Manitoba Traffic Laws Flashcards

In Manitoba, what is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus with activated red flashing lights?

Answer: A fine of up to $2,000 and 10 demerit points on the first offence

Failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights is one of the most serious traffic offences in Manitoba. It carries heavy fines and significant demerit points because children's safety is at stake.

Is it legal to use a radar detector in Manitoba?

Answer: Yes, radar detectors are legal in Manitoba

Unlike some Canadian provinces, Manitoba does not prohibit the use of radar detectors in private vehicles. However, they are banned in commercial vehicles and in certain other provinces.

What is the minimum insurance requirement for vehicles in Manitoba?

Answer: Basic Autopac through MPI is mandatory for all registered vehicles

Manitoba has a public auto insurance system. All registered vehicles must have Basic Autopac coverage through Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI). Optional extended coverage is available for additional protection.

In Manitoba, what must you do when approaching a yield sign?

Answer: Slow down, check for traffic, and be prepared to stop — yield right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians already in the intersection

At a yield sign, you must slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary. You must yield the right-of-way to all vehicles and pedestrians already in or approaching the intersection before proceeding.

What is Manitoba's law on slow-moving vehicles?

Answer: They must display an orange slow-moving vehicle triangle on the rear and keep right

Vehicles that travel at 40 km/h or less, such as farm equipment, must display a fluorescent orange triangle on the rear. They must also travel as far to the right as safely possible to allow faster traffic to pass.

In Manitoba, under what circumstances can a peace officer demand a roadside breath sample?

Answer: If they have reasonable suspicion that a driver has alcohol in their body

Under Canada's impaired driving laws, a peace officer may demand a breath sample if they have reasonable grounds to suspect the driver has alcohol in their body. Mandatory alcohol screening also allows officers to demand a sample at any lawful traffic stop.