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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's);
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Where can I find information on use of seat belts on PEI?
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Since 1987, it has become mandatory to where seat belts in
PEI. More information on
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Where can I find information on child restraint safety?
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There are four types of child restraint systems.
More information on
Child Restraints Safety.
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Where can I find information to help me be a co-pilot to a new
driver?
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A
Guide for Parents of New Drivers
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I am a volunteer firefighter, do I have to pay to get my vehicle registered?
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No, but for more information on this topic,
click here.
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Where can I find information on motor vehicle inspections?
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Annual inspection required on all motor vehicles and trailers. All commercial
vehicles over 4,500 kg must have valid inspection. Fee: passenger cars $12, all
others from $9 to $20.
For more information contact
Doug MacEwen
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Where do I find information on operating a Moped on PEI ?
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Valid operator's licence or Class 6 motorcycle licence or Class 8 moped licence.
More information on
Mopeds.
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Where can I get a driving record abstract?
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Contact Information
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Is information about motor vehicle violations shared between
provinces?
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All provinces are members of the Canadian Driver Licence Compact. Traffic
offence conviction information covering eight categories is exchanged among the
jurisdictions.
For more information contact
Doug MacEwen.
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Where can I get a Highway Safety Permit?
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Contact your local Access center or
Doug MacEwen.
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Where can I get information on Drinking and Driving on PEI?
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Blood and breath tests are authorized. Presumptive level .08%. For minors,
presumptive level is zero tolerance. Driving (riding) a moped, bicycle, or horse
while under the influence of alcohol is illegal and a punishable offense.
Roadside suspension of 24 hours for B.A.C. level exceeding .05%. Province has
administrative licence suspension law.
For more information,
click here or contact
Doug MacEwen.
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How can I obtain a Disabled Parking Permit?
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For information and to obtain a Disabled Parking Permit
application contact the Council of the
Disabled.
Application forms must be completed by a doctor and returned to the
Council of the Disabled. There is a $27.00 fee for a temporary permit, of which
$20.00 is refunded when the permit is returned. There is a $7.00 renewal fee per
year for the permit if it is required on an ongoing basis.
For an application only contact one of PEI's Access PEI sites.
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Where can I schedule an appointment for driver examinations?
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To arrange an appointment to obtain your drivers license, you can
contact any of the following locations.
Driving tests can be conducted from the following locations:
- Access PEI
Alberton
- Access PEI
Summerside
- Access PEI
Charlottetown
- Access PEI
Montague
- Access PEI
Souris
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Where can I get a Driver's Handbook and information about driving
on PEI?
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The Department of Transportation and Public Works' Driver's
Handbook is available online as a
complete document [11456KB PDF
file] or can be viewed by section.
You can also purchase the Driver's Handbook from any Access PEI location
for a fee of $10.00 plus GST.
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* Last
updated May 13, 2005
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