How many demerits do P platers have WA?
From when you get your learner’s permit until you have had your P-plates for 1 year, you will lose your licence/permit if you get 4 or more demerit points. If you are in your second year of your P-plates, you will lose your licence if you get 8 or more demerit points.
How many points do P platers have WA?
Licence features:
| Blood Alcohol Concentration | Zero (no alcohol in your system) |
|---|---|
| Demerit points | 4 points for the first 6 months (Type 1 Novice) 8 points for the remaining 12 months (Type 2 Novice) You move from Type 1 to Type 2 Novice after you have held your provisional licence for a period of 12 months. |
What happens if you don’t display P plates WA?
It’s an offence if you fail to display your P plates as required. You are also not restricted to any particular speed and can drive up to the posted speed limit on any gazetted road in WA. You must display white on red P plates and will be subject to night driving restrictions.
What happens if a learner driver is caught driving alone in WA?
Penalties for learner driver drive unaccompanied The penalty for the offence is: a maximum fine of $2200. a maximum disqualification period of 12 months.
Can P platers tow a trailer in WA?
Can P1 Drivers Tow Trailers? In the state of New South Wales, you are allowed to tow a vehicle, however, the unladen mass should not be more than 250 kg. In the state of Western Australia, P-plates are permitted to tow.
How long does it take to get demerit points back WA?
Demerit points expire three years from the date of the offence unless you accrue 12 or more points (four or eight in the case of a novice driver) within a three-year period and an Excessive Demerit Points Notice (EDPN) is issued.
Do I have to display P plates?
Are P plates a legal requirement? Unlike L plates, it is not a legal requirement for drivers to display green ‘probationary’ P plates. P plates can voluntarily be displayed to show that you have just passed your driving test. You can display P plates on your vehicle for as long as you like.
Do police ever pull over learner drivers?
They will pull over drivers who are breaking the law or driving dangerously. It would be insane for them to say oh, she just cut into traffic in a dangerous way, but she might be paying for a lesson, let’s ignore it. That’s what driving instructors are for – to prevent accidents. It’s not a factor whatsoever.
Can a learner sit in the car alone?
As a learner, you cannot drive alone. A supervisor is also considered to be in control of the vehicle, so there are [rules that apply to them too] (link to ‘Supervising a Learner Driver blog), for example, they can’t be over the drink drive limit, or use a handheld mobile phone while accompanying you.
How long are you on green P plates in WA?
18 months
Display your P Plates: You will have a provisional licence until you have ceased to be a novice driver and have reached 19 years of age during which time you have to display red for first six months and then green ‘P’ plates for 18 months.
Can you drive a V8 on your L’s in WA?
If you’re wondering can a learner driver drive a V8, the answer is yes – you can drive whatever car your instructor teaches you in, granted it’s not a larger vehicle.
What happens if you don’t display your P plates in WA?
It’s an offence if you fail to display your P plates as required. You are also not restricted to any particular speed and can drive up to the posted speed limit on any gazetted road in WA. You must display white on red P plates and will be subject to night driving restrictions.
Are demerit points recorded against my Western Australian (WA) driver’s licence?
Demerit points accrued in another Australian jurisdiction require you to pay the infringement, however the demerit points are not recorded against your Western Australian (WA) driver’s licence.
How many demerit points can you get on a provisional licence?
Until the end of the first year holding a provisional licence a person will only be able to have three demerit points recorded against them. If four or more demerit points are recorded against a person, they will be disqualified for at least three months and any driver’s licence held will be cancelled. Novice driver type 2
Do you have to display red P plates on provisional licence?
You’re required to display red P plates for six months after gaining your provisional licence, and green P plates until you’re upgraded to a full licence. This helps other road users understand your level of experience and restrictions that may apply. You must display white on red P plates and will be subject to night driving restrictions.