Law Flashcards
(32 cards)
How often should your driving license be renewed?
Every 10 years.
Or 5 years at the age of 70+
What is the minimum age for a driving license?
18
Or 17 if you do 2ToDrive
What are the privileges of a car license B
You can drive any four wheeled motor vehicle with a maximum mass of 3500kg
You can drive vehicles with max 8 passengers excluding yourself
You can drive a moped, scooter, speed peddler, snorfiets(speed moped), brommobiel (microcar)
Before the age of 18, you can drive under the guidance of a coach. Who can be this coach?
Anyone as long as they meet certain requirements. They can be your parents
Min. Age to pass the theory test and for how long is it valid?
Min. Age is 16 years old. Theory is valid for 1.5 years
Min. Age to take the practical test?
17
What is the minimum age to drive independently?
18 years old
Driving with too much alcohol in your blood or driving under the influence gets you a penalty point that lasts 5 years. If you are found with more than 1.3 promille alcohol in your blood, what happens?
You lose your drivers license immediately
After how many convictions is a beginner’s driving license handed to the popo?
2 convictions for serious traffic offenses
What are examples of serious traffic offenses?
- Causing a traffic accidents
- Tailgating at a speed >80km/h
- Driving 40km/h over the speed limit on the motorway
- Driving 30km/h over the speed limit on a different road than a motorway
Which docs do you need when driving? (THEY MUST NOT BE COPIES)
- Driving license
- Vehicle registration
Even if you do not use your car, is insurance compulsory?
Yes
When is the only time insurance is not required?
If you suspend your license plate. This can only be done when you park your car elsewhere than public roads.
Which of the 3 insurance types is mandatory?
A third party liability insurance. This is the minimum required
What is the difference between the 3 types of insurance?
- Third party liability: Covers only the costs of the damage to the other vehicle that you caused
- Third party liability + insurance: Covers the costs of the damage to the other vehicle you caused and part of the damage to your own car
- All risk: Covers all costs for all damages
What is a green card and do you have to carry it with you when driving?
A green card is an international insurance certificate.
You do not have to, but it is recommended to carry it with you
Every driver must pay road tax. What does road tax depend on?
- Type of fuel
- How polluting the vehicle is
- The vehicle weight
- The province in which the owner of the vehicle lives
What is on a vehicle registration card?
- license plate holder’s details
- Technical data for vehicle
What is the difference between a crime and a violation?
A violation is a minor offense
A crime is a serious offense
Examples of violations are:
- Skipping a red light
- Speeding
- Unauthorised parking
Examples of crimes are:
- Driving under the influence
- Hit and run
- Joyriding; driving another person’s vehicle without their permission
What is the difference between a ‘forbidden to drive’ and ‘driver license suspension’
Forbidden to drive: During the duration, you may not drive any vehicle including a bicycle. This ban can last a max. Of 24 hours
Suspension: You cannot drive any motorized vehicle until the suspension is lifted. The suspension can be indefinite
Is refusing a breath test a violation or criminal offense?
A criminal offense
What are some penalties for being caught driving under the influence?
- You can be forbidden to drive by the popo
- A high fine and community service or imprisonment for up to 1 year
- Driving license can be denied for up to 5 years by a judge
