SAAQ Demerit Point System 2

Question 1

How many demerit points are recorded for failing to obey a traffic officer's signal in Quebec?

Accepted Answer

3 points

Answer

Failing to obey a traffic officer's signal results in 3 demerit points on your driving record.

Question 2

At what demerit point threshold is a probationary licence holder's licence suspended in Quebec?

Accepted Answer

4 points

Answer

Probationary licence holders face suspension when they accumulate 4 or more demerit points.

Question 3

How long does Quebec's demerit point accumulation period last?

Accepted Answer

24 months

Answer

Demerit points are counted over a rolling 24-month period from the date of each offence.

Question 4

Which of the following offences carries 9 demerit points in Quebec?

Accepted Answer

Failing to stop for a school bus

Answer

Failing to stop for a school bus with its stop sign extended earns 9 demerit points, one of the highest penalties.

Question 5

If a Quebec driver's licence is suspended due to demerit points, how long is the initial suspension period for a full licence holder who hits 15 points?

Accepted Answer

3 months

Answer

A full licence holder who accumulates 15 or more demerit points faces a 3-month suspension.

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SAAQ Demerit Point System 2