How to keep your probationary Licence

Probationary Licence - Passenger Vehicle

Conditions

To obtain a probationary licence, you must:

Have held a learner's licence for at least :

• 12 months, or
• 8 months, if you pass a practical course in a driving shcool recognized by CAA-Québec or the Quebec Safety League.
• Pass the SAAQ's road test, which is on appointment only.

Notes:

• A probationary licence is valid for 24 months or until age 25, whichever comes first. During this period, specific penalties apply in the event of a violation of the restrictions that apply to this licence: a 3-month licence suspension, if you have a total of 4 demerit points. The probationary period is subsequently extended an additional 3 months. For holders of a regular driver's licence, the number of demerit points entered on a driving record must remain below 15.

• A probationary licence holder cannot ride as an accompanying driver to assist a learner.

Zero alcohol

As the holder of a probationary licence, you are prohibited from driving if you have consumed alcohol. If this restriction is violated, your licence will be immediately suspended for 90 days, 4 demerit points will be added to your driving record resulting in an additional 3-month suspension and a $438 to $865 fine. 

Know that whatever your licence type or number of demerit points, we can help you keep your probationary driver's licence and save your demerit points!!!