G2 Alcohol and Drug Impairment 3

Question 1

A G2 driver is convicted of impaired driving. Which combination of consequences can they face?

Accepted Answer

Licence suspension, substantial fines, and possible imprisonment

Answer

Impaired driving is a criminal offence carrying licence suspension, significant fines, and potential jail time under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Question 2

What is the minimum licence suspension for a first-time impaired driving criminal conviction in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

1 year

Answer

Ontario law mandates a minimum 1-year licence suspension for a first impaired driving conviction.

Question 3

What is Ontario's 'Back on Track' program?

Accepted Answer

A mandatory education and treatment program for impaired drivers seeking licence reinstatement

Answer

Back on Track is Ontario's remedial program addressing alcohol and drug use that impaired drivers must complete before their licence can be reinstated.

Question 4

After an impaired driving conviction, Ontario may require a driver to install which device in their vehicle before driving again?

Accepted Answer

An ignition interlock device

Answer

An ignition interlock device requires the driver to provide a clean breath sample before the vehicle will start, preventing impaired operation.

Question 5

Does a criminal conviction for impaired driving in Ontario result in demerit points being added to the driver's record?

Accepted Answer

No — Criminal Code offences do not carry demerit points in Ontario

Answer

Demerit points apply to Highway Traffic Act violations; Criminal Code offences like impaired driving result in a criminal record and licence suspension instead.

G2 - Ontario G2 Driver's License Practice Test

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G2 Alcohol and Drug Impairment 3