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Alcohol, Drugs & Demerit Points

What is the general blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for a fully licensed driver in WA?

  • a.0.00
  • b.0.02
  • c.Under 0.05
  • d.0.08

A fully licensed driver must stay under 0.05. Novice drivers are held to a stricter limit than fully licensed drivers. (Drive Safe)

Alcohol, Drugs & Demerit Points

How does the drink-driving limit for a novice (learner or provisional) driver compare with a fully licensed driver?

  • a.It is higher for novices
  • b.It is stricter (lower) than the general 0.05 limit
  • c.It is exactly the same
  • d.There is no limit for novices

Novice drivers must keep their blood alcohol level below the stricter novice limit, which is lower than the general 0.05 limit. The safest choice for any new driver is not to drink before driving. Confirm the exact figure with the official source. (Drive Safe)

Alcohol, Drugs & Demerit Points

What happens if you accumulate too many demerit points on your driving record in WA?

  • a.Nothing changes
  • b.You are given more points
  • c.Your speed limit increases
  • d.You can lose your licence through suspension or disqualification

Demerit points are recorded for driving offences. Reaching the demerit point limit leads to suspension or disqualification, and new drivers have less margin. Check current figures with the official source. (Drive Safe)

Alcohol, Drugs & Demerit Points

Which statement about drug driving in WA is correct?

  • a.It is an offence to drive with certain illegal drugs present, and police can test drivers at the roadside
  • b.Only alcohol is tested by police
  • c.Illegal drugs are fine if you feel capable
  • d.Prescription medicines can never impair driving

It is an offence to drive with prescribed illegal drugs in your system, and police conduct roadside drug testing. Some medicines can also impair driving. (Drive Safe)

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