RSNL1990 CHAPTER H-3 - HIGHWAY TRAFFIC ACT

RSNL1990 CHAPTER H-3 HIGHWAY TRAFFIC ACT Amended: 1992 c26 s1; 1992 c39 s6; 1992 c50 s1; 1993 c32 s14; 1993 c37; 1993 c53 s13; 1994 c18; 1994 c28 s9 & 28; 1995 c13, c18, cL-16.1 s30(3), cP-31.1 s53; 1996 cR-10.1 s35; 1996 cT-0.01 s16; 1997 c13 s29; 1998 c21; 1998 c16; 1999 c40; 2000 c26; 2002 c11; 2002 c12; 2002 c17; 2004 c18; 2004 c27 ss20-24; 2005 c25 s1; 2005 c46; 2006 c13 s3; 2006 cS-31.1 s82; 2006 c23; 2006 c54 ss1-3; 2007 c23; 2008 c57; 2009 c9; 2009 cR-15.01 s117; 2010 c22; 2010 c31 s8; 2011 c18; 2012 c17; 2012 cO-7.02 s61; 2013 c10; 2013 c13 s6; 2013 c15; 2013 c16 s25; 2014 c24;2014 c28; 2016 c13; 2016 c31; 2016 c40; 2016 c51; 2017 c4; 2017 c10 s15; 2017 c18; 2017 c28; 2018 c25; 2018 c37; 2019 c8 s12; 2019 c20; 2020 c13; 2021 cO-5.1 s41; 2022 c25; 2023 c24; 2023 c18 s41; 2023 cT-6.2 s321; 2024 c17; 2024 cN-5.1 s59 CHAPTER H-3 AN ACT RESPECTING THE LAW RELATING TO THE USE AND OPERATION OF VEHICLES Analysis 1. Short title 2. Definitions PART I ADMINISTRATION 3. Division 4. Registrar 5. Fees and forms 6. Copies 7. Registrar shall examine applications 8. Service of notice 9. Powers of registrar PART II REGISTRATION AND LICENSING OF VEHICLES 10. Registration of vehicle required 11. Application for registration 12. Registration and exemptions 13. Commercial vehicle 13.1 Interjurisdictional carrier registration under the Revenue Administration Act 14. Vehicle of non-resident subject to Act 15. Non-application of exemption 16. Registrar to register vehicle 16.1 Non-payment of fines 16.2 Rep. by 2020 c13 s1 16.3 Rep. by 2020 c13 s1 16.4 Rep. by 2020 c13 s1 17. Application for licence 18. Licence 19. Duties of dealer 20. Issuance of temporary registration, identification plates and markers 21. Dealer plates 22. Audit 23. Prohibition 24. Suspension or cancellation of licence 24.1 Application for licence 24.2 Licence 24.3 Duties of transportation network company 24.4 Prohibition 24.5 Suspension or cancellation of licence 25. Inspectors 26. Inspections 27. Warrants 27.1 Telewarrants 28. Licence, etc. property of Crown 29. Driver to produce vehicle licence 30. Attachment of plates 31. Plate to be kept clean 32. Other plate 33. Seizure of plate 34. Identification markers 35. Where licence plate, etc. lost 36. Effective term of licence 37. Transfer of ownership 38. Change of address 39. Change of name 40. Record of registration 41. Suspension of registration 42. Offence PART III LICENSING OF DRIVERS 42.1 Exception to Coke’s rule 43. Driver’s licence 44. Examiners 45. Application for licence 46. Registrar shall issue licence 47. Expiry of licence 48. Registrar shall not issue licence 49. Licence to be signed 50. Licence property of Crown 51. Licence issued for class of vehicle 52. Possession of another's licence 53. Driver licensed in another jurisdiction 54. Prohibition 55. Novice driver’s licence 55.1 Regulations 55.2 Offence 56. Rental prohibited 57. Licence lost 58. Change of name 59. Offence 60. Seizure of licence 60.001 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.002 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.003 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.004 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.005 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.01 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.02 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.03 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.04 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.05 Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.1 Request for surrender of driver’s licence at roadside 60.2 Periods of suspension 60.3 Periods of suspension – commercial vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service 60.4 Periods of suspension – driver under 22 and not a notice driver 60.5 Periods of suspension – novice driver 60.6 Legal use of drug for medical purpose 60.7 Suspensions generally 60.8 Surrender of driver’s licence required 60.9 Progressively increased suspensions 60.10 Removal of vehicle 60.11 Screening accompanying driver 60.12 Appeal of 90 day suspension 60.13 Oral hearings 60.14 Decision of registrar 61.15 Appeals generally 61. Report to registrar 62. National Defence Act (Canada) 63. Suspension or cancellation of driver's licence 64. Suspension or cancellation of driver's licence 64.1 Suspension or cancellation 65. Suspension or cancellation 65.1 Rep. by 2009 c9 s19 66. Rep. by 1994 c18 s9 67. Concurrent suspensions 68. Driving without a licence 69. Commencement of suspension or cancellation 70. Appeal from suspension or cancellation 71. Where licence suspended or cancelled 72. Driver to return licence 73. Wrongful procurement of licence 73.1 Mandatory use of ignition interlock device 74. Record of licences issued PART IV MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE 75. Uninsured vehicle 75.1 Excluded driver provision 76. Financial responsibility 77. Insuring ambulances, etc. 78. Registrar may waive insurance requirement 79. Garage, etc. policy 80. Offence 81. Registrar shall suspend licence 82. Application to judge by judgment creditor 83. Registrar may suspend licence 84. Operating record 84.1 Appeal 85. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 86. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 87. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 88. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 89. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 90. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 91. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 92. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 93. Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 PART V RULES OF THE ROAD 94. Application of Part 95. Vehicle to drive to right 96. Overtaking another vehicle 97. Conditions for passing on right 98. Passing vehicle of unusual dimensions 99. Restriction on passing on left 100. Driving to left of center line 100.1 Roundabouts 101. Driving on a laned roadway 102. "No passing" zones 103. Restriction on vehicle following another 104. Divided roadways 105. Entering controlled-access highway 106. Traffic control devices 107. Erection of other devices prohibited 108. No advertising on device 109. Alteration etc. of device 110. Imprudent driving 110.01 Driving causing death or bodily harm 110.1 Speed limit in a construction zone 110.2 School zone 110.3 Suspension for speeding 51 km/hr and over 111. Slow driving 111.1 Slow moving vehicle 112. Signalling change of direction, etc. 113. Driver to signal 114. Driver signals 115. Turn at intersection 116. Turning to proceed in opposite direction 117. Restriction on turning 118. Right-of-way 119. Turning left in intersection 120. Driver to yield right-of-way 121. Right-of-way for emergency vehicles 121.1 Stopped emergency or designated vehicle 122. Exception to right-of-way 123. Privileges of emergency vehicle 124. Pedestrians to comply with signals 125. Pedestrian in crosswalk 126. Pedestrian to yield 127. Duties of driver 128. Pedestrians to use sidewalks 129. Bicyclists 130. Towing of bicyclists, etc. prohibited 131. Safety zone 132. Railway crossing 133. Stop sign at crossing 134. Crossing tracks 135. Driver caution required 136. "Yield" signs 137. Stopping for school buses 138. Rep. by 2009 c9 s23 139. Frightening animals 140. Parking on roadway prohibited 141. Parking directions by officer 142. Parking near bus stop 143. Parking on private land 144. Places where parking prohibited 145. Parking on right side 146. Parking in dangerous position 147. Parking where not visible to traffic 148. Parking of vending vans 149. Authority to remove vehicles 150. Unattended vehicle 151. Backing vehicles 152. Operation of motor cycle 153. Motor cycle on highway 154. Motor cycle equipment 154.1 Three-wheeled vehicle equipment 155. Window obstruction 156. Obstruction of driver 157. Projecting load 158. Obstruction of traffic by persons 159. Coasting down grade 160. Following emergency vehicle 161. Flagperson 162. Officer may direct traffic 162.1 Warning markers 163. Littering highway 164. Driving on sidewalk 165. Opening vehicles' doors 166. Warning devices 167. Winter equipment 168. Racing on highways 168. Performing stunts 169. Accident information 170. Accident involving property 171. Report by peace officer 172. Garage to report accident 173. Admissibility of report 173. Information release- non-reportable accidents 174. Availability of information 174.1 Report required 174.2 Rep. by 2009 c9 s26 175. Inspector may weigh vehicle 176. Radar detectors 176.1 Cellular telephones and other communication devices 177. Offence PART V.I IMAGE CAPTURING ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS 177.1 Image capturing enforcement system 177.2 Image capturing enforcement system 177.3 Testers 177.4 Offences PART VI SEAT BELT SYSTEMS 178. Seat belts 178.1 Child seat restraint systems PART VII TRAFFIC SIGNS AND DIRECTIONS 179. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 180. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 181. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 182. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 183. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 184. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 185. Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 PART VIII REGULATIONS 186. Regulations 187. Minister may make regulations 188. Police orders 189. Municipal regulations 189.1 Airport authority regulations 189.2 Airport authority fines 190. Council's powers 191. St. John's Traffic Commission 192. Corner Brook Traffic Commission 193. Mount Pearl Traffic Commission 194. Regulations re: instructors 195. Regulations respecting equipment 195.1 Non-repairable or salvage vehicles 196. Inspection stations 197. Regulations re: Safety Code 197.1 Regulations re: transportation network companies in municipalities PART IX LEGAL PROCEEDINGS, MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES AND PENALTIES 198. Limitation period 199. Contract void 200. Liability of owner 201. Time limit for prosecution 201.1 Peace officer may stop vehicles 202. Rep. by 2010 c22 s8 202.1 Fisheries officer 202.2 Games officer 202.3 Enforcement officer 203. Detention of vehicle 204. Action barred 204.1 Action barred 205. Refusal to give information 205.1 Identification card 206. Offence 207. Second or subsequent offence 208. Penalties in Schedule 209. Late payment penalty 210. Liability of owner for penalties 211. Person presumptive owner of vehicle 212. Disposition of fines 213. Licence suspended 214. New vehicle standards PART X APPLICATION 215. Application of Act to "way" Schedule Short title 1. This Act may be cited as the Highway Traffic Act . 1988 c33 s1 Back to Top Definitions 2. In this Act (a) "airport authority" means a corporation authorized to operate an airport; (a.1) "airport authority lands" means land owned, leased or occupied by an airport authority; (a.2) "ambulance" means a vehicle designed or used for carrying ill or injured persons for compensation; (b) "axle" means a single axle which transfers the load carried by it approximately equally to the wheel or wheel attached to each end of the axle; (c) "axle mass" means the mass indicated when the vehicle is weighed with the rear wheels or with the front wheels on the scales or weighing device or with other wheels on the scales or weighing device where those wheels are mounted on the same axle; (d) "bank" means a bank to which the Bank Act (Canada) applies; (e) "bicycle" means a device propelled by human power upon which a person may ride, having 2 wheels in tandem; (e.1) "bodily harm" means any hurt or injury to a person that interferes with the health or comfort of the person and that is more than merely transient or trifling in nature; (f) [Rep. by 2005 c46 s1] (g) "bus" means a motor vehicle, designed or used for the transportation of passengers with a seating capacity of 10 or more in addition to the driver, but excluding those motor vehicles when used for personal transportation by the owner or with the owner's permission; (h) "centre line", except on a one-way roadway, means (i) the centre of a roadway measured from the curbs or, in the absence of curbs, from the edges of the roadway, or (ii) where on a laned roadway there are more lanes available for traffic in 1 direction than in the other direction, the line dividing the lanes for traffic in different directions; (i) "chauffeur" means a person who for compensation drives or operates a motor vehicle whether or not the person is the owner; (j) "commercial motor vehicle" means a vehicle designed to carry goods, and includes a bus, a school bus, a truck, a truck tractor and other motor vehicles designed for commercial use but does not include camper type vehicles designed or adapted exclusively for recreational purposes; (k) "controlled-access highway" means a highway (i) on to which persons have a right to enter from abutting land, and (ii) from which persons have a right to enter on to abutting land, only at fixed locations; (l) "council" means the council or board of trustees established to control and manage a municipality; (m) "crosswalk" means (i) a part of a roadway at an intersection or elsewhere distinctly indicated for pedestrian crossing by signs or by lines or other markings on the surface, or (ii) the part of a roadway at an intersection that is included within the connection of the lateral lines of the sidewalks on the opposite sides of a highway, measured from the curbs or, in the absence of curbs, from the edges of the roadway; (n) "curb mass" means the actual mass of a motor vehicle when unladen but including the body, battery, loose tools, spare wheels, and other usual equipment and a full supply of water and fuel used for the purpose of propulsion; (o) "dealer" means a person who, as principal or agent, engages in the business of buying, selling or exchanging new or second hand motor vehicles or trailers; (p) "dealer's plate" means a plate issued to a dealer to be attached by the dealer to a vehicle that is used for demonstration purposes with a view to the sale of the vehicle; (q) "department" means the department presided over by the minister; (r) "division" means the Motor Registration Division of the department; (s) "driver" means a person who drives or is in actual physical control of a vehicle; (t) "driver's licence" means a licence which has been issued under this Act, including a licence issued to a novice driver, authorizing the person to whom it is issued to drive a motor vehicle and which has not expired or been suspended or cancelled; (u) "driveway" means a clearly defined private road, way, drive, path or passage or a similar opening or space which is wide enough, but not wider than is necessary, for the passage of a motor vehicle, which the owner, occupier or user of property has vehicular access from a roadway to a point within the property; (v) "emergency vehicle" means (i) a motor vehicle driven by a peace officer or by a member of the police branch of 1 of the Crown's Armed Forces where there is an emergency justifying a rate of speed in excess of a maximum rate of speed provided for in this Act and includes a vehicle so operated by a chief of a volunteer fire department, (ii) a motor vehicle carrying firefighting equipment in responding to an alarm of fire, and (iii) an ambulance responding to a call or transporting a patient where there is an emergency justifying a rate of speed in excess of a maximum rate of speed provided for in this Act; (v.1) "enforcement officer" means (i) a conservation officer as defined in the Endangered Species Act , (ii) a wild life officer appointed under the Wild Life Act , (iii) a person designated as a peace officer under the Motorized Snow Vehicles and All-Terrain Vehicles Regulations , and (iv) a forestry official as defined in the Forestry Act ; (w) "examiner" means a person appointed under section 44; (x) "fictitious identification plate or marker" means an identification plate, sticker or marker which has not been issued under this Act or which has not been issued for the registration year in which it is used or which is attached to a vehicle other than that for which it was issued but does not include an identification plate, sticker or marker on a foreign vehicle lawfully operated in the province; (y) "financial responsibility card" means a card issued to a named insured by an insurer in accordance with section 79; (z) "garage" means a place or premises where motor vehicles are received for housing, storage or repairs for compensation; (aa) "highway" means a place or way, including a structure forming part of the place or way, designed and intended for, or used by, the public for the passage of traffic or the parking of vehicles and includes all the space between the boundary lines of the place or way; (bb) "identification plate" means an identification plate issued under this Act in respect of a vehicle; (bb.1) "ignition interlock device" means a device designed to ascertain the presence of alcohol in a driver's body and to prevent a motor vehicle from being started if the concentration of alcohol in the driver's body exceeds the prescribed limit; (bb.2) "image capturing enforcement system" means an image capturing enforcement system as defined in the regulations; (cc) "implement of husbandry" means a vehicle which is designed for use for agricultural purposes and which is used exclusively in the conduct of agricultural operations but does not include a vehicle designed primarily for the transportation of persons or property on a highway; (dd) "inspector" means a traffic officer or a person appointed under this Act to inspect or examine vehicles or drivers and records pertaining to either; (ee) "insurer" means a person licensed under the Insurance Companies Act to carry on the business of automobile insurance in the province; (ff) "intersection" means the area enclosed within the prolongation or connection of the lateral curb lines or, where there are no curb lines, the lateral boundary lines of 2 or more highways that join one another at an angle, whether or not 1 highway crosses the other; (gg) "issue" includes to renew; (hh) "laned roadway" means a roadway which is divided into 2 or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular traffic; (ii) "left" or "left-hand" in reference to a highway or the position of traffic on the highway means the left when facing or moving in the direction of travel; (jj) "licence" means a licence which has been issued under this Act and which has not expired or been suspended or cancelled; (kk) "maximum gross mass" or "M.G.M." means, in reference to a commercial motor vehicle, the curb mass together with the load, including the mass of the driver and of other persons carried, and, in reference to a bus or school bus, the curb mass together with the mass of the driver and of the number of passengers for which the vehicle is licensed, and for the purposes of a regulation unless otherwise provided in the regulation, the mass of a person shall be taken as 70 kilograms; (ll) "minister" unless otherwise specified, means the minister appointed under the Executive Council Act to administer this Act; (ll.1) "mobility aid" means a wheelchair or other device, whether motorized or not, designed and being used to facilitate the transport, in a normal seated orientation, of a person with a physical disability, including a physical limitation on the ability to walk or move; (mm) "moped" means a vehicle that (i) has steering handle bars completely constrained from rotating in relation to the axle of 1 wheel in contact with the ground, (ii) is designed to travel on not more than 3 wheels in contact with the ground, (iii) has a maximum attainable speed on level ground, unassisted by operating the pedal system, not exceeding 50 kilometres an hour, (iv) has pedals by which the vehicle can be propelled by the operator, (v) has a power source that produces a maximum 1.5 k.w or piston displacement not exceeding 50 cm, (vi) has a power drive system that does not require clutching or shifting, by the operator, after the drive system is engaged, and (vii) has a maximum weight of 55 kilograms, excluding fuel or battery used to start engine for vehicle propulsion; (nn) "motor cycle" means a motor vehicle that (i) has steering handle bars completely constrained from rotating in relation to the axle of 1 wheel in contact with the ground, (ii) is designed to travel on not more than 3 wheels in contact with the ground, and (iii) in the case of a 3 wheel vehicle that (A) does not have as an integral part of the vehicle an enclosure around the occupant, and (B) requires the operator to sit astride the vehicle, but does not include a competition motor cycle , mini bicycle, moped, motor driven bicycle, a passenger car, a truck or a multi-purpose vehicle; (oo) "motor vehicle" means a vehicle propelled, driven or controlled otherwise than by muscular power, other than a trailer or a vehicle running upon fixed rails; (pp) "motor vehicle liability insurance card" means a motor vehicle liability insurance card issued under the Automobile Insurance Act ; (qq) "municipality" means (i) the City of St. John's , (ii) the City of Corner Brook , (iii) the City of Mount Pearl , and (iv) a town incorporated or continued under the Towns and Local Service Districts Act ; (qq.1) "non-repairable vehicle" means a vehicle which is incapable of operation or use on the highway and which has no resale value except as a source of parts or scrap; (rr) "non-resident" means a person who is not a resident of the province; (ss) "official inspection station" means a recognized place of business registered in accordance with the regulations as a facility where inspections and tests on motor vehicles may be carried out; (tt) "one-way roadway" means a roadway designated and marked by the minister, a traffic authority or a municipality as a roadway upon which vehicles shall be operated in 1 direction only; (uu) "operator" means a person driving a motor vehicle on a highway or who has the care or control of the motor vehicle on a highway whether in motion or not; (vv) "owner" means, (i) the person who holds the legal title to a vehicle, (ii) in the case of a vehicle that is registered, the person in whose name it is registered, (iii) in the case of a vehicle that is the subject of a mortgage, the mortgagor if the mortgagor is entitled to possession of the vehicle, (iv) in the case of a vehicle that is the subject of a hire-purchase agreement, the person in possession of the vehicle under the agreement, or (v) in the case of a vehicle that is the subject of a conditional sale contract, the buyer under the conditional sale contract if the buyer is entitled to possession of the vehicle; (ww) "park" means to permit a vehicle, whether occupied or not, to stand otherwise than temporarily for the immediate purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading goods or taking up or setting down passengers or in obedience to traffic regulations or traffic signs or the directions of a traffic officer; (xx) "peace officer" includes a member of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Force stationed in the province, a member of a municipal police force and a park warden appointed under the Public Service Employment Act (Canada) who is stationed in the province; (yy) "pedestrian" means (i) a person on foot, (ii) a person in or on a mobility aid, or (iii) a child in a carriage or sleigh; (zz) "permit" means a permit which has been issued under this Act and which has not expired or been suspended or cancelled; (aaa) "policy" means an owner's or non-owner's motor vehicle liability policy as defined in the Automobile Insurance Act ; (bbb) "proof of financial responsibility" means a certificate of insurance; (ccc) "registered" means registered under this Act; (ddd) "registrar" means the Registrar of Motor Vehicles appointed under this Act; (eee) "registration" means the registration of a motor vehicle or trailer under this Act; (fff) "regulate" includes govern, control, permit, restrict, prevent, prohibit and exclude and the power to prescribe conditions; (ggg) "resident" means a person who lives in the province for 90 consecutive days or longer in a year; (ggg.1) "ride-sharing service" means a service provided by a driver affiliated with a transportation network company for the pre-arranged transportation of passengers for compensation through the use of a transportation network but does not include a taxi service; (hhh) "right" or "right-hand" in reference to a highway or the position of traffic on the highway means the right when facing or moving in the direction of travel; (iii) "right-of-way" means the privilege of the immediate use of the roadway; (jjj) "roadway" means the portion of a highway that is improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, but does not include the shoulder unless the shoulder is paved, and where a highway includes 2 or more separate roadways the term "roadway" refers to any 1 roadway separately and not to all of the roadways collectively; (kkk) "safety zone" means an area or space which is set apart within a highway for the exclusive use of pedestrians and which is protected or is so marked or indicated by signs as to be plainly visible at all times while set apart as a safety zone; (kkk.1) "salvage vehicle" means a vehicle which is damaged by collision, fire, flood, accident, trespass or other occurrence to the extent that the cost of repairing the vehicle for operation on the highway exceeds the vehicle’s fair market value immediately prior to the damage; (lll) "school bus" means a motor vehicle (i) designed or used to carry 7 or more passengers in addition to the driver, (ii) owned, operated by or contracted to the Crown or a school board or an agent of the Crown or a school board, and (iii) used to transport children to or from school or to and from places other than school for the purpose of school related activities; (mmm) "sidewalk" means that portion of a highway lying between the curb lines or the lateral lines of a roadway and the adjacent property lines set apart for the use of pedestrians and, includes a part of a highway set apart or marked as being for the exclusive use of pedestrians and is considered to include an area of a highway lying between the curb lines or the lateral lines of a roadway and that portion of a highway set apart for the use of pedestrians; (mmm.1) "slow moving vehicle" means a vehicle that is not capable of attaining and sustaining a speed of 80 kilometres an hour; (nnn) "state" means a State in the United States of America and includes the District of Columbia ; (ooo) "stop" means (i) when required, the complete cessation of movement, and (ii) when prohibited, any stopping or standing of a vehicle whether occupied or not except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a traffic officer or traffic-control device or signal; (ppp) "Superintendent of Insurance" means the Superintendent of Insurance appointed in the manner authorized by law; (qqq) "taxi" means a motor vehicle used to transport passengers for compensation other than (i) a bus or a school bus used to transport passengers for compensation, (i.1) a motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service, and (ii) another motor vehicle not referred to in subparagraph (i) that only transports children to and from school and school related activities under a contract with the Crown or a school board, or an agent of the Crown or a school board, for that purpose; (qqq.1) "three-wheeled vehicle" means a motor vehicle, other than a competition vehicle, an antique reproduction vehicle, a motor cycle, a restricted use motor cycle, a trailer or a vehicle imported temporarily for special purposes, that has a steering wheel, is designed to travel on three wheels in contact with the ground and has an open occupant compartment such that one or more of the vehicle occupants are not fully enclosed by the vehicle structure, body, doors, windows, windshield, roof or convertible-type top in the closed position; (rrr) "tire" means that part of a wheel, roller or other contrivance for the moving of an object upon a highway which comes into direct contact with the surface of the highway; (sss) "traction engine" means a mechanically-propelled vehicle running on wheels or caterpillar tracks and designed primarily for traction purposes and not constructed itself to carry a load other than equipment used for the purpose of propulsion, loose tools and equipment, and includes snow ploughs, road conditioning machines and the like; (ttt) "traffic" includes vehicles, pedestrians and animals while using a highway for the purpose of travel; (uuu) "traffic authority" means the St. John's Traffic Commission appointed by the St. John's Municipal Council and the Corner Brook Traffic Commission appointed by the Corner Brook City Council, and includes a council; (uuu.1) "traffic compliance officer" means a person designated under subsection 9(1.1); ( vvv ) "traffic-control device" means a traffic sign, traffic-control signal, marking, symbol or device consistent with this Act placed or erected by authority of the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or a traffic authority for the purpose of regulating, warning or guiding traffic and includes those contained in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada; (www) "traffic-control signal" means a traffic-control device, whether manually, electrically or mechanically operated, by which traffic is alternately directed to stop and to proceed; (xxx) "traffic officer" means a peace officer or person referred to in subsection 9(1); (yyy) "traffic sign" includes all traffic control signals, warning sign-posts , direction-posts, signs, lines, marks or other devices for the guidance of persons using highways; (zzz) "trailer" means a vehicle which has no motive power of its own and which is attached to a truck, or truck tractor or other motor vehicle but does not include (i) an implement of husbandry temporarily attached to another vehicle, (ii) a side car attached to a motor cycle , or (iii) a tow dolly designed to be used to tow another motor vehicle where one or more axles of the towed vehicle rest on the tow dolly; (zzz.1) "transportation network" means an online enabled application, a digital platform, a software program, a website or other system or technology platform offered, used or facilitated by a transportation network company to enable a person to obtain a ride-sharing service; (zzz.2) "transportation network company" means a person that offers or facilitates a transportation network; (aaaa) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s1] (bbbb) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s1] (cccc) "truck" means a motor vehicle that is constructed for or primarily used for the transportation of property; (dddd) "truck tractor" means a motor vehicle designed and used primarily for drawing another vehicle and not so constructed as to carry a load other than a part of the mass of the vehicle load so drawn; (eeee) "urban district" means a municipality, village or built-up district; (ffff) "vehicle" means a device in, upon or by which a person or thing may be transported or drawn upon a highway, but does not include devices used exclusively upon fixed rails; and (gggg) "vehicle licence" means a licence which has been issued under this Act in respect of a vehicle and which has not expired or been suspended or cancelled. 1988 c33 s2; 1989 c12 s14; 1989 c19 Sch B; 1989 c33 Sch B; 1990 c43 s1; 1995 c18 s1 ; 1998 c21 s1 ; 1998 c16 ; 1999 c40 s1 ; 2002 c11 s1 ; 2004 c18 s1 ; 2005 c46 s1 ; 2006 c23 s1 ; 2008 c57 s1 ; 2009 c9 s1; 2013 c15 s1 ; 2017 c51 s1 ; 2017 c28 s1 ; 2018 c37 s1 ; 2019 c20 s1 ; 2023 c24 s1 ; 2023 c18 s41 ; 2023 cT-6.2 s321 ; 2024 c17 s1 PART I ADMINISTRATION Back to Top Division 3. The Motor Registration Division is continued. Back to Top Registrar 4. (1) An employee of the division shall be designated as Registrar of Motor Vehicles to perform the duties established in this Act or another Act. (2) Another employee of the division shall be designated as Deputy Registrar of Motor Vehicles who, in the absence or inability of the registrar or when the office of the registrar is vacant, has the powers and shall perform the duties of the registrar. (3) In the absence or inability of the deputy registrar or when the office of the deputy registrar is vacant, a member of the division staff named by the minister has, in the circumstances in subsection (2), the powers and shall perform the duties of the registrar. (4) One or more employees of the division may be designated Deputy Registrars (Local) of Motor Vehicles who may, when in charge of offices of the division outside St. John’s, exercise those powers of the registrar delegated to them by order of the minister. 2000 c26 s1 Back to Top Fees and forms 5. (1) Subject to the approval of the minister, the registrar may prescribe forms for the purpose of this Act. (2) The minister may set fees for the purpose and administration of this Act. 1998 c21 s2 Back to Top Copies 6. (1) Where a copy of a record or of an entry in records kept in the division is required for the purposes of proceedings started or to be started in a court in the province, the registrar, upon the request of a party to those proceedings, shall prepare a copy of the required record or entry and deliver it to a peace officer or to an officer of the court together with a certificate that the copy is a true copy of the record or entry. (1.1) Where information contained in driver or vehicle records, or of an entry in those records kept in the division, is requested, a copy of the information contained in the record may be released to (a) other government departments or agencies of the province, a municipality, the Government of Canada, the government of another Canadian jurisdiction, or the government of a state or country, to ensure compliance with a statute or order; (b) research groups, market analysis companies, study groups and similar organizations, where the information is not to be used for solicitation purposes; (c) motor vehicle manufacturers or other agents for recall of defective motor vehicles; or (d) another individual, group or agency where in the opinion of the minister the release of the information is not contrary to the public interest. (2) A copy of a record or entry attached to or forming part of a certificate given under subsection (1) when purported to be signed by the registrar is, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, proof of the record or entry and shall be received in evidence by a court in the province without proof of the signature of the registrar on the certificate. (3) The registrar shall not prepare a copy of a record or entry under subsection (1) where, in the opinion of the minister, the production of the record or entry is contrary to public policy. 1988 c33 s6; 1994 c18 s1 Back to Top Registrar shall examine applications 7. The registrar shall examine and determine the authenticity, regularity and legality of each application made under this Act and may for that purpose (a) investigate the application or the applicant; and (b) require additional information from the applicant and the registrar shall reject the application where the registrar is not satisfied with the authenticity, regularity or legality of the application or with the truth of a statement contained in it or for another reason provided for in this Act. 1988 c33 s7; 2024 c17 s2 Back to Top Service of notice 8. (1) Where the minister or the registrar is authorized or required under this Act or the regulations to give a notice, the notice shall be served (a) by personal delivery of the notice to the person to be notified; or (b) by certified or registered prepaid mail or ordinary mail addressed to the person to be notified at the address as shown in the records of the division. (2) The service of a notice by mail in accordance with subsection (1) is completed (a) in the City of St. John's upon the expiration of 7 days after the notice was delivered to the post office; and (b) outside the City of St. John's upon the expiration of 14 days after the notice was delivered to the post office. (3) Proof of the service of a notice in either manner provided for in subsection (1) may be made by the certificate of an officer or employee of the division or by an affidavit naming the person to whom the notice was given and specifying the time, place and manner of service. (4) In a prosecution for an offence under this Act or the regulations a document that purports to be a certificate of the registrar that the notice was served in the manner provided in subsection (1) (a) is admissible in evidence without proof of the signature of the registrar; and (b) is presumptive proof that the person named in the certificate received notice of the matters referred to in the certificate. 1988 c33 s8 Back to Top Powers of registrar 9. (1) The registrar and those officers of the department that the minister may designate as traffic officers have the power (a) of peace officers for the purpose of enforcing this Act and the regulations; (a.1) to seize and impound vehicles under paragraph 75(6.1)(b ); (b) to make arrests upon view and without warrant for a violation of this Act or the regulations committed in their presence; (c) to direct traffic in accordance with this Act and the regulations in the event of a fire or other emergency or to expedite the movement of traffic or ensure safety on a highway; (d) upon reasonable belief that a motor vehicle is being operated contrary to this Act or the regulations, to require the driver of that vehicle to stop and exhibit the driver’s driver's licence and the licence of the vehicle and to submit to an inspection of the vehicle and the identification plates attached to the vehicle or to an inspection and test of the equipment of the vehicle; (e) to inspect a motor vehicle in a garage other than a private garage or in a repair shop or a place where motor vehicles are held for sale or wrecking, for the purpose of locating a stolen vehicle or investigating the registration of the motor vehicle; (f) to serve all warrants relating to the enforcement of this Act and the regulations; and (g) to investigate traffic accidents and secure the testimony of witnesses or persons involved in the accidents. (1.1) The minister may designate persons who are not officers of the department as traffic compliance officers and those persons shall have the power of peace officers for the purpose of enforcing a section of the Act referenced in section 177.1 using an image capturing enforcement system. (2) Officers referred to in subsection (1) shall when exercising a power under that subsection display a badge of office which the minister shall prescribe and provide. 1988 c33 s9; 2004 c27 s1 ; 2024 c17 s3 PART II REGISTRATION AND LICENSING OF VEHICLES Back to Top Registration of vehicle required 10. (1) A person shall not operate or, being the owner, allow another person to operate, a motor vehicle on a highway unless (a) the motor vehicle is registered; (b) a trailer drawn by the motor vehicle is registered; (c) there is in effect a vehicle licence, appropriate to the class of vehicle, issued under this Act in respect of the motor vehicle and of a trailer drawn by the motor vehicle; and (d) there is affixed to the motor vehicle and a trailer drawn by the motor vehicle, in the manner prescribed in this Act or the regulations, valid identification plates or markers issued under this Act or the regulations in respect of the motor vehicle and trailer. (2) On an application for a vehicle licence the applicant shall make a declaration in a form prescribed by the registrar as to whether or not the motor vehicle is insured by a policy and the registrar may require evidence of that policy. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (1), the registrar may, in order to permit a vehicle which is not licensed or registered to be operated on a highway (a) for the purpose of being registered; (b) to be moved from one place to another for repairs or to be inspected before registration; (c) to be moved from a point of entry into the province to a dealer's premises; or (d) for another purpose approved by the registrar, upon receipt of the fee that may be prescribed by the minister, issue a permit for the operation of the vehicle for the journey specified in the permit subject to those conditions that the registrar may prescribe in the permit respecting the affixing of a temporary marker to the vehicle and the manner of displaying it while the vehicle is on a highway. 1988 c33 s10; 1998 c21 s3 ; 2009 c9 s2 Back to Top Application for registration 11. (1) The owner of a motor vehicle or trailer shall before it is operated on a highway apply to the registrar for the registration or renewal of registration of the motor vehicle or trailer. (2) A person who applies for registration or renewal of registration shall apply upon a form prescribed by the registrar. (3) An application for registration or renewal of registration of a vehicle owned by a corporation shall be signed on behalf of that corporation by a person who in accordance with the regulations governing the conduct of that corporation is ordinarily empowered to sign documents on behalf of the corporation. (4) An application for registration shall contain (a) the name, place of residence and mailing address of the owner of the vehicle or the business address where the owner is a corporation, partnership or association; (b) a description of the vehicle, including, where the information required under this paragraph is known or available, the make, model, type of body, the manufacturer's serial number or other identifying mark on the vehicle and, if it is new, the date of sale by the dealer to the owner; (c) in the case of a vehicle designed, constructed, converted or rebuilt for the transportation of persons or property, the maximum gross mass of the vehicle; (d) where the owner is applying for the 1st time for the registration of the vehicle described in the application, the amount of the purchase price and whether a tax in respect of the vehicle has been paid; and (e) whatever other information the registrar may require. (5) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s3] (6) Where the manufacturer's serial number or other identifying mark on a vehicle has been obliterated or defaced the registrar shall not register the vehicle until the owner has satisfied the registrar as to the ownership of the vehicle and, if the owner knows it, the reason for the obliteration or defacement and the registrar may permit the owner to cut, impress, emboss or attach permanently to the vehicle a number or mark which afterward is sufficient as an identifying mark for the purposes of paragraph (4)(b). (7) A person who applies to the registrar for registration shall submit with the application the fees prescribed by the minister for registration of a vehicle of the class described in the application. (8) Where a person pays the prescribed fee for registration at a bank the registration is considered to be valid for the time period that may be established by regulation. (9) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s3] (10) The registrar may, before registering a vehicle, require that it be examined and tested by an inspector or official inspection station to determine whether it is of a construction or in a condition that it may be registered for the purpose for which it is intended or for any purpose and the owner of the vehicle shall, at the owner’s own expense, facilitate the examination and test and, where required by the inspector or official inspection station, dismantle and expose a part of the mechanism or machinery. (11) The registrar shall before registering a bus or school bus ascertain in accordance with the regulations the maximum number of passengers which the bus or school bus may carry and enter that number in the record kept in the division in respect of the bus or school bus. (12) The registrar shall before registering a commercial motor vehicle ascertain in accordance with the regulations the maximum gross mass at which the vehicle may be operated when loaded and enter that mass in the record kept in the division in respect of the commercial motor vehicle. (13) Where a vehicle in respect of which an application for registration is filed is a specially constructed, reconstructed or foreign vehicle that fact shall be stated in the application and where the foreign vehicle has been previously registered outside the province the owner shall surrender to the registrar a registration plate, permit or licence or other evidence of foreign registration in the owner's possession or control. (14) In this section "foreign vehicle" means a vehicle of a type required to be registered under this Act and brought into this province from another jurisdiction, other than a new vehicle brought into this province in the ordinary course of business by or through a manufacturer or dealer, and not registered in this province. 1988 c33 s11; 1990 c43 s2; 1996 cT-0.01 s16 ; 1998 c21 s4 ; 2006 c23 s2 ; 2009 c9 s3 ; 2024 c17 s4 Back to Top Registration and exemptions 12. (1) An owner or operator of a passenger vehicle, other than a commercial motor vehicle, who is a resident of the province shall register it as required under section 11. (2) A non-resident who owns or operates a passenger vehicle, other than a commercial motor vehicle, that is registered in a jurisdiction outside the province in which the non-resident lives and which the person operates for private use, may operate that vehicle in the province without registering it under this Act. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (1), a person who enters the province to take up residence may operate a vehicle in the province for a period of not longer than 90 days before registering the vehicle as required by this Act. 2009 c9 s3 Back to Top Commercial vehicle 13. (1) A commercial motor vehicle owned or operated by or on behalf of a non-resident shall not be operated in the province unless it is registered under this Act. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a commercial motor vehicle registered or licensed in a jurisdiction outside the province that allows commercial motor vehicles registered under this Act to be operated on the highways of that jurisdiction without requiring the registration or licensing of those vehicles in that jurisdiction. 1988 c33 s13 Back to Top Interjurisdictional carrier registration under the Revenue Administration Act 13.1 A person who operates a motor vehicle required to be registered under section 61 of the Revenue Administration Act who is not registered as required by that section commits an offence under this Act. 2009 cR-15.01 s117 Back to Top Vehicle of non-resident subject to Act 14. (1) A vehicle owned or operated by a non-resident in this province is subject to all the restrictions and regulations as to dimensions, equipment and traffic control which apply to a vehicle registered in the province. (2) A commercial motor vehicle registered in a jurisdiction outside the province shall, while being operated under subsection 13(2), be considered to be registered under this Act at either the maximum gross mass permitted under the laws of the province for that type of vehicle or the maximum gross mass for which it is registered in that jurisdiction, whichever is the lesser. 1988 c33 s14 Back to Top Non-application of exemption 15. The exemptions from registration provided for in this Act in respect of non-residents do not apply to a person who operates a commercial motor vehicle for intra-provincial transportation in the province. 1988 c33 s15 Back to Top Registrar to register vehicle 16. (1) Subject to the regulations, upon receipt of an application in the prescribed form for the registration of a vehicle and upon being satisfied that (a) the fees prescribed by the minister have been paid; (b) the facts stated in the application are true; (c) the provisions of section 11 that apply to the registration of the vehicle have been complied with; and (d) the person is not, due to non-payment of fines, subject to an action listed under section 16.1, the registrar shall register the vehicle. (2) The registrar shall issue, in respect of a vehicle that has been registered, (a) a numbered vehicle licence in a form prescribed by the registrar; and (b) one or more identification plates as determined by the registrar, and the identification plates shall be distinctive and numbered as the registrar may determine.

(3) The registrar shall not register a vehicle or a transfer of a vehicle (a) where the application for registration or transfer contains a false or fraudulent statement; (b) where the applicant for registration or transfer has failed to provide information required under this Act or the regulations; (c) where the fees prescribed by the minister have not been paid; (d) where the provisions of section 11 that apply to the registration of a vehicle have not been complied with; (e) where the registrar has reasonable grounds to believe that the vehicle is a stolen vehicle; or (f) where the registration of the vehicle has been suspended or cancelled in accordance with this Act and the period of suspension or cancellation has not expired. (4) The registrar may issue different vehicle licences and identification plates in respect of different classes of vehicles or in respect of the same class of vehicle used for different purposes. (5) The registrar may attach to (a) a vehicle licence issued in respect of a bus or school bus a condition that the bus or school bus shall not be used to carry at one time a greater number of passengers than the number specified in the licence; (b) a vehicle licence issued in respect of a commercial motor vehicle a condition that the vehicle shall not be operated when the maximum gross mass of the vehicle when loaded exceeds the mass specified in the licence; and (c) a vehicle licence issued in respect of a vehicle a condition that the vehicle shall not be operated (i) except on certain highways or classes of highways or parts of highways specified in the licence, or (ii) in excess of the maximum speed specified in the licence on certain highways or classes of highways or parts of highways specified in the licence or on a highway, having regard to the size, mass or construction of the vehicle and the possibility of its being injurious to the highway or of being a source of danger to persons travelling in the vehicle or using the highway or to other vehicles on the highway. (6) The registrar may issue a temporary permit to operate a vehicle for which application for registration has been made, pending action by the registrar on the application and the registrar may attach to the temporary permit conditions respecting the use and operation of the vehicle. (7) The registrar may refuse to register a vehicle (a) where an inspector has certified that the vehicle is of a construction or in a condition which makes it mechanically unfit or unsafe to be operated or moved on a highway or because it may injure the highway or be a source of danger to persons travelling in the vehicle or using the highway or to other vehicles on the highway; (b) where it appears to the registrar that the vehicle or the use of the vehicle contravenes of this or another Act or the regulations; (c) where the owner of the vehicle owes money to the Crown on account of an assessment under Part VIII of the Revenue Administration Act or under Part IX of the Excise Tax Act ( Canada ) in respect of the vehicle; (d) where the owner of the vehicle has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the Criminal Code arising out of the use or operation of that or another vehicle and has not paid the fine or served the term of imprisonment imposed by the convicting court in respect of the offence; or (e) where a person other than the owner has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the Criminal Code arising out of the use or operation of the vehicle with the consent or knowledge of the owner and has not paid the fine or served the term of imprisonment imposed by the convicting court in respect of the offence. 1988 c33 s16; 1998 c21 s5 ; 2006 c23 s3 ; 2009 cR-15.01 s117 ; 2009 c9 s5 Back to Top Non-payment of fines 16.1 (1) Where a person who has not paid a fine, including a fine under the Criminal Code payable to the Crown, is the holder of a driver's licence or a vehicle registration, the Registrar of Motor Vehicles shall not issue or renew the driver's licence or vehicle registration or register a transfer of a vehicle of the person where the person has not paid the fine or an applicable late payment penalty within the time allowed, until the fine or late payment penalty are paid, and the proof of payment is the responsibility of the person. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a person who has failed to pay a fine relating to a conviction for a violation of a regulation made under the City of St. John's Act, the City of Corner Brook Act , the City of Mount Pearl Act, the Towns and Local Service Districts Act or the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000 that does not involve the operation of a motor vehicle. 1995 cP-31.1 s53 ; 1997 c13 s29 ; 2005 c25 s1 ; 2024 c17 s5 ; 2023 cT-6.2 s321 Back to Top Rep. by 2020 c13 s1 16.2 [Rep. by 2020 c13 s1] 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Rep. by 2020 c13 s1 16.3 [Rep. by 2020 c13 s1] 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Rep. by 2020 c13 s1 16.4 [Rep. by 2020 c13 s1] 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Application for license 17. (1) An application for a licence to carry on business as a dealer shall be made to the registrar in writing and in the form and manner set by the registrar. (2) The registrar may issue a licence to carry on business as a dealer to a person who (a) submits an application in the form and manner set by the registrar; (b) pays the fee set by the minister; (c) provides a certificate of conduct from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary or a certified criminal records check from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police; (d) submits security in the form and amount prescribed in the regulations; and (e) provides the documents and other information prescribed in the regulations. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (2), where the person applying for a licence to carry on business as a dealer is a corporation, the registrar may issue a licence to the corporation where the corporation (a) submits an application in the form and manner set by the registrar; (b) pays the fee set by the minister; (c) provides a certificate of conduct from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary or a certified criminal records check from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for each director and officer of the corporation; (d) provides a current Certificate of Good Standing from the Registry of Companies; (e) submits security in the form and amount prescribed in the regulations; and (f) provides the documents and other information prescribed in the regulations. 1988 c33 s17; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top License 18. (1) A licence issued under section 17 (a) is subject to the terms and conditions imposed by the registrar, this Act and the regulations; (b) is not transferrable; and (c) remains in effect, subject to the submitting of the documents and information prescribed in subsection (2) and the payment of an annual fee set by the minister, until suspended or cancelled by the registrar. (2) Each year before the anniversary date of the issuance of a licence to a dealer, the dealer shall (a) pay the fee set by the minister; and (b) provide the following to the registrar: (i) proof that the security referred to in paragraph 17(2)(d) or 17(3)(e) is still valid, (ii) a current Certificate of Good Standing from the Registry of Companies, where the dealer is a corporation, and (iii) the documents or other information prescribed in the regulations. (3) In addition to the documents referred to in paragraph (2)(b), a dealer shall, where requested by the registrar, provide (a) a certificate of conduct from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary or a certified criminal records check from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police; or (b) where the dealer is a corporation, a certificate of conduct from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary or a certified criminal records check from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for each director and officer of the corporation. 1988 c33 s18; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Issuance of temporary registration, identification plates and markers 19. A dealer licensed under section 17 shall (a) prepare, maintain and keep records in accordance with the regulations; (b) disclose to a purchaser the information prescribed in the regulations before selling a vehicle to a purchaser; (c) ensure that a second hand vehicle is inspected by an official inspection station and that a vehicle inspection certificate is obtained from the official inspection station before selling a second hand vehicle to a person other than another dealer; (d) store and use identification plates and dealer plates in accordance with this Act and the regulations; (e) pay all outstanding fines, including a fine under the Criminal Code payable to the Crown or a late payment penalty, within the time allowed for payment; and (f) comply with this Act, the regulations and any terms, conditions and requirements that may be prescribed by the registrar. 1988 c33 s19; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Application for license 20. The registrar may, in accordance with the regulations, authorize a dealer to issue to an owner of a motor vehicle one or more of the following: (a) a temporary registration; (b) an identification plate; or (c) a marker. 1988 c33 s206; 2009 c9 s6 ; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Dealer plates 21. (1) The registrar may, in accordance with the regulations, issue dealer plates to a dealer to be attached to vehicles owned or operated by the dealer. (2) A dealer plate may, during the period for which it is issued, be transferred from a vehicle to another vehicle owned or operated by the dealer to whom the dealer plate was issued. (3) A vehicle shall not be operated with a dealer plate attached except (a) by the dealer or an employee of the dealer; or (b) for a period not exceeding 3 consecutive days by a person to whom the vehicle has been loaned by the dealer for demonstration purposes with a view to the sale of the vehicle to that person. (4) A dealer shall not attach, or permit to be attached, a dealer plate to a vehicle that is used (a) for the carriage of persons or goods for compensation; (b) for private use or hire; or (c) as a service vehicle. (5) Where a licence is suspended or cancelled under section 24, the dealer shall return to the registrar all dealer plates issued to the dealer and all identification plates and markers provided to the dealer. 1988 c33 s21; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Audit 22. The registrar may conduct an audit of a dealer in relation to (a) the dealer's inventory of dealer plates, identification plates and markers; (b) the temporary registrations issued by the dealer and the monies collected for those registrations; and (c) records required to be kept by a dealer. 1988 c33 s22; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Prohibition 23. (1) A person shall not carry on business as a dealer unless the person is licensed under this Act. (2) A dealer shall not carry on business in a name other than the name in which the licence is issued. (3) A dealer shall not operate, or permit to be operated, a vehicle owned by the dealer on a highway unless the vehicle (a) is registered to the dealer; or (b) has a dealer plate issued to the dealer attached to the vehicle. 1988 c33 s23; 2009 c9 s7 ; 2020 c13 s1 ; 2024 c17 s6 Back to Top Suspension or cancellation license 24. (1) The registrar may suspend or cancel a licence where the registrar is satisfied that the person to whom the licence was issued (a) violated a term or condition of the licence; (b) made a material misrepresentation in the application for a licence or in the documents or information submitted to the registrar under section 17 or 18; (c) contravened a provision of sections 17 to 23; or (d) contravened the regulations made under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8). (2) Where the registrar suspends or cancels a licence, the registrar shall give written notice of the suspension or cancellation in writing to the person to whom the licence was issued. 1988 c33 s24; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Application for license 24.1 (1) An application for a licence to carry on business as a transportation network company shall be made to the registrar in writing and in the form and manner set by the registrar. (2) The registrar may issue a licence to carry on business as a transportation network company to a person who (a) submits an application in the form and manner set by the registrar; (b) pays the fee set by the minister; and (c) provides the documents and other information prescribed in the regulations. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (2), where the person applying for a licence to carry on business as a transportation network company is a corporation, the registrar may issue a licence to the corporation where the corporation (a) submits an application in the form and manner set by the registrar; (b) pays the fee set by the minister; (c) provides a current Certificate of Good Standing from the Registry of Companies; and (d) provides the documents and other information prescribed in the regulations. (4) Notwithstanding subsections (2) and (3), the minister may, by regulation, prohibit transportation network companies from carrying on business in a municipality where the municipality (a) passes a resolution respecting the prohibition of transportation network companies carrying on business in the municipality; and (b) submits to the minister a request, in writing, that the minister prohibit transportation network companies from carrying on business in the municipality. 2023 c24 s2 Back to Top License 24.2 (1) A licence issued under section 24.1 (a) is subject to the terms and conditions imposed by the registrar, this Act and the regulations; (b) i s not transferrable; and (c) remains in effect, subject to the submitting of the documents and information prescribed in subsection (2) and the payment of an annual fee set by the minister, until suspended or cancelled by the registrar. (2) Each year before the anniversary date of the issuance of a licence to a transportation network company, the transportation network company shall (a) pay the fee set by the minister; and (b) provide the following to the registrar: (i) a current Certificate of Good Standing from the Registry of Companies, where the transportation network company is a corporation, and (ii) the documents or other information prescribed in the regulations. 2023 c24 s2 Back to Top Duties of transportation network company 24.3 A transportation network company licensed under section 24.1 shall (a) prepare, maintain and keep records in accordance with the regulations; and (b) comply with this Act, the regulations and any terms, conditions and requirements that may be prescribed by the registrar. 2023 c24 s2 Back to Top Prohibition 24.4 (1) A person shall not carry on business as a transportation network company unless the person is licensed under this Act. (2) A transportation network company shall not carry on business in a name other than the name in which the licence is issued. (3) A transportation network company shall not carry on business in a municipality prescribed in the regulations. 2023 c24 s2 Back to Top Suspension or cancellation of license 24.5 (1) The registrar may suspend or cancel a licence where the registrar is satisfied that the person to whom the licence was issued (a) violated a term or condition of the licence; (b) made a material misrepresentation in the application for a licence or in the documents or information submitted to the registrar under section 24.1 or 24.2; (c) contravened a provision of sections 24.1 to 24.4; or (d) contravened the regulations made under paragraphs 186(1)(f.9) to (f.11) and section 197.1. (2) Where the registrar suspends or cancels a licence, the registrar shall give written notice of the suspension or cancellation to the person to whom the licence was issued. 2023 c24 s2 Back to Top Inspectors 25. The minister may appoint a person or category of persons to act as inspectors for the purposes of this Act and the regulations. 1988 c33 s25; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Inspection 26. (1) An inspector may, at all reasonable times and without a warrant, for a purpose related to the administration or enforcement of sections 17 to 23 of this Act or the regulations enacted under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8), inspect or examine the premises, property, books and records of a dealer or person that the inspector considers relevant for the purpose of determining compliance with sections 17 to 23 of this Act or the regulations enacted under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8) and the inspector may do one or more of the following: (a) enter a premises where (i) any property, books or records relating to a dealer are or may be kept, or (ii) anything is done or is suspected by the inspector of being done in connection with a requirement of sections 17 to 23 of this Act or the regulations enacted under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8 ); (b) make copies, extracts, photographs or videos the inspector considers necessary; (c) require the dealer or the owner or person in charge of a premises or their employees to (i) give the inspector all reasonable assistance, including the production of property, books and records as requested by the inspector, and to answer all questions relating to the administration, compliance or enforcement of sections 17 to 23 of this Act and the regulations enacted under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8) and, for that purpose, require a person to attend at the premises with the inspector; and (ii) make available the means to generate and manipulate books and records that are in machine readable or electronic form and any other means or information necessary for the inspector to assess the books and records. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), an inspector appointed under this Act shall not enter a dwelling-house without the consent of the occupant except under the authority of a warrant. (3) A person shall not knowingly make a false or misleading statement, either orally or in writing, to the inspector while the inspector is exercising powers or carrying out duties or functions under this Act or the regulations. 1988 c33 s26; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Warrants 27. (1) Where an inspector under this Act (a) is denied entry to a premises or dwelling-house to carry out an inspection; or (b) believes on reasonable and probable grounds that there has been a contravention of sections 17 to 23 of this Act or the regulations enacted under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8), the inspector may file an application with the Provincial Court for a warrant. (2) Where a Provincial Court judge is satisfied on the basis of an inspector's sworn information that there are reasonable grounds to believe that the inspector has been denied entry to a premises or dwelling-house to carry out an inspection or there has been a contravention of sections 17 to 23 of this Act or the regulations enacted under paragraphs 186(1)(f.1) to (f.8), the judge may issue a warrant authorizing the inspector to do one or both of the following: (a) enter the premises or dwelling-house and carry out an inspection under this Act; or (b) seize or remove any of the property, books or records that may be required as evidence of contravention and may retain those documents until the time they are required in a court proceeding. (3) A Provincial Court judge may receive and consider an application for a warrant or extension of a warrant without notice to the dealer or the owner or person in charge of the premises or dwelling-house. (4) A dealer or an owner or a person in charge of a premises and their employees, or an occupant of a dwelling-house shall not obstruct an inspector while the inspector is exercising the powers and performing the duties and functions as authorized by the warrant. (5) At the request of an inspector, a peace officer shall assist in enforcing a warrant. 1988 c33 s27; 2020 c13 s1 Back to Top Telewarrants 27.1 (1) Where in the opinion of an inspector it would not be practical to appear before a Provincial Court judge to apply for a warrant, the inspector may make the application by telephone or other means of telecommunication. (2) Where the information in support of an application for a warrant is submitted by telephone or other means of telecommunication, the information shall be given under oath or affirmation, and the oath or affirmation may be administered by telephone or other means of telecommunication. (3) The information submitted by telephone or other means of telecommunication shall include (a) a statement of the circumstances that make it impracticable for the inspector to appear personally before a Provincial Court judge; and (b) a statement of the inspector’s grounds for believing that a person has contravened this Act or the regulations or that entry onto public or private premises where a contravention of this Act or the regulations is believed to occur has been denied. (4) The sworn or affirmed information submitted by telephone or other means of telecommunication by an inspector shall specify the name of the person giving evidence, the facts ascertained and the manner and location in which evidence was received, and a record of that information shall be filed by the Provincial Court judge with the clerk of the court over which the judge presides. (5) Where an inspector acts under the authority of a warrant obtained under this section, the inspector shall provide a facsimile of the warrant to the dealer or the owner or employee of the premises or the owner or occupant of the dwelling house at the time the warrant is carried out. (6) In subsection (5), "facsimile" includes a record produced by electronic means or a written record of a telephone conversation made by both parties to the conversation while it is in progress and which the parties have confirmed as to its accuracy by reading their record of the conversation to one another at the end of the conversation. 2020 c13 s1 ; 2024 c17 s7 Back to Top Licence, etc. property of Crown 28. (1) Every licence, identification plate, marker and permit that the registrar issues is and remains the property of the Crown and shall be returned to the registrar on the registrar’s request. (2) Where a person finds an identification plate or vehicle licence that was not issued in respect of a vehicle that person owns and the period for which the identification plate or vehicle licence was issued has not expired, the finder shall return the plate or licence to the registrar or nearest traffic officer. (3) A traffic officer who receives an identification plate or vehicle licence under subsection (2) shall return the identification plate or vehicle licence to the registrar. 1988 c33 s28; 2009 c9 s8 ; 2024 c17 s8 Back to Top Driver to produce vehicle licence 29. A driver, owner or person having the care and control of a vehicle shall produce the vehicle licence issued for the vehicle for inspection when a peace officer or inspector so requests. 1988 c33 s29 Back to Top Attachment of plates 30. (1) A driver, owner, or a person having care or control of a vehicle shall ensure that identification plates are securely fastened at all times to the vehicle for which they are issued so as to prevent the plates from swinging and are at a height of not less than 30 centimetres from the ground measured from the bottom of each plate and in a place and position so that the plate is clearly visible. (2) In addition to the requirements of subsection (1), a driver, owner or a person having care or control of a vehicle shall ensure that (a) where one plate is issued, that the plate is clearly visible from the rear of the vehicle; and (b) where 2 plates are issued, one plate is clearly visible from the front of the vehicle and the other plate is clearly visible from the rear of the vehicle. 2009 c9 s9 Back to Top Plate to be kept clean 31. Each identification plate shall be kept free from dirt and shall be so affixed and maintained that the numbers on it may at all times be plainly visible and clearly legible and that the view of the plate shall not be obstructed or obscured. 1988 c33 s31 Back to Top Other plate 32. A plate or number capable of being confused with an identification plate or the number on a plate shall not be exposed upon a part of a vehicle. 1988 c33 s32 Back to Top Seizure of plate 33. A traffic officer, who has reason to suspect that a vehicle has exposed on it an identification plate that was not issued for it or which although issued for it was obtained by false pretences or that is being used contrary to this Act or the regulations, may take possession of the identification plate and retain it until the facts as to the carrying of the plate have been determined. 1988 c33 s33 Back to Top Identification markers 34. The registrar may issue other plates or markers that may be prescribed in regulations made under section 195, in addition to the identification plates referred to in section 16, which shall be displayed on the vehicle in the manner that may be prescribed in the regulations. 2009 c9 s10 Back to Top Where licence plate, etc. lost 35. Where a vehicle licence, identification plate, marker or permit issued in respect of a vehicle is lost or becomes mutilated or illegible, the owner of the vehicle shall notify the registrar who may, on payment of the fee prescribed by the minister, issue a duplicate or substitute a new licence, identification plate, marker or permit. 1988 c33 s35; 1998 c21 s6 Back to Top Effective term of licence 36. A licence, identification plate, marker or permit that is issued or validated under this Act or the regulations is in force during the period of time prescribed. 1988 c33 s36 Back to Top Transfer of ownership 37. Where there is a sale or other transfer of ownership of a registered vehicle, the transferor and the transferee shall by written notice in the form that the registrar prescribes notify the registrar of the transfer within 10 days after the transfer takes place. 1988 c33 s37 Back to Top Change of address 38. Where an owner of a licensed vehicle changes address a notice of that change of address shall be given to the registrar within 10 days of the change. 1988 c33 s38; 2024 c17 s9 Back to Top Change of name 39. Where the name of a person who has applied for or obtained registration of a vehicle is afterward changed by marriage or otherwise that person shall within 10 days notify the registrar of the change, giving the former name and new name. 1988 c33 s39 Back to Top Record of registration 40. (1) The registrar shall keep a record of the registration of vehicles that shall include (a) the name and address of each person in whose name a vehicle is registered; (b) the number of each vehicle licence and identification plate issued, the name and address of the person in whose name each is issued and a description of the vehicle in respect of which it is issued; (c) a record of each registration that has been suspended or cancelled; and (d) other information that the registrar may receive about the vehicle and the owner. (2) The registrar may exchange on a reciprocal basis with similar officials in other jurisdictions information contained in records kept under this section. 1988 c33 s40 Back to Top Suspension of registration 41. (1) The registrar may suspend or cancel the registration of a vehicle (a) upon finding that false information was contained in the application for registration; (b) where a cheque taken by the division in payment of the required fee for the issuing of a vehicle licence is returned to the division because of the non-acceptance of the cheque by a bank or other financial institution; (c) under the circumstances referred to in subsection 16(7); (d) where the registrar is informed that no policy is in effect with respect to the vehicle; or (e) where the vehicle has been dismantled or wrecked. (2) The registrar shall notify the owner of a vehicle when the registration of that vehicle is suspended or cancelled and the owner shall immediately return to the registrar the vehicle licence and identification plates of the vehicle and where the vehicle licence and identification plates are not returned the registrar may instruct an inspector or a traffic officer to take possession of the licence and plates and deliver them to the registrar. (3) A person who dismantles, scraps or destroys or buys for scrap a vehicle in respect of which there exists a valid vehicle licence shall deliver to the registrar the identification plates and vehicle licence of that vehicle and inform the registrar that the vehicle has been or is to be dismantled, scrapped or destroyed and on receipt of the plates and licence or of the information, the registrar shall cancel the registration of the vehicle. (4) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s11] 1988 c33 s41; 1994 c18 s2 ; 2009 c9 s11 Back to Top Offence 42. A person is guilty of an offence who (a) contrary to (i) paragraph 10(1)(a) or (c), operates, or being the owner of the vehicle, allows another person to operate, a vehicle on a highway, other than a trailer, having a registered or required to be registered maximum gross mass (A) not in excess of 4,500 kilograms, (B) exceeding 4,500 kilograms but not exceeding 10,900 kilograms, or (C) exceeding 10,900 kilograms, or (ii) paragraph 10(1)(b), operates, or being the owner allows another person to operate a trailer on a highway, having a registered or required to be registered maximum gross mass (A) not in excess of 4,500 kilograms or being a semitrailer or recreation trailer, (B) exceeding 4,500 kilograms but not exceeding 10,900 kilograms, or (C) exceeding 10,900 kilograms, or (iii) paragraph 10(1)(d) operates or being the owner of the vehicle, allows another person to operate a vehicle on a highway; (b) defaces or alters a vehicle licence or an identification plate or marker required to be affixed to a vehicle, subject to subsection 41(4); (b.1) defaces, alters or removes the manufacturer's vehicle identification number or other identifying mark of a vehicle; (c) uses or permits the use of a vehicle bearing an identification plate or marker, required in respect of the vehicle, that is mutilated, defaced or altered; (d) without the authority of the owner removes from a vehicle an identification plate or marker required in respect of the vehicle; (e) uses or permits the use of an identification plate or marker upon a motor vehicle other than the plate or marker issued for the vehicle under this Act or the regulations; (f) uses or permits the use of a marker or number or plate upon a motor vehicle capable of being confused with the identification plate or marker of the vehicle issued or prescribed for the vehicle; (g) being the owner or having the custody of a vehicle in respect of which the licence is suspended or cancelled under this Act refuses or fails to surrender the identification plates to the registrar or to a traffic officer or inspector requesting them; (h) gives a false name or address in an application under this Part or makes a false statement or conceals a material fact in the application or in a statement made or in giving information to the registrar for a purpose in connection with this Part; ( i ) after the registration of a vehicle is suspended or cancelled and during the period of suspension or before the vehicle may be registered, applies for or obtains registration of the vehicle or has possession of a vehicle licence for the vehicle; (j) uses or permits the use of a fictitious identification plate or marker on a vehicle; or (k) being required by subsection 41(3) to deliver to the registrar identification plates and vehicle licence of a vehicle or to give information to the registrar, fails to do so. 1988 c33 s42; 1992 c50 s1 ; 1994 c18 s3 ; 1995 c18 s2 PART III LICENSING OF DRIVERS Back to Top Exception to Coke’s rule 42.1 In this Part, in determining whether a conviction is a second or third or subsequent conviction, the only consideration shall be the sequence of convictions and no consideration shall be given to the sequence of commission of offences or whether an offence occurred before or after a conviction. 2000 c26 s2 Back to Top Driver’s licence 43. (1) A person shall not operate upon a highway a motor vehicle or class of motor vehicle, unless that person holds a driver's licence that (a) has been issued to that person; (b) authorizes that person to operate that motor vehicle or that class of motor vehicle; and (c) has not expired or that is not invalid. (2) A person (a) whose driver’s licence has been suspended or cancelled; (b) who has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver’s licence; (c) who has been refused a driver’s licence; or (d) who has been prohibited from driving a motor vehicle shall not operate upon a highway a motor vehicle or class of motor vehicle. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (1) or (2), a person who, under this Act, (a) is taking a driver’s examination for the purpose of obtaining a licence to operate a motor vehicle or class of motor vehicle; or (b) as part of an approved driving course being conducted by an approved driving school, is undergoing an on-road driver evaluation, may, for the purpose of the examination or evaluation, drive an appropriate motor vehicle upon a highway when accompanied by an examiner or approved driving instructor. (4) A person who drives a motor vehicle without a driver's licence in violation of paragraph (1)(b) is guilty of an offence. (4.1) Where a third or subsequent conviction has been entered against a person under subsection (4) for failure to comply with paragraph (1)(b), that person is liable to (a) a fine set out in the Schedule; (b) imprisonment for a term of not more than 30 days; or (c) both a fine and imprisonment. (5) A person who drives a motor vehicle without a driver's licence in violation of paragraph (1)(a) or (c) is guilty of an offence. (5.1) Where (a) a second conviction has been entered against a person under subsection (5) for failure to comply with paragraph (1)(a) or (c) within 2 years of the first conviction, that person is liable to (i) a fine set out in the Schedule, (ii) imprisonment for a term of not more than 30 days, or (iii) both a fine and imprisonment; and (b) a third or subsequent conviction has been entered against a person under subsection (5) for failure to comply with paragraph (1)(a) or (c) within 5 years of the first conviction, that person is liable to (i) a fine set out in the Schedule, (ii) imprisonment for a term of not less than 31 days and not more than 6 months, or (iii) both a fine and imprisonment. (6) A person who drives a motor vehicle in violation of subsection (2) is guilty of an offence. (6.1) Where (a) a second conviction has been entered against a person under subsection (6) for failure to comply with subsection (2) within 2 years of the first conviction, that person is liable to (i) a fine set out in the Schedule, (ii) imprisonment for a term of not more than 30 days, or (iii) both a fine and imprisonment; and (b) a third or subsequent conviction has been entered against a person under subsection (6) for failure to comply with subsection (2) within 5 years of the first conviction, that person is liable to (i) a fine set out in the Schedule, (ii) imprisonment for a term of not less than 31 days and not more than 6 months, or (iii) both a fine and imprisonment. (7) Where a judge imposes sentences of imprisonment under 2 or more of the following provisions: (a) paragraph (5.1)(a ); (b) paragraph (5.1)(b ); (c) paragraph (6.1)(a ); (d) paragraph (6.1)(b ); (e) paragraph 75(5.1)(a); or (f) paragraph 75(5.1)(b), the judge may, in the judge’s discretion, direct that the sentences be served consecutively. (8) For the purpose of this section, an approved driving course is a course offered by an approved driving school in accordance with the regulations and an approved driving instructor is a driving instructor approved in accordance with the regulations. 2012 c17 s1 ; 2019 c20 s2 ; 2024 c17 s10 Back to Top Examiners 44. The registrar may appoint examiners to examine applicants for a driver's licence to determine whether they are competent to operate a motor vehicle or a class of vehicle. 1988 c33 s44 Back to Top Application for licence 45. (1) A person who applies for a driver's licence or renewal of a driver's licence shall apply upon a form, prescribed by the registrar and shall sign the application in the person’s own handwriting with a pen. (2) An application for a driver's licence or renewal shall contain (a) the name, place of residence and the mailing address of the applicant; and (b) the other information that the registrar may require. (3) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s12] (4) A person who applies for a driver's licence shall submit with the application the fee prescribed by the minister for the issue of a driver's licence of that class. (5) An applicant for a driver's licence shall, where required by the registrar, file with the registrar an affidavit or statutory declaration verifying the particulars given in the application. (6) The registrar may before issuing a driver's licence or at a time after issuing the licence to a person require that person (a) to produce a birth certificate or other proof of age satisfactory to the registrar; (b) to undergo a medical examination and produce a certificate of the examination in the form that the registrar may prescribe to determine whether that person is physically and mentally competent to operate a motor vehicle or a class of motor vehicle; and (c) to take the oral, written, road driving or other examination that the registrar may authorize or direct to determine whether that person is, in the opinion of the registrar or the examiner, competent to operate a motor vehicle or a class of motor vehicle. (7) A person shall not apply on behalf of another person for a driver's licence or renewal of a driver's licence. (8) A person who has been refused a driver's licence and who applies for a driver's licence without disclosing the fact of the previous refusal is guilty of an offence and where that person obtains a driver's licence without having disclosed that fact the licence so obtained is not a valid driver's licence. 1988 c33 s45; 1998 c21 s7 ; 2006 c23 s4 ; 2009 c9 s12 ; 2024 c17 s11 Back to Top Registrar shall issue licence 46. (1) Subject to the regulations, upon receipt of an application in the prescribed form for the issue of a driver's licence to operate upon a highway a motor vehicle, or class of vehicle and, where required, upon compliance of the applicant with subsections 45(4), (5) and (6) and upon being satisfied that (a) the facts stated in the application are true; and (b) on the basis of the medical examination undergone under paragraph 45(6)(b) and of the examination taken under paragraph 45(6)(c), the applicant is competent to operate upon a highway a motor vehicle or the applicable class of vehicle, the registrar shall issue to the applicant a numbered driver's licence in a form prescribed by the registrar authorizing the holder of the licence to operate upon a highway, subject to this Act and the regulations, the motor vehicle, or the class of vehicle, specified in the licence. (2) The registrar may in a driver's licence authorize the holder of the licence to drive more than 1 class of vehicle or to drive a vehicle for more than 1 purpose. (3) The registrar may, in a driver's licence restrict the holder of the licence (a) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s13] (b) to driving a vehicle only under the conditions or for the purposes specified in the licence; or (c) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s13] 1988 c33 s46; 2009 c9 s13 Back to Top Expiry of licence 47. (1) A driver's licence shall expire on the date shown on the licence. (2) The expiry date of each licence shall be shown on the licence. (3) Notwithstanding subsections (1) and (2), where a person pays the prescribed fee for a driver’s licence at a bank the driver’s licence is considered to be valid for the time period that may be established by regulation. 1988 c33 s47; 1990 c43 s3; 2006 c23 s5 Back to Top Registrar shall not issue licence 48. (1) Except as provided for in subsection 71(4), the registrar shall not issue a driver's licence (a) for the operation of a motor vehicle to a person who is under an age that may be prescribed by the regulations; (b) [Rep. by 1998 c16 s2 ]; (c) to a person whose application contains a false or fraudulent statement; (d) to a person who has failed to provide information required under this Act; (e) where the prescribed fees for the issue of the driver's licence have not been paid; (f) for the operation of a motor vehicle to a person where, on the basis of a medical examination undergone under paragraph 45(6)(b) or of an examination taken under paragraph 45(6)(c), the registrar is of the opinion that that person is not competent to operate the motor vehicle; (g) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s14] (h) to a person whose driver's licence has been suspended or cancelled in accordance with this Act and the period of suspension or cancellation has not expired; (i) to a person whose driver's licence issued under the laws of a jurisdiction outside the province has to the registrar's knowledge been suspended or cancelled in accordance with the laws of that jurisdiction and the period of suspension or cancellation has not expired; (j) to a person who has been disqualified under this Act from holding or obtaining a driver's licence or who to the registrar's knowledge has under the laws of a jurisdiction outside the province been (i) disqualified or prohibited from driving a vehicle of the class for which that person has applied for a driver's licence under this Act, or (ii) disqualified or prohibited from holding a driver's licence to operate the class of vehicle for which that person has applied under this Act, and the disqualification or prohibition has not been lifted or the period of disqualification or prohibition has not expired; (k) to a person who owes money to the Crown on account of an assessment under Part VIII of the Revenue Administration Act in respect of a vehicle; (k.1) to a person who has not paid a fine, including a fine imposed under the Criminal Code payable to the Crown or a late payment penalty, within the time allowed for payment; (l) to a person who has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the Criminal Code arising out of the use or operation of a vehicle and has not paid the fine or served the term of imprisonment imposed by the convicting court in respect of the offence; (m) to a person who owns a vehicle used or operated with the owner's consent by another person who has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the Criminal Code arising out of the use or operation of that vehicle and who has not paid the fine or served the term of imprisonment imposed by the convicting court in respect of the offence; or (n) to a person whose record, in the opinion of the registrar, makes the person unsuitable to hold a licence and in forming that opinion the registrar may consider (i) the physical or mental condition or history of the applicant, (ii) the applicant's accident record, and (iii) the applicant's record in this province or elsewhere in respect of offences arising out of the use or operation of a motor vehicle or in the commission of which a motor vehicle was used. (2) A driver's licence that is issued to a person contrary to subsection (1) or before the registrar has knowledge of the matter referred to in that subsection is invalid and does not become valid where the person later becomes qualified to hold a driver's licence. (3) A person shall not be entitled to a return of a fee or a portion of a fee where a licence is issued to a person contrary to subsection (1). (4) Where a person is disqualified or prohibited from driving or obtaining a driver's licence under this Act or the laws of a jurisdiction outside the province while the person is not of a legal age to drive a motor vehicle, the registrar shall not issue a driver's licence to that person when the person becomes of legal age to drive a motor vehicle and applies for a driver's licence, until the length of time of that disqualification or prohibition occurring before reaching that legal age has been added to the time during which the person is of a legal age to drive a motor vehicle. (5) Where a person without a licence to drive a motor vehicle has been disqualified or prohibited from driving or obtaining a driver's licence under this Act or the laws of a jurisdiction outside the province, the person shall be treated as if the person had been a licensed driver under this Act when disqualified or prohibited from driving or obtaining a driver's licence. 1988 c33 s48; 1994 c18 s4 ; 1995 c18 s4 ; 1995 cP-31.1 s53 ; 1997 c13 s29 ; 1998 c21 s8 ; 1998 c16 s2 ; 2009 cR-15.01 s117 ; 2009 c9 s14 ; 2024 c17 s12 Back to Top Licence to be signed 49. (1) A licence issued by the registrar is not valid until it is signed, and that signature may be reproduced by photographic or electronic means. (1.1) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s15] (2) A holder of a driver’s licence (a) when driving a motor vehicle; and (b) who is an accompanying driver, s hall produce that licence when requested to do so by a traffic officer. (3) The production of a driver's licence at a police station within 48 hours after a request is made under subsection (2) is sufficient production of the licence for the purpose of that subsection. (4) Subject to subsections (2) and (3), a driver or person having the care or control of a vehicle who surrendered their driver’s licence and was given notice of a suspension under section 60.01 to 60.04 or 60.1 shall, upon being asked for their driver’s licence after the suspension period has expired, produce notice of that suspension which shall serve as proof that the person does hold a driver’s licence which was suspended and has been reinstated as of the date and time given on the notice. 1988 c33 s49; 1994 c18 s5 ; 1998 c16 s3 ; 2009 c9 s15 ; 2010 c31 s8 ; 2011 c18 s1 ; 2024 c17 s13 Back to Top Licence property of Crown 50. (1) Each driver's licence that the registrar issues is and remains the property of the Crown and shall be returned to the registrar on the request of the registrar. (2) A finder of a valid driver's licence shall return the licence to the registrar or nearest traffic officer. (3) A traffic officer who receives a valid driver's licence under subsection (2) shall return it to the registrar. 1988 c33 s50; 1998 c16 s4 ; 2009 c9 s16 Back to Top Licence issued for class of vehicle 51. A driver's licence is not valid to authorize the holder of it to drive other than the class of vehicles specified in the licence but the registrar may by endorsement on the licence authorize the holder to drive the other classes of vehicles that the registrar specifies in the endorsement. 1988 c33 s51 Back to Top Possession of another's licence 52. A person who has possession of a driver's licence issued to another person shall not represent to be that other person or drive or attempt to drive a motor vehicle under the authority of that driver's licence. 1988 c33 s52; 2024 c17 s14 Back to Top Driver licensed in another jurisdiction 53. (1) A person 16 years or age or over who holds and possesses a valid and existing driver's licence that has been issued to that person under the laws of a jurisdiction outside the province and who has not been prohibited from driving under the laws of that or another jurisdiction or of the province may, without examination or a driver's licence issued under this Act but subject to a limitation or restriction in the licence that that person holds, drive in the province, for a period of not more than 3 months from the date of coming or returning to the province, a vehicle of the class that that person is authorized to drive under the licence the person holds. (2) [Rep. by 1998 c16 s5] 1988 c33 s53; 1998 c16 s5 ; 2024 c17 s15 Back to Top Prohibition 54.

A person shall not employ, authorize or permit another person to drive a motor vehicle owned by that person or under that person's control upon a highway unless that other person is authorized under this Act to drive that motor vehicle. 1988 c33 s54 Back to Top Novice driver’s licence 55. (1) A person who is 16 years of age or more and who is a novice driver may apply to the registrar and the registrar may issue to that person a driver’s licence entitling that person, while having the immediate possession of that licence, and in accordance with regulations made under section 55.1, to drive upon a highway. (2) This section does not apply to a person whom the registrar, in accordance with the regulations, considers to be eligible to apply for a driver’s licence under section 46. (3) An accompanying driver or another person who is the owner of, is in possession or control of or who occupies a motor vehicle while it is being driven by a novice driver who holds a driver’s licence, shall not permit the novice driver to drive the motor vehicle on a highway in contravention of conditions and restrictions imposed upon the novice driver by regulations made under section 55.1. 1998 c16 s6 ; 2024 c17 s16 Back to Top Regulations 55.1 (1) The minister may make regulations in respect of novice drivers (a) defining the terms "accompanying driver" and "novice driver" for the purpose of this Act and the regulations; (b) prescribing driver’s licences of different classes and levels for novice drivers; (c) prescribing categories of driver’s licences for novice drivers which differ from licences for drivers who are not novice drivers; (d) prescribing the qualifications and requirements for accompanying drivers; (e) requiring novice drivers with driver’s licences of any category, class or level to be accompanied, while driving, by an accompanying driver; (f) respecting qualifications, examinations, age and experience required to permit the registrar to waive the requirement to obtain a driver’s licence as a novice driver; (g) respecting practical and written driving examinations and mental and physical, including ophthalmic and auditory examinations for applications for driver’s licences of any category, class or level for novice drivers; (h) prescribing the length of time or the method of determining the length of time during which a person shall be a novice driver or shall be restricted to any category or level of driver’s licence for novice drivers; (i) prescribing circumstances under which the driver’s licence of a novice driver and of an accompanying driver shall be cancelled or suspended and the length of the cancellation or suspension and prescribing the requirements for the reinstatement of, reapplication for and reissuing of suspended and cancelled driver’s licences of novice drivers and accompanying drivers; (j) prescribing circumstances under which a novice driver may be required to attend before the registrar or an examiner for an interview and the examination or examinations that may be required; (k) prescribing circumstances under which a novice driver may be required to complete an approved driver education program and to produce evidence with regard to successful completion of an approved driver education program; (l) respecting the approval of driver education programs and courses which make up those programs and the requirements for instructors of those programs; (m) prescribing modifications to the demerit point system prescribed under paragraph 186(h) as it applies to novice drivers and exempting novice drivers or a category, class or level of driver’s licence for novice drivers from provisions of the demerit point system; (n) prescribing conditions and restrictions that shall apply to a category, class or level of driver’s licence for novice drivers; (o) prescribing markers or identifying devices to be displayed on or in motor vehicles driven by novice drivers or novices drivers with driver’s licences of any category, class or level and governing the conditions of their use and the manner of displaying them; and (p) exempting novice drivers or novice drivers with a driver’s licence of any category, class or level from a requirement under this Part and a regulation and prescribing conditions for the exemption. (2) Subject to the approval of the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, in a regulation made under this section, the minister may prescribe penalties for a contravention of the regulations. 1998 c16 s6 Back to Top Offence 55.2 A novice driver or an accompanying driver who contravenes a condition or restriction placed upon the novice driver or accompanying driver under the Act is guilty of an offence. 1998 c16 s6 ; 2024 c17 s17 Back to Top Rental prohibited 56. (1) A person shall not rent a motor vehicle to a person who does not hold a valid and existing driver's licence issued under this Act or the laws of a jurisdiction outside the province. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), a person shall not rent a motor vehicle to a person who is not authorized under this Act to drive it. (3) A person shall not rent a motor vehicle to another person unless the person has inspected that other person's driver's licence. (4) A person who rents a motor vehicle to other persons shall keep a record which shall show (a) the registration number of the motor vehicle; (b) the name, permanent address and temporary address of each person to whom the motor vehicle is rented; and (c) the number of the driver's licence held by each person to whom the motor vehicle is rented and the date and place of issue of the licence, and the record shall be open to inspection by a traffic officer or inspector. 1988 c33 s56; 2009 c9 s17 ; 2024 c17 s18 Back to Top Licence lost 57. Where the driver's licence of a person is lost or becomes mutilated or illegible, the person to whom the licence was issued shall notify the registrar who may, on payment of the fee prescribed by the minister, issue a duplicate or substitute a new licence. 1988 c33 s57; 1998 c21 s10 Back to Top Change of name 58. The holder of a driver's licence who changes name or address or both shall within 10 days notify the registrar in writing of the change. 1988 c33 s58; 2024 c17 s19 Back to Top Offence 59. (1) A person is guilty of an offence who (a) defaces or alters a driver's licence or displays or permits to be displayed or possesses a driver's licence which is fictitious or has been defaced, altered, cancelled or suspended; (b) lends to or permits the use of by another of a driver's licence issued to the person so lending or permitting the use of the licence; (c) displays or represents as the person's own a driver's licence not issued to that person; (d) fails or refuses to surrender to the registrar or to a traffic officer or inspector upon demand a driver's licence which has been suspended or cancelled; or (e) gives a false or fictitious name or gives a false address in an application for a driver's licence or for a renewal or duplicate of a licence or makes a false statement or conceals a material fact in the application or in a statement made or in giving information to the registrar for a purpose in connection with this Part. (2) A peace officer who, in the course of carrying out the duties as a peace officer, displays or has possession of a fictitious driver's licence does not commit an offence contrary to subsection (1). 1988 c33 s59; 2024 c17 s20 Back to Top Seizure of licence 60. Where a person is charged under this Act or the regulations or under the Criminal Code arising out of the operation of a motor vehicle, the driver's licence shall, where the court before whom the person is charged so directs and after a hearing where it is determined that a licence suspension is appropriate, be suspended before the determination of the charge against the person and the person shall immediately deliver the licence to the court and the court shall hold the licence until the determination of the charge against the person. 1988 c33 s60 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.001 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.002 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.003 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.004 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.01 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Rep. by 2018 c25 s3 60.02 [Rep. by 2018 c25 s3] 2018 c25 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.03 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.04 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Rep. by 2019 c20 s3 60.05 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Request or surrender or driver's license at roadside 60.1 [Rep. by 2019 c20 s3] 60.1 (1) A peace officer shall request a driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle to surrender his or her driver's licence where one or more of the following apply: (a) upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle fails or refuses to comply with the demand; (b) a peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by a drug or a combination of a drug and alcohol; (c) upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code a (i) driver of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service , (ii) person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service , (iii) driver of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver, (iv) person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver, (v) novice driver of a motor vehicle, or (vi) novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of a bodily substance which, on analysis by approved drug screening equipment as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code , indicates the presence of a drug in their body as prescribed by the regulations; (d) upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of their breath which, on analysis by an approved screening device as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code , indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is (i) greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood where the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle is (A) a novice driver of a motor vehicle, (B) a novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle, (C) a driver of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age, or (D) a person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age, or (ii) 50 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, where the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle is 22 years of age or older and not a novice driver; (e) upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of their breath which, on analysis by an approved instrument as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code , indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is (i) greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood where the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle is (A) a novice driver of a motor vehicle, (B) a novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle, (C) a driver of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age, or (D) a person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age, or (ii) 50 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, where the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle is 22 years of age or older and not a novice driver. (2) Upon a request being made under subsection (1), the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle shall immediately surrender their driver's licence to the peace officer. (3) Where an analysis of the breath of a person is made under paragraph (1)(d) and it indicates that the proportion of alcohol in that person’s blood is an amount referred to in that paragraph, the peace officer who made the demand under subsection (1) shall advise the person of the right to a further analysis under subsection (4). (4) Where an analysis of the breath of a person is made under paragraph (1)(d) and it indicates that the proportion of alcohol in that person’s blood is an amount referred to in that paragraph, the person may require that a further analysis be performed in the manner provided in paragraph (1)(e), in which case the result obtained on the second analysis governs and a revocation and suspension resulting from an analysis under paragraph (1)(d) continues or terminates accordingly. (5) It shall be presumed, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, that (a) approved drug screening equipment issued for the purpose of paragraph (1)(c) has been calibrated to correctly indicate the proportion of drugs in a person's body; and (b) a screening device issued for the purpose of paragraph (1)(d) has been calibrated to correctly indicate the proportion of alcohol in a person's blood. 2011 c18 s3 ; 2018 c37 s9 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2023 c24 s3 ; 2024 c17 s21 Back to Top Periods of suspension 60.2 (1) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(a), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for a period of (a) 7 days from the time the request is made; and (b) 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day after the expiry of the 7 day suspension, where they fail or refuse to comply with a demand under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code . (2) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(b), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the driver or the person who has care or control of a motor vehicle is impaired by a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol. (3) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) or section 60.8, the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is 50 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (4) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) or section 60.8, the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (3) where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (5) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of a bodily substance which on analysis indicates that the proportion of a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol, in their body or blood at the time the sample was given met or exceeded the proportion of that drug or the combination of that drug and alcohol prescribed by the regulations, their driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (6) Where, upon demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or a person who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was 50 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (7) Where, upon the demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (6). (8) A suspension under this section applies whether or not the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle surrenders their driver’s licence to the peace officer. (9) This section does not apply to the following persons: (a) a driver of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service ; (b) a person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service ; (c) a driver of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver; (d) a person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver; (e) a novice driver of a motor vehicle; (f) a novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle; or (g) an accompanying driver. 2010 c22 s2 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2023 c24 s4 ; 2024 c17 s22 Back to Top Periods of suspension - commercial vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service 60.3 (1) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(a), the driver's licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service are suspended for a period of (a) 7 days from the time the request is made; and (b) 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day after the expiry of the 7 day suspension, where the driver or person who has care or control fails or refuses to comply with a demand made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code . (2) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(b), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service is impaired by a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol. (3) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(c), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the presence of a drug is indicated as prescribed by the regulations. (4) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) or section 60.8, the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is 50 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (5) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) or section 60.8, the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (4) where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (6) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service provides a sample of a bodily substance which on analysis indicates that the proportion of a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol, in their body or blood at the time the sample was given met or exceeded the proportion of that drug or the combination of that drug and alcohol prescribed by the regulations, their driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (7) Where, upon demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was 50 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (8) Where, upon the demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (7). (9) A suspension under this section applies whether or not the driver or person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service surrenders their driver’s licence to the peace officer. 1994 c18 s6 ; 1998 c16 s8 ; 2011 c18 s4 ; 2018 c25 s7 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2023 c24 s4 ; 2023 c24 s5 ; 2024 c17 s23 Back to Top Periods of suspension - driver under 22 and not a novice driver 60.4 (1) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(a), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver are suspended for a period of (a) 7 days from the time the request is made; and (b) 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day after the expiry of the 7 day suspension, where they fail or refuse to comply with a demand under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code . (2) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(b), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver is impaired by a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol. (3) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(c), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the presence of a drug is indicated as prescribed by the regulations. (4) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) or section 60.8, the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (5) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) or section 60.8, the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (4) where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (6) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver provides a sample of a bodily substance which on analysis indicates that the proportion of a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol, in their body or blood at the time the sample was given met or exceeded the proportion of that drug or the combination of that drug and alcohol prescribed by the regulations, their driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (7) Where, upon demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or a person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (8) Where, upon the demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (7). (9) A suspension under this section applies whether or not the driver or person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver surrenders their driver’s licence to the peace officer. 2011 c18 s5 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s24 Back to Top Periods of suspension - novice driver 60.5 (1) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(a), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for a period of 90 days from the time the request is made where they fail or refuse to comply with a demand made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code . (2) Upon a request being made under subsection 60.1(1)(b), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for a period of (a) 2 months for the first occasion upon which a request is made; (b) 4 months for the second occasion upon which a request is made; and (c) 6 months for a subsequent occasion upon which a request is made, where the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle is impaired by a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol. (3) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(c), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for the period set out in paragraph (2)(a), (b) or (c), whichever is applicable, from the time the request is made where the presence of a drug is indicated as prescribed by the regulations. (4) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle are suspended for the period set out in paragraph (2)(a), (b) or (c), whichever is applicable, from the time the request is made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (5) Upon a request being made under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e), the driver’s licence or driving privileges of the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle are, notwithstanding subsection (4), suspended for a period of 90 days from the time the request is made where the analysis under paragraph 60.1(1)(d) or (e) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood is 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (6) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of a bodily substance which on analysis indicates that the proportion of a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol, in their body or blood at the time the sample was given met or exceeded the proportion of that drug or the combination of that drug and alcohol prescribed by the regulations, their driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis . (7) Where, upon demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , a novice driver or a novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for the period set out in (2)(a), (b) or (c), whichever is applicable, beginning on the fourteenth day following their receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (8) Where upon the demand of a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code a novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle provides a sample of their blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in their blood at the time the sample was given was 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, their driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (7). (9) Following the expiry of a suspension under this section, a novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle may apply to the registrar to have their driver's licence reinstated beginning at the start of the level and class of driver's licence held by them at the time when their driver's licence was suspended subject to a fee and in accordance with conditions and requirements which the registrar may impose upon the licence. (10) A suspension under this section applies whether or not the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle surrenders their driver’s licence to the peace officer. 1998 c16 s9 ; 2001 c11 s4 ; 2008 c57 s4 ; 2010 c22 s4 ; 2018 c25 s8 ; 2018 c37 s10 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s25 Back to Top Legal use of drug for medical purpose 60.6 Where a peace officer requests the surrender of the driver's licence under paragraphs 60.1(1)(a), (b) or (c) from a (a) driver of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service ; (b) person who has care or control of a commercial motor vehicle, taxi or motor vehicle used for a ride-sharing service ; (c) driver of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver; (d) person who has care or control of a motor vehicle who is under 22 years of age and not a novice driver; (e) novice driver of a motor vehicle; or (f) novice driver who has care or control of a motor vehicle and the peace officer is satisfied that the person is legally authorized to use a drug for medical purposes, paragraph 60.1(1)(c) does not apply to the person solely on the basis of the presence of that drug. 2017 c28 s3 ; 2018 c25 s9 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2023 c24 s6 Back to Top Suspensions generally 60.7 (1) A 7 day suspension shall be served concurrently with a prior unexpired suspension. (2) A 90 day suspension shall be served concurrently with a suspension under section 65 and consecutively to another unexpired suspension. (3) Where a driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended under section 60.2, 60.3, 60.4, 60.5 or 60.8, the peace officer who requested the surrender of the driver's licence shall (a) keep a record of the driver's licence or driving privileges suspended with the name and address of the driver, novice driver or person or novice driver who has care or control of the motor vehicle; (b) provide the driver, novice driver or person or novice driver who has care or control of the motor vehicle whose driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended with a notice which shall (i) include the time from which the suspension takes effect and the length of the period during which their driver's licence is suspended, if known, (ii) indicate that the registrar shall inform the novice driver or novice driver who has care or control of the motor vehicle of when they may apply for a driver's licence, and (iii) where the driver, novice driver or person or novice driver who has care or control of the motor vehicle surrenders their driver's licence, constitute a receipt of that driver's licence; and (c) notify the registrar of the suspension of the driver's licence or driving privileges. (4) Upon the termination of a 7 day suspension under subsections 60.2(2), 60.2(3), 60.2(6), 60.3(2), 60.3(3), 60.3(4), 60.3(7), 60.4(2), 60.4(3), 60.4(4) or 60.4(7), the driver's licence shall, if it was surrendered to a peace officer, be returned to the licensee at the address shown on the driver's licence or to another address requested by the licensee. 2017 c28 s3 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s26 Back to Top Surrender of driver's licence required 60.8 Where a person is charged with an offence under subsection 320.14(1), (2) or (3) or section 320.15 of the Criminal Code , or a procedure is taken pending the laying of a charge to assure the person's attendance in court on the charge, a peace officer shall request a person to surrender the person’s driver's licence. 2017 c28 s3 ; 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s27 Back to Top Progressively increased suspensions 60.9 The registrar shall suspend the driver's licence or driving privileges of a driver who within 24 consecutive months has incurred a 7 day suspension (a) for a second time, for 14 days; (b) for a third time, for 2 months; (c) for a fourth time, for 4 months; or (d) for a fifth or subsequent time, for 6 months. 2017 c28 s3 ; 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Removal of vehicle 60.10 (1) Where, under sections 60.2 to 60.5 and 60.8, the driver's licence or driving privileges of a driver are suspended, and the motor vehicle which the driver was driving at the time is in a location from which, in the opinion of the peace officer who requested the surrender of the driver's licence or driving privileges, it should be removed, and there is no person who has a driver's licence easily available to remove the motor vehicle with the consent of the driver, the peace officer may remove the motor vehicle or cause it to be removed to a nearby area where parking is permitted and notify the driver of its location. (2) Where a peace officer requests assistance to remove a motor vehicle under subsection (1), the costs and charges incurred in moving or storing the vehicle, or both, are the responsibility of the driver whose driver's licence or driving privileges have been suspended. 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Screening accompanying driver 60.11 (1) Where a peace officer has brought a novice driver to a stop under the authority of this Act, and the peace officer reasonably suspects that the accompanying driver has alcohol or drugs in the accompanying driver's body, the peace officer may demand that the accompanying driver immediately provide a sample of breath or a bodily substance into an approved screening device or approved drug screening equipment as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code as if the accompanying driver was the person operating the motor vehicle. (2) A peace officer may direct a novice driver not to drive a motor vehicle on a highway and shall request the accompanying driver to surrender the accompanying driver's driver's licence where one or more of the following apply: (a) upon demand of a peace officer made under subsection (1), an accompanying driver fails or refuses to provide a sample of breath or provides a sample of breath which on analysis by an approved screening device, as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code , indicates that the proportion of alcohol in the accompanying driver's body is greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood; (b) a peace officer has brought a novice driver to a stop under the authority of this Act and the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the accompanying driver to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol; (c) upon demand of a peace officer made under subsection (1), an accompanying driver fails or refuses to provide a sample of a requested bodily substance or provides a sample of a requested bodily substance which on analysis by approved drug screening equipment, as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code , indicates the presence of a drug in the accompanying driver's body as prescribed by the regulations; (d) analysis of the breath of an accompanying driver under paragraph (2)(a) registers the presence of alcohol as described in that subsection and the peace officer demands that the accompanying driver provide a sample of the accompanying driver's breath and the accompanying driver provides that sample, which, on analysis by an approved instrument as defined in section 320.11 of the Criminal Code , indicates that the proportion of alcohol in the accompanying driver's blood is greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood; or (e) upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , an accompanying driver fails or refuses to comply with the demand made on that driver. (3) The direction under this section to a novice driver not to drive a motor vehicle on a highway is intended to ensure that novice drivers acquire experience and develop or improve safe driving skills in controlled conditions and to safeguard the licensee and the public and does not constitute an alternative to any proceeding or penalty arising from the same circumstances or around the same time. (4) Upon a request being made under paragraph 2(a) or (d), the accompanying driver's driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where the accompanying driver fails or refuses to provide a sample of the accompanying driver's breath or where the analysis under paragraph 2(a) or (d) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in the accompanying driver's blood is greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (5) Upon a request being made under paragraph (2)(a) or (d), the accompanying driver's driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (4) where the accompanying driver fails or refuses to provide a sample of the accompanying driver's breath or where the analysis under paragraph (2)(a) or (d) indicates that the proportion of alcohol in the accompanying driver's blood is 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood. (6) Upon a request being made under paragraphs (2)(b) and (c), the accompanying driver's driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days from the time the request is made where (a) the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the ability of the accompanying driver is impaired by a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol; or (b) the presence of a drug is indicated as prescribed by the regulations. (7) Upon a request being made under paragraph 2(e), the accompanying driver's driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of (a) 7 days from the time the request is made; and (b) 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day after the expiry of the 7 day suspension where the accompanying driver fails or refuses to comply with a demand made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code . (8) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , an accompanying driver provides a sample of the accompanying driver's blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in the accompanying driver's blood at the time the sample was given was greater than 0 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, the accompanying driver's driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the accompanying driver's receipt of a copy of the certificate of the analysis. (9) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , an accompanying driver provides a sample of the accompanying driver's blood which on analysis indicates that the proportion of alcohol in the accompanying driver's blood at the time the sample was given was 80 milligrams or more of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, the accompanying driver's driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the expiry of the period of suspension under subsection (8). (10) Where, upon demand of a peace officer made under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , an accompanying driver provides a sample of a bodily substance which on analysis indicates that the proportion of a drug, or a combination of a drug and alcohol, in the accompanying driver's body or blood at the time the sample was given met or exceeded the proportion of that drug or the combination of that drug and alcohol prescribed by the regulations, the accompanying driver's driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 90 days beginning on the fourteenth day following the accompanying driver's receipt of a copy of the certificate of analysis. (11) Where an accompanying driver's driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended under subsection (4), (5), (6) or (7), the peace officer who requested the surrender shall (a) provide the accompanying driver whose driver's licence or driving privileges are suspended with a notice which shall (i) include the time from which the suspension takes effect and the length of the period during which the accompanying driver's driver's licence is suspended, and (ii) where the accompanying driver surrenders the accompanying driver's licence, constitute a receipt of that driver’s licence; (b) notify the registrar of the name of the accompanying driver, the accompanying driver's address and the details of the suspension; and (c) inform the accompanying driver of how the accompanying driver may collect the accompanying driver's driver's licence after the expiration of the suspension. (12) Where a peace officer requests the surrender of the accompanying driver's licence under this section and the peace officer is satisfied that the accompanying driver is legally authorized to use a drug for medical purposes, paragraph 2(c) does not apply to the accompanying driver solely on the basis of the presence of that drug. (13) A suspension under this section applies whether or not the accompanying driver surrenders the accompanying driver’s driver’s licence to the peace officer. 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s28 Back to Top Appeal of 90 day suspension 60.12 (1) A person whose driver's licence or driving privileges have been suspended for 90 days under section 60.2, 60.3, 60.4, 60.5 or 60.11 may appeal the suspension to the registrar where the person (a) is not the same person to whom a demand for a sample of breath, blood or bodily substance was made; or (b) failed or refused to comply with a demand for a sample breath, blood or bodily substance because the person was unable to do so for medical reasons. (2) A person who wishes to appeal a suspension under subsection (1) shall submit the appeal in the prescribed form to the registrar in writing within 30 days of the day the peace officer requested the person to surrender the person’s driver's licence. (3) An appeal submitted under subsection (1) shall indicate whether the appeal shall be heard orally or in writing. (4) Where the appeal indicates that the hearing shall be held in writing, the registrar shall, in writing, (a) confirm receipt of the appeal; and (b) specify the deadline before which the person shall submit documents or evidence supporting the appeal. (5) Where the appeal indicates that the hearing shall be held orally, the registrar shall, in writing, (a) confirm receipt of the appeal; (b) specify the deadline before which the person shall submit documents or evidence supporting the appeal; and (c) specify the date on which the hearing will take place. (6) Where a person appeals a suspension under paragraph (1)(b), the person shall submit written evidence signed by a medical practitioner licensed to practise medicine under the Medical Act, 2011 , a registered nurse or nurse practitioner licensed to practise nursing under the Nurses Act, or a respiratory therapist with general status registered under the Health Professions Act to support the appeal before the deadline for submitting documents and evidence specified by the registrar. (7) The registrar may extend the deadline for submitting documents and evidence to support an appeal by a maximum of 30 days. (8) A person shall request an extension under subsection (7) in writing to the registrar at least 7 days before the deadline for submitting documents and evidence specified by the registrar under paragraph (4)(b) or (5)(b).

(9) An appeal shall be heard within 30 days after the deadline for submitting documents and evidence. 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s29 ; 2024 cN-5.1 s59 Back to Top Oral hearings 60.13 (1) A person who submits an appeal under section 60.12 may be represented at an oral hearing of that appeal either personally or by legal counsel. (2) The registrar is not required to hold an oral hearing unless an oral hearing is requested in the appeal submitted under subsection 60.12(2) and the appeal is under one of the grounds set out in subsection 60.12(1). (3) Notwithstanding a request for an oral hearing, the registrar may order that the suspension be set aside on the basis of documents or evidence submitted without holding an oral hearing. 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Decision of registrar 60.14 (1) The registrar shall confirm or set aside the suspension and provide reasons for the decision in writing within 15 business days after the hearing. (2) The registrar may confirm a suspension appealed under paragraph 60.12(1)(b) where the person does not provide evidence under subsection 60.12(6) before the deadline specified by the registrar. (3) Where a suspension is set aside after an appeal, the registrar shall reinstate the person's driver's licence or driving privileges, subject to any other suspension under this Act. (4) The decision of the registrar under subsection (1) is final and binding. 2019 c20 s3 ; 2024 c17 s30 Back to Top Appeals generally 60.15 (1) A suspension continues to apply notwithstanding the submission of an appeal under section 60.12. (2) The registrar may appoint a person employed in the division to carry out the duties and functions of the registrar under sections 60.12 to 60.14. 2019 c20 s3 Back to Top Report to registrar 61. (1) A court which convicts a person for an offence committed under this Act or the regulations shall transmit to the registrar a report setting out the nature of the conviction and the circumstances of the offence. (2) A person who is the holder of a driver’s licence shall immediately deliver the licence to the court upon being convicted of an offence under section 220, 221, 236 or 320.13, subsection 320.14(1), (2) or (3), section 320.15, 320.16, 320.18, 335 or another provision of the Criminal Code , except subsection 320.14(4), involving the use of a motor vehicle or in the commission of which a motor vehicle was used. (3) [Rep. by 1994 c18 s7] (4) Where a licence has been delivered to the court under subsection (2), the court shall transmit the licence to the registrar together with a report setting out the nature of the conviction and the circumstances of the offence. 1988 c33 s61; 1990 c43 s4; 1994 c18 s7 ; 2000 c26 s4 ; 2018 c37 s11 Back to Top National Defence Act (Canada) 62. (1) Where a person has been convicted of an offence under section 130 of the National Defence Act (Canada) by reason that the person contravened section 221, 222, 236 or 320.13, subsection 320.14 (1), (2) or (3) or section 320.15 or 320.16 of the Criminal Code the registrar may by order in writing suspend that person's driver's licence. (2) For the purpose of this section "driver's licence" means a Canadian Forces Europe Driver's Licence to operate a private motor vehicle issued under the authority of the Department of National Defence ( Canada ). 1990 c43 s5; 2018 c37 s12 Back to Top Suspension or cancellation of driver's licence 63. (1) The registrar may by written order suspend or cancel a driver's licence for serious violation of this Act or the regulations by the licensee or upon being satisfied of the unfitness, physical or otherwise, of the licensee or for another reason appearing to the registrar to be sufficient. (2) The registrar shall by order in writing cancel the driver's licence of a novice driver who has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the regulations which involved the use of a motor vehicle in motion. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (1), the registrar may suspend or cancel a driver's licence for serious violation of this Act or the regulations only after the registrar, or a representative of the registrar appointed for the purpose, has held a hearing to determine if a suspension or cancellation is appropriate and the driver may be represented at that hearing either personally or by legal counsel. (4) Subsection (3) does not apply to a suspension of a driver's licence arising from an accumulation of demerit points under a demerit point system established by the regulations or where the registrar is satisfied of the unfitness, physical or otherwise, of a licensee. 1988 c33 s62; 1998 c16 s10 Back to Top Suspension or cancellation of driver's licence 64. (1) The registrar shall by written order suspend or cancel the driver’s licence of a person who (a) has obtained the licence as the result of perjury or the making of a false affidavit or statement to the registrar; or (b) has been convicted of an offence committed anywhere in Canada under section 335 of the Criminal Code , for a period of not less than (c) 3 months in the case of a first conviction; and (d) 6 months in the case of a subsequent conviction entered within 2 years of the first conviction. (2) Where a person who has previously been convicted of an offence mentioned in subsection (1) is convicted of the same or another offence mentioned in subsection (1), the 2nd and each subsequent conviction for those offences shall be considered to be a conviction for a subsequent offence for the purpose of paragraph (1)(b). 1988 c33 s63; 1990 c43 s6; 2000 c26 s5 Back to Top Suspension or cancellation 64.1 (1) Upon receiving direction from the Director of Support Enforcement under subsection 53(2) or 53(4) of the Support Orders Enforcement Act, 2006 , the Registrar shall, with respect to the person named in the direction and in accordance with the direction (a) by written order, suspend, cancel or refuse to renew the person's driver's licence; or (b) impose the specified conditions on the person's driver's licence. (2) Upon receiving direction from the Director of Support Enforcement under subsection 53(5) or 53(6) of the Support Orders Enforcement Act, 2006, the Registrar shall, with respect to the person named in the direction and in accordance with the direction (a) reinstate a driver's licence suspended or cancelled under this section; or (b) revoke conditions imposed on a driver's licence under this section. (3) The Registrar shall reinstate a driver's licence suspended or cancelled, or revoke conditions imposed on a driver's licence in accordance with an order of a court under subsection 53(9) of the Support Orders Enforcement Act, 2006 . (4) Notwithstanding subsection (2) or (3), the Registrar shall not reinstate a driver's licence under this section unless the Registrar is satisfied that the person meets all the requirements for the issuance of a driver's licence. (5) A person who holds a driver's licence which has been restricted under this section and drives a motor vehicle in contravention of any restriction imposed by the Registrar commits an offence. 2006 cS-31.1 s82 Back to Top Suspension or cancellation 65. (1) The registrar shall by written order suspend or cancel the driver's licence or driving privileges of a person who has been convicted of an offence committed anywhere in Canada under section 220, 221, 236 or 320.13, subsection 320.14(1), (2) or (3), section 320.15, 320.16, 320.18 or another provision of the Criminal Code , except subsection 320.14(4), which involves the use of a motor vehicle or in the commission of which a motor vehicle was used, (a) for a period of 12 months in the case of a first conviction; (b) for a period of 36 months in the case of a second conviction entered within 10 years after the first conviction; (c) for a period of 60 months in the case of a third conviction entered within 10 years after the first conviction; and (d) for life in the case of a fourth and subsequent conviction entered within 10 years after the first conviction. (1.1) Notwithstanding subsection (1), the registrar shall by written order suspend or cancel the driver's licence or driving privileges of a person who has been convicted of an offence committed anywhere in Canada (a) under subsection 320.14(2) or 320.15(2) of the Criminal Code , for a period of 10 years; or (b) under subsection 320.14(3) or 320.15(3) of the Criminal Code , for life. (1.2) A person whose driver's licence or driving privileges have been suspended or cancelled under subsection (1.1) may apply to the registrar to reinstate the person’s driver's licence or driving privileges after (a) 5 years from the date of the suspension or cancellation, where the suspension or cancellation was done under paragraph (1.1)(a); or (b) 10 years from the date of the suspension or cancellation, where the suspension or cancellation was done under paragraph (1)(d) or (1.1)(b), and the registrar may, reinstate the driver's licence or driving privileges subject to a fee and in accordance with conditions that the registrar may impose upon the licence, including (c) the use of an ignition interlock device in accordance with regulations made under section 186; and (d) participation in a program for assessment and treatment in relation to the consumption of alcohol or drugs. (2) Where a person who has previously been convicted of an offence mentioned in subsection (1) is convicted of the same or another offence mentioned in subsection (1), the 2nd and each subsequent conviction for those offences shall be considered to be a conviction for a subsequent offence for the purpose of paragraphs (1)(b) and (c). (3) Notwithstanding subsections (1) and (1.1), where a judge makes an order prohibiting a person from operating a motor vehicle for a greater period than that outlined in this section, the registrar shall impose the same period of suspension as the judge has imposed and the person is not eligible to apply for reinstatement under subsection (1.2) until that period of suspension has expired. 1988 c33 s64; 1990 c43 s7; 1994 c18 s8 ; 1997 c13 s29 ; 2000 c26 s6 ; 2002 c11 s5 ; 2009 c9 s18 2016 c40 s1 ; 2018 c37 s13 ; 2024 c17 s31 Back to Top Rep. by 2009 c9 s19 65.1 [Rep. by 2009 c9 s19] 2009 c9 s19 Back to Top Rep. by 1994 c18 s9 66. [Rep. by 1994 c18 s9] 1994 c18 s9 Back to Top Concurrent suspensions 67. Where a person is convicted of more than one of the offences mentioned in subsection 64(1) or 65(1) and the offences arise out of the same incident, the periods of suspension or cancellation of a driver’s licence for all those offences shall run concurrently from the date of the first conviction. 2000 c26 s7 Back to Top Driving without a licence 68. The registrar shall by written order suspend or cancel the driver’s licence of a person who is convicted of an offence under subsection 43(6), for a period of not less than (a) 4 months in the case of a first conviction; and (b) 9 months in the case of a subsequent conviction entered within 5 years after the first conviction. 2000 c26 s8 ; 2012 c17 s2 Back to Top Commencement of suspension or cancellation 69. (1) The suspension or cancellation of a driver’s licence under section 64 or 65 has effect from the date of the conviction and the suspension or cancellation of a driver’s licence under section 68 has effect on a date determined by the registrar. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), where a 2nd or subsequent suspension occurs before the initial suspension or cancellation has expired, the second or subsequent suspension shall be in addition to the period of suspension or cancellation imposed initially under section 64, 65 or 68 and shall begin upon expiration of the previous period of suspension or cancellation. 1994 c18 s11 ; 1998 c21 s11 ; 2000 c26 s9 Back to Top Appeal from suspension or cancellation 70. (1) Notwithstanding section 69, where an appeal is registered against conviction, the suspension or cancellation of a driver's licence under section 64, 65 or 68 shall not have effect until the appeal is heard and a judgement rendered on the appeal. (2) Where an appeal referred to in subsection (1) is dismissed, the part of the suspension or cancellation remaining at the time notice of appeal is given shall be served after the decision on the appeal is returned. 1988 c33 s69; 1994 c18 s12 Back to Top Where licence suspended or cancelled 71. (1) Notwithstanding section 67, where a person whose driver’s licence has been suspended or cancelled, during the period of suspension or cancellation (a) obtains a licence as a result of perjury or the making of a false affidavit or statement to the registrar; or (b) is convicted of an offence referred to in section 64, 65 or 68, the further period of suspension or cancellation shall begin after the end of the previous period of suspension or cancellation. (2) Where a licence that has been suspended or cancelled expires before the period of suspension or cancellation expires, the registrar shall not issue a driver's licence to the person whose licence was suspended or cancelled until after the expiration of the period of suspension or cancellation. (3) The registrar may (a) upon the conviction of a non-resident for an offence under this Act or the regulations, or for an offence committed anywhere in Canada under section 220, 221, 236 or 320.13, subsection 320.14(1), (2) or (3), section 320.15, 320.16, 320.18, 335 or another provision of the Criminal Code , except subsection 320.14(4), which involves the use of a motor vehicle or in the commission of which a motor vehicle was used; or (b) upon a suspension or cancellation of the driver’s licence of a non-resident, forward a report of the conviction, suspension or cancellation to the administrator of motor vehicle laws in the jurisdiction where the non-resident lives. (4) Where the registrar receives evidence showing that the privileges of a person to drive a motor vehicle have been suspended or cancelled under a law of a jurisdiction outside the province, the tenor of which the registrar considers to be similar to section 64, 65 or 68, the registrar may, by written order, cancel the driver's licence granted to that person under this Act, and that driver's licence shall remain suspended or cancelled while the same privileges remain suspended or cancelled in that jurisdiction, except in the case of a person issued a driver's licence in the province whose driving privileges were subsequently suspended or cancelled in the province for a period of time which has expired, in which case the registrar may issue a driver's licence despite the fact a jurisdiction outside the province may have imposed a longer period of suspension or cancellation for the same offence which has not yet expired. (5) [Rep. by 2005 c46 s2] (6) [Rep. by 2005 c46 s2] (7) When the registrar has suspended the driver's licence of a person for an offence other than one contrary to the Criminal Code and in the registrar's opinion the person should undergo and pass a road test, before that suspension is lifted, the registrar may, notwithstanding (a) that the person's licence has been suspended; or (b) that the person's licence has been suspended and subsequently lapsed or expired permit the person to undergo a road test and may reinstate the licence of a person referred to in paragraph (b) at the time considered by the registrar to be appropriate as if the person’s licence had not expired. 1988 c33 s70; 1990 c43 s10; 1994 c18 s13 ; 1995 c18 s5 ; 2000 c26 s10 ; 2005 c46 s2 ; 2018 c37 s14 ; 2024 c17 s32 Back to Top Driver to return licence 72. (1) The registrar or peace officer shall notify the holder of a driver's licence when that licence is suspended or cancelled and the holder shall immediately, where ordered to do so by the registrar or peace officer, return the licence to the registrar and the registrar may instruct an inspector or a traffic officer to take possession of the licence and deliver it to the registrar. (2) A traffic officer may take possession of a driver's licence that has been defaced or altered or which the traffic officer has reason to suspect was not issued to the holder or, although issued to the holder, was obtained by false pretences or which is being used contrary to this Act or the regulations and deliver it to the registrar who shall hold it pending further investigation of the use of the licence. 1988 c33 s71; 1994 c18 s14 ; 2024 c17 s33 Back to Top Wrongful procurement of licence 73. (1) A person whose driver's licence has been suspended or cancelled or who, while prohibited from driving a motor vehicle or while disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver's licence, applies for, obtains or has possession of a driver's licence is guilty of an offence. (2) [Rep. by 2012 c17 s3] 2012 c17 s3 ; 2024 c17 s34 Back to Top Mandatory use of ignition interlock device 73.1 (1) Where a person is convicted of an offence under subsection 320.14(1), (2) or (3) or section 320.15 of the Criminal Code and the person’s driver's licence or driving privileges have been suspended or cancelled under section 65, the registrar shall require the use of an ignition interlock device in accordance with the regulations made under section 186 as a condition of reinstatement of the driver's licence or driving privileges for a period of (a) 12 months in the case of a first conviction; (b) 36 months in the case of a second conviction entered within 10 years of the first conviction; and (c) 60 months in the case of a third or subsequent conviction entered within 10 years of the first conviction. (2) The period referred to in subsection (1) shall start on the reinstatement of the driver's licence or driving privileges after the period of suspension or cancellation of the driver’s licence or driving privileges expires. (3) Where the registrar reinstates a driver's licence or driving privileges subject to the condition that an ignition interlock device is used before the period of suspension or cancellation expires, the period under subsection (1) shall start after the period of suspension or cancellation of the driver’s licence or driving privileges would have expired if that person's driver's licence or driving privileges had not been reinstated. 1988 c33 s72; 1990 c43 s11; 2000 c26 s11 2012 c17 s3 ; 2017 c4 s4 ; 2018 c37 s15 ; 2024 c17 s35 Back to Top Record of licences issued 74. (1) The registrar shall keep a record of drivers' licences issued under this Act and the record shall include (a) the name of each person to whom a driver's licence is issued; (b) the number of each driver's licence issued and the name and address of the person in whose name each is issued; and (c) the information that the registrar considers necessary about the holder of each driver's licence. (2) The registrar may exchange on a reciprocal basis with similar officials in other jurisdictions information contained in records kept under this section. 1988 c33 s73 PART IV MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE Back to Top Uninsured vehicle 75. (1) A person shall not operate, or, being the owner, allow another person to operate, a motor vehicle on a highway unless there is in force in respect of the motor vehicle a policy of insurance. (2) The owner of a motor vehicle or, where the owner is not the operator of the motor vehicle, the person operating it, shall, when requested to by a traffic officer, produce proof that a policy of insurance is in force with respect to the motor vehicle. (3) The production of a policy that was in force at the time a request was made under subsection (2) at a police station within 48 hours after the request is made is considered to be sufficient production of proof of a policy. (4) A policy or a certificate evidencing a policy is proof of financial responsibility in the circumstances where that proof is required by a person to whom this section applies. (5) A person who (a) obtains the registration of a motor vehicle when that motor vehicle is not insured by a policy; (b) fails to comply with subsection (1); or (c) fails to produce proof in accordance with subsection (2) that a policy is in force in respect of the person’s motor vehicle, is guilty of an offence. (5.1) Where (a) a second conviction has been entered against a person under paragraph (5)(b) for failure to comply with subsection (1) within 2 years of the first conviction, that person is liable, (i) to a fine set out in the Schedule, (ii) to imprisonment for a term of not more than 30 days, or (iii) to both a fine and imprisonment; and (b) a third or subsequent conviction has been entered against a person under paragraph (5)(b) for failure to comply with subsection (1) within 5 years of the first conviction, that person is liable, (i) to a fine set out in the Schedule, (ii) to imprisonment for a term of not less than 31 days and not more than 6 months, or (iii) to both a fine and imprisonment. (5.2) Where a judge imposes sentences of imprisonment under 2 or more of the following provisions: (a) paragraph (5.1)(a ); (b) paragraph (5.1)(b ); (c) paragraph 43(5.1)(a ); (d) paragraph 43(5.1)(b ); (e) paragraph 43(6.1)(a); or (f) paragraph 43(6.1)(b), the judge may, in the judge’s discretion, direct that the sentences be served consecutively. (6) In addition to the penalties set out in the Schedule for a violation of subsection (5), the court shall (a) report the conviction to the registrar who shall order that the identification plates and motor vehicle licence of the person convicted under that subsection be returned to the registrar; or (b) order the person convicted under that subsection to return the identification plates and motor vehicle licence to the registrar and advise the registrar of the order. (6.1) A court that convicts a person for a violation of paragraph (5)(a) or (b) shall report the conviction to the registrar who shall by order in writing (a) suspend the driver's licence of the owner of the vehicle for a period of 90 days beginning on the date determined by the registrar and set out in the order; and (b) direct the seizure and impoundment of the motor vehicle by a peace office or a traffic officer for a period of 90 days beginning on the day the peace officer or traffic officer takes possession of the vehicle. (6.2) Notwithstanding subsection (6.1), where the person who is convicted of a violation of paragraph (5)(a) or (b) is not the owner of the vehicle and has not been driving the vehicle with the consent of the owner, the registrar shall suspend the driver's licence of the person who was convicted instead of the owner and shall not order the seizure and impoundment of the motor vehicle, but, if the person whose licence is being suspended is the owner of a vehicle, the registrar shall order the seizure and impoundment of that vehicle for a period of 90 days beginning on the date the peace officer or traffic officer takes possession of the vehicle. (6.3) A person whose driver's licence is suspended under paragraph (6.1)(a ) or subsection (6.2) shall immediately return the licence to the registrar. (7) A motor vehicle liability policy referred to in this Part shall be in the form prescribed by the Automobile Insurance Act and approved under that Act by the Superintendent of Insurance for the purpose of this Part. (8) In a prosecution for an offence under this section, the onus is on the person charged with the offence to show that a policy of insurance was in force in respect of the motor vehicle at the time of the offence. 1988 c33 s74; 2004 c27 s21 ; 2006 c54 s2 ; 2012 c17 s4 ; 2017 c28 s4 ; 2019 c20 s4 ; 2024 c17 s36 Back to Top Excluded driver provision 75.1 (1) Notwithstanding there is in force a policy of insurance in respect of a motor vehicle, the vehicle is considered to be an uninsured vehicle for the purpose of this Act while it is being operated by an excluded driver as defined in the Automobile Insurance Act with respect to that policy unless the excluded driver is insured under another policy of insurance in respect of the vehicle being operated. (2) An operator of a motor vehicle who is named as an excluded driver under a policy of insurance under which the vehicle is insured shall, when requested to do so by a traffic officer, produce proof that the operator is a named insured under another policy of insurance with respect to the vehicle being operated. (3) Subsections 75(3) to (6.1) and (8) apply, with the necessary changes, to an excluded driver under this section. 2004 c27 s22 ; 2017 c28 s5 Back to Top Financial responsibility 76. Proof of financial responsibility shall be given by (a) every driver; and (b) in the case of an owner, in respect of each motor vehicle registered in the owner's name, by every owner to whom this Part applies in the sum of the limit set out in subsection 21(1) of the Automobile Insurance Act , exclusive of interest and costs, against liability, because of an accident, resulting from bodily injury to or the death of 1 or more persons and loss of or damage to property, and that amount shall be subject to priorities of the same nature and amounts as those referred to in section 21 of the Automobile Insurance Act . 1988 c33 s75 Back to Top Insuring ambulances, etc. 77. The minister may make regulations respecting (a) the coverage of ambulances, buses, school buses, taxis, motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service and commercial motor vehicles by insurance; (a.1) the coverage by insurance of motor vehicles which are contracted to the Crown or a school board, or an agent of the Crown or a school board, in the province for the transportation of students to and from school and school related activities; (b) the form and kind of an insurance policy respecting a vehicle referred to in paragraphs (a) and (a.1 ); (c) the amount of insurance; (d) other matters or things in connection with that insurance; and (e) the imposition of penalties for a violation of those regulations. 1988 c33 s76; 2006 c23 s6 ; 2023 c24 s7 ; 2023 c18 s41 Back to Top Registrar may waive insurance requirement 78. (1) Where the owner of a motor vehicle is a corporation and being a corporation provides to the registrar a certificate issued by the Superintendent of Insurance showing that (a) the corporation maintains a separate insurance fund for the purpose of satisfying from that fund liabilities it may incur resulting from bodily injury to or the death of a person or damage to property occasioned by or arising out of the ownership, maintenance, operation or use of a motor vehicle by the corporation; and (b) in the opinion of the superintendent, the insurance fund is adequate to satisfy all those liabilities that the corporation is likely to incur, subject, for each motor vehicle registered in the name of the corporation, to the limits as to amount stated in section 21 of the Automobile Insurance Act the registrar may waive the policy of insurance required by section 75. (2) Where a corporation in relation to which the registrar has waived the requirement to maintain the policy of insurance referred to in section 75 ceases to maintain the proof of financial responsibility referred to in this section the registrar shall immediately cancel the waiver. 1988 c33 s77 Back to Top Garage, etc. policy 79. (1) Where a person is insured under a policy of the type commonly known as "a garage and sales agency policy", by which that person is insured against liability to no lesser limit and matters than provided for in section 21 of the Automobile Insurance Act the insurer that issues the policy shall, (a) at the time of the issue of the policy, issue and deliver to the named insured a financial responsibility card; and (b) on request by the named insured, issue and deliver to the named insured; an additional card, being a copy of the card delivered to the insured, for a person who is authorized to drive the motor vehicle owned by the insured or in the insured’s charge. (2) A card issued under subsection (1) shall be in a form prescribed or approved by the minister and shall set out (a) the name and address of the insurer; (b) the name of the insured; (c) the policy number; (d) the date upon which the insurance expires; and (e) the other particulars required by the minister, and shall be signed by the person for whose use the card or additional card is issued and shall bear the number of the driver's licence held by the person at the date on which the card is issued. 1988 c33 s78; 2009 c9 s20 ; 2024 c17 s38 Back to Top Offence 80. A person who (a) produces to a traffic officer (i) a financial responsibility card or a motor vehicle liability insurance card purporting to show that there is in force a policy of insurance that is, in fact, not in force, (ii) a financial responsibility card or a motor vehicle liability insurance card purporting to show that that person is at that time maintaining in effect proof of financial responsibility as required by this Act when that is not the case, or (iii) a financial responsibility card or a motor vehicle liability insurance card purporting to show that the person named in the card as the insured is at the time of an accident in which a motor vehicle is directly or indirectly involved insured in respect of loss resulting from that accident and occasioned by the operation or use of that motor vehicle when that is not the case; or (b) gives or loans to a person not entitled to have it a card issued under subsection 79(1) is guilty of an offence. 1988 c33 s79 Back to Top Registrar shall suspend licence 81. (1) Where (a) a judgment for damages arising out of a motor vehicle accident is rendered against a person by a court in the province or by a court in a jurisdiction outside the province; (b) damages have been assessed against the person; and (c) that person fails, within 15 days from the date upon which the judgment became final, to satisfy the judgment, the registrar, upon receiving a certificate of that final judgment from the court in which it is rendered, shall suspend the driver's licence and vehicle licence of that person. (2) Where a driver's licence or vehicle licence is suspended under subsection (1), the licence shall remain suspended and shall not afterward be renewed, nor shall a driver's licence or vehicle licence be afterward issued to that person, until the judgment referred to in subsection (1) is satisfied or discharged to the extent to which financial responsibility is required to be given under section 76, and until that person gives proof of the person’s financial responsibility. (3) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council, upon the report of the minister that a jurisdiction outside the province has enacted legislation similar in effect to subsections (1) and (2) and that the legislation extends and applies to judgments rendered and become final against residents of that jurisdiction by a court in the province, may by order declare that subsections (1) and (2) shall extend and apply to judgments rendered and become final against residents of the province by a court in that jurisdiction. (4) Where a person to whom this section applies is not a resident of the province, the privilege of operating a motor vehicle in the province and the privilege of operation in the province of a motor vehicle registered in that person's name are suspended and withdrawn immediately by the judgment until that person has complied with this section. 1988 c33 s80; 1989 c12 s14; 2009 c9 s21 ; 2016 c40 s2 ; 2024 c17 s38 Back to Top Application to judge by judgment creditor 82. (1) A judgment debtor to whom this Part applies may on notice to the judgment creditor apply to the court in which the trial judgment was obtained for the privilege of paying the judgment in instalments, and the court may in its discretion so order, fixing the amounts and times of payment of the instalments. (2) While the judgment debtor is not in default in payment of an instalment the judgment debtor shall be considered not in default for the purposes of this Part in payment of the judgment. (3) Notwithstanding subsection 81(1), where a person is considered to be not in default under subsection (2) and upon providing proof of financial responsibility for future accidents under this Part, the registrar may restore the driver's licence and vehicle licence of the judgment debtor, but the driver's licence and vehicle licence shall again be suspended and remain suspended as provided in section 81 where the registrar is satisfied of default made by the judgment debtor in compliance with the terms of the court order. 1988 c33 s81; 2024 c17 s39 Back to Top Registrar may suspend licence 83. (1) Where bodily injury to, or the death of, a person or damage to property in an amount apparently exceeding $500, results from an accident in which a motor vehicle is directly or indirectly involved, where the motor vehicle is or is required to be registered under this Act, the registrar, where satisfied that at the time of the accident a financial responsibility card or a motor vehicle liability insurance policy was not in force in respect of the motor vehicle, may suspend the driver's licence of the operator of the vehicle and the vehicle licence. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (3), where a person whose driver's licence or vehicle licence is subject to suspension under subsection (1) satisfies the registrar that at the time of the accident the motor vehicle was a stolen vehicle the registrar shall not suspend the driver's licence or vehicle licence or shall reinstate it. (3) A driver's licence or vehicle licence suspended under subsection (1) shall remain suspended and no new driver's licence or vehicle licence in respect of the driver or motor vehicle whose licence was suspended shall be issued after the suspension unless there is proof to the registrar of financial responsibility in relation to the driver or motor vehicle to at least the limit set out in subsection 21(1) of the Automobile Insurance Act . 1988 c33 s82 Back to Top Operating record 84. (1) The registrar may upon written request provide to an insurer, surety or other person a certified abstract of the operating record of a person subject to this Part. (2) An abstract provided under this section shall fully designate the motor vehicles registered in the name of a person subject to this Part, and the record of a conviction of that person for a violation of the Criminal Code or a statute relating to the operation of motor vehicles or a judgment against that person for an injury or damage caused by that person, according to the records of the registrar, and where there is no record of a conviction or judgment in the office of the registrar, the registrar shall so certify, and the registrar shall collect for each certificate a fee prescribed by the minister. (3) The registrar shall upon written request provide a person who may have been injured in person or property by a motor vehicle with all information of record in the registrar's office pertaining to the proof of financial responsibility of an owner or driver of a motor vehicle provided under this Part. 1988 c33 s83; 1998 c21 s12 Back to Top Appeal 84.1 (1) A person aggrieved by a decision of the registrar to suspend, cancel or refuse (a) a permit or licence; (b) the registration of a motor vehicle; or (c) an application for a permit or licence, other than a suspension or cancellation made under sections 65, 67 and 68 or as a result of an accumulation of demerit points, may, within 30 days of receipt of the decision, appeal the decision to a judge of the Supreme Court by filing with the court a notice of appeal and by serving a copy of the notice upon the registrar. (2) The practice and procedure under the Judicature Act and the Rules of Court relating to appeals shall apply to proceedings under this section. (3) At the hearing of the appeal, the judge may (a) dismiss the appeal; (b) order the registrar to restore a licence or registration cancelled or suspended by the registrar under this Act; or (c) order the registrar to issue a licence or permit that the registrar has refused to issue. (4) The filing of an appeal under this section does not affect the decision appealed from and the decision remains in force pending the outcome of the appeal. (5) This section shall not apply to a novice driver. 2005 c46 s3 ; 2013 c16 s25 ; 2024 c17 s40 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 85. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 86. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 87. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 88. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 89. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 90. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 91. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 92. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 Back to Top Rep. by 2005 c46 s4 93. [Rep. by 2005 c46 s4] 2005 c46 s4 PART V RULES OF THE ROAD Back to Top Application of Part 94. Unless the context otherwise provides (a) the provisions of this Part relating to the operation of vehicles refer only to the operation of vehicles upon a highway; (b) this Part does not apply to persons, vehicles and other equipment while actually engaged in highway construction or maintenance work upon, under or over the surface of a highway while at the site of the work when it is reasonably necessary for the purposes of the construction or work that this Part be not complied with or be contravened; and (c) a person riding an animal or driving an animal-drawn vehicle upon a highway has all the rights and is subject to all the duties that a driver of a vehicle has under this Part. 1988 c33 s93 Back to Top Vehicle to drive to right 95. (1) The driver of a vehicle shall drive the vehicle to the right side of the roadway. (2) The driver of a vehicle upon a roadway that has a width for only 1 line of traffic in each direction shall, when meeting another vehicle that is moving, give to the other vehicle at least 1/2 of the roadway as nearly as possible. 1988 c33 s94 Back to Top Overtaking another vehicle 96. (1) The driver of a vehicle which is overtaking another vehicle (a) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s22] (b) shall not pass the other vehicle without 1st signalling an intention to do so in the manner prescribed by sections 113 and 114; (c) shall pass to the left side of the other vehicle at a safe distance; (c.1) shall, where the vehicle which is being overtaken is a bicycle, pass the bicycle at a distance of at least (i) one metre from the bicycle where the speed limit is 60 kilometres an hour or less, or (ii) one and a half metres from the bicycle where the speed limit is greater than 60 kilometres an hour; and (d) shall not return to the right side of the roadway until safely clear of the other vehicle and after having in the manner prescribed by subsection 117(3) signalled an intention to do so. (2) Except when overtaking and passing on the right is permitted, the driver of a vehicle which is being overtaken by another vehicle (a) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s22] (b) shall not increase the speed of the vehicle until completely passed by the other vehicle. 1988 c33 s95; 2009 c9 s22 ; 2018 c37 s16 ; 2024 c17 s41 Back to Top Conditions for passing on right 97. (1) The driver of a vehicle shall not overtake and pass upon the right of another vehicle except (a) when the other vehicle is making a left turn or its driver has signalled the intention to make a left turn; (b) when on a laned roadway there are 1 or more unobstructed lanes available to traffic moving in the direction of travel of the vehicle; or (c) upon a one-way roadway where the roadway is of sufficient width for 2 or more lines of moving vehicles and is free from obstructions. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), the driver of a vehicle shall not overtake and pass another vehicle upon the right (a) when the movement cannot be made safely; or (b) by driving off the roadway. 1988 c33 s96; 2024 c17 s42 Back to Top Passing vehicle of unusual dimensions 98. The driver of a vehicle which meets or is being overtaken by another vehicle and which, because of the weight of the load or the width of either of them, finds it impracticable to draw to the right shall immediately stop and, where necessary for the safety of the other vehicle and where requested so to do by the driver, that driver shall help the driver of the other vehicle to pass without damage. 1988 c33 s97 Back to Top Restriction on passing on left 99. (1) A driver shall not drive a vehicle to or upon the left side of the centre line of a roadway in overtaking and passing another vehicle unless the left side is clearly visible and is free of oncoming and overtaking traffic for a sufficient distance to permit overtaking and passing to be completely made without interfering with the safe operation of another vehicle. (2) The driver of a vehicle shall not overtake and pass other traffic when approaching the crest of a grade or upon a level railway crossing, curve or bridge or where highways intersect or fork, unless a traffic control device or a symbol otherwise directs or permits. (3) The driver of a vehicle shall not overtake and pass other traffic in circumstances where the driver cannot see sufficiently far ahead to overtake and pass with safety. 1988 c33 s98 Back to Top Driving to left of center line 100. (1) A driver shall not drive a vehicle to the left of the centre line of the roadway except (a) when overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction; (b) when the roadway to the right of the centre line is obstructed by a parked vehicle or other object; (c) when the roadway to the right of the centre line is closed to traffic; or (d) upon a one-way roadway. (2) The driver of a vehicle that is proceeding at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place and under the conditions then existing shall drive in the right-hand lane then available for traffic or as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway, except when overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or when preparing for a left-hand turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway. (3) [Rep. by 2014 c24 s1] 1988 c33 s99; 2014 c24 s1 Back to Top Roundabouts 100.1 (1) The driver of a vehicle entering a roadway in or around a roundabout shall yield the right-of-way to traffic in the roadway. (2) A driver of a vehicle in a roadway in or around a roundabout shall drive to the right of the centre of the roundabout except where a traffic control device giving other directions is displayed. (3) A driver of a vehicle in a roadway in or around a roundabout shall yield the right-of-way to traffic travelling in or around the roundabout to the left of the driver's vehicle except where a traffic control device giving other directions is displayed. (4) In this section, "roundabout" includes a rotary traffic island and a traffic circle. 2014 c24 s2 Back to Top Driving on a laned roadway 101. The driver of a vehicle on a laned roadway (a) may drive from one lane to another where 1 or more broken lines only exist between lanes; (b) except as provided in paragraphs (c) and (d), shall not drive from one lane to another where that action necessitates the crossing of a solid line; (c) when a solid line and a broken line exist together may, with caution, cross the solid line from the lane in which the broken line is located and re- cross; (d) may, with caution, cross a solid line when necessary to turn left into a private road or driveway or when necessary on entering the roadway from a private road or driveway; (e) shall not drive from one lane to another without 1st signalling an intention to do so in the manner prescribed by subsection 117(3); (f) when approaching an intersection and intending to turn left or when intending to turn left into a private road or drive way shall travel in the left-hand lane available to traffic moving in the direction of the travel of the vehicle; (g) when approaching an intersection intending to turn right shall travel in the lane nearest to the right-hand side of the roadway and may pass another vehicle travelling in the same direction in a lane to the driver's left; (h) shall not use the centre lane of a three-lane roadway except when passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or when approaching an intersection where the driver intends to turn to the left or when that lane is designated for traffic moving in the direction of travel of the vehicle; (i) except as provided in section 97, when overtaking another vehicle that is travelling in the same direction in a place where there are 2 or more lanes available to traffic moving in that direction shall in passing keep to the left of the other vehicle and to the right of the centre line; (j) where a traffic-control device directs slow-moving traffic to use a designated lane when driving slowly, shall use that lane only; or (k) when being overtaken by another vehicle travelling in the same direction shall allow that vehicle to pass and shall travel in the lane nearest to the right-hand side of the roadway or in a manner that allows the overtaking vehicle free passage to the left in a lane available to traffic moving in the direction of the travel of the vehicle. 1988 c33 s100 Back to Top "No passing" zones 102. Where all or a part of a highway has been marked by a sign as a zone in which passing is prohibited or a zone limited to driving on the right-hand side of the roadway, a driver shall obey the instructions on the sign. 1988 c33 s101 Back to Top Restriction on vehicle following another 103. (1) The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having regard for the speed of the vehicles and the amount and nature of traffic upon and the condition of the roadway. (2) The driver of a commercial motor vehicle or a motor vehicle that is drawing another vehicle when upon a roadway outside an urban district and when following a commercial motor vehicle or motor vehicle drawing another vehicle, unless the driver intends to overtake and pass the vehicle ahead, shall, where conditions permit, have not less than 150 metres between the driver’s vehicle and the vehicle ahead. (3) The driver of a motor vehicle in a caravan or motorcade, other than a funeral procession, outside an urban district shall leave sufficient space between the driver’s vehicle and another vehicle or combination of vehicles to enable a vehicle to enter and occupy that space without danger. 1988 c33 s102; 2024 c17 s43 Back to Top Divided roadways 104. Where a highway has been divided into 2 roadways by an intervening space or a physical barrier or clearly indicated dividing section constructed so that it impedes vehicular traffic, a driver shall not drive a vehicle over, across or within the intervening space, barrier or dividing section, except at a crossover or intersection established by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or a traffic authority. 1988 c33 s103; 1998 c21 s14 ; 2024 c17 s44 Back to Top Entering controlled-access highway 105. (1) Where on a controlled-access highway there is a sign indicating a location at which vehicles are permitted to enter, a driver shall not drive a vehicle onto the highway except at that location. (2) Where on a controlled-access highway there is a sign indicating a location at which vehicles are permitted to leave, a driver shall not drive a vehicle from the highway except at that location. 1988 c33 s104 Back to Top Traffic control devices 106. (1) Except when a traffic officer directs otherwise, drivers and pedestrians shall obey the instructions of a traffic-control signal or traffic-control device prescribed by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure in accordance with this Part.

(2) Where a green light alone is shown at an intersection by a traffic-control signal, the driver of a vehicle approaching the intersection and facing the light or signal (a) may proceed across the intersection or turn left or right, subject to a traffic-control device prohibiting a left or right turn or both; and (b) shall yield the right-of-way, if turning left or right, to other traffic lawfully within the intersection or within an adjacent crosswalk at the time the light or signal is shown. (3) Where a green light alone is shown at an intersection by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the light or signal may proceed across the roadway, subject to a pedestrian-control signal directing the pedestrian otherwise, and while so proceeding across the roadway has a right-of-way over all vehicles. (4) Where a green light alone is shown at a place other than an intersection by a traffic-control signal, the driver of a vehicle approaching the light or signal (a) may proceed to pass the light or signal; and (b) shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian still in the roadway or on a crosswalk in the vicinity of the light or signal when it is shown after the pedestrian entered the roadway or crosswalk. (5) Where a green light alone is shown at a place other than an intersection by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the light or signal may proceed across the roadway, subject to a pedestrian-control signal directing the pedestrian otherwise, and while so proceeding across the roadway has a right-of-way over all vehicles. (6) Where a yellow or amber light alone is shown at an intersection by a traffic-control signal following a green light (a) the driver of a vehicle approaching the intersection and facing the yellow or amber light shall stop the vehicle at a clearly marked stop line or, if none, then immediately before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, where there is no crosswalk, then immediately before entering the intersection, unless a stop cannot be made in safety; and (b) notwithstanding paragraph (a), the driver of a vehicle approaching the intersection and facing the yellow or amber light and intending to turn right at the intersection may, unless a traffic-control device prohibits a right turn to be made on a yellow or amber light, with caution, proceed and turn right at the intersection, but only after yielding the right-of-way to a pedestrian referred to in paragraph (7)(b) and to a vehicle proceeding in the intersection. (7) Where a yellow or amber light alone is shown at an intersection by a traffic-control signal following a green light (a) a pedestrian facing the yellow or amber light shall not begin to cross the roadway until a pedestrian-control signal or other traffic-control signal permitting the pedestrian to enter the roadway is shown; and (b) a pedestrian on the roadway or on a crosswalk in the vicinity of the yellow or amber light when the light is shown after the pedestrian entered the roadway or crosswalk shall proceed across the roadway and has a right-of-way for that purpose over all vehicles. (8) Where a yellow or amber light is shown at a place other than an intersection by a traffic-control signal following a green light, the driver of a vehicle approaching the light shall stop the vehicle at a clearly marked stop line or, if none, then immediately before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the light or, if there is no crosswalk, then immediately before reaching the light unless a stop cannot be made in safety. (9) Where a yellow or amber light is shown at a place other than an intersection by a traffic-control signal following a green light (a) a pedestrian facing the light shall not begin to cross the roadway until a pedestrian-control signal or other traffic-control signal permitting the pedestrian to enter the roadway is shown; and (b) a pedestrian still in the roadway or on a crosswalk in the vicinity of the light when the light is shown after the pedestrian entered the roadway shall proceed across the roadway and has a right-of-way for that purpose over all vehicles. (10) Where a red light alone is shown at an intersection by a traffic-control signal, the driver of a vehicle approaching the signal shall stop the vehicle at a clearly marked stop line, or, if none, then immediately before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, if none, then immediately before entering the intersection, and shall not proceed until a traffic-control signal permitting the movement of the vehicle in the intersection is shown, but the driver may, after bringing the vehicle to a full stop, and yielding the right-of-way to a pedestrian and other vehicles lawfully within the intersection (a) turn to the right; or (b) turn to the left from a one-way street into a one-way street provided that those turns are not prohibited by a traffic-control device. (11) Where a red light alone is shown at an intersection by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the signal shall not begin to cross the roadway until a traffic-control signal permitting the pedestrian to enter the road way is shown. (12) Where a red light alone is shown at a place other than an intersection by a traffic-control signal, the driver of a vehicle approaching the light shall stop the vehicle at a clearly marked stop line or, if none, then immediately before entering the cross-walk on the near side of the light or, if there is no crosswalk, then immediately before reaching the light and shall not proceed until a traffic-control signal permitting the driver to pass the light or signal is shown. (13) Where a red light alone is shown at a place other than an intersection by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the light shall not begin to cross the roadway until a pedestrian-control signal or other traffic-control signal permitting the pedestrian to enter the roadway is shown. (14) Where a solid green arrow or a flashing green arrow is shown alone or in conjunction with a red light at an intersection by a traffic-control signal, the driver of a vehicle approaching the intersection and facing the arrow (a) may enter the intersection only to make the movement indicated by the arrow; and (b) shall yield the right-of-way to other traffic lawfully within the intersection and to pedestrians lawfully in an adjacent crosswalk. (15) Where a solid green arrow or a flashing green arrow is shown alone or in conjunction with a red light at an intersection by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the arrow shall not begin to cross the roadway until a traffic-control signal permitting the pedestrian to enter the roadway is shown. (16) Where a flashing red light is shown by a traffic-control signal the driver of a vehicle approaching the light (a) shall stop the vehicle at a clearly marked stop line or, if none, then immediately before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the light or, if none, then immediately before entering the intersection; and (b) having stopped, shall yield the right-of-way to all traffic lawfully in the roadway or in a crosswalk in the vicinity of the light, and proceed with caution. (17) Where a flashing red light is shown by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the light may proceed across the roadway within the crosswalk. (18) Where a yellow or amber flashing light is shown by a traffic-control signal the driver of a vehicle approaching the light (a) may proceed past the light only with caution; and (b) shall yield the right-of-way to traffic lawfully in the roadway or in a crosswalk in the vicinity of the light. (19) Where a yellow or amber flashing light is shown by a traffic-control signal, a pedestrian facing the light may proceed across the roadway with caution. (20) Where the word " WALK " or a symbol for " WALK " is shown by a pedestrian-control signal, a pedestrian facing the signal may proceed across the roadway in the direction of the signal and while so proceeding across the roadway has a right-of-way over all vehicles. (21) Where the word "WAIT" or "STOP" or the words " DON 'T WALK " or a symbol for " WALK " or "STOP" or " DON 'T WALK " is shown by a pedestrian-control signal (a) a pedestrian facing the signal shall not begin to cross the roadway until the word " WALK " or a symbol for " WALK " is shown by a pedestrian-control signal; and (b) a pedestrian proceeding across the roadway when the word "WAIT" or "STOP" or the words " DON 'T WALK " or a symbol for " WALK " or "STOP" or " DON 'T WALK " is shown after the pedestrian entered the roadway shall proceed across the roadway and has a right-of-way for that purpose over all vehicles. (22) Where traffic is being controlled at an intersection or a crosswalk or elsewhere by a person holding a flag or sign containing the word "STOP" or a symbol for "STOP", the driver of a vehicle approaching the flag or sign shall stop the vehicle immediately before entering the intersection or crosswalk in the vicinity of the flag or sign and shall not proceed until the person holding the flag or sign directs the driver to proceed. (23) Where traffic is being controlled at an intersection or a crosswalk or elsewhere by a person holding a flag or sign containing the word "STOP" or a symbol for "STOP", a pedestrian if intending to cross the roadway may enter the intersection or crosswalk in the vicinity of the person holding the flag or sign and proceed across the roadway and has a right-of-way for that purpose over all vehicles in the intersection. (24) Where a sign which has the word "STOP" or a symbol for "STOP" inscribed on it is erected at or near the intersection of 2 highways and facing the stream of traffic on 1 highway, the driver of a vehicle on the highway shall stop the vehicle before entering but as near as practicable to the driving surface of the other highway and shall then proceed with special care and give way to traffic on the other highway, but where there is a crosswalk at or in the vicinity of the sign the driver of the vehicle shall stop the vehicle before entering the crosswalk and may then proceed with caution, giving way to pedestrians in the crosswalk. (25) Where a sign which has the words "TURN RIGHT" or "RIGHT TURN ONLY" or a symbol for "TURN RIGHT" or "RIGHT TURN ONLY" inscribed on it is erected at or near the intersection of 2 highways and facing the stream of traffic on 1 highway, the driver of a vehicle on that highway shall stop the vehicle before entering but as near as practicable to the driving surface of the intersection and shall then proceed with special care and make a right turn only in accordance with the sign and give way to traffic on the other highway. (26) Where a sign which has the words "TURN LEFT" or "LEFT TURN ONLY" or a symbol for "TURN LEFT" or "LEFT TURN ONLY" inscribed on it is erected at or near the intersection of 2 highways and facing the stream of traffic on 1 highway, the driver of a vehicle on that highway shall stop the vehicle before entering but as near as practicable to the driving surface of the intersection and shall then proceed with special care and make a left turn only in accordance with the sign and give way to traffic on the other highway. (27) Where a sign which has the words "NO PARKING " or a symbol for "NO PARKING" inscribed on it is erected on a highway and the part of the highway to which the sign is applicable is clearly indicated by painted red or white lines or words or markers on the highway or by additional words inscribed on the signs describing the area to which the prohibition of the sign is applicable by name or other description or by reference to another sign erected on or near the same highway, the driver of a vehicle shall not park the vehicle in the area to which the sign applies, or between the hours or during the time specified on the sign. (28) The prohibition in subsection (27) does not apply, unless stated on the sign, to the stopping of a vehicle for the immediate taking up or discharging of passengers or for the time that may be actually necessary for the loading or unloading of goods. (29) Where a sign which has the words "NO PARKING EXCEPT UNDER PERMIT" or a symbol for "NO PARKING EXCEPT UNDER PERMIT" inscribed on it is erected on a highway and the part of the highway to which the sign is applicable is indicated by painted red or white lines or words or markers on the highway or by additional words or symbols inscribed on the sign describing the area to which the prohibition of the sign is applicable by name or other description or by reference to another sign erected on or near the same highway, a person other than the person to whom the permit was issued shall not park a vehicle in the area to which the sign applies. (30) Signs to indicate places where buses or school buses may stop but only for the purpose of taking up or letting down passengers and where no other vehicles may stop or park shall have inscribed on them the words "BUS STOP" or "SCHOOL BUS STOP", a symbol for "BUS STOP" or "SCHOOL BUS STOP" and may have inscribed on them additional words, figures, letters or symbols (a) prescribing the part of the highway to which the sign applies, by reference to another sign erected on or near the same highway or by description of the part of the highway or otherwise; (b) prescribing the distance from the sign, measured in a direction indicated on the sign, within which parking or stopping is prohibited; (c) prescribing the period within which or the hours or days during which the sign applies; (d) prohibiting stopping or parking on the part of the highway to which the sign applies; (e) indicating the ownership of buses or school buses for whose use that part of the highway is reserved; or (f) conveying information respecting the service provided by buses or school buses for whose use that part of the highway is reserved, and on a highway or a section of a highway on which signs have been erected under this subsection a bus or school bus shall not stop to take up or let down passengers except at a place indicated by a sign erected under this section and no other vehicle shall stop or park at a bus stop. (31) Signs to indicate the highway or part of a highway where the driving of a vehicle in excess of a certain maximum speed is prohibited may be erected in accordance with subsection (32). (32) The highway or part of a highway where a special maximum speed limit applies shall be indicated by the erection of a sign at each end of the highway or part of the highway to which the maximum speed limit applies and facing the stream of traffic entering the highway or part highway, the signs having inscribed on them the words "SPEED LIMIT", "MAXIMUM" or "MAXIMUM SPEED" or a symbol for "SPEED LIMIT"' "MAXIMUM" or "MAXIMUM SPEED" and the maximum speed limit. (33) Each sign in the form prescribed by subsection (32) may be varied by the insertion on the sign of those figures that may be prescribed by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or traffic authority for the place where the sign is erected. (34) Signs conveying the order not to enter a highway at a particular point of intersection with another highway may be erected in those places that the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or a traffic authority appoints, the signs having inscribed on them the words "NO ENTRY" or " DO NOT ENTER" or a symbol for "NO ENTRY" or "DO NOT ENTER". (35) Signs to close a highway or part of a highway to traffic may be erected in accordance with subsection (34) to indicate the highway or part upon which the driving of vehicles is prohibited. (36) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (34) shall have inscribed on it words or symbols to indicate the period for which the highway or part is closed or that it is closed until further notice. (37) The highway or part of the highway to which a sign erected in accordance with subsection (34) applies shall be indicated by the erection of a sign at each end of the highway or part of the highway which is closed and at all major points of intersection with the highway. (38) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (34) shall be taken as prohibiting a person from driving a vehicle upon a highway or part of a highway to which the sign refers. (39) Signs conveying the order not to proceed, or permission to proceed, from 1 highway into another by means of making a turn to the left or right may be erected on a highway, and the signs shall have inscribed on them the words or symbols for the words NO LEFT TURN; NO RIGHT TURN; NO TURNS which shall mean no turn either way; or NO RIGHT TURN ON YELLOW OR AMBER OR RED LIGHT. (40) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (39) shall be taken as prohibiting a person from driving a vehicle from 1 highway to another highway in contravention of the direction of the sign. (41) Signs conveying the order to proceed in 1 direction only on a highway may be erected on the highway and the signs shall have inscribed on them the words " ONE WAY" or a symbol for " ONE WAY" and an arrow. (42) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (41) shall be taken as prohibiting a person from driving a vehicle upon the highway or part of the highway to which the sign refers in a direction other than the direction in which the arrow points. (43) Signs to limit the maximum gross mass of commercial motor vehicles on a highway or part of the highway may be erected and the signs shall have inscribed on them the words "HALF LOAD LIMIT" or a symbol for "HALF LOAD LIMIT". (44) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (43) shall be taken as prohibiting a person from driving upon the highway or part of the highway to which the sign refers, a commercial motor vehicle if that vehicle is loaded in excess of the sum of the curb mass of the vehicle plus 1/2 of the difference between the curb mass and the maximum gross mass for which the vehicle is registered. (45) The highway or part of the highway to which a sign erected in accordance with subsection (43) refers shall be indicated by the erection of a sign at each end of the highway or part of the highway and at all major points of intersection with the highway or part of the highway to which the signs refers . (46) Signs to indicate places where commercial motor vehicles may be parked on a highway shall be considered to prohibit a vehicle other than a commercial motor vehicle from stopping or standing (a) nearer to the sign than the distance; or (b) within the area inscribed or referred to on the sign by name or other description or by reference to another sign erected on or near the same highway. (47) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (46) shall have inscribed on it the words "RESTRICTED PARKING - COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES ONLY" or a symbol for "RESTRICTED PARKING - COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ONLY" and shall indicate in accordance with subsection (46) the distance from the sign or area within which vehicles other than commercial motor vehicles are prohibited from stopping or standing. (48) Signs to restrict the use of a highway or a part of a highway shall be considered to prohibit a vehicle other than the class of vehicles specified on the sign from being driven over the highway or a part of it. (49) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (46) shall have inscribed on it the words "CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC EXCEPT" or a symbol for "CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC EXCEPT" and further words or symbols to indicate the class of vehicles to which the prohibition does not apply. (50) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (48) shall be taken as prohibiting a person from driving a vehicle upon a highway or part of highway to which the sign refers. (51) Signs to restrict the use of a highway or a part of a highway to vehicles other than vehicles of a maximum gross mass in excess of that inscribed on the signs may have inscribed on them other letters, figures, words and signs and different letters, figures, words and signs may be used on different signs in different circumstances. (52) Each sign erected in accordance with subsection (51) shall be taken as prohibiting a person from driving upon the highway or the part of the highway to which the sign refers a vehicle of a maximum gross mass in excess of that inscribed on the sign. (53) The highway or part of the highway to which a sign erected in accordance with subsection (51) refers shall be indicated by the erection of a sign at each end of the highway or part of the highway and at all major points of intersection with the highway or part of the highway. 1990 c43 s12; 1992 c39 s6 ; 1998 c21 s15 ; 2024 c17 s45 Back to Top Erection of other devices prohibited 107. A person shall not erect or maintain upon or in view of a highway a device that purports to be, resembles or interferes with the effectiveness of a traffic-control device unless that person is authorized to do so by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or a traffic authority. 1988 c33 s106; 1998 c21 s16 ; 2024 c17 s46 Back to Top No advertising on device 108. A person shall not place or maintain commercial advertising upon a traffic-control device as prescribed by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. 1988 c33 s107; 1998 c21 s17 ; 2024 c17 s47 Back to Top Alteration etc. of device 109. Except with lawful authority, a person shall not alter, injure or remove or attempt to alter, injure or remove a traffic-control device or a part of a traffic-control device. 1988 c33 s108 Back to Top Imprudent driving 110. (1) Notwithstanding subsection (2), a person shall not drive a vehicle on a highway or in another place (a) at a speed which is greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions and having regard to actual and potential hazards existing on the highway or other place; (b) without due care and attention; (c) without reasonable consideration for other persons; or (d) where that person suffers from a disease or physical or mental disability which might cause driving a vehicle to be a source of danger to other persons. (2) Except where a higher or lower speed limit is prescribed by this Act or the regulations or by a traffic sign prescribed by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or by regulations made by a council, a driver shall not drive a vehicle at a speed greater than (a) 100 kilometres an hour on paved portions of the Trans-Canada Highway ; (b) 80 kilometres an hour on paved highways other than the Trans-Canada Highway ; (c) 60 kilometres an hour on gravel highways; or (d) 50 kilometres an hour (i) through settlements, (ii) [Rep. by 2013 c15 s2] (iii) when passing a church, theatre or other place of public assembly or its grounds while people are entering or leaving it. (3) A person commits an offence who, contrary to subsection (2), (a) exceeds the speed limit by between 1 and 10 kilometres an hour; (b) exceeds the speed limit by between 11 and 20 kilometres an hour; (c) exceeds the speed limit by between 21 and 30 kilometres an hour; (d) exceeds the speed limit by between 31 and 50 kilometres an hour; or (e) exceeds the speed limit by 51 kilometres an hour and over. (4) Where a person who has been convicted of an offence under subsection (3) is convicted within a period of 2 years of another offence under subsection (3), the new offence shall be considered a second or subsequent offence for the purpose of the imposition of a penalty. (5) [Rep. by 2013 c15 s2] 1988 c33 s109; 1998 c21 s18 ; 2010 c22 s5 ; 2013 c15 s2 ; 2017 c28 s6 ; 2024 c17 s48 Back to Top Driving causing death or bodily harm 110.01 A person who drives a vehicle on a highway or in another place without due care and attention or without reasonable consideration for other persons contrary to paragraph 110(1)(b) or (c) and thereby causes death or bodily harm to any other person is guilty of an offence and is liable to one or more of the following penalties: (a) a fine set out in the Schedule; (b) imprisonment for a term of not more than 2 years; or (c) a suspension of the person’s driver's licence for a maximum of 5 years. 2017 c28 s7 ; 2024 c17 s49 Back to Top Speed limit in a construction zone 110.1 (1) Except where a lower maximum speed limit is prescribed by this Act, a person shall not drive a vehicle at a greater speed than 60 kilometres an hour in a construction zone. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), where traffic control devices that are placed on a highway at either end of a construction zone, and facing oncoming traffic, indicates the maximum permissible speed in the construction zone, a person shall not drive a vehicle in the construction zone at a rate of speed greater than the maximum permissible speed indicated by the traffic control devices. (3) In this section, "construction zone" means a portion or length of highway (a) that is under construction, or where reconstruction, widening, marking, repairs or other work is being done, including installation of, and repairs and modifications to, equipment or facilities on or under the highway; and (b) that is identified as a construction zone by traffic control devices that are placed (i) at the beginning and end of the zone, and (ii) facing oncoming traffic. (4) A person commits an offence who, contrary to subsection (1) or (2), (a) exceeds the speed limit by between 1 and 10 kilometres an hour; (b) exceeds the speed limit by between 11 and 20 kilometres an hour; (c) exceeds the speed limit by between 21 and 30 kilometres an hour; (d) exceeds the speed limit by between 31 and 50 kilometres an hour; or (e) exceeds the speed limit by 51 kilometres an hour and over. (5) Where a person who has been convicted of an offence under subsection (4) is convicted within a period of 2 years of another offence under subsection (4), the new offence shall be considered a second or subsequent offence for the purpose of the imposition of a penalty. 2008 c57 s5 ; 2017 c28 s8 Back to Top School zone 110.2 (1) Except where a lower maximum speed limit is prescribed by this Act, a person shall not drive a vehicle at a speed greater than 50 kilometres an hour in a school zone. (2) In this section, "school zone" means the portion or length of highway between the two posted signs indicating a school zone. (3) Subsection (1) only applies between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on days when school is regularly held. (4) A person commits an offence who, contrary to subsection (1), (a) exceeds the speed limit by between 1 and 10 kilometres an hour; (b) exceeds the speed limit by between 11 and 20 kilometres an hour; (c) exceeds the speed limit by between 21 and 30 kilometres an hour; (d) exceeds the speed limit by between 31 and 50 kilometres an hour; or (e) exceeds the speed limit by 51 kilometres an hour and over. (5) Where a person who has been convicted of an offence under subsection (4) is convicted within a period of 2 years of another offence under subsection (4), the new offence shall be considered a second offence or subsequent offence for the purpose of the imposition of a penalty. 2013 c15 s3 ; 2017 c28 s9 Back to Top Suspension for speeding 51 km/hr and over 110.3 (1) Where a peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a person has committed an offence under paragraph 110(3)(e), 110.1(4)(e) or 110.2(4)(e), the peace officer shall give the person a notice of suspension. (2) Upon the notice of suspension being given under subsection (1), the person's driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the second day after the notice of suspension is given. 2017 c28 s10 Back to Top Slow driving 111. (1) A driver shall not drive a vehicle at such a slow rate of speed as to impede or block the normal and reasonable movement of traffic then existing on a highway, except where it is necessary to do so for safe operation or to comply with this Part. (2) A traffic officer may order a driver referred to in subsection (1) to increase the driver’s rate of speed, pull into the curb to allow other vehicles to pass or remove the vehicle from the highway. (3) A person who fails to comply with an order given under subsection (2) is guilty of an offence. 1988 c33 s110; 2024 c17 s50 Back to Top Slow moving vehicle 111.1 (1) A person shall not operate a slow moving vehicle on a highway with a speed limit of greater than 80 kilometres an hour. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to (a) a bicycle; (b) a power-assisted bicycle; (c) an antique motor vehicle; or (d) a vehicle actively engaged in (i) snow clearing or winter maintenance, (ii) sidewalk or highway maintenance, or (iii) sidewalk or highway construction. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (1), the minister or a person authorized by the minister may issue a special permit authorizing an operator of a slow moving vehicle involved in agricultural, forestry or other similar activities to travel on a highway, subject to the terms and conditions that the minister or person authorized by the minister considers to be appropriate. 2013 c15 s4 ; 2024 c17 s51 Back to Top Signalling change of direction, etc. 112. A driver of a vehicle who intends to pull in to or out from a curb, slow down, turn or change directions shall not do so without giving clearly the appropriate signal in accordance with this Part. 1988 c33 s111 Back to Top Driver to signal 113. (1) A person shall not turn a vehicle at an intersection unless the vehicle is in the proper position upon the roadway, as required by this Act, or turn a vehicle to enter a private road or driveway, or otherwise turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway unless and until that movement can be made with reasonable safety, and without giving an appropriate signal to traffic which may be affected by that movement. (2) A signal of intention to turn left or right when required shall be given continuously for a sufficient distance before making the turn to warn traffic. (3) A person shall not turn a vehicle that is stopped, standing or parked into a lane of traffic unless the movement can be made with reasonable safety and without giving a left turn signal or a right turn signal, whichever is appropriate, to the intended direction of travel. 1988 c33 s112 Back to Top Driver signals 114. (1) Where a signal is required, the driver shall give it by means of the vehicle turn signals, and in the event of there being no vehicle turn signals or their being inoperable, the driver shall give it by means of the driver’s hand and arm. (2) When a driver of a vehicle gives a signal by hand and arm, the driver shall do so from the left arm side in the following manner: (a) when making a left-hand turn, by extending the left arm horizontally beyond the left side of the vehicle; (b) when making a right-hand turn, by extending the left arm vertically upwards, outside the left side of the vehicle; and (c) when stopping or suddenly decreasing speed, by extending the left arm diagonally downwards, outside the left side of the vehicle. (3) A driver of a right-hand drive vehicle shall not drive upon a highway unless (a) the vehicle is equipped with a mechanical or electrical device of a type specified in the regulations or, if none is specified in the regulations, a mechanical or electrical device with which the vehicle was equipped by the manufacturer; or (b) there is prominently displayed on the rear of the vehicle in bold face letters not less than 5 centimetres in height and of a colour contrasting with that of the vehicle the words "Right-Hand Drive Vehicle". 1988 c33 s113; 2024 c17 s52 Back to Top Turn at intersection 115. (1) A driver intending to turn right at an intersection shall approach the intersection and make the turn as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway. (2) A driver intending to turn left from a two-way highway into another two-way highway shall make the turn (a) by driving to the right of, and as closely as practicable to, the centre line of the highway while approaching the intersection and turning; and (b) upon leaving the intersection, by driving to the right of, and as closely as practicable to, the centre line of the highway then entered. (3) Where more than 1 lane of a roadway has been designated as a left or right turn lane, the driver intending to turn left or right into an intersecting roadway shall approach the intersection in 1 of those lanes and leave the intersection in the lane of the intersecting roadway that corresponds to the lane from which the turn was started. (4) A driver intending to turn left from a one-way roadway onto a two-way roadway shall make the left turn (a) by driving as closely as practicable to the left side of the one-way roadway where it enters the intersection; and (b) upon leaving the intersection by driving to the right of and as closely as practicable to the centre line of the two-way roadway entered. (5) Where a driver of a vehicle intends to turn left at an intersection from a roadway on which traffic is permitted in both directions into a one-way roadway, the driver shall approach the intersection in the part of the right-half of the roadway that is nearest its centre line or on a laned roadway in the extreme left-hand lane available to traffic moving in the direction of travel of the vehicle and upon leaving the intersection shall drive as closely as practicable to the left-hand side of the one-way roadway entered. (6) Where a driver of a vehicle intends to turn left at an intersection from a one-way roadway into another one-way roadway, the driver shall approach the intersection as closely as practicable to the left-hand curb or edge of the roadway and upon leaving the intersection shall drive as closely as practicable to the left-hand side of the other one-way roadway entered. (7) Where at an intersection there is a traffic-control device indicating the course to be travelled by drivers turning at the intersection, a driver shall not turn a vehicle at the intersection in a manner other than as directed by the traffic-control device. 1988 c33 s114; 2024 c17 s53 Back to Top Turning to proceed in opposite direction 116. A driver shall not turn a vehicle on a highway so as to proceed in the opposite direction (a) unless the driver can do so without interfering with other traffic; or (b) where the driver is driving (i) upon a curve, (ii) upon an approach to or near the crest of a grade where the vehicle cannot be seen by the driver of another vehicle approaching from either direction within 150 metres, or (iii) at a place where a sign prohibits making a U-turn. 1988 c33 s115; 2024 c17 s54 Back to Top Restriction on turning 117. (1) A driver shall not turn a vehicle at an intersection unless the vehicle is in the position upon the roadway required by section 115. (2) A driver shall not turn a vehicle to enter a private road or driveway or otherwise turn the vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway unless the movement can be made with reasonable safety. (3) Where a signal of intention to turn right or left or to drive from one lane to another is required, a driver shall give the signal continuously for sufficient distance before making the turn to warn traffic or to make the driver’s intention known to a traffic officer on point duty. (4) Where there is an opportunity to give a signal, a driver shall not stop or suddenly decrease the speed of a vehicle without first giving the appropriate signal under section 113 or 114. 1988 c33 s116; 2024 c17 s55 Back to Top Right-of-way 118. Except as provided in section 106, (a) a driver approaching an intersection shall yield the right-of-way to traffic that has entered the intersection from a different highway; and (b) when 2 vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at approximately the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the left shall yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right. 1988 c33 s117 Back to Top Turning left in intersection 119. Where a driver is within an intersection and intends to turn left, the driver shall yield the right-of-way to traffic that is approaching from the opposite direction and is within the intersection or so close that it constitutes an immediate hazard, but, having yielded and given a signal in accordance with section 113 or 114, the driver may make a left turn and traffic approaching the intersection from the opposite direction shall yield the right-of-way to the vehicle making the left turn. 1988 c33 s118; 2024 c17 s56 Back to Top Driver to yield right-of-way 120. Where a driver is about to enter or cross a highway from a private road, alley, building, driveway or lane, the driver shall yield the right-of-way to traffic approaching on the highway and, having yielded, the driver may proceed with caution. 1988 c33 s119; 2024 c17 s57 Back to Top Right-of-way for emergency vehicles 121. Upon the immediate approach of an emergency vehicle giving an audible signal by a bell, siren or exhaust whistle and showing a visible flashing red light, except where otherwise directed by a traffic officer, the driver of a vehicle shall (a) yield the right-of-way to the emergency vehicle; (b) drive immediately to a position parallel to and as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway, clear of an intersection; and (c) stop and remain in that position until the emergency vehicle has passed. 1988 c33 s120 Back to Top Stopped emergency or designated vehicle 121.1 (1) Upon approaching an emergency vehicle or a designated vehicle that is stopped in a lane or on the edge or along the shoulder of the roadway, the driver of a vehicle travelling in the same direction shall take the safety precautions set out in subsection (2). (2) The driver shall (a) reduce the speed of the vehicle to a speed that is at least 30 kilometres an hour less than the speed limit and, where necessary, stop; (b) pass the emergency vehicle or designated vehicle only if it is safe to do so; and (c) change lanes if there is another lane for travelling in the same direction, or otherwise place as much distance as possible in the same lane between the driver’s vehicle and the emergency vehicle or designated vehicle, only if it is safe to do so. (2.1) Notwithstanding paragraph (2)(a), where the speed limit is less than 60 kilometres an hour, the driver shall reduce the speed of the vehicle to a speed not greater than 30 kilometres an hour. (3) The reference in subsection (1) to an emergency vehicle or designated vehicle is a reference to an emergency vehicle or designated vehicle that has flashing or rotational lights activated or other warning or safety signs or equipment in use. (4) In this section, "designated vehicle" means (a) a tow truck or other roadside assistance vehicle; (b) a search and rescue vehicle; (c) a public utility vehicle; (d) a municipal, provincial or federal enforcement or service vehicle; (e) a vehicle used by a volunteer fire fighter or emergency medical responder in the course of responding to an emergency; or (f) a vehicle operated under the authority of a government emergency organization in the course of responding to an emergency. 2013 c10 s1 ; 2017 c28 s11 ; 2024 c17 s58 Back to Top Exception to right-of-way 122. The driver of a vehicle upon a highway with separate roadways need not stop upon meeting an emergency vehicle that is on a different roadway. 1988 c33 s121 Back to Top Privileges of emergency vehicle 123. (1) The driver of an emergency vehicle when responding to, but not when returning from, an emergency call or alarm, or when in pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law may (a) exceed the speed limit; (a.1) proceed past a red light or stop sign; and (b) stop or stand. (2) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1)(a) and (a.1), the driver of an emergency vehicle shall not exceed the speed limit or proceed past a red light or stop sign unless the driver is sounding an audible signal by bell, horn, siren or exhaust whistle and is showing a flashing red light where the vehicle is so equipped. (2.1) Notwithstanding paragraph (1)(a.1), the driver of an emergency vehicle shall not proceed past a red light or stop sign unless the driver stopped the vehicle at the intersection and yielded the right of way to a vehicle or pedestrian in the intersection. (3) The driver of an emergency vehicle who is exceeding the speed limit shall drive with due regard for safety having regard to all the circumstances of the case, including (a) the nature, condition and use of the highway; (b) the amount of traffic that is on or might reasonably be expected to be on the highway; and (c) the nature of the use being made of the emergency vehicle at the time. (4) A driver of an ambulance is considered to be responding to an emergency call from the time the driver receives the call until the driver arrives at the destination of the passenger. (5) A driver of a vehicle, other than the driver of an emergency vehicle who is responding to an emergency call or alarm, shall not sound a siren. (6) A driver of a vehicle, other than a vehicle carrying firefighting equipment returning from a fire alarm or other than the driver of an emergency vehicle who is responding to an emergency call or alarm, or when in pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law shall not show a flashing red light. 1988 c33 s122; 1994 c28 s9 ; 2013 c15 s5 ; 2024 c17 s59 Back to Top Pedestrians to comply with signals 124. Except where a traffic authority has otherwise provided, where traffic-control signals are operating, pedestrians shall comply with them in the manner provided in accordance with section 106. 1988 c33 s123 Back to Top Pedestrian in crosswalk 125. (1) Where traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation where a pedestrian is crossing the roadway within a crosswalk, a driver of a vehicle approaching the crosswalk in either direction shall yield the right of way to the pedestrian. (2) A pedestrian shall not leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close that it is impracticable for the driver of the vehicle to yield. (3) Where a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway, the driver of a vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle. 1988 c33 s124 Back to Top Pedestrian to yield 126. Where a pedestrian is crossing a roadway at a point other than within a crosswalk, the pedestrian shall yield the right-of-way to an approaching vehicle. 1988 c33 s125 Back to Top Duties of driver 127. A driver shall (a) exercise due care to avoid colliding with a pedestrian who is upon a highway; (a.1) where passing a pedestrian, pass the pedestrian at a distance of at least (i) one metre from the pedestrian where the speed limit is 60 kilometres an hour or less, or (ii) one and a half metres from the pedestrian where the speed limit is greater than 60 kilometres an hour; (b) give warning by sounding the horn when necessary; and (c) observe appropriate precaution upon observing a child or an apparently confused or incapacitated person who is upon a highway. 1988 c33 s126; 2018 c27 s17 Back to Top Pedestrians to use sidewalks 128. (1) Where there is a sidewalk that is reasonably passable on either or both sides of a highway, a pedestrian shall not walk on a roadway. (2) Where there is no sidewalk, a pedestrian walking along or upon a roadway or the shoulder of a highway shall, where practicable walk only on the left side of the roadway or the shoulder of the highway facing traffic approaching from the opposite direction and no more than 2 persons shall walk abreast on the roadway. (3) A person shall not be on a roadway for the purpose of soliciting a ride, employment or business from the occupant of a vehicle. 1988 c33 s127 Back to Top Bicyclists 129. (1) Except as provided in this section, a person riding a bicycle upon a highway has the same rights and duties as a driver. (2) A person who is riding a bicycle, (a) shall not ride on a sidewalk; (b) subject to paragraph (a), shall ride as near as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of a roadway; (c) shall not ride abreast of another person who is riding a bicycle upon a roadway; (c.1) shall wear a bicycle helmet that complies with the regulations and shall have the chin strap of the helmet securely fastened under the chin; (d) shall keep at least 1 hand on the handle bars; (e) shall not ride other than upon or astride a regular seat of the bicycle; (f) shall not use the bicycle to carry more persons at one time than the number for which it is designed and equipped; (g) shall not carry on the bicycle an object of a kind which is of a size, weight or shape or so placed that it may interfere with the proper operation or control of the bicycle; (h) shall not ride a bicycle on a highway where signs prohibit its use; and (i) shall not ride a bicycle on a roadway where there is a usable path intended for the use of bicycles adjacent to the roadway. (3) A parent or custodial guardian of a person under 16 years of age shall not authorize or knowingly permit that person to ride a bicycle unless that person is wearing a bicycle helmet as required by paragraph (2)(c.1). (4) A person who is 16 years of age or older who fails to comply with or otherwise contravenes paragraph (2)(c.1) is guilty of an offence and is liable on summary conviction to the penalty prescribed in the Schedule. (5) A parent or custodial guardian who fails to comply with or otherwise contravenes subsection (3) is guilty of an offence and is liable on summary conviction to the penalty prescribed in the Schedule. 1988 c33 s128; 2014 c28 s1 ; 2024 c17 s60 Back to Top Towing of bicyclists, etc. prohibited 130. A person whether on foot or riding upon a bicycle, motor cycle , coaster, sled, toboggan, play vehicle or upon skates, roller skates, skis or skateboard or similar device shall not attach it or them or themself by hand or other means to a vehicle upon a roadway. 1988 c33 s129; 2024 c17 s61 Back to Top Safety zone 131. A driver shall not drive a vehicle through or within a safety zone. 1988 c33 s130 Back to Top Railway crossing 132. (1) Where a driver of a vehicle is approaching a railway crossing at a time when (a) a clearly visible electrical or mechanical signal device gives warning of the approach of a railway train; (b) a crossing gate is lowered or a person holding a flag is giving a signal of the approach or passage of a railway train; or (c) a railway train in dangerous proximity to a crossing is approaching the crossing and emits an audible signal or is visible, the driver shall stop the vehicle not less than 5 metres from the nearest rail of the railway and shall not proceed until it is safe to do so. (2) A driver shall not drive a vehicle through, around or under a crossing gate or barrier at a railway crossing while the gate or barrier is closed or is being opened or closed. 1988 c33 s131 Back to Top Stop sign at crossing 133. Where a stop sign has been erected at a railway crossing, the driver of a vehicle shall stop the vehicle not less than 5 metres from the nearest rail of the railway and shall not proceed until it is safe to do so. 1988 c33 s132 Back to Top Crossing tracks 134. (1) A driver of (a) a vehicle carrying passengers for compensation; (b) a school bus carrying a child; or (c) a vehicle carrying explosive substances or inflammable liquids as cargo before crossing a track of a railway, shall stop the vehicle not less than 5 metres from the nearest rail and, remaining stopped, shall listen and look in both directions along the track for an approaching train and for signals indicating the approach of a train and shall not proceed until it is safe to do so.

(2) Where a driver has stopped and is proceeding in accordance with subsection (1), the driver shall cross the railway track in a gear that will not need to be changed while crossing the track and the driver shall not shift gears while crossing. (3) Subsection (1) does not apply where a traffic officer or traffic-control device directs traffic to proceed. (4) Subsections (1) and (2) do not apply to industrial spur railway crossings within an urban district. 1988 c33 s133 Back to Top Driver caution required 135. The driver of a vehicle approaching the track of a railway shall proceed with caution to avoid a collision between the vehicle and an approaching train. 1988 c33 s134 Back to Top "Yield" signs 136. Except when a traffic officer directs otherwise, where there is a yield sign at an intersection, the driver of a vehicle approaching the sign shall (a) slow down to a speed reasonable for the existing conditions or, where necessary for safety, stop at a clearly marked stop line or, where there is none, then immediately before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, where there is no crosswalk, then immediately before entering the intersection; and (b) shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway on which the driver is driving and to traffic in the intersection or approaching on the intersecting highway so closely that it constitutes a hazard, and having yielded, the driver may proceed with caution. 1988 c33 s135 Back to Top Stopping for school buses 137. (1) The driver of a vehicle upon meeting or overtaking from either direction a school bus that has stopped on a part of the highway or a loading zone provided at a school or other place where parking areas are provided for the purpose of receiving or discharging school children, or on which the visual signals signifying that the bus is about to stop have been activated by the driver, (a) where there is in operation on the school bus a visual signal as specified in the regulations shall stop the vehicle before reaching the bus; and (b) shall not proceed until the school bus resumes motion or the driver of the vehicle is signalled by the driver of the school bus to proceed or the visual signal is no longer activated. (2) The driver of a school bus (a) shall stop the vehicle in the roadway of the highway except where a loading zone has been provided at a school or other place where parking areas are provided for the purpose of receiving or discharging school children; and (b) shall not unnecessarily delay the passing of other vehicles on the highway. (3) Every school bus shall bear upon the front and rear of the bus plainly visible signs containing the words "SCHOOL BUS" in letters not less than 20 centimetres in height. (4) Every school bus shall be equipped with visual signals as specified in the regulations which shall be activated by the driver of the school bus (a) 30 metres in advance of coming to a stop on the highway; and (b) when the school bus is stopped on the highway, for the purpose of receiving or discharging school children. (5) A person shall not operate a school bus upon a highway for a purpose other than the transportation of children to or from school or school-related activities unless all marks indicating that it is a school bus are concealed. (6) The driver of a vehicle upon a highway with separate roadways need not stop upon meeting or overtaking a school bus that is on a different roadway. (7) The driver of a vehicle upon a controlled-access highway need not stop upon meeting or overtaking a school bus that is stopped in a loading zone that is a part of or adjacent to that highway and where pedestrians are not permitted to cross the roadway. 1988 c33 s136; 1995 c18 s6 ; 2024 c17 s62 Back to Top Rep. by 2009 c9 s23 138. [Rep. by 2009 c9 s23] 2009 c9 s23 Back to Top Frightening animals 139. The driver of a motor vehicle shall, when upon a highway and approaching an animal, take reasonable precaution to avoid frightening the animal. 1988 c33 s138 Back to Top Parking on roadway prohibited 140. (1) Where outside of an urban district it is practicable to stop, park or leave a vehicle off the roadway, a person shall not stop, park or leave the vehicle either unattended or attended on the roadway. (2) A person shall not park a vehicle so as to obstruct the free passage of traffic on the roadway. (3) Subsections (1) and (2) do not apply when a vehicle is so disabled that it is not practicable to avoid stopping and temporarily leaving it on a roadway. 1988 c33 s139 Back to Top Parking directions by officer 141. Where a traffic officer engaged in the control of traffic gives directions as to parking or where a traffic sign on the highway indicates the place or position in which the vehicle shall be parked, the directions of the traffic officer and the indications of the signs apply notwithstanding the provisions of this Act relating to parking. 1988 c33 s140 Back to Top Parking near bus stop 142. Except where otherwise provided by a sign erected under this Act, a person shall not stop or park a vehicle within a distance of 20 metres from a bus stop or school bus stop erected under this Act or the regulations where the distance is measured from the sign in the direction from which traffic approaches the sign on the side of the highway on which the sign is erected. 1988 c33 s141 Back to Top Parking on private land 143. (1) Except with the permission of the owner of the land given either orally or in writing and without or subject to conditions, the driver of a vehicle shall not park the vehicle upon private land. (2) A driver who receives permission under subsection (1) shall park the vehicle in accordance with the conditions to which the permission is subject or, where there are no conditions, as otherwise directed by the owner of the land. (3) A driver who commits a breach of this section is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine prescribed in the Schedule. (4) A fine paid under subsection (3) shall, where a prosecution is taken and conducted in accordance with paragraph (6)(a), after deduction of the costs of the court be paid to the owner of the land. (5) A court shall not convict an owner of a vehicle parked in contravention of this section where the court is satisfied that the owner did not park the vehicle and that the vehicle was parked contrary to the owner's instructions. (6) Prosecutions under this section may be taken and conducted (a) by and in the name of the owner of the land on which the vehicle is parked; or (b) where the land in respect of which the offence was committed is owned by a church, school or hospital and whether or not the land forms part of the land on which the church, school or hospital is located (i) by and in the name of a peace officer acting on a complaint of the owner or of a person representing the owner, or (ii) by and in the name of a municipality. (7) Nothing contained in this section is a bar to an action for trespass but, where (a) an action for trespass is taken based on an occurrence which is a breach of this section, a prosecution shall not be taken under this section; or (b) a prosecution is taken under this section, an action does not lie or shall not be taken for trespass based on the occurrence which gave rise to the prosecution. (8) For the purpose of this section (a) "driver" includes the owner of the vehicle; (b) "owner", where the reference is to land and not to a vehicle, includes the lessee or occupier of the land; (c) "park" means to permit a vehicle whether occupied or not to remain in a stationary position; and (d) "person" includes a partnership. (9) This section does not apply to land outside a municipality unless the land is surrounded by a fence or unless the owner by sign erected on the land or otherwise indicates that the land is private or that parking on it is prohibited or restricted. 1988 c33 s142; 2013 c13 s6 Back to Top Places where parking prohibited 144. Except where otherwise provided in an urban district by a traffic authority or where necessary to avoid conflict with traffic or to comply with the law or the directions of a traffic officer or traffic-control device, a person shall not stop, stand or park a vehicle on a highway so that the vehicle or a part of it is (a) on a sidewalk or an area generally used or intended for use by pedestrians; (b) in front of a public or private driveway or in front of an authorized loading door designated as that by the minister or a traffic authority; (c) within an intersection or within 6 meters of an intersection; (d) within 1 metre from the point on the curb or edge of the roadway immediately opposite a fire hydrant; (e) within a crosswalk; (f) within 6 metres of the approach of a crosswalk; (g) within 10 metres upon the approach to a flashing beacon, stop sign or traffic-control signal located at the side of a roadway; (h) within 6 metres either side of the entrance to or exit from a hotel, church, school, public meeting place, theatre, dance hall or playground; (i) between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 10 metres of points on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless a traffic authority indicates a different length by signs or markings; (j) within 15 metres of the nearest rail of a railway crossing; (k) within 7 metres of a driveway entrance to a fire station or on the side of a street opposite the entrance to a fire station within 100 metres of the entrance when properly marked with signs; (l) alongside or opposite a street excavation or obstruction when stopping, standing or parking obstructs traffic; (m) on the roadway side of a vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a roadway; (n) upon a bridge or other elevated structure upon a highway, or within a highway tunnel; or (o) in a place in contravention of a traffic-control device that gives notice that stopping, standing, or parking is there prohibited or restricted. 1988 c33 s143 Back to Top Parking on right side 145. Except where a traffic authority otherwise permits, a driver shall not stop, stand or park a vehicle on a highway other than on the right side of the highway parallel to that side and, where there is a curb, with the wheels within 30 centimetres of the curb. 1988 c33 s144 Back to Top Parking in dangerous position 146. A person in charge of a vehicle shall not permit the vehicle or a trailer attached to the vehicle to remain at rest on a highway in a position or condition or under circumstances likely to cause danger to other persons using the highway. 1988 c33 s145 Back to Top Parking where not visible to traffic 147. A person shall not park a vehicle upon a highway in a position that it is not visible to approaching traffic in both directions on the highway for a distance of 60 metres, except for the purpose of repairing the vehicle when repairs to the vehicle on the highway are necessary. 1988 c33 s146 Back to Top Parking of vending vans 148. The owner or operator shall not permit to remain in a stationary position a vehicle or trailer designed and used for the purpose of preparing for sale or selling cooked foodstuffs, candy, bottled or other beverages, tobacco or cigarettes, on a highway outside a municipality or, within a municipality, on a highway which is not under the management or control of the municipality. 1988 c33 s147 Back to Top Authority to remove vehicles 149. (1) Where (a) a vehicle is standing or parked on a highway contrary to section 140, 144, 145, 146, 147 or 148 or in a position that causes or may cause it to interfere (i) with the ploughing of or removal of snow or ice from the highway, (ii) with firefighting, (iii) with the normal flow of traffic on the highway, (iv) with the construction, improvement, alteration, extension, widening, marking or repair of the highway, or (v) with the carrying out of an undertaking of a department of the government of the province; or (b) a vehicle on a highway is in such a state of repair that it would or might be hazardous to other users of the highway for the vehicle to operate on the highway, a traffic officer, an employee of the department or a person authorized generally or particularly by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure for the purpose may remove the vehicle or order the owner or person in charge of the vehicle to remove it to a place selected by the officer, employee or the person so authorized. (2) The owner or person in charge of the vehicle who receives an order under subsection (1) shall remove it in accordance with the order, or the officer, employee or the person so authorized by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure may take the vehicle into custody and remove it and keep it until the owner pays to the department the costs and expenses and the additional amount provided by subsection (7). (3) Where a vehicle is left unattended or apparently abandoned or without proper identification plates upon or near a highway or upon Crown land or other land owned or occupied by the Crown adjoining a highway for a period in excess of 48 hours, the minister may give oral or written notice to the owner of the vehicle, where known to the minister, to remove the vehicle and the owner shall remove the vehicle within 48 hours after the notice is given. (4) Where the owner of a vehicle referred to in subsection (3) is not known to the minister or cannot immediately be found, written notice by the minister requiring the vehicle to be removed within 48 hours may be placed on or in the vehicle by a person authorized generally or particularly by the minister for the purpose and this shall be considered notice to the owner. (5) Where the owner of a vehicle referred to in subsection (3) (a) has been given notice in accordance with that subsection and has failed to remove the vehicle in accordance with that subsection; or (b) was unknown to the minister or could not be found and notice was given in accordance with subsection (4 ) and the vehicle was not removed within the time required by the notice, a traffic officer, an employee of the department or a person authorized generally or particularly by the minister for the purpose may remove the vehicle in accordance with subsection (1) and the vehicle shall be disposed of in accordance with subsection (6) or (8). (6) Where the owner of a vehicle referred to in subsection (3) in respect of which notice was given in accordance with that subsection or subsection (4) has failed to remove the vehicle within the time required by the notice, the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure may remove the vehicle to a dump and abandon it there. (7) The owner of a vehicle removed under subsection (1), (2), (5) or (6) shall pay to the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure all costs and expenses incurred in connection with the removal and in addition, except in the case of removal under subsection (6), an amount for storage fixed by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. (8) Where the owner of a vehicle removed under subsection (1), (2) or (5) does not within 60 days after the date of removal pay the costs and expenses and the additional amount for storage provided by subsection (7), the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure may sell the vehicle by public auction of which 10 days' notice shall be given in a newspaper circulating in the area in which the vehicle was found and the proceeds of the sale after deducting the cost of removal and the costs of and incidental to the auction and the amount for storage shall be returned to the owner where the owner is known and where the owner is not known shall be paid into the Consolidated Revenue Fund. (9) Where the vehicle referred to in subsection (8) cannot be sold at that auction it becomes the absolute property of the Crown and the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure may dispose of it as the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure considers appropriate. (10) The Minister Transportation and Infrastructure may by action in a court recover as a civil debt due the Crown from the owner the costs and expenses and the additional amount for storage referred to in subsection (7) and the costs of and incidental to an auction referred to in subsection (8). (11) An action or other legal proceeding does not lie and may not be brought against a traffic officer or an employee of the department or against the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or a person authorized by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under this section in respect of anything done under this section where the action or other proceeding is not based on malfeasance or misfeasance. (12) A traffic officer, an employee of the department or a person authorized generally or particularly by the minister for the purpose may remove the identification plates from a vehicle referred to in paragraph (1)(b) which has been removed from the highway under that subsection or subsection (2) and the owner of the vehicle or another person having possession of the vehicle licence issued in respect of that vehicle shall surrender the vehicle licence to the traffic officer, employee or other person who removes the identification plates. (13) A traffic officer, employee of the department or other person who removes identification plates or receives a vehicle licence under subsection (12) shall immediately forward the plates and licence to the registrar with a report of the condition of the vehicle from which the plates were removed and the registrar shall not return the plates and licence to the owner of the vehicle unless and until the registrar is satisfied that the vehicle has been put in such a state of repair that it is no longer hazardous to other users of a highway. 1988 c33 s148; 1998 c21 s19 ; 2024 c17 s63 Back to Top Unattended vehicle 150. The driver of a motor vehicle shall not permit it to stand unattended on a highway without first having (a) stopped the engine; (b) locked the ignition; (c) removed the key; (d) effectively braked the vehicle; and (e) when standing on a grade, having turned the front wheels to the curb or edge of the roadway. 1988 c33 s149 Back to Top Backing vehicles 151. A driver shall not back a vehicle unless the movement can be made with reasonable safety and without interfering with traffic. 1988 c33 s150 Back to Top Operation of motor cycle 152. (1) A person who is operating a motor cycle (a) shall not ride other than upon or astride a regular seat attached to the motor cycle; (b) shall keep both hands on the handlebars of the motor cycle , except when making a signal in accordance with this Act; and (c) shall keep both feet on the pedals or footrests of the motor cycle . (2) A person, other than the operator, shall not ride on a motor cycle unless (a) it is designed and equipped by the manufacturer of the motor cycle to carry more than 1 person; (b) the person, other than the operator, rides on a seat attached to the motor cycle and designed to carry a passenger; and (c) the motor cycle has separate handgrips and a separate set of standard footrests for the use of the passenger riding on that seat. (3) A person who is operating a motor cycle shall not permit another person to ride on it in violation of subsection (2). 1988 c33 s151 Back to Top Motor cycle on highway 153. Except when overtaking and passing another motor cycle , a person operating a motor cycle on a highway shall not drive it alongside another motor cycle travelling in the same direction but shall drive it behind or in front of the other motor cycle . 1988 c33 s152 Back to Top Motor cycle equipment 154. (1) A person shall not operate or ride on a motor cycle upon a highway unless (a) that person is wearing a helmet that complies with the regulations and that is properly fastened; and (b) where the motor cycle is not equipped with a windshield that is of a height to give adequate protection to the eyes, that person is wearing a face shield, safety glasses, or goggles in the proper manner. (2) A passenger on a motor cycle that is being operated upon a highway shall wear a helmet that complies with the regulations and shall ensure that the helmet is properly fastened. 1988 c33 s153; 2019 c8 s12 Back to Top Three-wheeled vehicle equipment 154.1 (1) A person shall not operate or be a passenger in a three-wheeled vehicle on a highway unless (a) that person is wearing a helmet that complies with the regulations and that is properly fastened; and (b) where the three-wheeled vehicle is not equipped with a windshield that is of a height to give adequate protection to the eyes, that person is wearing a face shield, safety glasses or goggles in the proper manner. (2) A child seat restraint system as defined in paragraph 178(1)(a) shall not be used in a three-wheeled vehicle unless that vehicle meets the requirements of Schedule 4, CMVSS 208 "Occupant Protection in Frontal Impacts", to the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada). 2016 c51 s2 Back to Top Window obstruction 155. A person shall not drive a motor vehicle on a highway where (a) there is in or upon the windshield, sidewings , side or rear windows or the openings for any of them a sign, poster or other nontransparent material other than a certificate, sticker or other device required by this Act or the regulations to be displayed on it or approved by the minister; (b) there is on the exterior or in the interior of the vehicle an ornament, decoration, novelty or other thing so located that it may obstruct the vision or distract the attention of the driver; (c) the windshield, sidewings , side or rear windows are so covered, either completely or partially, by snow, ice, mist, dirt or other matter that the vision of the driver is obscured or obstructed; or (d) the glass of the windshield, sidewings , side or rear windows or any of them or where the rear-view mirror is cracked, starred, crazed, discoloured or otherwise affected so as to reduce its transparency or impair the driver's view in any direction or under any conditions including the view by means of a rear-view mirror. 1988 c33 s154 Back to Top Obstruction of driver 156. (1) A person shall not move a vehicle on a highway where (a) the driver's view to the front, sides or rear of the vehicle; or (b) the driver's control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle, is obstructed or interfered with because of the load or the number of persons in the front seat. (2) A passenger in a vehicle shall not occupy a position which interferes with (a) the driver's view to the front or to the side of the vehicle; or (b) the driver's control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle. (3) The driver of a vehicle shall not permit a passenger in the vehicle to occupy a position which interferes with (a) the driver's view to the front or to the side of the vehicle; or (b) the driver's control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle. 1988 c33 s155; 1990 c43 s13 Back to Top Projecting load 157. A person shall not drive on a highway a vehicle carrying a load which projects more than 2 metres beyond the rear-most part of the vehicle, excluding the tailboard but the minister or a person authorized by the minister to do so may give a written permit to a person applying for one, for the carrying of a load so projecting, on those occasions and subject to those conditions that shall be specified in the permit and subject to this Act. 1988 c33 s156 Back to Top Obstruction of traffic by persons 158. Persons shall not congregate in a place on or near a highway in a way that they obstruct traffic or interfere with the movement of traffic. 1988 c33 s157 Back to Top Coasting down grade 159. When travelling down a grade, a driver of a vehicle shall not cause the vehicle to coast with the gears of the vehicle in neutral or the clutch disengaged. 1988 c33 s158 Back to Top Following emergency vehicle 160. (1) A driver of a vehicle other than an emergency vehicle shall not follow an emergency vehicle closer than 150 metres or drive or park within 150 metres of the place on the same highway on which fire apparatus has stopped in answer to a fire alarm. (2) Unless a person has received consent of the fire department official in command, the person shall not drive a vehicle over an unprotected hose of a fire department when laid down on a highway or private driveway at a fire or an alarm of fire. 1988 c33 s159; 2024 c17 s64 Back to Top Flagperson 161. Where a person with a flag or sign is controlling the movement of traffic around the section of a highway being worked upon a person shall not drive or operate a vehicle other than as directed by the person with the flag or sign. 1988 c33 s160 Back to Top Officer may direct traffic 162. Where a traffic officer reasonably considers it necessary (a) to ensure orderly movement of traffic; (b) to prevent injury or damage to persons or property; (c) to permit proper action in an emergency; or (d) to stop a motor vehicle on a highway to ensure that this Act and the regulations are being complied with, the officer may direct traffic according to the officer’s discretion, notwithstanding anything in this Part, and every person shall obey the officer's directions. 1988 c33 s161; 2024 c17 s65 Back to Top Warning markers 162.1 Where work is carried out on a highway or an activity is conducted that obstructs all or a part of the travel lane of a highway, the person responsible for carrying out that work or causing that obstruction shall ensure that (a) warning signs or other markers; or (b) persons with a flag or sign, are used to control the movement of traffic around that work or obstruction and to warn persons of the section of highway that is being worked upon or is obstructed. 2006 c23 s7 Back to Top Littering highway 163. (1) A person shall not throw, deposit or leave on a highway ordinary litter, rubbish, refuse, waste, glass, nails, tacks, scraps of metal or other waste material. (2) A person who removes a wrecked or damaged vehicle from a highway shall remove any glass, any substance which may injure tires of a vehicle or any other substance referred to in subsection (1) deposited upon the highway by the vehicle or as a result of the damage or wreck. (3) A person shall not deposit or throw ice or snow on a highway unless permission to do so has been granted by the authority responsible for road maintenance in the area. (4) A vehicle owner is responsible for a violation of this section and shall incur the penalty that arises from that violation. (5) Notwithstanding subsection (4) of this section and section 210, where an owner proves that at the time of a violation of this section the owner was not the driver of the vehicle or that the vehicle was in possession of some person other than the owner without the owner’s consent, the owner shall not incur the penalties provided for that violation. 1998 c21 s20 ; 2024 c17 s66 Back to Top Driving on sidewalk 164. Except when entering or leaving a driveway or lane or when entering upon or leaving land adjacent to a highway, a driver shall not drive a vehicle upon a sidewalk or paved shoulder. 1988 c33 s163 Back to Top Opening vehicles' doors 165. A person shall not (a) open the door of a vehicle upon a highway without first taking precautions to ensure that this act will not interfere with the movement of or endanger another person or vehicle; or (b) leave a door of a vehicle upon a highway open on the side of the vehicle available to moving traffic for a period of time longer than is necessary to load or unload passengers. 1988 c33 s164 Back to Top Warning devices 166. (1) A person shall not operate upon a highway a bus, school bus or a vehicle registered as having a maximum gross mass in excess of 2,500 kilograms, unless there are carried in that vehicle, for the purpose of warning the travelling public of an emergency breakdown, (a) 2 safety red triangles meeting specification that may be prescribed in the regulations; or (b) other warning devices of a type approved by the minister and consisting of at least 2 flares, reflectors, fuses or red lanterns, and at least 2 red flags of a minimum size of 30 centimetres by 30 centimetres. (2) An operator of a motor vehicle of a type referred to in subsection (1) shall, when an emergency breakdown takes place upon a highway and when the vehicle is left in a position so that a portion of it projects onto the roadway, (a) place the 2 safety red triangles referred to in paragraph (1)(a) upon the highway, 1 at a distance of approximately 30 metres in front of the vehicle and the other at a distance of approximately 30 metres behind the vehicle; (b) when that emergency breakdown takes place during daylight, place the 2 red flags referred to in paragraph (1)(b) upon the highway, 1 at a distance of approximately 30 metres in front of the vehicle and the other at a distance of approximately 30 metres behind the vehicle; or (c) when that emergency breakdown takes place during darkness, place 2 of the flares, reflectors, fuses or red lanterns referred to in paragraph (1)(b) upon the highway, 1 at a distance of approximately 30 metres in front of the vehicle and the other at a distance of approximately 30 metres behind the vehicle. (3) For the purpose of this section, "darkness" means the period from 1/2 hour before sunset to 1/2 hour after sunrise and other occasions when there is not sufficient light to render clearly discernible a substantial object on the highway at a distance of 60 metres and "daylight" means the balance of the 24 hour day. 1988 c33 s165 Back to Top Winter equipment 167. (1) The minister may, by order, prohibit vehicles from being driven or operated on a highway where those vehicles are not equipped with chains or winter tires or both and a person who does not comply with the order is guilty of an offence. (2) An order made under this section may (a) define by reference to type, make, condition or otherwise the standard of chains or winter tires to which the order applies; (b) specify the road conditions which shall exist during the application of the order; (c) make different provisions for different vehicles or classes of vehicles; (d) apply without limitation as to time, or for the period in each or every year specified in the order; or (e) be made applicable to the area defined in the order, and different orders may make different provisions for each area. 1988 c33 s166 Back to Top Racing on highways 168. (1) A person shall not drive a vehicle or bicycle in a race with another vehicle or bicycle on a highway. (2) Where a peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a person has committed an offence under this section, the peace officer shall give the person a notice of suspension. (3) Upon the notice of suspension being given under subsection (2), the person's driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the second day after the notice of suspension is given. 1988 c33 s167; 2017 c28 s12 Back to Top Performing stunts 168.1 (1) A person shall not drive a motor vehicle on a highway while performing or engaging in a stunt or activity that is likely to distract, startle or interfere with users of the highway. (2) Where a peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a person has committed an offence under this section, the peace officer shall give the person a notice of suspension. (3) Upon the notice of suspension being given under subsection (2), the person's driver’s licence or driving privileges are suspended for a period of 7 days beginning on the second day after the notice of suspension is given. 2017 c28 s13 Back to Top Accident information 169. (1) The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident shall (a) stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident; (b) give to a traffic officer and to anyone sustaining loss or injury and, upon request, to a person at the scene of the accident the driver’s name, address, the name and address of the registered owner of the vehicle where the owner is a person other than the driver, the registration number of the vehicle and show the driver’s driver's licence to those persons; (c) produce proof or evidence that a policy or a certificate evidencing a policy under section 75, is in force with respect to the vehicle upon the request of a traffic officer or a person sustaining loss or injury at the scene of the accident; and (d) give to a person injured in the accident reasonable assistance, including the carrying of that person to a physician or surgeon for medical or surgical treatment where it is apparent that that treatment is necessary or where it is requested by the injured person. (2) The driver of a vehicle that collides with an unattended vehicle shall stop and either locate and notify the driver or owner of the unattended vehicle of the name and address of the driver, the number of the driver's licence and the registration number of the vehicle striking the unattended vehicle or shall leave in a conspicuous place in the vehicle struck a written notice giving the information referred to above. (3) Where the driver cannot locate the other driver or owner or cannot leave the notice required under subsection (2), the driver shall report the details of the collision as soon as possible to a peace officer having jurisdiction where the collision occurred. (4) The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in damage to property upon or adjacent to a highway, other than a vehicle under subsections (2) and (3), shall take reasonable steps to locate and notify the owner or person in charge of the property of that fact and of the name and address of the driver, the number of the driver's licence and the registration number of the vehicle. (5) Where the driver cannot locate the owner or person in charge of the property referred to in subsection (4), the driver shall report the details referred to in subsection (4) to a peace officer having jurisdiction where the accident occurred. (6) Where an accident occurs by which a person or property is injured, directly or indirectly, owing to the presence or operation of a bicycle on a highway, the person in charge of the bicycle shall (a) remain at or immediately return to the scene of the accident; (b) give reasonable assistance; and (c) give to anyone sustaining loss or injury, and to a traffic officer who is present, the person’s name and address and also the name and address of the owner of the bicycle, and, where the bicycle has been licensed and registered the licence or registration number of the bicycle. (7) Where the accident referred to in subsection (6) results in death or injury to a person or injury to property causing total damage apparently exceeding $250, the person in charge of the bicycle shall immediately make a written report of the accident and shall mail or deliver the report to the nearest peace officer or police station. 1988 c33 s168; 2024 c17 s67 Back to Top Accident involving property 170. (1) Where an accident results in injury or death to a person or in property damage to an apparent extent of $2,000 or more, the driver of the vehicle involved in the accident shall immediately make a written report of the accident to the nearest peace officer having jurisdiction in the area where the accident occurs. (2) Where the driver referred to in subsection (1) is incapable of making the report required by that subsection and there is another occupant of the vehicle capable of making the report, the occupant shall make the report required to be made by the driver. (3) Where a report has not been made under subsection (1) or (2) and the driver or occupant is not the owner of the vehicle, the owner shall immediately after learning of the accident make the report. (4) Where the driver referred to in subsection (1) is the owner, and is alone and incapable of making the report required by that subsection the driver shall make the report immediately after becoming capable of making it. 1988 c33 s169; 1990 c44 s1; 1994 c28 s28 2013 c15 s6 ; 2024 c17 s68 Back to Top Report by peace officer 171. (1) A peace officer who has witnessed or investigated an accident shall immediately forward to the Chief of Police or the Officer Commanding the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Force in the province a written report, in a form to be prescribed by the registrar, setting out full particulars of the accident including the names and addresses of the persons involved and the extent of the personal injuries or property damage and the Chief of Police or the Officer Commanding shall send a copy of the report to the registrar and to the minister. (2) Where a report has been made under section 169, 170 or this section, the registrar or the minister may require the driver involved or a peace officer or person having knowledge of the accident or of personal injuries or property damage resulting from the accident to provide additional information or to make a supplementary report. 1988 c33 s170 Back to Top Garage to report accident 172. (1) Where a motor vehicle that shows evidence of having been involved in a serious accident or having been struck by a bullet is brought into a garage, parking station, parking lot, used-car lot or repair shop, the person in charge of the place into which the vehicle is brought shall immediately report that fact to the nearest peace officer or police station, giving the name and address of the owner or operator and also the identification plate number and a description of the vehicle. (2) A report need not be made under this subsection (1) where the owner or operator of the vehicle is also the person in charge of the place into which the vehicle is brought and has made a report under section 169 which includes the information required under subsection (1). (3) A Provincial Court judge who investigates or holds an inquiry respecting the death of a person from an accident in which a vehicle was involved shall immediately upon the conclusion of the investigation or inquiry make a written report to the registrar giving the time and place of the accident, the name of the person killed and the name and address of the driver of the vehicle involved. 1988 c33 s171 Back to Top Admissibility of report 173. A written report or statement made or provided under section 169, 170, 171 or 172 (a) is not open to public inspection; and (b) is not admissible in evidence for any purpose in a trial arising out of the accident except to prove (i) compliance with section 169, 170, 171 or 172, or (ii) falsity in a prosecution for making a false statement in the report or statement. 1988 c33 s172 Back to Top Information release- non-reportable accidents 173.1 (1) The registrar may release the information referred to in subsection (2) to (a) a person involved in an accident which was not required to be reported under this Act; (b) a person or insurance company that has paid or may be liable to pay damages resulting from an accident; or (c) a solicitor, agent or other representative of the person or company where the registrar has received written confirmation of the accident by either of the parties involved in the manner acceptable to the minister. (2) The registrar may, under the authority of subsection (1), release the following information: (a) the identification of vehicles involved in the accident; (b) the name and address of the registered owner; and (c) the name and address of an insurance company that has issued a policy insuring a party to or a person involved in an accident, together with the policy number applicable to that policy. 2009 c9 s24 Back to Top Availability of information 174. (1) A person involved in an accident and a person or an insurance company that has paid or may be liable to pay for damages resulting from an accident in which a motor vehicle is involved and a solicitor, agent or other representative of the person or company is entitled to the information that may appear in a report made under section 169, 170, 171 or 172 in respect of (a) the date, time and place of the accident; (b) the identification of vehicles involved in the accident; (c) the name and address of the parties to or involved in the accident; (d) the names and addresses of witnesses to the accident; (e) the names and addresses of persons or bodies to whom the report was made; (f) the name and address of a peace officer who investigated the accident; (g) the weather and highway conditions at the time of the accident; (h) [Rep. by 1993 c37 s1] and (i) the name and address of an insurance company that has issued a policy insuring a party to or involved in an accident, together with the policy number applicable to that policy. (1.1) In addition to the information to which a person is entitled under subsection (1), a person is entitled to be informed whether a charge has been laid as a result of an accident in which a motor vehicle is involved. (2) A person shall not make a false statement in a report made or purporting to be made under section 169, 170, 171 or 172. (3) In a prosecution for violation of section 169, 170 or 172, a certificate purporting to be signed by the registrar that a required report has or has not been made is, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, proof of the facts stated in the certificate. (4) In a prosecution for failure to make a report required by section 169, 170 or 172 in respect of an accident the place of the offence shall be considered to be the place where the accident occurred. (5) A person entitled to information under this section shall pay the fee to obtain it that the minister may set. 1988 c33 s173; 1993 c37 s1 ; 2004 c18 s2 Back to Top Report required 174.1 (1) A medical practitioner licensed under the Medical Act, 2011 , a nurse practitioner as defined in the Nurses Act, or an optometrist licensed under the Optometry Act, 2012 shall report to the registrar the name, address, date of birth and clinical condition of a person 16 years of age or older attending the practitioner or the optometrist for medical or optometric services who, in the opinion of the practitioner or optometrist, is suffering from a condition that may make it dangerous for the person to operate a motor vehicle. (2) An action shall not be brought against a medical practitioner, a nurse practitioner or an optometrist for complying with subsection (1). (3) A report referred to in subsection (1) is privileged for the information of the registrar only and shall not be open for public inspection. (4) A report referred to in subsection (1) is not admissible in evidence for a purpose in a trial except to prove compliance with subsection (1). 2009 c9 s25 ; 2012 cO-7.02 s61 ; 2019 c8 s12 ; 2024 cN-5.1 s59 Back to Top Rep. by 2009 c9 s26 174.2 [Rep. by 2009 c9 s26] 2009 c9 s26 Back to Top Inspector may weigh vehicle 175. (1) An inspector may weigh a vehicle on a portable or stationary weighing machine or scales and for the purpose of weighing the vehicle the inspector may (a) stop the vehicle by, (i) placing on or as near as possible to the roadway a sign ordering all vehicles or all vehicles of a certain class to stop for weighing, or (ii) signalling manually to the driver of the vehicle to stop; (b) order the driver of the vehicle to drive and the driver shall drive the vehicle to the nearest weighing machine or scales where they are within a distance of 16 kilometres; (c) order the driver of the vehicle to help and the driver shall help in and facilitate the weighing of the vehicle by driving the vehicle upon the weighing machine or scales and performing the other acts that the inspector requires or considers necessary for the purpose of weighing the vehicle and its load; and (d) where the driver of the vehicle does not obey the order given under paragraph (b) or (c), drive or authorize some other person to drive the vehicle to and upon the nearest weighing machine or scales where they are within a distance of 16 kilometres and perform the other acts that the inspector requires or considers necessary for the purpose of weighing the vehicle and its load. (2) Instead of proceeding to a weighing machine or scales the mass of a vehicle and load referred to in subsection (1) may be determined by a portable weighing device provided by the inspector and subsection (1) applies to the weighing of a vehicle and load under this subsection. (3) Where a vehicle is weighed under subsection (1) or (2) and it is found that the maximum gross mass or the axle mass of the vehicle exceeds that permitted by the regulations or by a sign applicable to that portion of the highway on which the vehicle was stopped, the inspector may order the driver of the vehicle to and the driver shall remove from the vehicle so much of the load as is necessary to bring the maximum gross mass or the axle mass of the vehicle within the mass permitted on that portion of the highway. (4) An action does not lie against an inspector or the minister or another person in respect of damage done to a vehicle or its load or loss sustained by a person as a consequence of anything done or ordered to be done under this section where the action is not based on malfeasance or misfeasance. (5) A person who (a) does not obey a sign placed or a signal given under paragraph (1)(a ); (b) does not obey an order given under paragraph (1)(b) or (c ); (c) refuses to have weighed a vehicle which the person is driving or which is under the person’s control or direction; or (d) does not remove the portion of the load of a vehicle that an inspector orders under subsection (3), is guilty of an offence. (5.1) A person referred to in subsection (5) is liable to (a) a fine set out in the Schedule; or (b) both a fine and imprisonment. (6) Where the driver of a vehicle refuses to comply with the requirements of this section, an inspector may order the driver of the vehicle not to move the vehicle or may direct the driver of the vehicle to move the vehicle to a place of safety off the highway. (7) An inspector referred to in this section has and may exercise the powers of a peace officer under section 203 for the purpose of this section. (8) An allegation that compliance with an order under this section would or might damage the tires, wheels, axles or other part of the vehicle in respect of which the order is made is not a defence in a prosecution for failure to comply with that order. 1988 c33 s174; 1992 c26 s2 ; 2019 c20 s5 ; 2024 c17 s69 Back to Top Radar detectors 176. (1) A person shall not have the care and control of a motor vehicle that is equipped with or that carries or contains a device capable of detecting or interfering with radar or other electronic equipment that may be used for measuring the speed of motor vehicles. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to (a) a motor vehicle used by a peace officer in the course of the peace officer’s duties; or (b) a motor vehicle used by a person in conducting a traffic survey authorized by the minister. (3) Where a peace officer apprehends a person operating a motor vehicle contrary to subsection (1), the peace officer may seize the device or equipment and it is forfeited to the Crown. (4) A person shall not, without the approval of the minister, sell or offer for sale a device capable of detecting or interfering with radar or other electronic equipment that may be used for measuring the speed of vehicles. 1988 c33 s175; 1990 c43 s14; 2024 c17 s70 Back to Top Cellular telephones and other communication devices 176.1 (1) A person shall not drive a motor vehicle on a highway while holding, or using a hand-held wireless communication device or other prescribed device that is capable of receiving or transmitting telephone communications, electronic data, email or text messages.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection, (1), a person may drive a motor vehicle on a highway while using a device described in that subsection in hands-free mode. (3) Subsection (1) does not apply to (a) the driver of an ambulance, fire department vehicle or police vehicle; (b) a peace officer who is driving a motor vehicle in the discharge of the peace officer’s duties; (c) another prescribed person or class of persons; (d) a person holding or using a device prescribed for the purpose of this subsection; or (e) a person engaged in a prescribed activity or in prescribed conditions or circumstances. (4) Subsection (1) does not apply in respect of the use of (a) a device to contact ambulance, police or fire department emergency services; or (b) a device that is linked to a non-public shortwave radio communication system. (5) Subsection (1) does not apply if (a) the motor vehicle is off the roadway and is not in motion; or (b) the motor vehicle is lawfully parked on the roadway. (6) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council may make regulations, (a) prescribing devices for the purpose of subsection (1); or (b) prescribing persons, classes of persons, devices, activities, conditions and circumstances for the purpose of subsection (3). 2010 c22 s6 ; 2019 c8 s12 ; 2024 c17 s71 Back to Top Offence 177. A person shall not knowingly employ, cause or permit another person to drive a vehicle contrary to this Part. 1988 c33 s176 PART V.1 IMAGE CAPTURING ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS 2019 c20 s6 Back to Top Image capturing enforcement system 177.1 An image capturing enforcement system may be used in accordance with the regulations for enforcing (a) subsections 106(10), (12), (14) and (16 ); (b) subsection 110(3); (c) subsection 110.1(4); (d) subsection 110.2(4); and (e) subsection 137(1). 2019 c20 s6 Back to Top Image capturing enforcement system 177.2 (1) Where a reproduction of an image obtained through the use of an image capturing enforcement system (a) shows the vehicle and the identification plate number displayed on the vehicle; and (b) displays, or has appended to it, the information prescribed by regulation in relation to the offence, the reproduction and the information appended to it are admissible in evidence. (2) The evidence referred to in subsection (1) is proof of the information shown or displayed on the reproduction or appended to it, in the absence of evidence showing that the image capturing enforcement system from which the reproduction was obtained was malfunctioning or was operated improperly. (3) Subsection (2) only applies where (a) the image capturing enforcement system was tested as required by the regulations; and (b) the testing was conducted within the time period before or after the alleged offence, as set out in the regulations. 2019 c20 s6 Back to Top Testers 177.3 (1) The minister may appoint one or more persons as testers to test image capturing enforcement systems or types of systems. (2) In order to prove the requirements set out in subsection 177.2 (3), a copy of a certificate completed and signed by a tester appointed by the minister, stating (a) that the image capturing enforcement system was tested in accordance with the regulations; (b) the date and time of the testing; and (c) that as a result of the testing conducted, the tester ascertained the system to be in proper working order, is admissible in evidence and is proof of the facts stated in the certificate in the absence of evidence to the contrary. (3) It is not necessary to prove the signature or appointment of a tester who signs a certificate under this section. 2019 c20 s6 Back to Top Offences 177.4 A person shall not (a) operate or tow a vehicle on a highway where the identification plate required to be displayed is obstructed in a manner that prevents or is capable of preventing the identification plate from being accurately captured by an image capturing enforcement system; (b) deface, obliterate or interfere with an image capturing enforcement system or any part of it; or (c) alter or remove or attempt to alter or remove an image capturing enforcement system or any part of it. 2019 c20 s6 PART VI SEAT BELT SYSTEMS Back to Top Seat belts 178. (1) In this section and section 178.1, (a) "child seat restraint system" means a car seat of a type described in subsection 178.1(1) required for a child of an age, height or weight described in subsection 178.1(2) that is designed for use, together with a seat belt assembly, in the restraint of a child; and (b) "seat belt assembly" means a device or assembly composed of straps, webbing or similar material that restrains the movement of a person in order to prevent or mitigate injury to the person and includes a pelvic restraint or a pelvic restraint in combination with a torso restraint. (2) A person shall not operate on a highway a vehicle in which a seat belt assembly required under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada) at the time that the vehicle was manufactured or imported into Canada has been removed, rendered partly or wholly inoperative, or modified so as to reduce its effectiveness. (2.1) A person shall not operate a vehicle on a highway where there are more persons in the vehicle than there are effectively operating seat belt assemblies. (3) A person, who operates on a highway a vehicle in which a seat belt assembly is provided for the driver, shall wear the complete seat belt assembly in a properly adjusted and securely fastened manner. (4) A person who is a passenger on a highway in a vehicle in which a seat belt assembly is provided for the seating position occupied by the passenger shall wear the complete seat belt assembly in a properly adjusted and securely fastened manner. (4.1) For the purposes of subsections (3), (4) and (6), a seat belt assembly is considered to be worn in a properly adjusted and securely fastened manner where (a) the pelvic restraint is worn firmly against the body and across the hips; (b) the torso restraint, if any, is worn closely against the body and over the shoulder and across the chest; and (c) the pelvic restraint, and the torso restraint, if any, are securely fastened. (5) Subsections (3) and (4) do not apply to (a) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s27] (b) a person who holds a certificate signed by a medical practitioner licensed under the Medical Act, 2011 or a nurse practitioner as defined in the Nurses Act, certifying that the person is (i) for the period stated in the certificate, unable for medical reasons to wear a seat belt assembly, or (ii) because of size, build or other physical characteristic, unable to wear a seat belt assembly; (c) a person who is actively engaged in the collection of garbage or other waste materials which requires that person to alight from and re-enter a vehicle at frequent intervals and who, while engaged in that work, does not drive or travel in that vehicle at a speed exceeding 20 kilometres an hour; (d) a person under the age of 16 years; (e) a peace officer in the lawful performance of the peace officer’s duties, where compliance would endanger the peace officer or hamper the performance of the peace officer’s duties; (f) a peace officer who, in the lawful performance of the peace officer’s duties, is transporting a person in the peace officer’s custody; or (g) a person who is in the custody of a peace officer. (5.1) A person shall not operate a vehicle on a highway with a person riding on a portion of the vehicle that is not designed or normally used for carrying passengers. (5.2) A person shall not ride on a portion of a vehicle that is not designed or normally used for carrying passengers. (5.3) Subsections (5.1) and (5.2) do not apply to a vehicle participating in a parade while travelling along the parade route. (6) A person shall not operate a vehicle on a highway in which there is a passenger who is under 16 years of age unless that passenger (a) occupies a seating position for which a seat belt assembly has been provided and is wearing the complete seat belt assembly in a properly adjusted and securely fastened manner; or (b) is secured in a child seat restraint system in accordance with subsection 178.1(2), where the passenger is a child to whom that subsection applies. (7) Paragraph (6)(a) does not apply where the passenger (a) is the holder of a certificate signed by a qualified medical practitioner certifying that the passenger is (i) for the period stated in the certificate, unable for medical reasons to wear a seat belt assembly, or (ii) because of size, build or other physical characteristic, unable to wear a seat belt assembly; (b) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s27] (c) [Rep. by 2007 c23 s1] (d) is a person in the custody of a peace officer and being transported by the officer in the lawful performance of the officer’s duties. (8) [Rep. by 2007 c23 s1] (9) [Rep. by 2007 c23 s1] (10) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35] 1988 c33 s177; 1990 c43 s15; 1995 c18 s7 ; 1996 cR-10.1 s35 ; 2006 c23 s9 ; 2007 c23 s1 ; 2009 c9 s27 ; 2013 c15 s7 ; 2019 c8 s12 ; 2024 c17 s72 ; 2024 cN-5.1 s59 Back to Top Child seat restraint systems 178.1 (1) In this section (a) "booster seat" means a child seat restraint system that meets the requirements of Schedule 5, CMVSS 213.2 "Booster Cushions", to the Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions Safety Regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada); (b) "child car seat" means a child seat restraint system that meets the requirements of Schedule 3, CMVSS 213 "Child Restraint Systems", to the Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions Safety Regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada); and (c) "infant car seat" means a child seat restraint system that meets the requirements of Schedule 4, CMVSS 213.1 "Infant Restraint Systems", to the Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions Safety Regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada). (2) Except as otherwise provided in subsections (4) and (5), a person shall not operate on a highway a vehicle in which there is a passenger who is a child 8 years of age or under unless that child is occupying and properly secured in a child seat restraint system in accordance with the following: (a) a child who weighs less than 9 kilograms shall be secured in a rearward-facing infant car seat that is used in the manner recommended by the manufacturer; (b) a child who weighs 9 kilograms or more and less than 18 kilograms shall be secured (i) in a child car seat that is used in the manner recommended by the manufacturer, or (ii) in an infant car seat that is used in the manner recommended by the manufacturer, where the manufacturer's specifications permit or recommend the use of an infant car seat by a child described in this paragraph; and (c) a child who weighs not less than 18 kilograms and not more than 37 kilograms and who is less than 145 centimetres in height shall be secured (i) on a booster seat that is used in the manner recommended by the manufacturer, and by the vehicle's complete seat belt assembly, worn as described in subsection 178(4.1), or (ii) in a child car seat that is used in the manner recommended by the manufacturer, where the manufacturer's specifications permit or recommend the use of a child car seat by a child described in this paragraph. (3) A rearward facing infant car seat shall not be used in a motor vehicle seat that is equipped with an active frontal air bag. (4) Subsection (2) does not apply to the operator on a highway of a vehicle where (a) the passenger is the holder of a certificate signed by a qualified medical practitioner licensed under the Medical Act, 2011 or a nurse practitioner under the Nurses Act, certifying that the passenger is (i) for the period stated in the certificate, unable for medical reasons to be secured in a child seat restraint system, or (ii) because of size, build or other physical characteristic, unable to be secured in a child seat restraint system; or (b) the operator of the vehicle is a peace officer who, in the lawful performance of the peace officer’s duties, is transporting a child in the peace officer’s custody and in the opinion of the peace officer the urgency of the situation makes it impracticable for the child to wear a child seat restraint system. (5) The requirements of paragraph (2)(c) do not apply to the transport of a child described in that paragraph in a bus or school bus that has not been equipped with a seat belt assembly. (6) Notwithstanding subsection (5), the operator of a passenger vehicle designed to carry 6 or fewer passengers in addition to the operator, under a contract with the Crown or a school board, or an agent of the Crown or a school board, to carry children to and from school and school related activities, shall comply with the requirements of subsection (2). 2007 c23 s2 ; 2009 c9 s28 ; 2019 c8 s12 ; 2023 c18 s41 ; 2024 c17 s73 ; 2024 cN-5.1 s59 PART VII TRAFFIC SIGNS AND DIRECTIONS Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 179. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 180. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 181. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 182. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 183. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 184. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 Back to Top Rep. by 1998 c21 s21 185. [Rep. by 1998 c21 s21] 1998 c21 s21 PART VIII REGULATIONS Back to Top Regulations 186. (1) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council may make regulations (a) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35] (b) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35] (c) providing for the issue of drivers' licences (i) for different or certain periods of time, (ii) with different expiry dates, or (iii) of different colours, or (iv) for all or any of the matters referred to in subparagraphs (i), (ii) and (iii ); (c.1) respecting the requirement for and issuing of different classes of licence for differing categories of vehicle or use of a vehicle; (d) establishing a time period for which a driver’s licence or registration of a motor vehicle may be considered valid after the date of payment of a prescribed fee for that licence or registration at a bank and circumstances under which that time period may be varied; (e) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35] (e) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35 as amended by 1997 c13 s62] (f) providing for the remission of fees or a part of them paid under this Act and prescribing the conditions under which they may be remitted; (f.1) prescribing the information and documentation to be provided with an application for a licence to carry on business as a dealer; (f.2) respecting security, including the forfeiture of the security and the disposition of proceeds; (f.3) respecting terms and conditions of licences issued to a dealer; (f.4) respecting records to be kept by a dealer; (f.5) respecting information that a dealer is required to provide to a person purchasing a vehicle; (f.6) respecting the issuance, storage and use of identification plates, markers and dealer plates; (f.7) respecting the collection and remission of fees for dealer plates, identification plates, markers and temporary registrations; (f.8) respecting audits of dealers; (f.9) prescribing the information and documentation to be provided with an application for a licence to carry on business as a transportation network company; (f.10) respecting terms and conditions of licences issued to a transportation network company; (f.11) respecting records to be kept by a transportation network company; (f.12) regulating the operation of motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service, a class of motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service or certain motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service and in particular regulating or prescribing (i) the conduct of passengers in motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service and the drivers of them, (ii) the documents, plates, markers and marks to be carried and the manner in which they are to be carried and displayed, (iii) the taking up and setting down of passengers, (iv) the carriage of luggage and goods in motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service, and (v) the equipment to be carried in motor vehicles used for a ride-sharing service; (g) exempting vehicles from registration and prescribing the restrictions, terms and conditions upon which those vehicles may be exempted from registration; (g.01) prescribing the proportion of a drug in a person's body that constitutes a presence for the purpose of this Act; (g.02) prescribing the proportion of a drug or a combination of a drug and alcohol in a person's body or blood that is prohibited for the purpose of this Act; (g.1) respecting the seizure and impoundment of vehicles under paragraph 75(6.1)(b), including (i) requiring that a notice of seizure be given to the driver and sent to the registrar and the owner of the vehicle, and prescribing the timing and form of this notice, (ii) prescribing the fees to be paid in relation to the impoundment and release of the vehicle, and (iii) prescribing the types of fees and charges that shall be a lien on the impounded vehicle, the priority of those liens and how those liens may be enforced, including the sale or other disposal of the vehicle by the garage operator who takes and stores the seized and impounded vehicle or by the registrar, which sale or other disposal may vary according to the value of the vehicle; (h) providing for a demerit point system for drivers and in particular, (i) requiring the registrar to keep a record of the convictions specified in the regulations of each novice driver and driver, whether resident or non-resident, for offences under this Act or the regulations or regulations made under section 189 or 189.1 or for an offence under the Criminal Code involving the use of a motor vehicle, (ii) prescribing the number of points which the registrar shall assess against the record of each novice driver or driver in respect of the convictions referred to in subparagraph (i), (iii) requiring the registrar to give a warning notice to a novice driver or driver after a certain number of points, which shall be specified in the regulations, have been assessed against that novice driver or driver, (iv) requiring the registrar to request a novice driver or driver to appear before the registrar or a person that the regulations may provide for after more than a specified minimum number of points but not more than a higher specified number of points have been assessed against the novice driver or driver, for an interview, with a view to helping the novice driver or driver to improve driving habits, (v) providing for the suspension of the driver's licence of a novice driver or driver who fails or refuses to attend an interview referred to in subparagraph (iv) until that novice driver or driver attends and participates in that interview, (vi) enabling the registrar to order a novice driver or driver who attends an interview referred to in subparagraph (iv) to undergo a medical examination or driver's test or both and to suspend the driver's licence of that novice driver or driver until that novice driver or driver complies with the order, (vii) enabling the registrar to suspend the licence of a novice driver or driver as a result of the report of a medical examination or driver's test referred to in subparagraph (vi), (viii) enabling the registrar to suspend or cancel the driver's licence of a novice driver or driver against whom the registrar has assessed a number of points specified in the regulations within a period of time specified in the regulations and providing for the period of suspension or for the period within which a driver's licence shall not be issued to a novice driver or driver whose licence has been cancelled, (ix) providing for the issuing of a driver's licence to a person whose licence has been suspended or cancelled under regulations made under subparagraph (viii) to operate a motor vehicle of the class specified on the licence and for conditions under which the licence may be issued or to which it shall be subject, (x) prescribing conditions under which the registrar may reduce the period of suspension provided for in regulations made under subparagraph (viii), (xi) requiring the registrar in the case of a novice driver or driver who is not a resident of the province to notify the official responsible for the administration of motor vehicle laws in the jurisdiction outside the province where that driver lives that the driver has been convicted of an offence referred to in subparagraph (i) and the number of points assessed against the record of the driver in this province, (xii) defining probationary drivers, (xiii) prescribing the period during which a person shall be classed as a probationary driver, (xiv) prescribing the circumstances under which the driver's licence of a probationary driver shall be cancelled or suspended and the length of the suspension, (xv) prescribing circumstances under which a probationary driver may be required to attend before an official of the department for an interview and those examinations that may be required, (xvi) prescribing circumstances under which a probationary driver may be required to produce evidence with regard to successful completion of a driver improvement course approved by the minister, and (xvii) prescribing modifications to the demerit point system where it applies to probationary drivers and exempting probationary drivers from a provision of the demerit point system; (i) providing for the seizure and impoundment of motor vehicles by a peace officer where the officer has reason to believe that a person who was operating the vehicle contravened subsection 43(6), and in particular, (i) enabling the peace officer to delay seizing the vehicle in certain circumstances, (ii) providing for the release of a stolen vehicle, (iii) requiring that a notice of seizure be given to the driver and sent to the registrar and the owner of the vehicle, and prescribing the timing and form of this notice, (iv) prescribing the period of impoundment, (v) where the owner of the vehicle was not the person operating the vehicle, enabling the owner of the vehicle to apply for early release of the vehicle where (A) the owner could not reasonably have been expected to know that the person who was operating the vehicle was disqualified from driving, or (B) the owner establishes that the impoundment of the vehicle would cause the owner exceptional hardship, (vi) prescribing the criteria for establishing exceptional hardship for the purpose of subparagraph (v), (vii) enabling the owner and operator of the vehicle to apply for early release of the vehicle where the owner and operator establish that they had no reason to believe that they were disqualified from driving, (viii) providing for an appeal of a decision on an application for early release of a vehicle, (ix) prescribing the fees to be paid in relation to the impoundment and release of the vehicle, and (x) prescribing the types of fees and charges that shall be a lien on the impounded vehicle, the priority of those liens and how those liens may be enforced, including the sale or other disposal of the vehicle by the garage operator who takes and stores the seized and impounded vehicle or by the registrar, which sale or other disposal may vary according to the value of the vehicle; (i.1) respecting the seizure and impoundment of vehicles that are dangerous or unfit for use, including (i) requiring that a notice of seizure be given to the driver and sent to the registrar and the owner of the vehicle, and prescribing the timing and form of this notice, (ii) prescribing the period of impoundment, (iii) prescribing the fees to be paid in relation to the impoundment and release of the vehicle, and (iv) prescribing the types of fees and charges that shall be a lien on the impounded vehicle, the priority of those liens and how those liens may be enforced, including the sale or other disposal of the vehicle by the garage operator who takes and stores the seized and impounded vehicle or by the registrar, which sale or other disposal may vary according to the value of the vehicle; (i.2) providing for the seizure and impoundment of motor vehicles by a peace officer after a demand is made by a peace officer under section 320.27 or 320.28 of the Criminal Code , and in particular, (i) prescribing the circumstances under which a vehicle may be seized and impounded, (ii) requiring that a notice of seizure be given to the driver and sent to the registrar and the owner of the vehicle, and prescribing the timing and form of this notice, (iii) prescribing the period of impoundment, (iv) prescribing the circumstances under which an owner may apply for the early release of a vehicle, (v) providing for an appeal of a decision on an application for early release of a vehicle, (vi) prescribing the fees to be paid in relation to the impoundment and release of the vehicle, and (vii) prescribing the types of fees and charges that shall be a lien on the impounded vehicle, the priority of those liens and how those liens may be enforced, including the sale or other disposal of the vehicle by the garage operator who takes and stores the seized and impounded vehicle or by the registrar, which sale or other disposal may vary according to the value of the vehicle; and (i.3) providing for the seizure and impoundment of motor vehicles by a peace officer where the officer has reason to believe that a person who was operating a vehicle contravened paragraph 110(3)(e), 110.1(4)(e), 110.2(4)(e), subsection 168(1) or 168.1(1), and in particular, (i) enabling the peace officer to delay seizing the vehicle in certain circumstances, (ii) providing for the release of a stolen vehicle, (iii) requiring that a notice of seizure be given to the driver and sent to the registrar and the owner of the vehicle, and prescribing the timing and form of this notice, (iv) prescribing the period of impoundment, (v) prescribing the circumstances under which an owner may apply for the early release of a vehicle, (vi) providing for an appeal of a decision on an application for early release of a vehicle, (vii) prescribing the fees to be paid in relation to the impoundment and release of the vehicle, and (viii) prescribing the types of fees and charges that shall be a lien on the impounded vehicle, the priority of those liens and how those liens may be enforced, including the sale or other disposal of the vehicle by the garage operator who takes and stores the seized and impounded vehicle or by the registrar, which sale or other disposal may vary according to the value of the vehicle; (i.4) defining image capturing enforcement systems; (i.5) prescribing information for the purposes of paragraph 177.2(1)(b ); (i.6) specifying a test or tests for ascertaining that an image capturing enforcement system is in proper working order and when testing is required to be conducted; and (j) respecting the mandatory use of an ignition interlock device under section 73.1 and providing for the establishment of an ignition interlock program in one or more designated parts of the province allowing persons whose driver's licence or driving privileges have been suspended to apply for reinstatement under prescribed conditions including the use of an ignition interlock device, including (i) approving ignition interlock devices, (ii) prescribing standards and duties with respect to the installation, operation and maintenance of approved ignition interlock devices, (iii) providing for the payment of expenses and fees respecting the installation, use, maintenance and removal of ignition interlock devices, (iv) providing a method to determine whether an approved ignition interlock device is in place in a vehicle where it is required and whether it is working, (v) extending the period during which an ignition interlock device shall be used, (vi) providing penalties for a person who drives a motor vehicle that is not equipped with an approved ignition interlock device while prohibited from doing so, (vii) providing penalties for tampering with or removing an ignition interlock device, (viii) providing penalties for assisting a person with the improper use of an ignition interlock device, and (ix) prescribing criteria for eligibility in the ignition interlock program and for the removal of an ignition interlock device once installed. (k) [Rep. by 2009 c9 s29] (2) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council may, in addition to or instead of regulations made under subsection (1), adopt by reference and constitute as regulations the whole or part or provisions of a code adopted or standards fixed, with or without modification, and including amendments now or afterward made to the code or standard, by an organization acceptable to the Lieutenant-Governor in Council. (3) A certificate of the minister that a document is a copy of a code or standard referred to in subsection (2) or an extract from, a modification of, or an amendment to, a code or standard is without further proof presumptive evidence of the content of that code, standard, extract or amendment. (4) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council may, in a regulation made under subsection (1), prescribe penalties, in addition to the penalties prescribed by this Act, for failure to comply with or other contravention of (a) the regulations; or (b) a term or condition prescribed in or in respect of or attached to a permit or licence issued under the regulations, and the additional penalties prescribed may be imposed by a court. 1988 c33 s185; 1990 c43 s16; 1996 cR-10.1 s35 ; 1997 c13 s62 ; 1998 c16 s12 ; 1999 c40 s2 ; 2002 c11 s7 ; 2004 c27 s23 ; 2006 c23 s10 ; 2009 c9 s29 ; 2012 c17 s5 ; 2017 c4 s5 ; 2017 c28 s14 ; 2018 c25 s10 ; 2018 c37 s18 ; 2019 c20 s7 ; 2020 c13 s2 ; 2023 c24 s8 ; 2024 c17 s74 Back to Top Minister may make regulations 187. (1) The Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure or the minister may make regulations respecting the operation of vehicles on highways and for regulating vehicular and other traffic on highways and in particular, (a) regulating the width, height and length of motor vehicles and trailers, and the loads which may be carried by them on highways; (b) regulating the maximum mass, laden and unladen, of motor vehicles and trailers and the conditions under which the masses may be required to be tested; (c) prescribing particulars to be marked on motor vehicles and trailers; (d) regulating the towing or drawing of vehicles by motor vehicles or traction engines; (e) prescribing the conditions under which a person who is learning to drive may drive a motor vehicle on a highway; (f) fixing the maximum or minimum speeds at which motor vehicles may be driven upon a highway; (g) regulating the use of specified highways or parts of highways either absolutely or subject to conditions, including conditions as to place and direction of entry and departure, and either generally or at or between specified times; (h) regulating the routes or directions to be followed by vehicles from one specified point to another; (i) regulating the relative position in the roadway of traffic of differing speeds or types; (j) prescribing highways or parts of highways which may be specially designated and attaching special responsibility to drivers of vehicles entering those highways or parts of highways; (k) prescribing the places where vehicles may not turn so as to face in the opposite direction to that in which they were proceeding or where they may so turn only under conditions prescribed by the regulations; (l) regulating the carriage of loads of exceptionally heavy mass or exceptionally large dimensions on highways; (m) regulating the number and dimensions and mass of trailers which may be drawn on highways by vehicles; (n) regulating the loading and unloading of articles onto or from vehicles on specified highways; (o) regulating the transportation of inflammable substances on highways; (p) regulating the stopping of vehicles in specified highways for the purposes of picking up or discharging passengers; (q) regulating the maximum mass of loads which may be carried by commercial motor vehicles on highways and the maximum gross mass at which vehicles may be operated; (r) regulating the manner in which and the times and places at which and the conditions on which vehicles may draw up, stand, park, wait or be left unattended on highways; (s) for the purpose of paragraph (r) defining the expressions "draw up", "stand", "park", "wait" and "unattended "; (t) regulating the parking, standing or waiting of vehicles on highways, in order to facilitate snow ploughing, snow removal or street cleaning; (u) prescribing rules as to procedure to be observed as between vehicles proceeding in the same direction or in opposite directions or when crossing; (v) prescribing the signals to be used by traffic officers engaged in regulating traffic; (w) regulating the leading or driving of horses, cattle, sheep and other animals on highways; (x) regulating the manner and prescribing the conditions subject to which and the times at which horses may be ridden on highways; (y) prescribing places in highways and other public places where vehicles may or may not wait, either generally or at particular times , and the manner of placing those vehicles; (z) regulating the erection or placing and the removal of works or objects likely to hinder the free circulation of traffic on a highway or likely to occasion danger to passengers or vehicles; (aa) regulating the reservation of highways or parts of highways for parking purposes and the charging and collection of fees for parking, by means of mechanical appliances, and generally in respect of other matters in connection with parking for which the minister considers regulations necessary; (bb) respecting the securing of loads carried by motor vehicles and trailers; (cc) respecting the registration of mopeds and the operation of mopeds on a highway; (dd) designating buses as school buses or exempting buses from the designation of being school buses; and (ee) for enabling the department in the event of a person failing to do anything which under the regulations that person ought to have done, to do the act and to recover the expenses of doing the act from the person so in default as a civil debt. (1.1) The minister may, in addition to or instead of regulations made under subsection (1), adopt by reference and constitute as regulations the whole or part or provisions of a code adopted or standards fixed, with or without modification, and including amendments now or afterward made to the code or standard, by an organization acceptable to the minister. (2) The minister may make different regulations under subsection (1) in respect of different classes or descriptions of vehicles or traffic and in respect of the same class or description of vehicles or traffic in different circumstances and the minister may make regulations to apply generally or to a particular part of the province or to particular places or highways or parts of highways or classes of highways and generally or during particular periods or at or between specified times or on specified occasions or at specified times only or in particular circumstances or conditions only and may prescribe exceptions or limitations in favour of or against vehicles or traffic of a particular class or kind or vehicles operated for a specified purpose. (3) A person who acts in contravention of a regulation made under this section is guilty of an offence, but a regulation may state that it is for the purposes of direction and in that case a contravention does not constitute an offence. (4) A regulation made by the minister under this section may provide that failure by a person to comply with it or that failure to comply with the indication given by a traffic sign or to exercise special caution when a sign for warning users of the highway of the need for special caution is displayed shall not of itself make that person liable to prosecution under this Act but that a failure of that kind may in a proceeding be relied upon by a party to the proceedings as tending to establish or negate the liability which is in question in those proceedings. (5) A person shall not operate a motor vehicle or trailer on a highway where the motor vehicle or trailer does not comply with regulations applicable to the class or description of vehicles to which the vehicle belongs as to construction, mass or equipment of the vehicle. (6) Subject to the approval of the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, the minister may, in a regulation made under subsection (1), prescribe penalties, in addition to the penalties prescribed by this Act, for failure to comply with or other contravention of (a) the regulations; or (b) a term or condition prescribed in or in respect of or attached to a permit or licence issued under the regulations, and the additional penalties so prescribed may be imposed by a court. 1988 c33 s186; 1998 c21 s22 ; 2018 c37 s18 ; 2024 c17 s75 Back to Top Police orders 188. (1) The Chief of Police may in respect of a part of the province in which the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary performs policing duties and the commanding officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in the province may in respect of a part of the province in which the Royal Canadian Mounted Police performs policing duties make and publish in an appropriate newspaper, orders (a) as to the line to be kept by persons driving or riding a vehicle or animals on a highway; (b) as to the manner in which vehicles may be drawn up while waiting on a highway; (c) as to the route to be observed by a vehicle, horses and persons; and (d) for preventing obstructions on a highway in a case where the highway is likely to be thronged or obstructed. (2) The Chief of Police or the commanding officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police may give directions to traffic officers for the purpose of regulating traffic in the neighbourhood of public offices, churches, theatres and other places of public resort. (3) Every breach of an order made or directions given under subsections (1) and (2) constitutes a separate offence. (4) An order made under this section does not constitute subordinate legislation for the purpose of the Statutes and Subordinate Legislation Act. 1988 c33 s187; 1996 cR-10.1 s35 Back to Top Municipal regulations 189. (1) The Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure may by order delegate to the council of a municipality power to make regulations, which shall not conflict with this Act, (a) fixing the maximum or minimum speeds at which motor vehicles may be driven upon a highway in the municipality; (b) regulating the use of specified highways or parts of them either absolutely or subject to conditions, including conditions as to place and direction of entry and departure and either generally or at or between specified times; (c) regulating the routes or directions to be followed by vehicles from one specified point to another; (d) regulating the relative position in the roadway of traffic of differing speeds or types; (e) prescribing the places where vehicles may not turn so as to face in the opposite direction to that in which they were proceeding or where they may so turn only under conditions prescribed by the regulations; (f) regulating the loading and unloading of articles onto or from vehicles on specified highways; (g) regulating the stopping of vehicles on specified highways for the purpose of picking up or discharging passengers; (h) [Rep. by 2023 cT-6.2 s321] (i) [Rep. by 2023 cT-6.2 s321] (j) [Rep. by 2023 cT-6.2 s321] (k) regulating the leading or driving of horses, cattle, sheep and other animals on highways; (l) regulating the manner and prescribing the conditions subject to which and the times at which horses may be ridden on highways; (m) prescribing places on highways and in other public places where vehicles may or may not wait, either generally or at particular times , and the manner of placing those vehicles; (n) regulating the reservation of highways or parts of highways for parking purposes and the charging and collection of fees for parking, and generally in respect of other matters in connection with parking for which the council considers regulations necessary; and (o) for enabling the council, in the event of a person failing to do anything which under the regulations that person ought to have done, to do that act and to recover the expenses of that act from the person so in default as a civil debt. (2) A council to which the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure has delegated power under subsection (1) may make different regulations under that subsection in respect of different classes or descriptions of vehicles or traffic and in respect of the same class or description of vehicles or traffic in different circumstances, and may make regulations to apply generally or to a particular part of the municipality or to particular places or roads, streets or bridges and generally or during particular periods or at or between specified times or on specified occasions or at specified times only or in particular circumstances or conditions only, and may prescribe exceptions or limitations in favour of or against vehicles or traffic of a particular class or kind of vehicles operated for a specified purpose. (3) Subject to the approval of the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, a council may make regulations under subsection (1) specifying penalties. (4) A council which makes regulations in respect of a matter referred to in paragraphs (1)(a) to (n) may appoint 1 or more peace officers to enforce the regulations. (5) A peace officer appointed under subsection (4) has and may exercise within the limits of the municipality under the control and management of the council the powers of a peace officer in connection with the enforcement of the regulations made by the council under subsection (1). (6) Notwithstanding subsection (7), regulations made by a council under subsection (1) have effect only within the limits of the municipality and in respect of those roads, streets, lanes, sidewalks, parking areas and bridges within the municipality the ownership, management or control of which is vested in the council and, subject to the approval of the minister, in respect of a highway which passes through the municipality and the ownership, management and control of which is not vested in the council. (7) A council to which the minister has delegated the power to make regulations under subsection (1) has and shall be considered to have had power to amend or revoke and substitute other regulations for regulations made by the minister under section 187 or section 60 of the Works, Services and Transportation Act on a matter referred to in subsection (1) and regulations made under subsection (1) prevail over regulations made under section 187 or section 60 of the Works, Services and Transportation Act in respect of those matters referred to in subsection (1) of this section. (8) A council shall publish a notice in the Gazette and in at least one newspaper circulating in the municipality stating that it has made regulations under this section and the council shall make the regulations available upon request, without charge. (9) Regulations made by a council under this section have effect from the date of publication of the notice referred to in subsection (8) in the Gazette or from a later date that may be specified in the regulations. (10) Regulations made by a council under this section but not published in the Gazette as required by subsection (8) as it read before the passage of subsection (8) at the same time as the passage of this subsection are considered to have had effect for all purposes notwithstanding that they were not published. (11) Subsection (10) is considered to have come into force on June 22, 19 51 . 1988 c33 s188; 1998 c21 s23 ; 1999 c40 s3 2002 c17 s1 ; 2024 c17 s76 ; 2023 cT-6.2 s321 Back to Top Airport authority regulations 189.1 (1) Notwithstanding paragraph 2(aa), in this section highway includes a place or way on airport authority lands. (2) An airport authority, named in an order that the Lieutenant-Governor in Council may make, may with the approval of the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure make regulations (a) fixing the maximum or minimum speeds at which motor vehicles may be driven upon airport authority lands; (b) regulating the use of specified highways or parts of them either absolutely or subject to conditions, including conditions as to place and direction of entry; (c) regulating the routes or directions to be followed by vehicles from one specified point to another; (d) regulating the relative position in the roadway of traffic of differing speeds or types; (e) prescribing the places where vehicles may not turn so as to face in the opposite direction to that in which they were proceeding or where they may so turn only under conditions prescribed by the regulations; (f) regulating the loading and unloading of articles onto or from vehicles on specified highways; (g) regulating the stopping of vehicles on specified highways for the purpose of picking up or discharging passengers; (h) regulating the manner in which and the times and places at which and the conditions on which vehicles may draw up, stand, park, wait or be left unattended on highways; (i) for the purpose of paragraph (h) defining the expressions "draw up", "stand", "park", and "unattended "; (j) regulating the parking, standing or waiting of vehicles on highways, in order to facilitate snow ploughing, snow removal or street cleaning; (k) regulating the leading or driving of horses, cattle, sheep and other animals on highways; (l) regulating the manner and prescribing the conditions subject to which and the times at which horses may be ridden on highways; (m) prescribing the places on highways and in other public places where vehicles may or may not wait, either generally or at particular times , and the manner of placing those vehicles; (n) regulating the reservation of highways or parts of highways for parking purposes and the charging and collection of fees for parking and generally in respect of other matters in connection with parking; and (o) creating an offence for contravention of the regulations and prescribing a penalty in the form of a fine, a late payment penalty and imprisonment in default of payment of a fine or late payment penalty. (3) Different regulations may be made under subsection (2) in respect of different classes or descriptions of vehicles or traffic and in respect of the same class or description of vehicles or traffic in different circumstances, and may apply generally or to a particular part of the airport authority lands or to particular places or roads, streets or bridges and may apply generally or during particular periods or at or between specified times or on specified occasions or at specified times only or in particular circumstances or conditions only. (4) An airport authority may appoint one or more persons to enforce regulations made under subsection (2). (5) Regulations made under subsection (2) have effect only within the airport authority lands of the airport authority making the regulations. (6) Regulations made under subsection (2) shall be published in the Gazette and in at least one other newspaper circulating in the municipality nearest the airport property and shall have effect from the date of publication in the Gazette or from a later date that may be specified in the regulations. 1999 c40 s4 ;

2024 c17 s77 Back to Top Airport authority fines 189.2 (1) A fine recovered under the regulations made under subsection 189.1(2) shall be forwarded by the court imposing the fine to the Department of Justice and Public Safety which shall send the fine to the airport authority. (2) The airport authority shall pay the province $5, or another amount that the Minister of Justice and Public Safety may order, for every ticket processed by the province for a violation of the regulations made under section 189.1. 1999 c40 s4 ; 2024 c17 s78 Back to Top Council's powers 190. (1) A council to which the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure has delegated power under subsection 189(1) has, with the approval of the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, which approval may be given to the council generally or with respect to particular traffic signs or classes of traffic signs, the power to place on a road, street, lane, sidewalk, bridge or highway referred to in subsection 189(6) traffic signs referred to in Part V or prescribed by regulations made by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under Part I.1 of the Works, Services and Transportation Act . (2) Section 34.3 of the Works, Services and Transportation Act applies to traffic signs placed on a highway under subsection (1). 1988 c33 s189; 1993 c53 s13 ; 1998 c21 s24 ; 2024 c17 s79 Back to Top St. John's Traffic Commission 191. The St. John's Municipal Council may delegate to a commission, to be known as "The St. John's Traffic Commission" consisting of 7 persons appointed annually by the council, all or any of the powers delegated to the council or approved by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under sections 189 and 190 and those sections shall apply to the commission as if it were a council to which powers were delegated or approved by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under those sections. 1988 c33 s190; 1998 c21 s25 ; 2024 c17 s80 Back to Top Corner Brook Traffic Commission 192. The Corner Brook City Council may delegate to a commission, to be known as "The Corner Brook Traffic Commission", appointed annually by the council, all or any of the powers delegated to the council or approved by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under sections 189 and 190 and those sections shall apply to the commission as if it were a council to which powers were delegated or approved by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under those sections. 1988 c33 s191; 1998 c21 s26 ; 2024 c17 s81 Back to Top Mount Pearl Traffic Commission 193. The Mount Pearl City Council may delegate to a commission, to be known as "The Mount Pearl Traffic Commission," appointed annually by the council, all or any of the powers delegated to the council or approved by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under sections 189 and 190 and those sections shall apply to the commission as if it were a council to which powers were delegated or approved by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under those sections. 1988 c33 s191.1; 1998 c21 s27 ; 2024 c17 s82 Back to Top Regulations re: instructors 194. (1) The minister may make regulations (a) regulating the issue of certificates to instructors; (b) prescribing the qualifications required to be met by an instructor before a certificate is issued to the instructor in accordance with regulations made under paragraph (a ); (c) regulating the conditions under which an instructor may instruct persons learning to drive; (d) prescribing the equipment for dual-control training vehicles and other motor vehicles to be used by instructors in the instruction of persons learning to drive; and (e) prohibiting a person from advertising or otherwise representing to be an instructor for compensation or instructing a person for compensation where the person does not hold a certificate issued in accordance with regulations made under paragraph (a) and a licence issued by the registrar under regulations made under section 195. (2) In this section (a) "dual-control training vehicle" means a motor vehicle equipped with at least 2 brake pedals and 2 steering wheels and so designed that the vehicle can be operated from either the right or left hand position; and (b) "instructor" means a person who is the holder of a valid driver's licence and operates a motor vehicle for the purpose of instructing another person with regard to the skill and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of a motor vehicle. 1988 c33 s192; 2024 c17 s83 Back to Top Regulations respecting equipment 195. (1) The minister may make regulations for the better administration of Parts II and III (a) regulating the equipment and appliances which shall be installed in or form part of a vehicle to ensure its safe operation and control, to protect passengers being carried in the vehicle and other persons and vehicles using the highway, and to eliminate or reduce noise or other nuisances incidental to the operation of the vehicle and in particular regulating (i) the steering gear, (ii) the number and nature of the brakes, (iii) the installation and operation of lights, including headlights, tail lights , brake lights, identification lights, parking lights, clearance lights, directional lights, spotlights, fog lamps and other auxiliary lights, distinguishing lights for use on emergency vehicles and other classes of vehicles which may be specified in the regulations, lights on animal-drawn vehicles and lights on bicycles, (iv) signalling devices other than directional lights, (v) warning devices, (vi) mufflers, (vii) windshields and other windows and the provision and use of windshield wipers, (viii) rear-view mirrors, (ix) the installation and operation of radios and televisions sets in vehicles, (x) warning lights or flags to be affixed at the end of objects protruding beyond the rear end of a vehicle, (xi) the installation and use of mud flaps on vehicles, (xii) tail boards, (xiii) tires, (xiv) the installation and maintenance of draw bars on trailers, and (xv) the installation and maintenance of guards on propellers of snowmobiles and snowplanes ; (a.1) prescribing standards or specifications for bicycle helmets; (a.2) providing for and requiring the identification and marking of bicycle helmets; (a.3) exempting any person or class of persons from the requirements of paragraph 129(2)(c.1) and prescribing conditions for exemptions; (b) regulating the equipping of vehicles with luggage racks and carriers and the packing or stowage of luggage; (c) regulating the sale or other transfer of vehicles whose equipment and appliances do not comply with the regulations; (d) providing for the designation of inspectors to inspect vehicles; (e) requiring or providing for the inspection of vehicles on a highway or elsewhere generally or under circumstances or for purposes specified in the regulations; (f) providing for the classification of vehicles on the basis of the results of an inspection and the issue of certificates of classification; (g) prescribing standards to be met by a vehicle on an inspection before it may be operated for specified purposes or at all and prohibiting the use of a vehicle which does not meet those standards or providing for its use subject to prescribed conditions or restrictions; (h) requiring that equipment and appliances referred to in the regulations be efficient and kept in good working order; (i) regulating the use of equipment and appliances on vehicles which may cause annoyance or danger to persons or other vehicles using the highway or damage to highways; (j) regulating the use of horns, bells, sirens or other devices or appliances used to give warning of the approach of vehicles; (k) prescribing the colour of school buses or a class of school buses or of the same class used in different circumstances or for different purposes; (l) regulating the operation of taxis, a class of taxis or certain taxis and in particular regulating or prescribing (i) the conduct of passengers in taxis and the drivers of them, (ii) the documents, plates, markers and marks to be carried and the manner in which they are to be carried and displayed, (iii) the taking up and setting down of passengers, (iv) the carriage of luggage and goods on taxis, and (v) the equipment to be carried in taxis or on them; (m) regulating the equipment to be carried on and the operation of buses or school buses and in particular regulating or prescribing (i) the conduct of passengers in them, (ii) the conduct of persons acting as drivers or conductors of buses or school buses, (iii) the documents, plates, markers and marks to be carried and the manner in which they are to be carried and displayed, (iv) the taking up and setting down of passengers, (v) the carriage of luggage and goods on buses or school buses, (vi) the equipment to be carried on buses or school buses, and (vii) the number of passengers a bus or school bus is adapted to carry and the maximum number who may be carried; (n) prescribing the manner in which identification plates and markers issued under subsection 34(1) shall be affixed and displayed, and prescribing those plates, markers or both which may be issued by the registrar in addition to those issued under sections 16 and 34, the conditions under which those plates and markers may be issued and the manner in which those plates and markers shall be affixed or displayed; (o) prescribing the method and the indicator by which the expiry month applicable to the annual renewal of each vehicle licence shall be determined; (p) regulating the transfer of ownership of vehicles; (q) establishing, for the purpose of the issuing of drivers' licences, classes of motor vehicles; (r) regulating the issuing of and prescribing the qualifications for drivers' licences to drivers of different classes of vehicles; (s) prescribing the minimum age of persons to whom drivers' licences may be issued for the operation of motor vehicles including prescribing a different minimum age in relation to licences to operate different classes of motor vehicles; (t) prescribing the number of years of experience required to operate different classes of motor vehicles; (u) providing for different medical tests and standards that the registrar may require before issuing a licence to operate a particular class of motor vehicle; (u.1) prescribe requirements for the successful completion of an educational program prior to reinstatement of driving privileges for a driver whose driver's licence was suspended due to alcohol or drug-related offences; (u.2) provide for screening tests to determine whether or not a driver is dependent upon alcohol or other drugs and, where necessary, completion of an appropriate rehabilitation program before a driver's licence reinstatement for drivers with repeat alcohol-related or drug or drug and alcohol-related suspensions; (v) providing for the endorsement of drivers' licences to authorize the holders of them to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes; (w) regulating the issue of those licences or permits other than those specified in this section that may, in the opinion of the minister, be necessary or desirable in respect of the operation of vehicles; (x) prescribing the qualifications of persons to be appointed to examine applicants for drivers' licences; and (y) varying or supplementing the provisions of section 55 on the subject of instruction in driving. (2) The minister may in addition to or instead of regulations made under paragraphs (1)(a), (b) and (g) adopt by reference and constitute as regulations the whole or part or provisions of a code adopted or standards fixed, with or without modification and including amendments now or afterward made, by the Canadian Standards Association and a certificate of the minister that a document is a copy of a code or standard referred to in this subsection or an extract from, a modification of or an amendment to a code or standard is without further proof presumptive evidence of the content of that code or standard or extract or amendment. (2.1) The minister may in addition to or instead of regulations made under paragraph (a.1) adopt by reference and constitute as regulations the whole or part or provisions of a code adopted or standards fixed, with or without modification and including amendments now or afterward made, by an organization acceptable to the minster and a certificate of the minister that a document is a copy of a code or standard referred to in this subsection or an extract from, a modification of or an amendment to a code or standard is without further proof presumptive evidence of the content of that code or standard or extract or amendment. (3) The minister may, in addition to or instead of regulations made under subsection (1), adopt, with or without modification, by reference and constitute as regulations the whole or a part or a provision of a medical code adopted or standards fixed, and including amendments to a medical code or standard now or afterward made, by the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators. (4) A certificate of the minister that a document is a copy of a code or standard referred to in subsection (3) or an extract is without further proof presumptive evidence of the content of that code or standard or extract or amendment. (5) Subject to the approval of the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, in a regulation made under this section, the minister may prescribe penalties for a failure to comply with or other contravention of the regulations. 1988 c33 s193; 1994 c18 s15 ; 2006 c23 s11 ; 2008 c57 s6 ; 2009 c9 s30 ; 2014 c28 s2 Back to Top Non-repairable or salvage vehicles 195.1 Where (a) an insurer; (b) an insurance adjuster; (c) a self insurer; (d) an owner of a vehicle; or (e) a class of person specified in regulations made under subsection 196(1), determines that a vehicle is a non-repairable vehicle or a salvage vehicle, that person shall report that determination to the registrar in a form required by the registrar within 10 calendar days after the determination is made. 1998 c21 s28 ; 2006 c23 s12 Back to Top Inspection stations 196. (1) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council may make regulations (a) governing the registration of official inspection stations; (b) authorizing the performance of motor vehicle inspections and tests by qualified persons; (c) prescribing the conditions that shall attach to the establishment and registration of official inspection stations; (d) prescribing the qualifications of persons who may perform inspections or tests; (e) prescribing the records that shall be kept, and the manner in which they shall be kept, respecting work performed in the course of , or in connection with, an inspection; (f) providing for the examination of records kept in connection with an inspection by those persons that the registrar may designate; (g) providing the means to identify official inspection stations; (h) providing the means to identify those persons authorized to perform inspections and tests; (i) prescribing the inspections and tests to which motor vehicles, or classes of motor vehicles, are to be submitted; (j) prescribing when or how often motor vehicles are to be submitted to inspections and tests; (k) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35] (k) requiring classes of persons to report a determination that a vehicle is a non-repairable vehicle or a salvage vehicle; (l) [Rep. by 1996 cR-10.1 s35] (m) requiring the owners of vehicles that do not pass an inspection or test to take the action that is necessary so that the vehicles will be able to pass the inspections and tests; and (n) prescribing penalties for violations of the regulations made under this section including the revocation of authorization to perform motor vehicle inspections and tests issued under the regulations. (2) The owner of every motor vehicle registered under this Act shall submit the vehicle to the periodic inspections and tests that are required by the regulations. 1988 c33 s194; 1996 cR-10.1 s35 ; 1998 c21 s29 Back to Top Regulations re: Safety Code 197. (1) The minister may make regulations respecting commercial motor vehicle carriers and commercial motor vehicles and trailers, including regulations to give effect to the National Safety Code for commercial motor vehicle carriers and commercial motor vehicles and trailers (a) prescribing the maximum period for which a driver may operate a commercial motor vehicle without a period of rest; (b) prescribing training programs that a commercial motor vehicle carrier shall establish for employees including driver training, maintaining records, first aid, preventive vehicular maintenance, vehicle inspection and the handling of dangerous goods; (c) prescribing records that a commercial motor vehicle carrier shall maintain; (d) prescribing preventive maintenance programs that a commercial motor vehicle carrier shall establish and the records to be maintained respecting those repairs; (e) prescribing performance records to be kept by the registrar respecting commercial motor vehicle carriers and drivers; (f) prescribing periods of suspension where, because of fatigue, medication, drugs, alcohol, general physical condition or other impairment, an inspector considers a driver unsuitable to operate a commercial motor vehicle; (g) prescribing standards for loading commercial motor vehicles and penalties for contravening those standards; (h) prescribing a system of rating the performance of commercial motor vehicle carriers and prescribing penalties, including suspension, which may be assessed against those carriers having an unsatisfactory rating; (i) prescribing the procedure for an inspector to conduct an audit of the records of a commercial motor vehicle carrier for the purpose of determining whether the regulations are being complied with; (i.1) respecting the sale or transfer of the commercial motor vehicle carrier's business or assets by a commercial motor vehicle carrier; and (j) prescribing inspections of a commercial motor vehicle that a driver of a commercial motor vehicle shall perform and the reports required concerning those inspections. (2) The minister may, subject to the approval of the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, prescribe a penalty for a contravention of the regulations made under subsection (1). (3) In this section "commercial motor vehicle carrier" means a person, partnership or corporation that owns, leases or is responsible for the operation of a commercial motor vehicle for the purpose of transporting passengers or goods. 1988 c33 s195; 1990 c43 s17; 1998 c21 s30 2004 c18 s3 ; 2024 c17 s84 Back to Top Regulations re: transportation network companies in municipalities 197.1 The minister may make regulations prescribing municipalities in which transportation network companies are not permitted to carry on business. 2023 c24 s9 PART IX LEGAL PROCEEDINGS, MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES AND PENALTIES Back to Top Limitation period 198. [(1), (2), (3) & (4) Rep. by 1995 cL-16.1 s.30(3)] (5) Where an action is brought against a non-resident for the recovery of damages occasioned by a motor vehicle the court may order the defendant to post security for a judgment that may be given and order the motor vehicle to be detained until the security has been posted. 1988 c33 s196; 1990 c62 s13; 1995 cL-16.1 s30(3) Back to Top Contract void 199. A contract for the conveyance of a passenger in a bus or school bus is void so far as it purports to (a) negate or to restrict the liability of a person in respect of a claim that may be made against that person in respect of the death of or bodily injury to the passenger while being carried in or entering or alighting from the vehicle; or (b) impose conditions with respect to the enforcement of that liability. 1988 c33 s197 Back to Top Liability of owner 200. (1) Without effect upon the liability of the driver of a vehicle, the owner of a vehicle is liable for loss or damage sustained by a person because of negligence in the operation of the vehicle unless the vehicle was without the owner's consent in the possession of some person other than the owner. (2) A person driving a vehicle who is living with and as a member of the family of the owner of the vehicle shall be considered to be in possession of it with the owner's consent unless the contrary is proved. 1988 c33 s198 Back to Top Time limit for prosecution 201. A prosecution for an offence under this Act or the regulations or under regulations made under section 189 or 189.1 shall be started and process served not later than one year after the offence was committed, except where those regulations provide that a prosecution for an offence shall be started within a shorter period. 1999 c40 s5 Back to Top Peace officer may stop vehicles 201.1 (1) A peace officer, in the lawful execution of the peace officer’s duties, may require the driver of a motor vehicle to stop, and the driver of the motor vehicle, when signaled or requested to stop by a peace officer who is readily identifiable as such, shall immediately come to a safe stop and remain stopped until permitted by the peace officer to depart. (2) A peace officer may, at any time when a driver is stopped, (a) require the driver to give the driver’s name, date of birth and address to the officer; (b) require the driver to produce the driver’s licence , and the vehicle's insurance certificate and registration and another document respecting the motor vehicle that the peace officer considers necessary; (c) inspect an item produced under paragraph (b ); (d) request information from the driver about whether and to what extent the driver consumed alcohol or drugs before or while driving; (e) require the driver to go through a field sobriety test; (f) request information from the driver about whether and to what extent the driver is experiencing a physical or mental condition that may affect the driver’s driving ability; and (g) inspect the motor vehicle's mechanical condition and request information from the driver about it. (3) For the purpose of enforcing a provision of this Act or the regulations, a peace officer may require a vehicle's passenger to give the passenger’s name, date of birth and address to the officer. (4) A peace officer is not required to inform a driver or passenger of the driver’s or passenger’s right to counsel, or to give the driver or passenger the opportunity to consult counsel, before doing anything subsection (2) or (3) authorizes. (5) Nothing in this section limits or negates a peace officer's authority to request information from a driver or passenger or to make observations of a driver or passenger that are necessary for the purpose of road safety enforcement. 2010 c22 s7 ; 2024 c17 s85 Back to Top Rep. by 2010 c22 s8 202. [Rep. by 2010 c22 s8] 2010 c22 s8 Back to Top Fisheries officer 202.1 A person designated as a fishery officer or fishery guardian under the Fisheries Act (Canada) may, without a warrant, stop a person driving a vehicle on a highway where the officer believes on reasonable grounds that the person has committed an offence, or the officer finds that person committing an offence, contrary to the Fisheries Act (Canada), and that person is upon conviction liable to the penalty prescribed in the Schedule. 1998 c21 s31 ; 2004 c18 s4 Back to Top Games officer 202.2 A person designated as a game officer under the Migratory Birds Act (Canada) may, without a warrant, stop a person driving a vehicle on a highway where the officer believes on reasonable grounds that the person has committed an offence, or the officer finds that person committing an offence contrary to regulations made under the Migratory Birds Convention Act (Canada), and that person is liable upon conviction to the penalty prescribed in the Schedule. 1998 c21 s31 ; 2004 c18 s5 Back to Top Enforcement officer 202.3 An enforcement officer may, without a warrant, stop a person driving a vehicle on a highway where the enforcement officer believes on reasonable grounds that the person has committed an offence, or the officer finds that person committing an offence, contrary to the Endangered Species Act , the Forestry Act , the Off-Road Vehicles Act , the Wild Life Act or regulations made under one of those statutes, and that person is upon conviction liable to the penalty prescribed in the Schedule. 2004 c18 s6 ; 2021 cO-5.1 s41 Back to Top Detention of vehicle 203. (1) A peace officer may remove to and detain at an appropriate place a motor vehicle (a) with which an offence was committed or the owner or driver of which has been arrested, until the final disposition of a prosecution under this Act or the Criminal Code or another Act; or (b) which has directly or indirectly, been involved in an accident resulting in bodily injury to or the death of a person or damage to property in an amount apparently exceeding $500. (2) The owner or driver of a motor vehicle that has been detained under subsection (1) may, after giving at least 24 hours' written notice to the peace officer in charge in the place where the motor vehicle is detained, apply to the Provincial Court judge having jurisdiction in that place for the release of the motor vehicle. (3) On hearing the application made under subsection (2) the Provincial Court judge may order the release of the motor vehicle subject to those conditions that the Provincial Court judge imposes where the applicant gives security satisfactory to the Provincial Court judge for the production of the motor vehicle where required. (4) The Attorney General may, where a person referred to in this section is convicted of an offence, recover as a civil debt from the owner of the motor vehicle that was used in the commission of the offence and that was detained under this section the costs and charges for the removal, detention, care and storage of that vehicle and those costs and charges constitute a lien in favour of the Crown while the vehicle is held in detention and, subject to a prior encumbrance registered under the Bills of Sale Act , the Attorney General may enforce the lien in the manner provided in section 45 of the Mechanics' Lien Act . 1988 c33 s201 Back to Top Action barred 204. An action or other legal proceeding shall not be taken or brought against the Attorney General or a peace officer in respect of anything done under section 203 where the action or other legal proceeding is not based on malfeasance or misfeasance. 1988 c33 s202 Back to Top Action barred 204.1 (1) An action or other legal proceeding does not lie and may not be brought against the registrar, an employee of the department, a peace officer, a traffic officer or a garage operator in respect of anything done under subsection 75(6.1) or under regulations respecting the seizure, impoundment and sale or other disposal of vehicles, where the action or other proceeding is not based on malfeasance or misfeasance. (2) For the purpose of this section, a garage operator is a person who takes and stores a motor vehicle seized and impounded under subsection 75(6.1) or under regulations respecting the seizure, impoundment and sale or other disposal of vehicles and who may subsequently dispose of that vehicle in accordance with those regulations. 2012 c17 s6 Back to Top Refusal to give information 205. (1) Where a driver or a passenger who contravenes this Act or the regulations or regulations made under section 189 or 189.1 refuses to give their name and address or gives a false name or address to a peace officer or a person having reasonable grounds for requiring the name or address that driver or passenger is guilty of an offence. (2) Where the driver of a vehicle is alleged to be guilty of an offence under this Act or the regulations or regulations made under section 189 or 189.1 or of an offence involving dishonesty towards a passenger or with respect to goods or freight on a vehicle (a) the owner of the vehicle shall give the information that may be required by a peace officer as to the identity of the driver and on failing to do so is guilty of an offence unless the court is satisfied that the owner did not know and could not with reasonable diligence have ascertained who the driver was; and (b) another person shall where required in accordance with paragraph (a) give any information that it is in the person's power to give and that may lead to the identification of the driver and a person who fails to do so is guilty of an offence. 1988 c33 s203; 1999 c40 s6 ; 2024 c17 s86 Back to Top Identification card 205.1 (1) The minister may issue to a person who applies for it an identification card containing a photograph of the person. (2) A person who wishes to obtain an identification card shall apply providing the minister with proof of identification and of age and the other information which the minister may require and shall pay the fee set by the minister. (3) An identification card issued under this section shall be valid and shall be accepted for all purposes for which proof of identification is required under an Act or for another lawful purpose. (4) An identification card issued under this section shall expire on the date shown on the card. (5) A person who (a) alters, defaces or otherwise changes an identification card issued under this section; (b) gives a false or fictitious name or gives a false or fictitious address or other false or fictitious information in an application for an identification card issued under this section; or (c) displays, permits to be displayed or possesses an identification card which purports to be issued under this section but is fictitious or which was issued under this section but has been defaced, altered or cancelled, is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine described in the Schedule. (6) A driver’s licence issued by the registrar under section 46 which contains a photograph of the person to whom it was issued shall be valid and acceptable for all purposes for which an identification card issued under this section is valid and acceptable. (7) An identification card issued under this section is valid for all purposes for which an identification card issued under section 59 of the Liquor Control Act is valid. 1998 c21 s32 ; 2006 c23 s13 Back to Top Offence 206. A person who fails to comply with or otherwise contravenes (a) this Act or the regulations, including a regulation made in exercise of a power delegated to a council of a municipality under section 189 or an order made under this Act or the regulations; or (b) a term or condition prescribed in or in respect of or attached to a permit or licence issued under this Act or the regulations and who in respect of the failure or contravention has not been declared guilty of an offence by another provision of this Act is guilty of an offence. 1988 c33 s204 Back to Top Second or subsequent offence 207. For the purpose of this Act, except section 110 and paragraphs 43(5)(b) and (c) and 43(6)(b) and (c) and subsection 75(5.1), and the regulations and regulations made under section 189, an offence shall not be considered a second or subsequent offence unless it has been committed within one year from the date of the last previous offence. 2012 c17 s7 Back to Top Penalties in Schedule 208. (1) Notwithstanding the Provincial Offences Act , unless otherwise provided by this Act or the regulations or regulations made under section 189, a person who has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the regulations or regulations made under section 189 is liable to a fine of not more than the maximum and not less than the minimum amount prescribed for the offence in the Schedule and appearing in that Schedule opposite the number or letter or both of the section, subsection or paragraph and the statement of the offence and in default of payment of the fine or, where no fine is prescribed, to imprisonment for a term not exceeding the maximum and not less than the minimum period prescribed for that offence in that Schedule and appearing there opposite the number or letter of the section, subsection or paragraph and the statement of the offence. (2) A person who is guilty of an offence under this Act for which a penalty has not been prescribed in another provision of this Act or in the Schedule shall be liable on summary conviction (a) where the offence is a 1st offence, to a fine of not less than $30 and not more than $200 and in default of payment of a fine to imprisonment for a period not exceeding 3 months; and (b) where the offence is a 2nd or subsequent offence to a fine of not less than $50 and not more than $500 and in default of payment of a fine to imprisonment for a period not exceeding 6 months. (3) The Attorney General or a person authorized by the Attorney General in writing may, either before or after the institution of proceedings against a person for a violation of this Act referred to in the Schedule or for another violation of this Act or the regulations or regulations made under section 189, accept from the person alleged to have been guilty of the violation a payment of a sum not less than the minimum nor more than the maximum fine prescribed for the violation. (4) A payment made under subsection (3) constitutes a full satisfaction, release and discharge of all penalties and imprisonments incurred by the person charged for the violation. (5) The payment of an amount under subsection (3) has for the purpose of this Act the same effect as if the person paying the amount had been convicted for the violation in respect of which the amount was paid and a certificate or a copy of a receipt signed by the Attorney General or the person authorized by the Attorney General under subsection (3) to the effect that the amount has been paid is, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, proof of the conviction without further proof. 1988 c33 s206; 1990 c43 s18; 1995 cP-31.1 s53 Back to Top Late payment penalty 209. (1) Where a person who has been convicted of an offence under this Act or the regulations fails to pay the fine with respect to that offence within 60 days from the date of conviction, the person shall pay a late payment penalty in addition to the fine. (2) The late payment penalty referred to in subsection (1) shall be (a) in the case of a fine which is $50 or less than $50, $6; (b) in the case of a fine which is greater than $50 and less than or equal to $100, $12; and (c) in the case of a fine which is greater than $100, $12 plus an additional late payment penalty of $12 for each increment of a $100 fine or part of a $100 up to a maximum late payment penalty of $120. 1990 c43 s19; 2004 c18 s7 Back to Top Liability of owner for penalties 210. (1) Where this Act has been violated, the owner of the vehicle to which that violation applies shall be held responsible for that violation and shall incur a penalty that arises from that violation except where the violation of this Act is one requiring that the vehicle be in motion, in which case, the driver of that vehicle shall be held responsible and shall incur a penalty arising from that violation. (1.1) Notwithstanding subsection (1), where subsection 110.1(4), 110.2(4), 121.1(2) or 137(1) has been violated, the owner of the motor vehicle to which that violation applies may be held responsible for that violation and may incur a penalty that arises from that violation. (1.2) Notwithstanding subsection (1), where an image capturing enforcement system has been used and a section of the Act referenced in section 177.1 has been violated, the owner of the motor vehicle to which that violation applies may be held responsible for that violation and may incur a penalty arising from that violation. (2) The owner of a motor vehicle shall not be held responsible and shall not incur a penalty arising from a violation under this section where the owner can prove that at the time of the violation, (a) the motor vehicle was in possession of some other person without the owner's consent; or (b) the owner was the registered owner of the motor vehicle but the owner was not entitled to possession of the motor vehicle. (2.1) The owner of a motor vehicle under subsection (1.1) shall not be held responsible and shall not incur a penalty arising from a violation where the driver of the motor vehicle has been held responsible and incurred a penalty for that violation. (3) The owner of a motor vehicle who incurs a penalty under this section is not liable to imprisonment. 1990 c43 s20; 1995 c18 s8 ; 2016 c13 s1 2017 c28 s15 ; 2019 c20 s8 ; 2024 c17 s87 Back to Top Person presumptive owner of vehicle 211. The registration of a vehicle in the name of a person is for the purposes of this Act and the regulations presumptive evidence that that person is the owner of the vehicle. 1990 c43 s20 Back to Top Disposition of fines 212. (1) A penalty when collected, except a penalty imposed as a result of a complaint made by a peace officer appointed in accordance with section 189 for a breach of a regulation made under that section, shall be paid through the Department of Justice and Public Safety into the Consolidated Revenue Fund. (2) A penalty collected as a result of a complaint made by a peace officer appointed in accordance with section 189 shall be paid over to the council concerned by the person collecting the penalty and that council shall make returns that the Minister of Justice and Public Safety may direct, showing the total amount of penalties collected during the period specified in the direction and giving additional information that the Minister of Justice and Public Safety may require. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (2), the province shall retain $5 or an amount that the Minister of Justice and Public Safety may order, for each ticket that it processes. 1988 c33 s208; 1995 cP-31.1 s53 ; 2024 c17 s88 Back to Top Licence suspended 213. (1) Where a person who is disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver's licence by virtue of a conviction or order under this Act, the licence shall be and remain suspended for so long as the disqualification or prohibition continues in force. (2) A licence suspended under subsection (1) or otherwise by this Act is of no effect during the time of suspension. (3) For the purpose of this Act, a driver's licence and the privilege to obtain or hold a driver's licence are equivalent. 1988 c33 s209; 1994 c18 s16 Back to Top New vehicle standards 214. A person who deals in motor vehicles shall not sell, offer for sale, have in possession for sale or deliver for sale a new motor vehicle that does not (a) conform to the standards; and (b) bear the national safety mark the use of which is prescribed for that vehicle by regulations made under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada). 1988 c33 s210 PART X APPLICATION Back to Top Application of Act to "way" 215. (1) The Lieutenant-Governor in Council may by order apply this Act or a provision to a way or a part of it which is not a highway as defined by paragraph (2)(aa), whether the way is privately owned or not, where, in the opinion of the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, it is used for the passage of vehicles to an extent that an order under this subsection is justified. (2) Where an order is made under subsection (1) a provision of this Act so made applicable shall, subject to a limitation provided in the order, apply to the way as if it were a highway as defined by that paragraph. (3) An order may be made under subsection (1) without limitation as to time or for a period specified in the order. (4) For the purpose of this section "way" includes a road, street, route, avenue, parkway, driveway, square, place, bridge, culvert, viaduct, trestle and any other way. 1988 c33 s211 Back to Top Schedule Penalties Penalty Section and subsection or paragraph Offence A fine of not more than the dollar amounts specified In default of payment of fine for no longer or shorter than time specified Max. Min. Max. Min. 13(1) Non-resident failing to register commercial motor vehicle 900 360 30 days 8 days 13.1 Failure to register interjurisdictional carrier 800 450 27 days 9 days 21(3) Person using a vehicle with a dealer plate at- tached who is not the dealer or an employee of the dealer or a per-son to whom the vehi-cle had been loaned by the dealer for demon- stration purposes for a period not exceeding 3 consecutive days 400 100 14 days 2 days 21(4)(a) Attaching, or permitting to be attached, a dealer plate to a vehicle used for the carriage of per-sons or goods for com- pensation 400 100 14 days 2 days 21(4)(b) Attaching, or permitting to be attached, a dealer plate to a vehicle used for private use or hire 400 100 14 days 2 days 21(4)(c) Attaching, or permitting to be attached, a dealer plate to a vehicle used as a service vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 23(1) Carrying on business as a dealer without a licence 400 100 14 days 2 days 23(2) Carrying on business as a dealer in a name other than the name in which licence was issued 400 100 14 days 2 days 23(3) Using vehicle without vehicle being registered to the dealer or without dealer plate attached 400 100 14 days 2 days 28(2) Failure to return or deliver plate or vehicle licence 200 100 7 days 2 days 29 Failure to produce vehicle licence 175 100 4 days 1 day 30 Identification plates not securely fastened in proper position 175 100 4 days 1 day 31 Failure to keep identification plates clean 175 100 4 days 1 day 37 Failure to notify registrar of transfer of ownership 200 100 7 days 2 days 38 Failure to file change of address with registrar 200 100 7 days 2 days 39 Failure to notify registrar of change of name 175 100 4 days 1 day 42(a)( i )(A) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(a) or (c) re: vehicle not exceeding 4,500 kg. m.g.m. 500 200 17 days 4 days 42(a)( i )(B) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(a) or (c) re: vehicle 4,500 to 10,900 kg. m.g.m. 900 300 30 days 6 days 42(a)( i )(C) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(a) or (c) re: vehicle exceeding 10,900 kg. m.g.m. 1800 900 60 days 18 days 42(a)(ii)(A) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(b) re: vehicle not exceeding 4,500 kg. m.g.m. 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(a)(ii)(B) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(b) re: vehicle 4,500 to 10,900 kg. m.g.m. 900 300 30 days 6 days 42(a)(ii)(C) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(b) re: vehicle exceeding 10,900 kg. m.g.m. 1800 900 60 days 18 days 42(a)(iii) Operating a vehicle contrary to paragraph 10(1)(d) 175 100 4 days 1 day 42(b) Defacing or altering identification plate or marker 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(b.1) Removal, defacement or alteration of vehicle I.D. number or other mark 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(c) Using vehicle with defaced mutilated or altered identification plate or marker 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(d) Removing identification plate or marker without authority 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(e) Using identification plate or marker other than that issued 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(f) Using marker or number plate capable of being confused with identification plate or marker 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(g) Failure to surrender identification plates 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(h) Giving false name or address in application for registration of vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 42( i ) Applying for registration or having licence illegally 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(j) Using or permitting use of fictitious plate or marker 400 100 14 days 2 days 42(k) Failure to deliver plate or licence or give advice required to registrar 200 100 7 days 2 days 43(4) No licence for class of motor vehicle Second offence Subsequent 600 1100 1600 300 800 1100 2 days 7 days 17 days 1 day 2 days 6 days 43(5) Invalid or no driver's licence Second offence Subsequent 600 1100 1600 300 800 1100 2 days 7 days 17 days 1 day 2 days 6 days 43(6) Driving while disqualified Second offence Subsequent offence 200 300 500 100 200 300 7 days 10 days 17 days 2 days 4 days 6 days 45(7) Applying for driver's licence on behalf of another 400 100 14 days 2 days 45(8) Non-disclosure by applicant of previous refusal 400 100 14 days 2 days 49(1) Licensee failing to sign licence 100 25 4 days 1 day 49(2) Licensee failing to produce licence upon request 175 100 4 days 1 day 50(1) Failure to return licence to registrar on request 200 100 7 days 2 days 50(2) Failure to return or deliver licence 175 100 4 days 1 day 51 Driving other than class of vehicles specified in licence 400 100 14 days 2 days 52 Using licence issued another person 1200 500 40 days 10 days 53(1) Unlawful operation under licence issued elsewhere 400 100 14 days 2 days 54 Allowing unlicensed driver to drive 900 300 30 days 6 days 55(2) Having person in addition to learner and instructor in vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 55.2 Contravening restriction on novice or accompanying driver 400 100 14 days 2 days 56(1) Renting vehicle to person not licensed to drive 400 100 14 days 2 days 56(3) Renting vehicle to person without inspecting licence 400 100 14 days 2 days 56(4) Failure to keep record regarding vehicles rented 400 100 14 days 2 days 57 Failure to notify registrar of lost driver's licence , etc. 175 100 4 days 1 day 58 Failure of holder of driver's licence to notify registrar of change of address 200 100 7 days 2 days 59(1)(a) Defacing or altering driver's licence or display or possession of fictitious, defaced, altered, cancelled or suspended licence 1200 500 40 days 10 days 59(1)(b) Lending driver's licence 900 300 30 days 6 days 59(1)(c) Person misrepresenting driver's licence as the person’s own 900 300 30 days 6 days 59(1)(d) Failure to surrender suspended or cancelled driver's licence 400 100 14 days 2 days 59(1)(e) Giving false name or address in application for driver's licence 1200 500 40 days 10 days 60 Failure to deliver driver's licence to court upon conviction 400 100 14 days 2 days 73(1) Applying for driver's licence while disqualified 400 100 14 days 2 days 75(5)(a) Obtaining the registration of a motor vehicle when that motor vehicle is not insured by a policy Second offence 3000 3000 1000 1000 100 days 100 days 20 days 20 days 75(5)(b) Operating or permitting the operation of a motor vehicle without a policy Second offence 4000 5000 2000 3000 134 days 167 days 40 days 60 days 75(5)(c) Failure to produce proof that a policy is in force 175 100 4 days 1 day 80(a)( i ) Producing financial responsibility card with policy of insurance not in force 1200 500 40 days 10 days 80(a)(ii) Producing financial responsibility card purporting to prove financial responsibility 1200 500 40 days 10 days 80(a)(iii) Producing financial responsibility card purporting to show person named in the card as insured 400 100 14 days 2 days 80(b) Giving or loaning financial responsibility card 900 300 30 days 6 days 95(1) Failure to drive to the right 400 100 14 days 2 days 95(2) Failure to give 1/2 the roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 96(1) Improper passing 400 100 14 days 2 days 96(2) Failure to give way to passing vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 97(1) Improper overtaking and passing on the right of another vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 97(2) Passing on the right when unsafe to do so 400 100 14 days 2 days 98 Passing where width or weight of vehicles make it difficult 400 100 14 days 2 days 99(1) Passing on left when unsafe 400 100 14 days 2 days 99(2) & (3) Overtaking and passing near crest of grade, curve or bridge, etc.

400 100 14 days 2 days 100(1) Driving to left of centre line of roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 100(2) Vehicle proceeding at less than normal speed not driving in right hand lane 235 100 6 days 1 day 100.1(1) Failure to yield right-of-way entering roundabout 400 100 14 days 2 days 100.1(2) Failure to drive to right of centre of roundabout 400 100 14 days 2 days 100.1(3) Failure to yield right-of-way in roundabout to traffic travelling to left of driver’s vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(b) Crossing solid line 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(e) Failing to signal driving from one lane to another 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(f) Making improper left turn at intersection or into private road or driveway 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(g) Making improper right turn at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(h) Driving in centre lane of three lane roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 101( i ) Improper passing on roadway with two or more lanes available to traffic heading in same direction 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(j) Driving in wrong lane contrary to direction of traffic-control device 400 100 14 days 2 days 101(k) Failure to allow over-taking vehicle to pass 400 100 14 days 2 days 102 Passing in no passing zone or failing to drive to right in zone 400 100 14 days 2 days 103(1) Following vehicle too closely 400 100 14 days 2 days 103(2) Failing to leave proper distance between vehicles 400 100 14 days 2 days 103(3) Failing to leave sufficient space between vehicles in caravan or motorcade 400 100 14 days 2 days 104 Driving over intervening space dividing highway into two roadways 400 100 14 days 2 days 105(1) Failure to enter controlled-access highway at proper location 400 100 14 days 2 days 105(2) Failure to leave controlled-access highway at proper location 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(2) Failure to yield right-of-way while turning to other traffic in intersection when green or "go" signal shown 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(4) Failure to yield right-of-way to pedestrian in roadway or cross-walk when green or "go " signal shown at place other than intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(6) Entering intersection on yellow or amber light 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(7)(a) Pedestrian crossing the roadway while yellow or amber light on at intersection 180 25 6 days 1 day 106(8) Passing yellow or amber light at place other than intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(9)(a) Pedestrian crossing roadway while yellow or amber light on at place other than intersection 180 25 6 days 1 day 106(10) Passing red light or "stop" signal at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(11) Pedestrian crossing roadway when facing red light or "stop" signal at intersection 180 25 6 days 1 day 106(12) Passing red light or "stop" signal at place other than intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(13) Pedestrian crossing roadway when facing red light or "stop" signal at place other than intersection 180 25 6 days 1 day 106(14)(a) Failing to obey green arrow at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(14)(b) Entering intersection when green arrow shown and failing to yield right-of-way 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(15) Pedestrian illegally crossing intersection when green arrow showing 180 25 6 days 1 day 106(16)(a) Failure to stop when flashing red light on at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(16)(b) Failure to yield right-of-way at intersection when flashing red light on 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(18)(b) Failure to yield right-of-way to traffic in intersection when yellow or amber traffic light on 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(21) Pedestrian crossing roadway when "wait", "stop" or "don't walk" signal showing 180 45 6 days 1 day 106(22) Entering intersection against flag signal or other device 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(24) Failing to stop at stop sign 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(25) Failure to obey signs reading "Turn Right" or "Right Turn Only" 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(26) Failure to obey signs reading "Turn Left" or "Left Turn Only" 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(27) Failing to obey no parking signs 180 20 6 days 1 day 106(29) Parking in prohibited area without a permit 180 45 6 days 1 day 106(30) Bus picking up or letting down passengers at place other than Bus Stop or vehicle stopping or parking at a bus stop 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(38) Failure to obey no entry sign 200 100 7 days 2 days 106(40) Failure to obey signs reading "No Left Turn", "No Right Turn", "No Turns" or "No Right Turn On Yellow Or Amber Or Red Light" 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(42) Proceeding wrong way on one-way highway 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(44) Failure to observe half load limit 900 100 30 days 2 days 106(46) Parking in places reserved for commercial motor vehicles 180 20 6 days 1 day 106(50) Failure to obey sign restricting use of highway to certain classes of vehicles 400 100 14 days 2 days 106(52) Failure to obey sign restricting use of highway to vehicles of certain maximum gross mass 900 100 30 days 2 days 107 Erecting devices resembling or interfering with traffic-control device 400 100 14 days 2 days 108 Placing commercial advertising upon a traffic -control device 400 100 14 days 2 days 109 Altering or injuring or removing traffic-control device 400 100 14 days 2 days 110(1)(a) Driving imprudently Second offence Subsequent offence 135 180 360 100 135 180 5 days 6 days 12 days 2 days 3 days 4 days 110(1)(b) Driving without due care and attention Second offence Subsequent offence 500 750 1000 300 500 750 6 days 8 days 16 days 3 days 4 days 5 days 110(1)(c) Driving without reasonable consideration for other persons Second offence Subsequent offence 500 750 1000 300 500 750 6 days 8 days 16 days 3 days 4 days 5 days 110(1)(d) Driving while suffering from disease or disability Second offence Subsequent offence 180 240 480 120 180 240 6 days 8 days 16 days 3 days 4 days 5 days 110(3)(a) Exceeding the speed limit by between 1 and 10 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 135 225 360 50 135 225 5 days 8 days 12 days 1 day 3 days 5 days 110(3)(b) Exceeding the speed limit by between 11 and 20 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 250 400 550 200 300 400 5 days 10 days 12 days 2 days 4 days 6 days 110(3)(c) Exceeding the speed limit by between 21 and 30 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 400 550 700 300 400 500 10 days 15 days 20 days 4 days 6 days 8 days 110(3)(d) Exceeding the speed limit by between 31 and 50 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 550 700 850 400 500 600 15 days 20 days 25 days 6 days 8 days 10 days 110(3)(e) Exceeding the speed limit by 51 kilometres an hour and over Second offence Subsequent offence 700 800 950 500 600 700 15 days 20 days 25 days 6 days 8 days 10 days 110.01 Driving without due care and attention or reasonable consideration for others causing death or bodily harm 20000 2000 180 days 60 days 110.1(4)(a) Exceeding the speed limit by between 1 and 10 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 270 450 720 100 270 450 5 days 8 days 12 days 1 day 3 days 5 days 110.1(4)(b) Exceeding the speed limit by between 11 and 20 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 400 700 1000 300 500 700 5 days 10 days 12 days 2 days 4 days 6 days 110.1(4)(c) Exceeding the speed limit by between 21 and 30 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 700 1000 1300 500 700 900 10 days 15 days 20 days 4 days 6 days 8 days 110.1(4)(d) Exceeding the speed limit by between 31 and 50 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 1000 1300 1600 700 900 1100 15 days 20 days 25 days 6 days 8 days 10 days 110.1(4)(e) Exceeding the speed limit by 51 kilometres an hour and over Second offence Subsequent offence 1300 1600 1900 900 1100 1300 15 days 20 days 25 days 6 days 8 days 10 days 110.2(4)(a) Exceeding the speed limit by between 1 and 10 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 270 450 720 100 270 450 5 days 8 days 12 days 1 day 3 days 5 days 110.2(4)(b) Exceeding the speed limit by between 11 and 20 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 400 700 1000 300 500 700 5 days 10 days 12 days 2 days 4 days 6 days 110.2(4)(c) Exceeding the speed limit by between 21 and 30 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 700 1000 1300 500 700 900 10 days 15 days 20 days 4 days 6 days 8 days 110.2(4)(d) Exceeding the speed limit by between 31 and 50 kilometres an hour Second offence Subsequent offence 1000 1300 1600 700 900 1100 15 days 20 days 25 days 6 days 8 days 10 days 110.2(4)(e) Exceeding the speed limit by 51 kilometres an hour and over Second offence Subsequent offence 1300 1600 1900 900 1100 1300 15 days 20 days 25 days 6 days 8 days 10 days 111(1) Slow driving 235 100 6 days 1 day 111(3) Failing to obey order to increase speed, pull in to curb or remove vehicle from highway 400 100 14 days 2 days 111.1(1) Operating a slow moving vehicle on a highway with a speed limit of greater than 80 kilometres an hour 400 100 14 days 2 days 112 Failing to signal change of direction, etc. 400 100 14 days 2 days 113(1) Moving a vehicle when unsafe to do so or without signalling 400 100 14 days 2 days 113(2) Failure to give sufficient signal 400 100 14 days 2 days 113(3) Entering traffic with improper movement or signal 400 100 14 days 2 days 114(3)(a) Right-hand drive vehicle not equipped with a mechanical or electrical device 400 100 14 days 2 days 114(3)(b) Right-hand drive vehicle not having prominently displayed on rear the words "Right-Hand Drive Vehicle" 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(1) Making improper right turn at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(2) Making improper left turn at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(3) Making improper left or right turn on multi lane roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(4) Making improper left turn at intersection from one-way roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(5) Making improper left turn at intersection into one-way roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(6) Making improper left turn at intersection from one-way roadway into another one-way roadway 400 100 14 days 2 days 115(7) Failure to obey traffic-control device at intersection indicating course to be travelled 400 100 14 days 2 days 116 Turning on highway to proceed in opposite direction 400 100 14 days 2 days 117(1) Improper turning at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 117(2) Turning or changing course when unsafe to do so 400 100 14 days 2 days 117(3) Improper signal of intention to turn 400 100 14 days 2 days 117(4) Stopping or decreasing speed without signalling 200 100 7 days 2 days 118 Failing to yield right-of-way at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 119 Failing to yield right-of-way at intersection while making left turn 400 100 14 days 2 days 120 Failing to yield right-of-way when entering highway 400 100 14 days 2 days 121 Failing to yield right-of-way to emergency vehicle 900 300 30 days 6 days 121.1 Failure to reduce speed and comply with section 121.1 when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle or designated vehicle 900 300 30 days 6 days 123(2) Driver of emergency vehicle exceeding speed limit or proceeding past a red light or stop sign and not sounding audible signal or showing flashing red light 400 100 14 days 2 days 123(2.1) Driver of emergency vehicle failing to stop emergency vehicle before proceeding past red light or stop sign 400 100 14 days 2 days 123(3) Emergency vehicle not proceeding with regard for safety 400 100 14 days 2 days 123(5) & (6) Unlawfully sounding siren or showing flashing red light 400 100 14 days 2 days 125(1) Failing to yield right- of-way to pedestrian in crosswalk 400 100 14 days 2 days 125(2) Pedestrian failing to yield right-of-way to vehicle 180 25 6 days 1 day 125(3) Overtaking and passing vehicle stopped at crosswalk 400 100 14 days 2 days 126 Pedestrian failing to yield right-of-way to driver at place other than crosswalk 180 25 6 days 1 day 127(a) Failing to exercise due care to avoid colliding with pedestrian 400 100 14 days 2 days 127(a.1) Failing to leave proper distance when passing pedestrian 400 100 14 days 2 days 127(b) Failing to give warning by sounding horn 400 100 14 days 2 days 127(c) Failing to observe precaution where child or incapacitated person on highway 400 100 14 days 2 days 128(1) Walking on roadway when sidewalks provided 180 25 6 days 1 day 128(2) Walking on wrong side of highway 180 25 6 days 1 day 128(3) Standing on roadway to solicit rides, etc. 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(a) Riding bicycle on sidewalk 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(b) Failing to ride close to the edge of the highway 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(c) Riding bicycle abreast of another bicycle rider 180 25 6 days 1 day 129( 2)( c.1) Riding bicycle without a bicycle helmet 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(d) Riding bicycle without at least one hand on handle-bars 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(e) Riding bicycle and not astride regular seat 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(f) Carrying more persons on bicycle than designed for 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(g) Carrying object which may interfere with operation or control of bicycle 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)(h) Driving bicycle on highway where signs prohibit use of bicycles 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(2)( i ) Riding bicycle on roadway when bicycle path provided 180 25 6 days 1 day 129(3) Authorizing or knowingly permitting a person under the age of 16 to ride a bicycle without a bicycle helmet 180 25 6 days 1 day 130 Person attaching on to vehicle on highway 180 25 6 days 1 day 131 Driving through a safety zone 400 100 14 days 2 days 132(1) Failing to stop at railway crossing 200 100 7 days 2 days 132(2) Driving vehicle through barrier , etc., at railway crossing 200 100 7 days 2 days 133 Failing to stop at stop sign at railway crossing 200 100 7 days 2 days 134(1)(a) Driver of vehicle carrying passengers for compensation failing to stop at railway crossing 720 180 24 days 4 days 134(1)(b) School bus carrying children failing to stop at railway crossing 720 180 24 days 4 days 134(1)(c) Vehicle carrying explos ive substance , etc., failing to stop at railway crossing 720 180 24 days 4 days 134(2) Shifting gears while crossing railway track 200 100 7 days 2 days 135 Failing to approach railway track with caution 200 100 7 days 2 days 136 Failing to observe yield sign at intersection 400 100 14 days 2 days 137(1) Passing school bus 1200 500 14 days 2 days 137(2)(a) Stopping school bus in improper place 400 100 14 days 2 days 137(2)(b) School bus delaying other vehicles passing 400 100 14 days 2 days 137(3) Failing to have school bus properly marked 400 100 14 days 2 days 137(4) School bus not equipped with visual signals or not activated 400 100 14 days 2 days 137(5) Operating school bus with markings not concealed 400 100 14 days 2 days 139 Failing to exercise caution when approaching animal on highway 180 45 6 days 1 day 140(1) Parking on roadway 180 45 6 days 1 day 140(2) Parking so as to obstruct traffic 180 45 6 days 1 day 142 Parking too close to bus stop 180 45 6 days 1 day 143(1) Parking on private land 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(a) Parking on sidewalk 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(b) Parking in front of driveway or authorized loading door 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(c) Parking within an intersection 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(d) Parking too close to fire hydrant 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(e) Parking within a crosswalk 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(f) Parking within 6 metres of the approach side of crosswalk 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(g) Parking within 10 metres of traffic- control signal on side of roadway 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(h) Parking too near the entrance to or exit from hotel, school, church, etc. 180 45 6 days 1 day 144( i ) Parking too near safety zone 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(j) Parking too near railway crossing 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(k) Parking too near fire station 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(l) Parking too near street excavation or obstruction and obstructing traffic 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(m) Parking on the road- way side of a stopped or parked vehicle 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(n) Parking on a bridge or in a highway tunnel 180 45 6 days 1 day 144(o) Failure to observe traffic -control device prohibiting parking or stopping 170 100 3 days 1 day 145 Failing to park on right side of highway 180 45 6 days 1 day 146 Parking so as to cause danger to persons using highway 400 100 14 days 2 days 147 Parking on highway where vehicle not visible to approaching traffic 180 45 6 days 1 day 148 Parking vending vehicle on highway 180 45 6 days 1 day 149(2) Failing or refusing to remove vehicle from highway 900 300 30 days 6 days 149(3) Failing to remove vehicle from highway or Crown land or land occupied by Crown 900 300 30 days 6 days 149(12) Failing or refusing to surrender vehicle licence 400 100 14 days 2 days 150 Parking unattended vehicle on highway without stopping engine and locking ignition , etc. 180 45 6 days 1 day 151 Backing vehicle when unsafe to do so 200 100 7 days 2 days 152(1) Improper operation of a motorcycle 400 100 14 days 2 days 152(2) Motorcycle passenger riding improperly 400 100 14 days 2 days 152(3) Permitting passenger to ride improperly equipped motor cycle 400 100 14 days 2 days 153 Motorcycles riding two abreast 400 100 14 days 2 days 154(1) Motorcycle driver operating without helmet or eye protection 400 100 14 days 2 days 154(2) Motorcycle passenger riding without helmet 400 100 14 days 2 days 154.1(1) Three- wheeled vehicle driver operating or passenger riding without helmet or eye protection 400 100 14 days 2 days 154.1(2) Child seat restraint system used in non-compliant three-wheeled vehicle 500 100 17 days 2 days 155(a) Driving motor vehicle with stickers on windows 180 45 6 days 1 day 155(b) Driving motor vehicle with ornaments obstructing vision 180 45 6 days 1 day 155(c) Driving motor vehicle with windshield , etc., so covered with snow, etc. as to obscure or obstruct vision 235 100 6 days 1 day 155(d) Driving motor vehicle with broken glass 180 45 6 days 1 day 156(1) Driving vehicle with vision obscured or control obstructed by overloading or too many passengers in front seat 400 100 14 days 2 days 156(2) Passenger occupying position in vehicle interfering with driver's vision and control 400 100 14 days 2 days 156(3) Driver permitting passenger to occupy position interfering with vision and control 400 100 14 days 2 days 157 Driving vehicle with load projecting 400 100 14 days 2 days 158 Persons obstructing or interfering with traffic 180 45 6 days 1 day 159 Coasting down grade in neutral or with clutch disengaged 180 45 6 days 1 day 160(1) Following emergency vehicle too closely or parking too close to fire apparatus 400 100 14 days 2 days 160(2) Driving vehicle over unprotected fire hose 400 100 14 days 2 days 161 Failing to obey person with flag or sign 400 100 14 days 2 days 162 Failing to obey directions of a traffic officer 1200 500 40 days 10 days 163(1) Throwing glass, etc., upon highway 500 100 17 days 2 days 163(2) Failing to remove injurious material 400 100 14 days 2 days 164 Driving on sidewalk 400 100 14 days 2 days 165(a) Opening door of vehicle on highway 180 45 6 days 1 day 165(b) Leaving door of vehicle open 400 100 14 days 2 days 166(1) Failure to carry warning devices in vehicle 400 100 14 days 2 days 166(2) Failure to place warning devices on highway in case of emergency breakdown 400 100 14 days 2 days 167 Driving vehicle without chains or winter tires 400 100 14 days 2 days 168(1) Racing vehicles or bicycles on highways 1000 280 30 days 4 days 168.1(1) Performing or engaging in stunt while driving 1000 280 30 days 4 days 169(1)(a) Failing to stop at accident scene Second offence Subsequent offence 450 900 1800 180 450 900 15 days 30 days 60 days 4 days 9 days 18 days 169(1)(b) Failing to give name and address 450 180 15 days 4 days 169(1)(c) Failure to provide proof of insurance at scene of accident 200 100 7 days 2 days 169(1)(d) Failing to render assistance to injured person Subsequent offence 450 900 180 450 15 days 30 days 4 days 9 days 169(2) & (3) Failure to notify owner, driver or peace officer after collision with unattended vehicle Subsequent offence 400 360 100 180 14 days 12 days 2 days 4 days 169(4) Failure to notify owner where other property damaged Subsequent offence 400 450 100 180 14 days 15 days 2 days 4 days 169(6)(a) Bicycle operator failing to remain at accident scene 400 100 14 days 2 days 169(6)(b) Bicycle operator failing to render assistance 400 100 14 days 2 days 169(6)(c) Bicycle operator failing to give name and address 400 100 14 days 2 days 169(7) Bicycle operator failing to make written report 400 100 14 days 2 days 170(1) Driver of vehicle failing to make report Subsequent offence 400 450 100 180 14 days 15 days 2 days 4 days 170(2) Occupant of vehicle failing to make report 400 100 14 days 2 days 170(3) Owner of vehicle failing to make report 400 100 14 days 2 days 170(4) Person being owner and driver failing to make report when capable Subsequent offence 400 450 100 180 14 days 15 days 2 days 4 days 172(1) Garage operator failing to report vehicle involved in accident 900 180 30 days 4 days 174(2) Making false statement in report 900 300 20 days 6 days 175(5)(a) Failing to obey sign placed or signal given Subsequent offence 500 700 300 500 20 days 25 days 15 days 20 days 175(5)(b) Failing to obey order given Subsequent offence 500 700 300 500 20 days 25 days 15 days 20 days 175(5)(c) Refusal to have vehicle weighed Subsequent offence 500 700 300 500 20 days 25 days 15 days 20 days 175(5)(d) Failure to comply with order to remove portion of load Subsequent offence 500 700 300 500 20 days 25 days 15 days 20 days 176(1) Care and control of a motor vehicle equipped with radar detector Subsequent offence 300 500 100 200 10 days 17 days 2 days 4 days 176(4) Unlawful sale of radar detectors Subsequent offence 300 500 100 200 10 days 17 days 2 days 4 days 176.1 Using a hand-held cellular phone while driving a motor vehicle on a highway Second offence Subsequent offence 500 750 1000 300 500 750 14 days 14 days 14 days 2 days 2 days 2 days 177 Knowingly causing another to drive unlawfully 360 180 12 days 4 days 177.4(a) Operating or towing a vehicle where the identification plate cannot be accurately captured by an image capturing enforcement system 400 100 14 days 2 days 177.4(b) Defacing, obliterating or interfering with an image capturing enforcement system or any part of it 400 100 14 days 2 days 177.4(c) Altering or removing or attempting to alter or remove an image capturing enforcement system or any part of it 400 100 14 days 2 days 178(2) Driving motor vehicle with seat belt removed or inoperative 500 100 17 days 2 days 178(2.1) Driver operating vehicle with more persons in the vehicle than seat belt asseblies 500 100 17 days 2 days 178(3) Driver not wearing seat belt 500 100 17 days 2 days 178(4) Passenger not wearing seat belt 500 100 17 days 2 days 178(5.1) Driver operating vehicle with a person riding on a portion of the vehicle not designed for passengers 500 100 17 days 2 days 178(5.2) Passenger riding on a portion of the vehicle not designed for passengers 500 100 17 days 2 days 178(6)(a) Driver operating vehicle where underage passenger required to wear seat belt is unbelted 500 100 17 days 2 days 178.1(2) Driver operating vehicle with child not in car seat 500 100 17 days 2 days 187(5) Operating vehicle without proper equipment or of improper construction 170 100 3 days 1 day 195.1 Notification of non repairable or salvage vehicle 150 100 3 days 1 day 196(2) Failure to comply with vehicle inspection requirements 160 100 4 days 2 days 202.1 Failure to stop at request of federal Fisheries Officer 400 100 14 days 2 days 202.2 Failure to stop at request of federal Environment Canada Game Officer 400 100 14 days 2 days 202.3 Failure to stop at request of enforcement officer 400 100 14 days 2 days 205(1) Driver refusing to give name or address or giving false name or address 400 100 14 days 2 days 205(2)(a) Owner of vehicle failing to identify driver 400 100 14 days 2 days 205(2)(b) Person failing to give information regarding identity of driver 400 100 14 days 2 days 205.1(5) Alteration of identification card, false name or address on or possessing false or defaced identification card 90 - 3 days - 2004 c18 s8 ; 2004 c27 s24 ; 2006 c23 s14 ; 2007 c23 s3 ; 2008 c57 s7 ; 2009 c9 s31 ; 2012 c17 s8 ; 2013 c10 s2 ; 2013 c15 s8 ; 2014 c24 s3 ; 2014 c28 s3 ; 2016 c31 s1 ; 2016 c13 s2 ; 2016 c51 s3 ; 2017 c10 s15 2017 c18 s1 ; 2017 c28 s15 ; 2018 c37 s20 ; 2019 c20 s9 ; 2020 c13 s3 ; 2022 c25 s1 ; 2024 c17 s89