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Impaired Driving & Manitoba Graduated Licensing
Manitoba's Graduated Driver Licensing sets zero-alcohol rules for new drivers and strict penalties for impairment.
Zero alcohol for new drivers
Drivers in the Learner and Intermediate GDL stages must have a blood alcohol level of zero. Any alcohol can end the trip and set back progress through the program.
Limits for licensed drivers
For fully licensed drivers, a reading of 0.05 to 0.08 can bring an immediate roadside suspension, and 0.08 or more brings criminal charges. Drug-impaired driving is also a criminal offence.
Learner supervision
A Learner-stage driver must always be accompanied by a qualified fully licensed supervising driver and must keep a zero blood alcohol level. Following the GDL rules builds safe habits before you drive solo.