{"id":"qld:sl-2021-0112","name":"Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Driver Licensing) Regulation 2021","slug":"transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021","collection":"regulation","jurisdiction":"qld","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":"112 of 2021","makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":173936,"registerId":"qld-sl-2021-0112-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-05","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"ch.1-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Introduction","content":"# Introduction","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"sec.1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Short title","content":"### sec.1 Short title\n\nThis regulation may be cited as the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Driver Licensing) Regulation 2021 .","sortOrder":1},{"sectionNumber":"sec.2","sectionType":"section","heading":"Commencement","content":"### sec.2 Commencement\n\nThis regulation, other than the provisions mentioned in subsections (2) and (3) , commences on 1 September 2021.\nThe following provisions commence on 10 September 2021—\nchapter 11 ;\nchapter 12 , part 4 ;\nschedule 7 , items 15 and 16.\nSections 264 (2) (d) , 268 (1) (c) and 270 (1) (c) commence on 31 January 2022.\n(sec.2-ssec.1) This regulation, other than the provisions mentioned in subsections (2) and (3) , commences on 1 September 2021.\n(sec.2-ssec.2) The following provisions commence on 10 September 2021— chapter 11 ; chapter 12 , part 4 ; schedule 7 , items 15 and 16.\n(sec.2-ssec.3) Sections 264 (2) (d) , 268 (1) (c) and 270 (1) (c) commence on 31 January 2022.\n- (a) chapter 11 ;\n- (b) chapter 12 , part 4 ;\n- (c) schedule 7 , items 15 and 16.","sortOrder":2},{"sectionNumber":"ch.1-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Interpretation and key concepts","content":"# Interpretation and key concepts","sortOrder":3},{"sectionNumber":"sec.3","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions","content":"### sec.3 Definitions\n\nThe dictionary in schedule 9 defines particular words used in this regulation.","sortOrder":4},{"sectionNumber":"sec.4","sectionType":"section","heading":"Classes of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.4 Classes of Queensland driver licences\n\nThe class of a Queensland driver licence identifies the class of motor vehicle the holder of the licence is authorised to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence.\nSee also chapter 2 , part 2 .\nThe classes of Queensland driver licence for driving, or learning to drive, cars, buses, heavy vehicles, mopeds and specially constructed vehicles are, from the lowest class to the highest class, the following—\nclass C;\nclass LR;\nclass MR;\nclass HR;\nclass HC;\nclass MC.\nThe class of a Queensland driver licence for riding or learning to ride a moped may also be a class mentioned in subsection (3) .\nSee also section 402 for class UD Queensland driver licences.\nThe classes of Queensland driver licence for riding, or learning to ride, motorbikes are, from the lowest class to the highest class, the following—\nclass RE;\nclass R.\n(sec.4-ssec.1) The class of a Queensland driver licence identifies the class of motor vehicle the holder of the licence is authorised to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence. See also chapter 2 , part 2 .\n(sec.4-ssec.2) The classes of Queensland driver licence for driving, or learning to drive, cars, buses, heavy vehicles, mopeds and specially constructed vehicles are, from the lowest class to the highest class, the following— class C; class LR; class MR; class HR; class HC; class MC. The class of a Queensland driver licence for riding or learning to ride a moped may also be a class mentioned in subsection (3) . See also section 402 for class UD Queensland driver licences.\n(sec.4-ssec.3) The classes of Queensland driver licence for riding, or learning to ride, motorbikes are, from the lowest class to the highest class, the following— class RE; class R.\n- (a) class C;\n- (b) class LR;\n- (c) class MR;\n- (d) class HR;\n- (e) class HC;\n- (f) class MC.\n- 1 The class of a Queensland driver licence for riding or learning to ride a moped may also be a class mentioned in subsection (3) .\n- 2 See also section 402 for class UD Queensland driver licences.\n- (a) class RE;\n- (b) class R.","sortOrder":5},{"sectionNumber":"sec.5","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.5 Categories and types of Queensland driver licences\n\nThe following categories of Queensland driver licence are issued under the Act (each a category of Queensland driver licence)—\na learner licence;\na provisional licence;\na probationary licence;\na restricted licence;\nan open licence.\nIf a Queensland driver licence is a learner licence or open licence, that is also the type of the licence under this regulation.\nIf a Queensland driver licence is a provisional licence, the licence is also issued with a type of Queensland driver licence that is P1 or P2.\nA provisional licence may be a P1 provisional licence or a P2 provisional licence.\nIf a Queensland driver licence is a probationary licence, the licence is also issued with a type of Queensland driver licence that is P1, P2 or P.\nA probationary licence may be a P1 probationary licence, P2 probationary licence or P probationary licence.\nIf a Queensland driver licence is a restricted licence, the licence is also issued with a type of Queensland driver licence that is P.\nThe category and type of a Queensland driver licence are relevant to whether particular restrictions under this regulation apply to the holder of the licence.\nA Queensland driver licence may also be subject to conditions. See sections 201 and 202 (3) and (4) and schedule 3 .\n(sec.5-ssec.1) The following categories of Queensland driver licence are issued under the Act (each a category of Queensland driver licence)— a learner licence; a provisional licence; a probationary licence; a restricted licence; an open licence.\n(sec.5-ssec.2) If a Queensland driver licence is a learner licence or open licence, that is also the type of the licence under this regulation.\n(sec.5-ssec.3) If a Queensland driver licence is a provisional licence, the licence is also issued with a type of Queensland driver licence that is P1 or P2. A provisional licence may be a P1 provisional licence or a P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.5-ssec.4) If a Queensland driver licence is a probationary licence, the licence is also issued with a type of Queensland driver licence that is P1, P2 or P. A probationary licence may be a P1 probationary licence, P2 probationary licence or P probationary licence.\n(sec.5-ssec.5) If a Queensland driver licence is a restricted licence, the licence is also issued with a type of Queensland driver licence that is P.\n(sec.5-ssec.6) The category and type of a Queensland driver licence are relevant to whether particular restrictions under this regulation apply to the holder of the licence. A Queensland driver licence may also be subject to conditions. See sections 201 and 202 (3) and (4) and schedule 3 .\n- (a) a learner licence;\n- (b) a provisional licence;\n- (c) a probationary licence;\n- (d) a restricted licence;\n- (e) an open licence.","sortOrder":6},{"sectionNumber":"sec.6","sectionType":"section","heading":"Meaning of P1 type licence , P2 type licence and P type licence","content":"### sec.6 Meaning of P1 type licence , P2 type licence and P type licence\n\nA P1 type licence is a P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence.\nA P2 type licence is a P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence.\nA P type licence is a P probationary licence or P restricted licence.\n(sec.6-ssec.1) A P1 type licence is a P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence.\n(sec.6-ssec.2) A P2 type licence is a P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence.\n(sec.6-ssec.3) A P type licence is a P probationary licence or P restricted licence.","sortOrder":7},{"sectionNumber":"sec.7","sectionType":"section","heading":"Meaning of O type licence","content":"### sec.7 Meaning of O type licence\n\nAn O type licence is—\nan open licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence.\n- (a) an open licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence.","sortOrder":8},{"sectionNumber":"sec.8","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to O type licences","content":"### sec.8 References to O type licences\n\nIn this regulation, a reference to an O type licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the stated class.","sortOrder":9},{"sectionNumber":"sec.9","sectionType":"section","heading":"Classes of motor vehicles","content":"### sec.9 Classes of motor vehicles\n\nThe class of a motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 1 , column 2 is the class stated opposite the vehicle in schedule 1 , part 1 , column 1.\nA motor vehicle that is a moped may also, under subsection (3) , be of a class stated in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 1.\nThe classes of motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 1 , column 1 are stated in order of the lowest class to the highest class.\nThe class of a motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 2 is the class stated opposite the vehicle in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 1.\nThe classes of motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 1 are stated in order of the lowest class to the highest class.\nIn this regulation, a reference to a motor vehicle of a class stated in schedule 1 , part 1 or 2 , column 1 is a reference to each motor vehicle stated opposite the class in schedule 1 , part 1 or 2 , column 2.\nA reference in this regulation to a class MC motor vehicle is a reference to a B-double and a road train.\n(sec.9-ssec.1) The class of a motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 1 , column 2 is the class stated opposite the vehicle in schedule 1 , part 1 , column 1. A motor vehicle that is a moped may also, under subsection (3) , be of a class stated in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 1.\n(sec.9-ssec.2) The classes of motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 1 , column 1 are stated in order of the lowest class to the highest class.\n(sec.9-ssec.3) The class of a motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 2 is the class stated opposite the vehicle in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 1.\n(sec.9-ssec.4) The classes of motor vehicle stated in schedule 1 , part 2 , column 1 are stated in order of the lowest class to the highest class.\n(sec.9-ssec.5) In this regulation, a reference to a motor vehicle of a class stated in schedule 1 , part 1 or 2 , column 1 is a reference to each motor vehicle stated opposite the class in schedule 1 , part 1 or 2 , column 2.","sortOrder":10},{"sectionNumber":"sec.10","sectionType":"section","heading":"Foreign driver licences that are recognised country licences","content":"### sec.10 Foreign driver licences that are recognised country licences\n\nA foreign driver licence issued under the law of a recognised country is a recognised country licence .\nHowever, a foreign driver licence is not a recognised country licence if—\nthe approval by Austroads of the country that issued the licence as a recognised country states the approval applies only to—\nparticular licences issued under the law of that country; or\nlicences issued under the law of that country that have been held by a person for a stated period; and\nthe approval does not apply to the foreign driver licence.\ns 10 sub 2026 SL No. 7 s 8\n(sec.10-ssec.1) A foreign driver licence issued under the law of a recognised country is a recognised country licence .\n(sec.10-ssec.2) However, a foreign driver licence is not a recognised country licence if— the approval by Austroads of the country that issued the licence as a recognised country states the approval applies only to— particular licences issued under the law of that country; or licences issued under the law of that country that have been held by a person for a stated period; and the approval does not apply to the foreign driver licence.\n- (a) the approval by Austroads of the country that issued the licence as a recognised country states the approval applies only to— (i) particular licences issued under the law of that country; or (ii) licences issued under the law of that country that have been held by a person for a stated period; and\n- (i) particular licences issued under the law of that country; or\n- (ii) licences issued under the law of that country that have been held by a person for a stated period; and\n- (b) the approval does not apply to the foreign driver licence.\n- (i) particular licences issued under the law of that country; or\n- (ii) licences issued under the law of that country that have been held by a person for a stated period; and","sortOrder":11},{"sectionNumber":"sec.11","sectionType":"section","heading":"Working out period driver licence has been held","content":"### sec.11 Working out period driver licence has been held\n\nThis section states, for this regulation, how to work out the period a person has held a class, category or type of driver licence.\nGenerally, the period is the total of any periods the person has held a valid driver licence of that class, category or type.\nHowever, if the period is being worked out for a provision that refers to a length of time within which the person has held a driver licence of the class, category or type, the period is the total of any periods during the length of time the person has held a valid driver licence of that class, category or type.\n(sec.11-ssec.1) This section states, for this regulation, how to work out the period a person has held a class, category or type of driver licence.\n(sec.11-ssec.2) Generally, the period is the total of any periods the person has held a valid driver licence of that class, category or type.\n(sec.11-ssec.3) However, if the period is being worked out for a provision that refers to a length of time within which the person has held a driver licence of the class, category or type, the period is the total of any periods during the length of time the person has held a valid driver licence of that class, category or type.","sortOrder":12},{"sectionNumber":"sec.11A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Practical driving tests","content":"### sec.11A Practical driving tests\n\nThe chief executive may conduct a test of a person’s practical ability to drive a motor vehicle.\nAlso, the chief executive may enter into an arrangement with an entity the chief executive considers suitable to conduct a test of a person’s practical ability to drive a motor vehicle.\nA test mentioned in subsection (1) or (2) is a practical driving test .\na test of a person’s practical ability to—\ndrive a motor vehicle in a forward and reverse direction\ndrive a motor vehicle into or through a restricted space in a forward and reverse direction\nstop a motor vehicle, with the engine running and the gears disengaged, during the ascent of a steep hill and restart the vehicle in a forward direction\ndrive a motor vehicle while the vehicle is carrying a load\ns 11A ins 2026 SL No. 7 s 9\n(sec.11A-ssec.1) The chief executive may conduct a test of a person’s practical ability to drive a motor vehicle.\n(sec.11A-ssec.2) Also, the chief executive may enter into an arrangement with an entity the chief executive considers suitable to conduct a test of a person’s practical ability to drive a motor vehicle.\n(sec.11A-ssec.3) A test mentioned in subsection (1) or (2) is a practical driving test . a test of a person’s practical ability to— drive a motor vehicle in a forward and reverse direction drive a motor vehicle into or through a restricted space in a forward and reverse direction stop a motor vehicle, with the engine running and the gears disengaged, during the ascent of a steep hill and restart the vehicle in a forward direction drive a motor vehicle while the vehicle is carrying a load\n- • drive a motor vehicle in a forward and reverse direction\n- • drive a motor vehicle into or through a restricted space in a forward and reverse direction\n- • stop a motor vehicle, with the engine running and the gears disengaged, during the ascent of a steep hill and restart the vehicle in a forward direction\n- • drive a motor vehicle while the vehicle is carrying a load","sortOrder":13},{"sectionNumber":"ch.2-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":14},{"sectionNumber":"sec.12","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of chapter","content":"### sec.12 Purpose of chapter\n\nThis chapter—\nstates when the holder of a Queensland driver licence is authorised to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle on a road under the licence; and\nstates restrictions that apply to the authority.\n- (a) states when the holder of a Queensland driver licence is authorised to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle on a road under the licence; and\n- (b) states restrictions that apply to the authority.","sortOrder":15},{"sectionNumber":"ch.2-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Authority to drive and learn to drive motor vehicles","content":"# Authority to drive and learn to drive motor vehicles","sortOrder":16},{"sectionNumber":"sec.13","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority to drive and learn to drive motor vehicles other than particular motorbikes","content":"### sec.13 Authority to drive and learn to drive motor vehicles other than particular motorbikes\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table is authorised under the licence to drive a motor vehicle stated in column 2 of the table, and to learn to drive a motor vehicle stated in column 3 of the table, opposite the licence—\nColumn 1\nQueensland driver licence\nColumn 2\nDrive\nColumn 3\nLearn to drive\nclass C learner licence\n—\nclass C motor vehicle, other than a specially constructed vehicle\nclass C P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass C motor vehicle\nclass LR motor vehicle, class MR motor vehicle or class HR motor vehicle\nclass LR P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass LR motor vehicle\nclass MR motor vehicle or class HR motor vehicle\nclass MR P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass MR motor vehicle\nclass HR motor vehicle or class HC motor vehicle\nclass HR P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass HR motor vehicle\nclass HC motor vehicle or class MC motor vehicle\nclass HC learner licence\n—\nclass HC motor vehicle\nclass HC P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass HC motor vehicle\nclass MC motor vehicle\nclass MC P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass MC motor vehicle\n—\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence who is authorised under subsection (1) to drive a motor vehicle under the licence is also authorised under the licence to drive a motor vehicle of a lower class.\nFor what is a lower class of motor vehicle, see section 9 (2) .\nFor a learner licence granted to a person on the basis the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) , see also section 174 .\nFor a class UD Queensland driver licence, see also section 402 (10) .\n(sec.13-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table is authorised under the licence to drive a motor vehicle stated in column 2 of the table, and to learn to drive a motor vehicle stated in column 3 of the table, opposite the licence— Column 1 Queensland driver licence Column 2 Drive Column 3 Learn to drive class C learner licence — class C motor vehicle, other than a specially constructed vehicle class C P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class C motor vehicle class LR motor vehicle, class MR motor vehicle or class HR motor vehicle class LR P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class LR motor vehicle class MR motor vehicle or class HR motor vehicle class MR P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class MR motor vehicle class HR motor vehicle or class HC motor vehicle class HR P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class HR motor vehicle class HC motor vehicle or class MC motor vehicle class HC learner licence — class HC motor vehicle class HC P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class HC motor vehicle class MC motor vehicle class MC P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class MC motor vehicle —\n(sec.13-ssec.2) The holder of a Queensland driver licence who is authorised under subsection (1) to drive a motor vehicle under the licence is also authorised under the licence to drive a motor vehicle of a lower class.\n- 1 For what is a lower class of motor vehicle, see section 9 (2) .\n- 2 For a learner licence granted to a person on the basis the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) , see also section 174 .\n- 3 For a class UD Queensland driver licence, see also section 402 (10) .","sortOrder":17},{"sectionNumber":"sec.14","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority to ride and learn to ride motorbikes","content":"### sec.14 Authority to ride and learn to ride motorbikes\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table is authorised under the licence to ride a motorbike stated in column 2 of the table, and to learn to ride a motorbike stated in column 3 of the table, opposite the licence—\nColumn 1\nQueensland driver licence\nColumn 2\nRide\nColumn 3\nLearn to ride\nclass RE learner licence\n—\nclass RE motorbike\nclass RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P probationary licence or open licence\nclass RE motorbike\nclass R motorbike\nclass RE P restricted licence\nclass RE motorbike\n—\nclass R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence\nclass RE motorbike or class R motorbike\n—\nDespite subsection (1) , the holder of a class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P probationary licence or open licence (each a relevant class RE licence ) is authorised under the licence to learn to ride a class R motorbike only if the holder has held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 2 years.\nFor a learner licence granted to a person on the basis the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) , see also section 174 .\n(sec.14-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table is authorised under the licence to ride a motorbike stated in column 2 of the table, and to learn to ride a motorbike stated in column 3 of the table, opposite the licence— Column 1 Queensland driver licence Column 2 Ride Column 3 Learn to ride class RE learner licence — class RE motorbike class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P probationary licence or open licence class RE motorbike class R motorbike class RE P restricted licence class RE motorbike — class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence class RE motorbike or class R motorbike —\n(sec.14-ssec.2) Despite subsection (1) , the holder of a class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P probationary licence or open licence (each a relevant class RE licence ) is authorised under the licence to learn to ride a class R motorbike only if the holder has held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 2 years. For a learner licence granted to a person on the basis the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) , see also section 174 .","sortOrder":18},{"sectionNumber":"sec.15","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learning to drive motor vehicles with different transmission or gearbox","content":"### sec.15 Learning to drive motor vehicles with different transmission or gearbox\n\nThis section applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if—\nthe holder is, under section 13 , authorised under the licence to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle of a particular class; and\nthe licence is subject to a condition that states the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with a particular type of transmission or gearbox.\nThe holder is authorised under the Queensland driver licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the same class with another type of transmission or gearbox.\nThe holder of a class C open licence subject to a condition that the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with an automatic transmission is authorised under the licence to learn to drive a class C motor vehicle with a manual transmission.\n(sec.15-ssec.1) This section applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if— the holder is, under section 13 , authorised under the licence to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle of a particular class; and the licence is subject to a condition that states the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with a particular type of transmission or gearbox.\n(sec.15-ssec.2) The holder is authorised under the Queensland driver licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the same class with another type of transmission or gearbox. The holder of a class C open licence subject to a condition that the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with an automatic transmission is authorised under the licence to learn to drive a class C motor vehicle with a manual transmission.\n- (a) the holder is, under section 13 , authorised under the licence to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle of a particular class; and\n- (b) the licence is subject to a condition that states the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with a particular type of transmission or gearbox.","sortOrder":19},{"sectionNumber":"sec.16","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learning to ride motorbikes with different transmission","content":"### sec.16 Learning to ride motorbikes with different transmission\n\nThis section applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if—\nthe holder is, under section 14 , authorised under the licence to ride, or learn to ride, a motorbike of a particular class; and\nthe licence is subject to a condition that states the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with a particular type of transmission.\nThe holder is authorised under the Queensland driver licence to learn to ride a motorbike of the same class with another type of transmission.\n(sec.16-ssec.1) This section applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if— the holder is, under section 14 , authorised under the licence to ride, or learn to ride, a motorbike of a particular class; and the licence is subject to a condition that states the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with a particular type of transmission.\n(sec.16-ssec.2) The holder is authorised under the Queensland driver licence to learn to ride a motorbike of the same class with another type of transmission.\n- (a) the holder is, under section 14 , authorised under the licence to ride, or learn to ride, a motorbike of a particular class; and\n- (b) the licence is subject to a condition that states the holder may only drive a motor vehicle with a particular type of transmission.","sortOrder":20},{"sectionNumber":"sec.17","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learning to drive under returning driver certificates","content":"### sec.17 Learning to drive under returning driver certificates\n\nThis section applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if—\nthe licence has the code RD stated on it; and\na returning driver certificate in effect for the holder states the holder may learn to drive a motor vehicle of a stated class.\nThe holder is authorised under the Queensland driver licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the stated class, and any lower class of motor vehicle, but only if the holder carries the returning driver certificate while driving the vehicle.\nDespite section 13 , if the holder is authorised, under section 13 , to learn to drive a motor vehicle under the Queensland driver licence, the holder is authorised to learn to drive the motor vehicle only if the holder carries the returning driver certificate while driving the vehicle.\nAlso, despite subsection (2) , if the returning driver certificate states the holder may learn to drive a class C motor vehicle, the holder is not authorised to learn to drive a specially constructed vehicle.\n(sec.17-ssec.1) This section applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if— the licence has the code RD stated on it; and a returning driver certificate in effect for the holder states the holder may learn to drive a motor vehicle of a stated class.\n(sec.17-ssec.2) The holder is authorised under the Queensland driver licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the stated class, and any lower class of motor vehicle, but only if the holder carries the returning driver certificate while driving the vehicle.\n(sec.17-ssec.3) Despite section 13 , if the holder is authorised, under section 13 , to learn to drive a motor vehicle under the Queensland driver licence, the holder is authorised to learn to drive the motor vehicle only if the holder carries the returning driver certificate while driving the vehicle.\n(sec.17-ssec.4) Also, despite subsection (2) , if the returning driver certificate states the holder may learn to drive a class C motor vehicle, the holder is not authorised to learn to drive a specially constructed vehicle.\n- (a) the licence has the code RD stated on it; and\n- (b) a returning driver certificate in effect for the holder states the holder may learn to drive a motor vehicle of a stated class.","sortOrder":21},{"sectionNumber":"sec.18","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learning to ride under special need certificates","content":"### sec.18 Learning to ride under special need certificates\n\nThis section applies to the holder of a class RE learner licence, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence if—\nthe holder is not authorised, under section 14 , to learn to ride a class R motorbike under the licence; and\na certificate under section 144 (1) (b) in effect for the holder states the holder is authorised to learn to ride a class R motorbike under the licence.\nDespite section 14 , the holder is authorised under the licence to learn to ride a class R motorbike but only if the holder carries the certificate while riding the motorbike.\n(sec.18-ssec.1) This section applies to the holder of a class RE learner licence, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence if— the holder is not authorised, under section 14 , to learn to ride a class R motorbike under the licence; and a certificate under section 144 (1) (b) in effect for the holder states the holder is authorised to learn to ride a class R motorbike under the licence.\n(sec.18-ssec.2) Despite section 14 , the holder is authorised under the licence to learn to ride a class R motorbike but only if the holder carries the certificate while riding the motorbike.\n- (a) the holder is not authorised, under section 14 , to learn to ride a class R motorbike under the licence; and\n- (b) a certificate under section 144 (1) (b) in effect for the holder states the holder is authorised to learn to ride a class R motorbike under the licence.","sortOrder":22},{"sectionNumber":"sec.19","sectionType":"section","heading":"No authority to learn to drive if relevant order in effect","content":"### sec.19 No authority to learn to drive if relevant order in effect\n\nThis part does not authorise the holder of a Queensland driver licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle under the licence if a relevant order is in effect for the holder.","sortOrder":23},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":24},{"sectionNumber":"sec.20","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons are eligible for Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.20 When persons are eligible for Queensland driver licences\n\nA person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence only if the person is eligible for the licence under parts 2 to 5 .\nHowever, a person is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence if the person is not eligible for the licence under section 176 , 180 or 181 .\nThis section does not apply in relation to a restricted licence.\nSee sections 81 and  87 of the Act and part 8 for when a restricted licence must be issued.\n(sec.20-ssec.1) A person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence only if the person is eligible for the licence under parts 2 to 5 .\n(sec.20-ssec.2) However, a person is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence if the person is not eligible for the licence under section 176 , 180 or 181 .\n(sec.20-ssec.3) This section does not apply in relation to a restricted licence. See sections 81 and  87 of the Act and part 8 for when a restricted licence must be issued.","sortOrder":25},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Eligibility requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licences","content":"# Eligibility requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":26},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.2-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Preliminary","content":"## Preliminary","sortOrder":27},{"sectionNumber":"sec.21","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of part","content":"### sec.21 Application of part\n\nThis part does not apply to a person if—\nthe person is applying for a class HC Queensland driver licence and the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; or\nFor when a person to whom this paragraph applies is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence, see part 5 , division 2 .\nthe person is applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .\nAlso, if the chief executive approves, under section 129 , an application in relation to a person’s special need for a class C learner licence—\nthe person does not need to satisfy section 23 (1) (a) to be eligible for a class C learner licence; and\nsection 24 does not apply in relation to the person.\nFurther, if the chief executive approves, under section 129 , an application in relation to a person’s special need for a class C provisional licence, the person does not need to satisfy an age requirement, experience requirement or 6-month HPT requirement to be eligible for a class C provisional licence.\nIn this section—\nage requirement means a requirement under section 28 (a) .\nexperience requirement means a requirement under section 29 (2) (b) or (c) or (3) (b) or 30 (3) (b) .\n6-month HPT requirement means a requirement under section 53 (3) (a) .\n(sec.21-ssec.1) This part does not apply to a person if— the person is applying for a class HC Queensland driver licence and the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; or For when a person to whom this paragraph applies is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence, see part 5 , division 2 . the person is applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .\n(sec.21-ssec.2) Also, if the chief executive approves, under section 129 , an application in relation to a person’s special need for a class C learner licence— the person does not need to satisfy section 23 (1) (a) to be eligible for a class C learner licence; and section 24 does not apply in relation to the person.\n(sec.21-ssec.3) Further, if the chief executive approves, under section 129 , an application in relation to a person’s special need for a class C provisional licence, the person does not need to satisfy an age requirement, experience requirement or 6-month HPT requirement to be eligible for a class C provisional licence.\n(sec.21-ssec.4) In this section— age requirement means a requirement under section 28 (a) . experience requirement means a requirement under section 29 (2) (b) or (c) or (3) (b) or 30 (3) (b) . 6-month HPT requirement means a requirement under section 53 (3) (a) .\n- (a) the person is applying for a class HC Queensland driver licence and the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; or Note— For when a person to whom this paragraph applies is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence, see part 5 , division 2 .\n- (b) the person is applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .\n- (a) the person does not need to satisfy section 23 (1) (a) to be eligible for a class C learner licence; and\n- (b) section 24 does not apply in relation to the person.","sortOrder":28},{"sectionNumber":"sec.22","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to P1 type licence, P2 type licence and P type licence","content":"### sec.22 References to P1 type licence, P2 type licence and P type licence\n\nIn this part—\na reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and\na reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and\na reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\nAlso, if the reference is to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of a stated class, the reference includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of the stated class.\n(sec.22-ssec.1) In this part— a reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and a reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and a reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\n(sec.22-ssec.2) Also, if the reference is to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of a stated class, the reference includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of the stated class.\n- (a) a reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and\n- (c) a reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.","sortOrder":29},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.2-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Class C learner licences","content":"## Class C learner licences","sortOrder":30},{"sectionNumber":"sec.23","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.23 Eligibility requirements\n\nA person is eligible for a class C learner licence if the person—\nis at least 16 years; and\nFor a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C learner licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (2) .\npasses a road rules test for the licence.\nSee also section 173 .\nSubsection (1) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class C learner licence under section 182 or 183 .\n(sec.23-ssec.1) A person is eligible for a class C learner licence if the person— is at least 16 years; and For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C learner licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (2) . passes a road rules test for the licence. See also section 173 .\n(sec.23-ssec.2) Subsection (1) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class C learner licence under section 182 or 183 .\n- (a) is at least 16 years; and Note— For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C learner licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (2) .\n- (b) passes a road rules test for the licence.","sortOrder":31},{"sectionNumber":"sec.24","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum age for road rules tests","content":"### sec.24 Minimum age for road rules tests\n\nA person may enrol in and take an online road rules test for a class C learner licence only if the person is at least 15 years and 11 months.\nA person may take a road rules test, other than an online road rules test, for a class C learner licence only if the person is at least 16 years.\nFor a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C learner licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (2) .\n(sec.24-ssec.1) A person may enrol in and take an online road rules test for a class C learner licence only if the person is at least 15 years and 11 months.\n(sec.24-ssec.2) A person may take a road rules test, other than an online road rules test, for a class C learner licence only if the person is at least 16 years.","sortOrder":32},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.2-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Class C and heavy vehicle class provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences","content":"## Class C and heavy vehicle class provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences","sortOrder":33},{"sectionNumber":"sec.25","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.25 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to the following class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licences—\na P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence;\na P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence;\na P probationary licence;\nan open licence.\n- (a) a P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence;\n- (b) a P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence;\n- (c) a P probationary licence;\n- (d) an open licence.","sortOrder":34},{"sectionNumber":"sec.26","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.26 Eligibility requirements\n\nA person is eligible for the Queensland driver licence if the person—\nis at least the minimum age stated for the licence in subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 ; and\nsatisfies, under subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test and completes each course the person is required to pass or complete in relation to an application for the licence under subdivision 5 .\nThis section applies subject to section 66 .\n(sec.26-ssec.1) A person is eligible for the Queensland driver licence if the person— is at least the minimum age stated for the licence in subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 ; and satisfies, under subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 , the experience requirements for the licence; and passes each test and completes each course the person is required to pass or complete in relation to an application for the licence under subdivision 5 .\n(sec.26-ssec.2) This section applies subject to section 66 .\n- (a) is at least the minimum age stated for the licence in subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 ; and\n- (b) satisfies, under subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (c) passes each test and completes each course the person is required to pass or complete in relation to an application for the licence under subdivision 5 .","sortOrder":35},{"sectionNumber":"sec.27","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to class C learner licence","content":"### sec.27 References to class C learner licence\n\nIn this division, a reference to a class C learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence.","sortOrder":36},{"sectionNumber":"sec.28","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum ages","content":"### sec.28 Minimum ages\n\nFor section 26 (1) (a) , the minimum age for—\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence is 17 years; and\nFor a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence is 18 years.\n- (a) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence is 17 years; and Note— For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\n- (b) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence is 18 years.","sortOrder":37},{"sectionNumber":"sec.29","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C P1 provisional licences—persons who hold class C learner licences","content":"### sec.29 Experience requirements for class C P1 provisional licences—persons who hold class C learner licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P1 provisional licence if the person satisfies—\nfor a person who is a young driver to whom part 3 applies— subsection (2) ; or\notherwise— subsection (3) .\nFor subsection (1) (a) , the person must—\nhold a class C learner licence; and\nif the person has satisfied the logbook requirements or the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the person under section 78 (3) —have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence, a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year; and\nif the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the person under section 83 (1) (b) —have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence, a class C learner licence for a period of at least 2 years; and\nbe under 25 years when the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the person must—\nhold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence; and\nhave held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence.\nIn this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence.\nFor a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class C P1 provisional licence, see section 32 .\n(sec.29-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P1 provisional licence if the person satisfies— for a person who is a young driver to whom part 3 applies— subsection (2) ; or otherwise— subsection (3) .\n(sec.29-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (a) , the person must— hold a class C learner licence; and if the person has satisfied the logbook requirements or the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the person under section 78 (3) —have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence, a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year; and if the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the person under section 83 (1) (b) —have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence, a class C learner licence for a period of at least 2 years; and be under 25 years when the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.29-ssec.3) For subsection (1) (b) , the person must— hold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence; and have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.29-ssec.4) In this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence.\n- (a) for a person who is a young driver to whom part 3 applies— subsection (2) ; or\n- (b) otherwise— subsection (3) .\n- (a) hold a class C learner licence; and\n- (b) if the person has satisfied the logbook requirements or the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the person under section 78 (3) —have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence, a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (c) if the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the person under section 83 (1) (b) —have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence, a class C learner licence for a period of at least 2 years; and\n- (d) be under 25 years when the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence.\n- (a) hold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence; and\n- (b) have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 provisional licence.\n- 1 For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\n- 2 For alternative experience requirements for a class C P1 provisional licence, see section 32 .","sortOrder":38},{"sectionNumber":"sec.30","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C P2 provisional licences—persons who hold class C P1 type licences or class C learner licences","content":"### sec.30 Experience requirements for class C P2 provisional licences—persons who hold class C P1 type licences or class C learner licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class C P1 type licence; and\nhave held a class C P1 type licence for a period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class C learner licence; and\nhave held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; and\nFor a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\neither—\nbe at least 25 years when the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; or\nhold a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\nHowever, if the person holds a class C P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class C P2 provisional licence, see sections 32 and 33 .\n(sec.30-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\n(sec.30-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class C P1 type licence; and have held a class C P1 type licence for a period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.30-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class C learner licence; and have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; and For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) . either— be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; or hold a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.30-ssec.4) However, if the person holds a class C P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.30-ssec.5) In this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\n- (a) hold a class C P1 type licence; and\n- (b) have held a class C P1 type licence for a period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n- (a) hold a class C learner licence; and\n- (b) have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; and Note— For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\n- (c) either— (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; or (ii) hold a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) hold a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class C P2 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) hold a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":39},{"sectionNumber":"sec.31","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licences—persons who hold heavy vehicle class P1 type licences","content":"### sec.31 Experience requirements for heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licences—persons who hold heavy vehicle class P1 type licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence if the person—\nholds a heavy vehicle class P1 type licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\nhas held the heavy vehicle class P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nwas first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nHowever, if the person holds a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence, see sections 32 and 33 .\n(sec.31-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence if the person— holds a heavy vehicle class P1 type licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and has held the heavy vehicle class P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.31-ssec.2) However, if the person holds a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) holds a heavy vehicle class P1 type licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\n- (b) has held the heavy vehicle class P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":40},{"sectionNumber":"sec.32","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class P1 and P2 provisional licences—persons who hold or have held provisional licences of same class and type","content":"### sec.32 Alternative experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class P1 and P2 provisional licences—persons who hold or have held provisional licences of same class and type\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 or P2 provisional licence if the person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a provisional licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for; or\nholds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for.\nA person who, within the period of 5 years before applying for a class C P1 provisional licence, held a class C P1 provisional licence is eligible under paragraph (a) for another class C P1 provisional licence.\nHowever, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) or (b) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nSee also section 33 and subdivision 3 .\n(sec.32-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 or P2 provisional licence if the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a provisional licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for; or holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for. A person who, within the period of 5 years before applying for a class C P1 provisional licence, held a class C P1 provisional licence is eligible under paragraph (a) for another class C P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.32-ssec.2) However, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) or (b) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended. See also section 33 and subdivision 3 .\n- (a) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a provisional licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for; or\n- (c) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended. Note— See also section 33 and subdivision 3 .","sortOrder":41},{"sectionNumber":"sec.33","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licences—persons who have held probationary licences for at least 1 year","content":"### sec.33 Alternative experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licences—persons who have held probationary licences for at least 1 year\n\nThis section applies if a person—\nheld a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence or P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (3) or (4) .\nFor subsection (2) , the person must—\nhold a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\nhave held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nA person who held a class C P2 provisional licence was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence. Since the person’s period of disqualification ended, the person was granted a class C P2 probationary licence on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 35 . If the person has held the class C P2 probationary licence for a period of 1 year, the person satisfies subsection (3) .\nAlternatively for subsection (2) , the person must—\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the P2 provisional licence, a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\nhave held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn this section, a reference to a P2 probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 probationary licence of the stated class.\n(sec.33-ssec.1) This section applies if a person— held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence or P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.33-ssec.2) For section 26 (1) (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (3) or (4) .\n(sec.33-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , the person must— hold a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended. A person who held a class C P2 provisional licence was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence. Since the person’s period of disqualification ended, the person was granted a class C P2 probationary licence on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 35 . If the person has held the class C P2 probationary licence for a period of 1 year, the person satisfies subsection (3) .\n(sec.33-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (2) , the person must— have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the P2 provisional licence, a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.33-ssec.5) In this section, a reference to a P2 probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 probationary licence of the stated class.\n- (a) held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence or P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) hold a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the P2 provisional licence, a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":42},{"sectionNumber":"sec.34","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum ages","content":"### sec.34 Minimum ages\n\nFor section 26 (1) (a) , the minimum age for—\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence is 18 years.\n- (a) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\n- (b) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence is 18 years.","sortOrder":43},{"sectionNumber":"sec.35","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class probationary licences after cancellation of provisional licences and probationary licences","content":"### sec.35 Experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class probationary licences after cancellation of provisional licences and probationary licences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence; and\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence or probationary licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\nthe person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\nthe person has not held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence that is—\nif the cancelled licence was a Queensland driver licence—of the same class and type as the cancelled licence; or\nif the cancelled licence was a non-Queensland driver licence—of a class and type that corresponds to the cancelled licence.\nIn subsection (1) (b) and (d) —\na reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence; and\na reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence.\n(sec.35-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence; and the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence or probationary licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and the person has not held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.35-ssec.2) For section 26 (1) (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence that is— if the cancelled licence was a Queensland driver licence—of the same class and type as the cancelled licence; or if the cancelled licence was a non-Queensland driver licence—of a class and type that corresponds to the cancelled licence.\n(sec.35-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (b) and (d) — a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence; and a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence.\n- (a) a person applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence; and\n- (b) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence or probationary licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\n- (c) the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\n- (d) the person has not held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) if the cancelled licence was a Queensland driver licence—of the same class and type as the cancelled licence; or\n- (b) if the cancelled licence was a non-Queensland driver licence—of a class and type that corresponds to the cancelled licence.\n- (a) a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence.","sortOrder":44},{"sectionNumber":"sec.36","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class P probationary licences after cancellation of O type licences","content":"### sec.36 Experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class P probationary licences after cancellation of O type licences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence; and\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\nthe person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\nthe person has not held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence of the same class as the cancelled licence.\nIn subsection (1) (d) —\na reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence; and\na reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence.\n(sec.36-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence; and the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and the person has not held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.36-ssec.2) For section 26 (1) (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence of the same class as the cancelled licence.\n(sec.36-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (d) — a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence; and a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence.\n- (a) a person applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence; and\n- (b) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\n- (c) the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\n- (d) the person has not held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence.","sortOrder":45},{"sectionNumber":"sec.37","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C P1 probationary licences—persons who hold class C learner licences and class RE or class R P1 probationary licences","content":"### sec.37 Experience requirements for class C P1 probationary licences—persons who hold class C learner licences and class RE or class R P1 probationary licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P1 probationary licence if the person—\nholds a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence; and\nhas held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 probationary licence.\nIn this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class C P1 probationary licence, see section 41 .\n(sec.37-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P1 probationary licence if the person— holds a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence; and has held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 probationary licence.\n(sec.37-ssec.2) In this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence.\n- (a) holds a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) has held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P1 probationary licence.","sortOrder":46},{"sectionNumber":"sec.38","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C P2 probationary licences—persons who hold class C P1 probationary licences or learner licences","content":"### sec.38 Experience requirements for class C P2 probationary licences—persons who hold class C P1 probationary licences or learner licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P2 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class C P1 probationary licence; and\nhave held the class C P1 probationary licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence; and\nhave held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P2 probationary licence.\nIn this section—\na reference to a class C P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 probationary licence; and\na reference to a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class C P2 probationary licence, see section 41 .\n(sec.38-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P2 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\n(sec.38-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class C P1 probationary licence; and have held the class C P1 probationary licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.38-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence; and have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P2 probationary licence.\n(sec.38-ssec.4) In this section— a reference to a class C P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 probationary licence; and a reference to a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence. For alternative experience requirements for a class C P2 probationary licence, see section 41 .\n- (a) hold a class C P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) have held the class C P1 probationary licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n- (a) hold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence; and\n- (b) have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P2 probationary licence.\n- (a) a reference to a class C P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence.","sortOrder":47},{"sectionNumber":"sec.39","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licences—persons who hold heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licences","content":"### sec.39 Experience requirements for heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licences—persons who hold heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licence if the person—\nholds a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 probationary licence; and\nhas held the heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nwas first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nIn this section, a reference to a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licence, see section 41 .\n(sec.39-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licence if the person— holds a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 probationary licence; and has held the heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.39-ssec.2) In this section, a reference to a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence.\n- (a) holds a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 probationary licence; and\n- (b) has held the heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.","sortOrder":48},{"sectionNumber":"sec.40","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class C P probationary licences—persons who hold learner licences and class RE or class R P probationary licences","content":"### sec.40 Experience requirements for class C P probationary licences—persons who hold learner licences and class RE or class R P probationary licences\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P probationary licence if the person—\nholds a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P probationary licence; and\nhas held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P probationary licence.\nIn this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class C P probationary licence, see section 41 .\n(sec.40-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P probationary licence if the person— holds a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P probationary licence; and has held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P probationary licence.\n(sec.40-ssec.2) In this section, a reference to a class RE or class R P probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P probationary licence.\n- (a) holds a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R P probationary licence; and\n- (b) has held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C P probationary licence.","sortOrder":49},{"sectionNumber":"sec.41","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class probationary licences—persons who hold or have held probationary licences of same class and type","content":"### sec.41 Alternative experience requirements for class C and heavy vehicle class probationary licences—persons who hold or have held probationary licences of same class and type\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, probationary licence if the person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a probationary licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\nholds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the class and type being applied for.\n- (a) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a probationary licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\n- (b) holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the class and type being applied for.","sortOrder":50},{"sectionNumber":"sec.42","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of subdivision","content":"### sec.42 Application of subdivision\n\nThis subdivision applies in relation to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence.","sortOrder":51},{"sectionNumber":"sec.43","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum age","content":"### sec.43 Minimum age\n\nFor section 26 (1) (a) , the minimum age for the open licence is 20 years.","sortOrder":52},{"sectionNumber":"sec.44","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements","content":"### sec.44 Experience requirements\n\nFor section 26 (1) (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for the open licence if the person satisfies 1 or more of sections 45 to 52 .","sortOrder":53},{"sectionNumber":"sec.45","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P1 type licences","content":"### sec.45 Persons who hold P1 type licences\n\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was at least 24 years but under 25 years.\nHowever, if the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.45-ssec.1) For section 44 , the person must— hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was at least 24 years but under 25 years.\n(sec.45-ssec.2) However, if the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was at least 24 years but under 25 years.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":54},{"sectionNumber":"sec.46","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P2 type licences—generally","content":"### sec.46 Persons who hold P2 type licences—generally\n\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P2 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences, for a total period of at least the following within the last 5 years—\nif the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years;\notherwise—1 year.\nThis section does not apply to a person to whom section 47 applies.\n(sec.46-ssec.1) For section 44 , the person must— hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P2 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences, for a total period of at least the following within the last 5 years— if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years; otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.46-ssec.2) This section does not apply to a person to whom section 47 applies.\n- (a) hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences, for a total period of at least the following within the last 5 years— (i) if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years; (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years;\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years;\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.","sortOrder":55},{"sectionNumber":"sec.47","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P2 type licences if earlier P2 type licence cancelled","content":"### sec.47 Persons who hold P2 type licences if earlier P2 type licence cancelled\n\nThis section applies to a person who has held, within the last 5 years, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P2 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences granted since the person’s period of disqualification ended, for a total period of at least—\nif the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or\notherwise—1 year.\nFor subsection (2) (b) (i) , the period is the longer of the following—\n2 years less the period the person held the cancelled licence, and the period the person held any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences before the person was disqualified;\n1 year.\n(sec.47-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who has held, within the last 5 years, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\n(sec.47-ssec.2) For section 44 , the person must— hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P2 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences granted since the person’s period of disqualification ended, for a total period of at least— if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.47-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (b) (i) , the period is the longer of the following— 2 years less the period the person held the cancelled licence, and the period the person held any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences before the person was disqualified; 1 year.\n- (a) hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences granted since the person’s period of disqualification ended, for a total period of at least— (i) if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class C P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (a) 2 years less the period the person held the cancelled licence, and the period the person held any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licences before the person was disqualified;\n- (b) 1 year.","sortOrder":56},{"sectionNumber":"sec.48","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P probationary licences or have held P restricted licences if earlier P type licences or O type licences cancelled","content":"### sec.48 Persons who hold P probationary licences or have held P restricted licences if earlier P type licences or O type licences cancelled\n\nThis section applies to a person who has held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\nFor section 44 , the person must—\neither—\nhold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or\nhave held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, the P probationary licence or P restricted licence, and any other P type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\nIn subsection (2) —\na reference to a P probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P probationary licence of the stated class; and\na reference to a P restricted licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P restricted licence of the stated class.\n(sec.48-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who has held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\n(sec.48-ssec.2) For section 44 , the person must— either— hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, the P probationary licence or P restricted licence, and any other P type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n(sec.48-ssec.3) In subsection (2) — a reference to a P probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P probationary licence of the stated class; and a reference to a P restricted licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P restricted licence of the stated class.\n- (a) either— (i) hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or (ii) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (i) hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or\n- (ii) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, the P probationary licence or P restricted licence, and any other P type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n- (i) hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or\n- (ii) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (a) a reference to a P probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P probationary licence of the stated class; and\n- (b) a reference to a P restricted licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P restricted licence of the stated class.","sortOrder":57},{"sectionNumber":"sec.49","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P1 type licences and were granted P1 type licences as returning drivers","content":"### sec.49 Persons who hold P1 type licences and were granted P1 type licences as returning drivers\n\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been granted, when the person was at least 25 years, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (3) .\nHowever, if the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.49-ssec.1) For section 44 , the person must— hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been granted, when the person was at least 25 years, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (3) .\n(sec.49-ssec.2) However, if the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P1 type licence, and any other class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been granted, when the person was at least 25 years, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (3) .\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":58},{"sectionNumber":"sec.50","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P1 type licences or P2 type licences granted as returning drivers and eligible for class RE or class R open licences","content":"### sec.50 Persons who hold P1 type licences or P2 type licences granted as returning drivers and eligible for class RE or class R open licences\n\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhold a P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave been granted the P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (7) ; and\nbe eligible for a class RE or class R open licence.\n- (a) hold a P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have been granted the P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (7) ; and\n- (c) be eligible for a class RE or class R open licence.","sortOrder":59},{"sectionNumber":"sec.51","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold class C learner licences and class RE or class R O type licences","content":"### sec.51 Persons who hold class C learner licences and class RE or class R O type licences\n\nThis section applies in relation to a class C open licence.\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R O type licence; and\nhave held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C open licence.\n(sec.51-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a class C open licence.\n(sec.51-ssec.2) For section 44 , the person must— hold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R O type licence; and have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C open licence.\n- (a) hold a class C learner licence and a class RE or class R O type licence; and\n- (b) have held a class C learner licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class C open licence.","sortOrder":60},{"sectionNumber":"sec.52","sectionType":"section","heading":"Recognition of past licences and non-Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.52 Recognition of past licences and non-Queensland driver licences\n\nFor section 44 , the person must—\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the open licence, an O type licence of the same class as the licence being applied for; or\nhold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the class being applied for.\nHowever, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.52-ssec.1) For section 44 , the person must— have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the open licence, an O type licence of the same class as the licence being applied for; or hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the class being applied for.\n(sec.52-ssec.2) However, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the open licence, an O type licence of the same class as the licence being applied for; or\n- (b) hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the class being applied for.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":61},{"sectionNumber":"sec.53","sectionType":"section","heading":"Testing requirements for class C learner licence holders","content":"### sec.53 Testing requirements for class C learner licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who—\napplies for a class C Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 25 ; and\nholds a class C learner licence.\nFor section 26 (1) (c) , the person must pass—\na hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle; and\na practical driving test in a class C motor vehicle, unless the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence under section 184 , 185 or 186 .\nFor when a young driver to whom part 3 applies may take a practical driving test in relation to an application for a class C P1 provisional licence, see also section 84 .\nThe hazard perception test must be taken—\nafter the person has held the class C learner licence for a period of at least 6 months; and\nFor a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\neither—\nbefore the person takes the practical driving test; or\nif the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n(sec.53-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who— applies for a class C Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 25 ; and holds a class C learner licence.\n(sec.53-ssec.2) For section 26 (1) (c) , the person must pass— a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle; and a practical driving test in a class C motor vehicle, unless the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence under section 184 , 185 or 186 . For when a young driver to whom part 3 applies may take a practical driving test in relation to an application for a class C P1 provisional licence, see also section 84 .\n(sec.53-ssec.3) The hazard perception test must be taken— after the person has held the class C learner licence for a period of at least 6 months; and For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) . either— before the person takes the practical driving test; or if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n- (a) applies for a class C Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 25 ; and\n- (b) holds a class C learner licence.\n- (a) a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle; and\n- (b) a practical driving test in a class C motor vehicle, unless the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence under section 184 , 185 or 186 .\n- (a) after the person has held the class C learner licence for a period of at least 6 months; and Note— For a person in relation to whom an application claiming special need for a class C provisional licence has been approved under section 129 , see also section 21 (3) .\n- (b) either— (i) before the person takes the practical driving test; or (ii) if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n- (i) before the person takes the practical driving test; or\n- (ii) if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n- (i) before the person takes the practical driving test; or\n- (ii) if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the class C Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.","sortOrder":62},{"sectionNumber":"sec.54","sectionType":"section","heading":"Testing requirements for foreign driver licence holders","content":"### sec.54 Testing requirements for foreign driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who—\napplies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 25 ; and\nholds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\nFor section 26 (1) (c) , the person must—\npass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\neither—\nfor a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or\nfor a class MC Queensland driver licence—successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive.\nSubsection (2) (b) applies subject to sections 184 to 187 .\n(sec.54-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who— applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 25 ; and holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n(sec.54-ssec.2) For section 26 (1) (c) , the person must— pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and either— for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or for a class MC Queensland driver licence—successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive.\n(sec.54-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (b) applies subject to sections 184 to 187 .\n- (a) applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 25 ; and\n- (b) holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (a) pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\n- (b) either— (i) for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or (ii) for a class MC Queensland driver licence—successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive.\n- (i) for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or\n- (ii) for a class MC Queensland driver licence—successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive.\n- (i) for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or\n- (ii) for a class MC Queensland driver licence—successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive.","sortOrder":63},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.2-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Eligibility for new class of particular Queensland driver licences","content":"## Eligibility for new class of particular Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":64},{"sectionNumber":"sec.55","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of division","content":"### sec.55 Purpose of division\n\nThis division states when a person is eligible for—\na heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence that is of a higher class than the driver licence the person holds (a higher class licence ); or\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence that is of a lower class than the driver licence the person holds or has held (a lower class licence ).\n- (a) a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence that is of a higher class than the driver licence the person holds (a higher class licence ); or\n- (b) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence that is of a lower class than the driver licence the person holds or has held (a lower class licence ).","sortOrder":65},{"sectionNumber":"sec.56","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.56 Eligibility requirements\n\nA person is eligible for a higher class licence if the person—\nsatisfies, under section 57 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\ncomplies with section 58 .\nA person is eligible for a lower class licence if the person—\nsatisfies, under section 61 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test the person is required to pass for the licence under section 62 .\nThis section applies subject to sections 59 , 60 , 63 and 64 .\n(sec.56-ssec.1) A person is eligible for a higher class licence if the person— satisfies, under section 57 , the experience requirements for the licence; and complies with section 58 .\n(sec.56-ssec.2) A person is eligible for a lower class licence if the person— satisfies, under section 61 , the experience requirements for the licence; and passes each test the person is required to pass for the licence under section 62 .\n(sec.56-ssec.3) This section applies subject to sections 59 , 60 , 63 and 64 .\n- (a) satisfies, under section 57 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (b) complies with section 58 .\n- (a) satisfies, under section 61 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (b) passes each test the person is required to pass for the licence under section 62 .","sortOrder":66},{"sectionNumber":"sec.57","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for higher class licences","content":"### sec.57 Experience requirements for higher class licences\n\nFor section 56 (1) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a higher class licence stated in column 3 of the following table if the person—\nholds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence, a provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence—\nof the qualifying class stated in column 1 opposite the higher class licence; and\nfor a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence.\nColumn 1\nQualifying class\nColumn 2\nMinimum period\nColumn 3\nHigher class licence\nclass C\n1 year\nclass LR Queensland driver licence\nclass C\n1 year\nclass MR Queensland driver licence\nclass C\n2 years\nclass HR Queensland driver licence\nclass LR or class MR\n1 year\nclass HR Queensland driver licence\nclass MR or class HR\n1 year\nclass HC Queensland driver licence\nclass HR or class HC\n1 year\nclass MC Queensland driver licence\nIf more than 1 qualifying class is stated in column 1 opposite a higher class licence, the person satisfies subsection (1) (b) if the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence and for a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence—\na driver licence mentioned in the subsection of either qualifying class; or\ndriver licences mentioned in the subsection of each qualifying class.\nIn this section—\na reference to a provisional licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the stated class; and\na reference to a probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the stated class.\n(sec.57-ssec.1) For section 56 (1) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a higher class licence stated in column 3 of the following table if the person— holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence, a provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence— of the qualifying class stated in column 1 opposite the higher class licence; and for a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence. Column 1 Qualifying class Column 2 Minimum period Column 3 Higher class licence class C 1 year class LR Queensland driver licence class C 1 year class MR Queensland driver licence class C 2 years class HR Queensland driver licence class LR or class MR 1 year class HR Queensland driver licence class MR or class HR 1 year class HC Queensland driver licence class HR or class HC 1 year class MC Queensland driver licence\n(sec.57-ssec.2) If more than 1 qualifying class is stated in column 1 opposite a higher class licence, the person satisfies subsection (1) (b) if the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence and for a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence— a driver licence mentioned in the subsection of either qualifying class; or driver licences mentioned in the subsection of each qualifying class.\n(sec.57-ssec.3) In this section— a reference to a provisional licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the stated class; and a reference to a probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the stated class.\n- (a) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence; and\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence, a provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence— (i) of the qualifying class stated in column 1 opposite the higher class licence; and (ii) for a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence. Column 1 Qualifying class Column 2 Minimum period Column 3 Higher class licence class C 1 year class LR Queensland driver licence class C 1 year class MR Queensland driver licence class C 2 years class HR Queensland driver licence class LR or class MR 1 year class HR Queensland driver licence class MR or class HR 1 year class HC Queensland driver licence class HR or class HC 1 year class MC Queensland driver licence\n- (i) of the qualifying class stated in column 1 opposite the higher class licence; and\n- (ii) for a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence.\n- (i) of the qualifying class stated in column 1 opposite the higher class licence; and\n- (ii) for a total period of at least the period stated in column 2 opposite the higher class licence.\n- (a) a driver licence mentioned in the subsection of either qualifying class; or\n- (b) driver licences mentioned in the subsection of each qualifying class.\n- (a) a reference to a provisional licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the stated class; and\n- (b) a reference to a probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the stated class.","sortOrder":67},{"sectionNumber":"sec.58","sectionType":"section","heading":"Tests for higher class licences","content":"### sec.58 Tests for higher class licences\n\nFor section 56 (1) (b) , a person who applies for a higher class licence must—\npass each road rules test for the licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 ; and\neither—\nif the higher class licence is a class LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or\nif the higher class licence is a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with subsection (2) .\nFor subsection (1) (b) (ii) , the person must—\nsuccessfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive; or\nif the person holds a class HC licence—produce a declaration, in the approved form, confirming the person’s ability to drive a B-double or road train.\nSubsection (1) (b) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 187 .\nIn this section—\nclass HC licence means—\na class HC Queensland driver licence; or\nan interstate driver licence that corresponds to a class HC Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.58-ssec.1) For section 56 (1) (b) , a person who applies for a higher class licence must— pass each road rules test for the licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 ; and either— if the higher class licence is a class LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or if the higher class licence is a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with subsection (2) .\n(sec.58-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) (ii) , the person must— successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive; or if the person holds a class HC licence—produce a declaration, in the approved form, confirming the person’s ability to drive a B-double or road train.\n(sec.58-ssec.3) Subsection (1) (b) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 187 .\n(sec.58-ssec.4) In this section— class HC licence means— a class HC Queensland driver licence; or an interstate driver licence that corresponds to a class HC Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) pass each road rules test for the licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 ; and\n- (b) either— (i) if the higher class licence is a class LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or (ii) if the higher class licence is a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with subsection (2) .\n- (i) if the higher class licence is a class LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or\n- (ii) if the higher class licence is a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with subsection (2) .\n- (i) if the higher class licence is a class LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the licence; or\n- (ii) if the higher class licence is a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with subsection (2) .\n- (a) successfully complete a training course, in driving a class MC motor vehicle, approved by the chief executive; or\n- (b) if the person holds a class HC licence—produce a declaration, in the approved form, confirming the person’s ability to drive a B-double or road train.\n- (a) a class HC Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) an interstate driver licence that corresponds to a class HC Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":68},{"sectionNumber":"sec.59","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of higher class licences for Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.59 Categories and types of higher class licences for Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if a person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (the current licence ) and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a higher class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence.\n(sec.59-ssec.1) This section applies if a person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (the current licence ) and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\n(sec.59-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a higher class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence.","sortOrder":69},{"sectionNumber":"sec.60","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of higher class licences for non-Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.60 Categories and types of higher class licences for non-Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if a person—\nholds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); and\nis eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a higher class licence that is of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the higher class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\n(sec.60-ssec.1) This section applies if a person— holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\n(sec.60-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a higher class licence that is of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the higher class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\n- (a) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); and\n- (b) is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.","sortOrder":70},{"sectionNumber":"sec.61","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for lower class licences","content":"### sec.61 Experience requirements for lower class licences\n\nFor section 56 (2) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a lower class licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a relevant driver licence that is of a higher class than the lower class licence.\nFor subsection (1) , a relevant driver licence that is a non-Queensland driver licence is of a higher class than a lower class licence if the non-Queensland driver licence corresponds to a Queensland driver licence of a class that is higher than the class of the lower class licence.\nA non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class LR Queensland driver licence is of a higher class than a lower class licence that is a class C Queensland driver licence.\nIn this section—\nrelevant driver licence means—\na heavy vehicle class provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.61-ssec.1) For section 56 (2) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a lower class licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a relevant driver licence that is of a higher class than the lower class licence.\n(sec.61-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , a relevant driver licence that is a non-Queensland driver licence is of a higher class than a lower class licence if the non-Queensland driver licence corresponds to a Queensland driver licence of a class that is higher than the class of the lower class licence. A non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class LR Queensland driver licence is of a higher class than a lower class licence that is a class C Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.61-ssec.3) In this section— relevant driver licence means— a heavy vehicle class provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) a heavy vehicle class provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .","sortOrder":71},{"sectionNumber":"sec.62","sectionType":"section","heading":"Tests for lower class licences—foreign driver licence holders","content":"### sec.62 Tests for lower class licences—foreign driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person—\nholds a foreign driver licence; or\nhas held a foreign driver licence within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence.\nFor section 56 (2) (b) , the person must pass—\neach road rules test for the lower class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\na practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the lower class licence.\nSubsection (2) (b) applies subject to sections 184 to 187 .\n(sec.62-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person— holds a foreign driver licence; or has held a foreign driver licence within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence.\n(sec.62-ssec.2) For section 56 (2) (b) , the person must pass— each road rules test for the lower class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the lower class licence.\n(sec.62-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (b) applies subject to sections 184 to 187 .\n- (a) holds a foreign driver licence; or\n- (b) has held a foreign driver licence within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence.\n- (a) each road rules test for the lower class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\n- (b) a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of a class that corresponds to the class of the lower class licence.","sortOrder":72},{"sectionNumber":"sec.63","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.63 Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person—\nholds a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ), or has held a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ) within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence; and\nis eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a lower class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence or previous licence.\nSubsection (4) applies if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nDespite subsection (2) —\nthe only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\nif the person’s previous licence was an open licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n(sec.63-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person— holds a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ), or has held a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ) within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence; and is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n(sec.63-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a lower class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence or previous licence.\n(sec.63-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.63-ssec.4) Despite subsection (2) — the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and if the person’s previous licence was an open licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n- (a) holds a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ), or has held a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ) within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence; and\n- (b) is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\n- (b) if the person’s previous licence was an open licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.","sortOrder":73},{"sectionNumber":"sec.64","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past non-Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.64 Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past non-Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person—\neither—\nholds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\nis eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a lower class licence that is of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence or previous licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the lower class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\nSubsection (4) applies if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nDespite subsection (2) —\nthe only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\nif the person’s previous licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n(sec.64-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person— either— holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n(sec.64-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a lower class licence that is of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence or previous licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the lower class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\n(sec.64-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.64-ssec.4) Despite subsection (2) — the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and if the person’s previous licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n- (a) either— (i) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\n- (i) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or\n- (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\n- (b) is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n- (i) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or\n- (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\n- (b) if the person’s previous licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.","sortOrder":74},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Additional eligibility requirements for class C P1 provisional licences for young drivers","content":"# Additional eligibility requirements for class C P1 provisional licences for young drivers","sortOrder":75},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Preliminary","content":"## Preliminary","sortOrder":76},{"sectionNumber":"sec.65","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application and purpose of part","content":"### sec.65 Application and purpose of part\n\nThis part applies in relation to a person (a young driver ) who—\nis under 25 years; and\nholds a class C learner licence; and\ndoes not hold a relevant class RE licence or relevant class R licence.\nHowever, this part does not apply in relation to a person applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .\nThe purpose of this part is to state eligibility requirements for young drivers for class C P1 provisional licences that are in addition to the eligibility requirements stated in part 2 .\nIn this section—\nclass C learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence.\nrelevant class RE licence means—\na class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\nrelevant class R licence means—\na class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.65-ssec.1) This part applies in relation to a person (a young driver ) who— is under 25 years; and holds a class C learner licence; and does not hold a relevant class RE licence or relevant class R licence.\n(sec.65-ssec.2) However, this part does not apply in relation to a person applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .\n(sec.65-ssec.3) The purpose of this part is to state eligibility requirements for young drivers for class C P1 provisional licences that are in addition to the eligibility requirements stated in part 2 .\n(sec.65-ssec.4) In this section— class C learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence. relevant class RE licence means— a class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) . relevant class R licence means— a class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) is under 25 years; and\n- (b) holds a class C learner licence; and\n- (c) does not hold a relevant class RE licence or relevant class R licence.\n- (a) a class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) a class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .","sortOrder":77},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Logbook requirements and logbook entries","content":"## Logbook requirements and logbook entries","sortOrder":78},{"sectionNumber":"sec.66","sectionType":"section","heading":"Logbook requirements","content":"### sec.66 Logbook requirements\n\nA young driver is eligible for a class C P1 provisional licence only if the following apply—\nthe young driver completes 100 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia;\nat least 10 hours of the supervised driving is at night;\nthe young driver records details of the supervised driving in a logbook;\nthe details recorded in the logbook are verified by a supervisor under section 68 (1) ;\nthe chief executive approves the young driver’s completed logbook under section 70 .\nFor subsection (1) (a) , the hours of supervised driving must be completed while the young driver holds a class C learner licence.\nFor credit for driving while the young driver held an interstate licence, New Zealand licence or recognised country licence, see division 4 .\nIn calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, each hour or part of an hour, up to 10 hours, of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer is to be multiplied by 3.\nA young driver completes 7.5 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer. In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, the 7.5 hours is to be multiplied by 3 to equal 22.5 hours of supervised driving.\nA young driver completes 11 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer. In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, 10 of the 11 hours is to be multiplied by 3 to equal 30 hours of supervised driving.\nSee also section 76 (4) .\nSubsection (1) (b) does not apply if the young driver has given a notice to the chief executive under section 177 or 178 about a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the young driver’s ability to drive safely at night.\nThis section applies subject to sections 78 (2) and (3) , 83 (1) (b) and section 175 (3) (a) .\n(sec.66-ssec.1) A young driver is eligible for a class C P1 provisional licence only if the following apply— the young driver completes 100 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia; at least 10 hours of the supervised driving is at night; the young driver records details of the supervised driving in a logbook; the details recorded in the logbook are verified by a supervisor under section 68 (1) ; the chief executive approves the young driver’s completed logbook under section 70 .\n(sec.66-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (a) , the hours of supervised driving must be completed while the young driver holds a class C learner licence. For credit for driving while the young driver held an interstate licence, New Zealand licence or recognised country licence, see division 4 .\n(sec.66-ssec.3) In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, each hour or part of an hour, up to 10 hours, of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer is to be multiplied by 3. A young driver completes 7.5 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer. In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, the 7.5 hours is to be multiplied by 3 to equal 22.5 hours of supervised driving. A young driver completes 11 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer. In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, 10 of the 11 hours is to be multiplied by 3 to equal 30 hours of supervised driving. See also section 76 (4) .\n(sec.66-ssec.4) Subsection (1) (b) does not apply if the young driver has given a notice to the chief executive under section 177 or 178 about a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the young driver’s ability to drive safely at night.\n(sec.66-ssec.5) This section applies subject to sections 78 (2) and (3) , 83 (1) (b) and section 175 (3) (a) .\n- (a) the young driver completes 100 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia;\n- (b) at least 10 hours of the supervised driving is at night;\n- (c) the young driver records details of the supervised driving in a logbook;\n- (d) the details recorded in the logbook are verified by a supervisor under section 68 (1) ;\n- (e) the chief executive approves the young driver’s completed logbook under section 70 .\n- 1 A young driver completes 7.5 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer. In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, the 7.5 hours is to be multiplied by 3 to equal 22.5 hours of supervised driving.\n- 2 A young driver completes 11 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that is supervised by a driver trainer. In calculating, for subsection (1) (a) , the number of hours of supervised driving completed by the young driver, 10 of the 11 hours is to be multiplied by 3 to equal 30 hours of supervised driving.","sortOrder":79},{"sectionNumber":"sec.67","sectionType":"section","heading":"Logbooks made available by chief executive","content":"### sec.67 Logbooks made available by chief executive\n\nThe chief executive must make a logbook in paper form available for use by a young driver when the chief executive—\ngrants the young driver a class C learner licence; and\nif the chief executive renews the young driver’s class C learner licence—renews the licence.\nNo fee is payable for a logbook made available under subsection (1) .\nAlso, the chief executive may make a logbook in paper form available for use by any person, whether or not the person is a young driver, if the chief executive considers it appropriate to do so.\nA logbook made available under this section remains the property of the State even if a fee is paid for making the logbook available for use.\nIf a young driver’s logbook is not a logbook made available under this section, the logbook becomes the property of the State when the logbook is given to the chief executive for approval as a completed logbook under section 69 .\n(sec.67-ssec.1) The chief executive must make a logbook in paper form available for use by a young driver when the chief executive— grants the young driver a class C learner licence; and if the chief executive renews the young driver’s class C learner licence—renews the licence.\n(sec.67-ssec.2) No fee is payable for a logbook made available under subsection (1) .\n(sec.67-ssec.3) Also, the chief executive may make a logbook in paper form available for use by any person, whether or not the person is a young driver, if the chief executive considers it appropriate to do so.\n(sec.67-ssec.4) A logbook made available under this section remains the property of the State even if a fee is paid for making the logbook available for use.\n(sec.67-ssec.5) If a young driver’s logbook is not a logbook made available under this section, the logbook becomes the property of the State when the logbook is given to the chief executive for approval as a completed logbook under section 69 .\n- (a) grants the young driver a class C learner licence; and\n- (b) if the chief executive renews the young driver’s class C learner licence—renews the licence.","sortOrder":80},{"sectionNumber":"sec.68","sectionType":"section","heading":"Verification of logbook entries","content":"### sec.68 Verification of logbook entries\n\nA young driver must ensure the supervisor of the young driver for a driving session—\nchecks the correctness of details recorded in the young driver’s logbook (a logbook entry ) for the driving session; and\nverifies the logbook entry for the driving session in the required way.\nA supervisor for a young driver’s driving session must not verify, in the required way, a logbook entry for the driving session if the supervisor knows the entry is false or misleading in a material particular.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nA person must not verify, in the required way, a logbook entry in a young driver’s logbook unless the person was the young driver’s supervisor for a driving session and the entry is about the driving session.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nIn this section—\ndriving session means a single occasion of supervised driving in a car on a road.\nrequired way , for verifying a logbook entry, means—\nfor a logbook entry in paper form—by signing the entry; or\nfor a logbook entry in an electronic system—by using a method that identifies the person verifying the entry and indicates the person’s approval of the entry.\n(sec.68-ssec.1) A young driver must ensure the supervisor of the young driver for a driving session— checks the correctness of details recorded in the young driver’s logbook (a logbook entry ) for the driving session; and verifies the logbook entry for the driving session in the required way.\n(sec.68-ssec.2) A supervisor for a young driver’s driving session must not verify, in the required way, a logbook entry for the driving session if the supervisor knows the entry is false or misleading in a material particular. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units.\n(sec.68-ssec.3) A person must not verify, in the required way, a logbook entry in a young driver’s logbook unless the person was the young driver’s supervisor for a driving session and the entry is about the driving session. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units.\n(sec.68-ssec.4) In this section— driving session means a single occasion of supervised driving in a car on a road. required way , for verifying a logbook entry, means— for a logbook entry in paper form—by signing the entry; or for a logbook entry in an electronic system—by using a method that identifies the person verifying the entry and indicates the person’s approval of the entry.\n- (a) checks the correctness of details recorded in the young driver’s logbook (a logbook entry ) for the driving session; and\n- (b) verifies the logbook entry for the driving session in the required way.\n- (a) for a logbook entry in paper form—by signing the entry; or\n- (b) for a logbook entry in an electronic system—by using a method that identifies the person verifying the entry and indicates the person’s approval of the entry.","sortOrder":81},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Approval of completed logbooks","content":"## Approval of completed logbooks","sortOrder":82},{"sectionNumber":"sec.69","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for approval of completed logbooks","content":"### sec.69 Applications for approval of completed logbooks\n\nA young driver may apply to the chief executive for approval of the young driver’s completed logbook.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nA logbook is a completed logbook if—\nthe young driver has completed and signed the declaration about the contents of the logbook that forms part of the logbook; and\nfor a logbook other than a logbook in which details have been wholly recorded and verified, as required under section 68 (1) , by using an electronic system—all of the pages of the logbook are in hard copy and attached together.\n(sec.69-ssec.1) A young driver may apply to the chief executive for approval of the young driver’s completed logbook. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.69-ssec.2) A logbook is a completed logbook if— the young driver has completed and signed the declaration about the contents of the logbook that forms part of the logbook; and for a logbook other than a logbook in which details have been wholly recorded and verified, as required under section 68 (1) , by using an electronic system—all of the pages of the logbook are in hard copy and attached together.\n- (a) the young driver has completed and signed the declaration about the contents of the logbook that forms part of the logbook; and\n- (b) for a logbook other than a logbook in which details have been wholly recorded and verified, as required under section 68 (1) , by using an electronic system—all of the pages of the logbook are in hard copy and attached together.","sortOrder":83},{"sectionNumber":"sec.70","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.70 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the completed logbook.\nThe chief executive may approve the completed logbook only if satisfied the requirements under section 66 (1) (a) to (d) that apply to the young driver have been satisfied by the young driver.\nWithout limiting subsection (1) , the chief executive may refuse to approve the completed logbook if the chief executive believes the completed logbook is false or misleading in a material particular.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application for the completed logbook is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.70-ssec.1) The chief executive must decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the completed logbook.\n(sec.70-ssec.2) The chief executive may approve the completed logbook only if satisfied the requirements under section 66 (1) (a) to (d) that apply to the young driver have been satisfied by the young driver.\n(sec.70-ssec.3) Without limiting subsection (1) , the chief executive may refuse to approve the completed logbook if the chief executive believes the completed logbook is false or misleading in a material particular.\n(sec.70-ssec.4) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application for the completed logbook is cancelled under section 383 (4) .","sortOrder":84},{"sectionNumber":"sec.71","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve completed logbooks","content":"### sec.71 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve completed logbooks\n\nIf the chief executive approves the completed logbook, the chief executive must give the young driver written notice of the decision.\nIf the chief executive refuses to approve the completed logbook, the chief executive must give the young driver an information notice for the decision.\nIf the refusal is on a ground mentioned in section 70 (3) , the information notice for the decision must state the reasons the chief executive believes the logbook is false or misleading in a material particular.\n(sec.71-ssec.1) If the chief executive approves the completed logbook, the chief executive must give the young driver written notice of the decision.\n(sec.71-ssec.2) If the chief executive refuses to approve the completed logbook, the chief executive must give the young driver an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.71-ssec.3) If the refusal is on a ground mentioned in section 70 (3) , the information notice for the decision must state the reasons the chief executive believes the logbook is false or misleading in a material particular.","sortOrder":85},{"sectionNumber":"sec.72","sectionType":"section","heading":"When completed logbooks taken to have been approved","content":"### sec.72 When completed logbooks taken to have been approved\n\nThe chief executive is taken to have approved a completed logbook if the chief executive does not decide the application for the logbook within—\nif further information or documents are requested under section 383 (1) —28 days after the day the chief executive receives the information or documents; or\notherwise—28 days after the day the chief executive receives the application.\nThis section does not apply if the application for the completed logbook is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.72-ssec.1) The chief executive is taken to have approved a completed logbook if the chief executive does not decide the application for the logbook within— if further information or documents are requested under section 383 (1) —28 days after the day the chief executive receives the information or documents; or otherwise—28 days after the day the chief executive receives the application.\n(sec.72-ssec.2) This section does not apply if the application for the completed logbook is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) if further information or documents are requested under section 383 (1) —28 days after the day the chief executive receives the information or documents; or\n- (b) otherwise—28 days after the day the chief executive receives the application.","sortOrder":86},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Credit for other supervised driving","content":"## Credit for other supervised driving","sortOrder":87},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.73 Application of division\n\nThis division applies to a young driver who holds or has held—\nan interstate licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence; or\na New Zealand licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence; or\na recognised country licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence.\n- (a) an interstate licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence; or\n- (b) a New Zealand licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence; or\n- (c) a recognised country licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence.","sortOrder":88},{"sectionNumber":"sec.74","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for credit for other supervised driving","content":"### sec.74 Applications for credit for other supervised driving\n\nA young driver mentioned in section 73 (a) or (b) may apply to the chief executive for credit for up to 100 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia or New Zealand completed by the driver while the driver held the interstate licence or New Zealand licence.\nSee section 75 and chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nA young driver mentioned in section 73 (c) may apply to the chief executive for credit for up to 50 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in a recognised country completed by the driver while the driver held the recognised country licence.\nSee section 75 and chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.74-ssec.1) A young driver mentioned in section 73 (a) or (b) may apply to the chief executive for credit for up to 100 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia or New Zealand completed by the driver while the driver held the interstate licence or New Zealand licence. See section 75 and chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.74-ssec.2) A young driver mentioned in section 73 (c) may apply to the chief executive for credit for up to 50 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in a recognised country completed by the driver while the driver held the recognised country licence. See section 75 and chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.","sortOrder":89},{"sectionNumber":"sec.75","sectionType":"section","heading":"Requirements for applications","content":"### sec.75 Requirements for applications\n\nAn application under section 74 must be accompanied by documentary evidence of the hours of supervised driving for which the applicant is applying for credit.\na document that records information similar to the information required to be recorded in a logbook\nreceipts or correspondence from a driver trainer, as defined under section 76 (5) , or a driver training school\nIf the applicant has also completed hours of supervised driving for section 66 (1) (a) that is recorded in a logbook, the applicant must make the application under section 74 and the application under section 69 for approval of the completed logbook at the same time.\n(sec.75-ssec.1) An application under section 74 must be accompanied by documentary evidence of the hours of supervised driving for which the applicant is applying for credit. a document that records information similar to the information required to be recorded in a logbook receipts or correspondence from a driver trainer, as defined under section 76 (5) , or a driver training school\n(sec.75-ssec.2) If the applicant has also completed hours of supervised driving for section 66 (1) (a) that is recorded in a logbook, the applicant must make the application under section 74 and the application under section 69 for approval of the completed logbook at the same time.\n- • a document that records information similar to the information required to be recorded in a logbook\n- • receipts or correspondence from a driver trainer, as defined under section 76 (5) , or a driver training school","sortOrder":90},{"sectionNumber":"sec.76","sectionType":"section","heading":"When additional credit for supervision by driver trainers may be applied for","content":"### sec.76 When additional credit for supervision by driver trainers may be applied for\n\nThis section applies to the extent the application under section 74 is for credit for supervised driving that was supervised by a driver trainer.\nFor each hour or part of an hour, up to 10 hours, of supervised driving that was supervised by a driver trainer, the applicant may apply for credit for 3 times that amount of supervised driving.\nA young driver who holds a New Zealand licence has undertaken 7.5 hours of supervised driving, in a car on a road in New Zealand, that was supervised by a driver trainer. The young driver may apply for credit for 22.5 hours of supervised driving.\nA young driver who holds a New Zealand licence has undertaken 11 hours of supervised driving, in a car on a road in New Zealand, that was supervised by a driver trainer. The young driver may apply for credit for 30 hours of supervised driving.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\nsection 66 (3) applies in relation to other supervised driving, that is supervised by a driver trainer, completed by the applicant for section 66 (1) (a) and recorded in the applicant’s logbook; and\nthe total number of hours of supervised driving, that is supervised by a driver trainer, mentioned in paragraph (a) and that is the subject of the application under section 74 is more than 10 hours.\nDespite subsection (2) and section 66 (3) , the total number of hours of supervised driving that may be multiplied by 3 under subsection (2) and section 66 (3) is 10 hours.\nWhile holding an interstate licence, a young driver completes 8 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that was supervised by a driver trainer. While holding a class C learner licence, the young driver then completes an additional 4 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that was supervised by a driver trainer. The total number of hours of supervised driving that was supervised by a driver trainer is 12 hours. The young driver may apply under subsection (2) for credit for 24 hours of supervised driving. Two of the 4 hours of supervised driving under the class C learner licence may then be multiplied by 3 under section 66 (3) to equal 6 hours of supervised driving for section 66 (1) (a) .\nIn this section—\ndriver trainer includes a person accredited (however described) under a law of another country that provides for accrediting persons as trainers of drivers.\n(sec.76-ssec.1) This section applies to the extent the application under section 74 is for credit for supervised driving that was supervised by a driver trainer.\n(sec.76-ssec.2) For each hour or part of an hour, up to 10 hours, of supervised driving that was supervised by a driver trainer, the applicant may apply for credit for 3 times that amount of supervised driving. A young driver who holds a New Zealand licence has undertaken 7.5 hours of supervised driving, in a car on a road in New Zealand, that was supervised by a driver trainer. The young driver may apply for credit for 22.5 hours of supervised driving. A young driver who holds a New Zealand licence has undertaken 11 hours of supervised driving, in a car on a road in New Zealand, that was supervised by a driver trainer. The young driver may apply for credit for 30 hours of supervised driving.\n(sec.76-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— section 66 (3) applies in relation to other supervised driving, that is supervised by a driver trainer, completed by the applicant for section 66 (1) (a) and recorded in the applicant’s logbook; and the total number of hours of supervised driving, that is supervised by a driver trainer, mentioned in paragraph (a) and that is the subject of the application under section 74 is more than 10 hours.\n(sec.76-ssec.4) Despite subsection (2) and section 66 (3) , the total number of hours of supervised driving that may be multiplied by 3 under subsection (2) and section 66 (3) is 10 hours. While holding an interstate licence, a young driver completes 8 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that was supervised by a driver trainer. While holding a class C learner licence, the young driver then completes an additional 4 hours of supervised driving in a car on a road in Australia that was supervised by a driver trainer. The total number of hours of supervised driving that was supervised by a driver trainer is 12 hours. The young driver may apply under subsection (2) for credit for 24 hours of supervised driving. Two of the 4 hours of supervised driving under the class C learner licence may then be multiplied by 3 under section 66 (3) to equal 6 hours of supervised driving for section 66 (1) (a) .\n(sec.76-ssec.5) In this section— driver trainer includes a person accredited (however described) under a law of another country that provides for accrediting persons as trainers of drivers.\n- 1 A young driver who holds a New Zealand licence has undertaken 7.5 hours of supervised driving, in a car on a road in New Zealand, that was supervised by a driver trainer. The young driver may apply for credit for 22.5 hours of supervised driving.\n- 2 A young driver who holds a New Zealand licence has undertaken 11 hours of supervised driving, in a car on a road in New Zealand, that was supervised by a driver trainer. The young driver may apply for credit for 30 hours of supervised driving.\n- (a) section 66 (3) applies in relation to other supervised driving, that is supervised by a driver trainer, completed by the applicant for section 66 (1) (a) and recorded in the applicant’s logbook; and\n- (b) the total number of hours of supervised driving, that is supervised by a driver trainer, mentioned in paragraph (a) and that is the subject of the application under section 74 is more than 10 hours.","sortOrder":91},{"sectionNumber":"sec.77","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.77 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must decide to—\napprove the application, in whole or in part; or\nrefuse to approve the application.\nWithout limiting subsection (1) , the chief executive may refuse to approve the application if the chief executive believes a document provided by the applicant to the chief executive in relation to the application is false or misleading in a material particular.\nThis section does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.77-ssec.1) The chief executive must decide to— approve the application, in whole or in part; or refuse to approve the application.\n(sec.77-ssec.2) Without limiting subsection (1) , the chief executive may refuse to approve the application if the chief executive believes a document provided by the applicant to the chief executive in relation to the application is false or misleading in a material particular.\n(sec.77-ssec.3) This section does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) approve the application, in whole or in part; or\n- (b) refuse to approve the application.","sortOrder":92},{"sectionNumber":"sec.78","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve applications","content":"### sec.78 Decisions to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to approve the application, in whole or in part, the chief executive must give the applicant a written notice stating—\nthe number of hours of supervised driving the applicant receives credit for; and\nthe number of hours of supervised driving at night the applicant receives credit for.\nA young driver who receives a notice under subsection (1) must complete the following hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) and (b) —\n100 hours of supervised driving less the number of hours of supervised driving the young driver has received credit for under subsection (1) (a) ;\nA young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 20 hours of supervised driving must complete 80 hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .\nA young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 100 hours of supervised driving does not need to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .\n10 hours of supervised driving at night less the number of hours of supervised driving at night the young driver has received credit for under subsection (1) (b) .\nIf, under subsection (2) , a young driver is not required to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) and (b) , the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the young driver.\n(sec.78-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to approve the application, in whole or in part, the chief executive must give the applicant a written notice stating— the number of hours of supervised driving the applicant receives credit for; and the number of hours of supervised driving at night the applicant receives credit for.\n(sec.78-ssec.2) A young driver who receives a notice under subsection (1) must complete the following hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) and (b) — 100 hours of supervised driving less the number of hours of supervised driving the young driver has received credit for under subsection (1) (a) ; A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 20 hours of supervised driving must complete 80 hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) . A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 100 hours of supervised driving does not need to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) . 10 hours of supervised driving at night less the number of hours of supervised driving at night the young driver has received credit for under subsection (1) (b) .\n(sec.78-ssec.3) If, under subsection (2) , a young driver is not required to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) and (b) , the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the young driver.\n- (a) the number of hours of supervised driving the applicant receives credit for; and\n- (b) the number of hours of supervised driving at night the applicant receives credit for.\n- (a) 100 hours of supervised driving less the number of hours of supervised driving the young driver has received credit for under subsection (1) (a) ; Examples— 1 A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 20 hours of supervised driving must complete 80 hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) . 2 A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 100 hours of supervised driving does not need to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .\n- 1 A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 20 hours of supervised driving must complete 80 hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .\n- 2 A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 100 hours of supervised driving does not need to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .\n- (b) 10 hours of supervised driving at night less the number of hours of supervised driving at night the young driver has received credit for under subsection (1) (b) .\n- 1 A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 20 hours of supervised driving must complete 80 hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .\n- 2 A young driver who receives, under subsection (1) (a) , credit for 100 hours of supervised driving does not need to complete any hours of supervised driving under section 66 (1) (a) .","sortOrder":93},{"sectionNumber":"sec.79","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to refuse to approve applications","content":"### sec.79 Decisions to refuse to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve any part of the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\nIf the refusal is on a ground mentioned in section 77 (2) , the information notice for the decision must state the reasons the chief executive believes a document provided by the applicant to the chief executive in relation to the application is false or misleading in a material particular.\n(sec.79-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve any part of the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.79-ssec.2) If the refusal is on a ground mentioned in section 77 (2) , the information notice for the decision must state the reasons the chief executive believes a document provided by the applicant to the chief executive in relation to the application is false or misleading in a material particular.","sortOrder":94},{"sectionNumber":"sec.80","sectionType":"section","heading":"When applications taken to have been approved","content":"### sec.80 When applications taken to have been approved\n\nThe chief executive is taken to have decided to approve the whole of the application if the chief executive does not decide the application within—\nif further information or documents are requested under section 383 (1) —28 days after the day the chief executive receives the information or documents; or\notherwise—28 days after the day the chief executive receives the application.\nThis section does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.80-ssec.1) The chief executive is taken to have decided to approve the whole of the application if the chief executive does not decide the application within— if further information or documents are requested under section 383 (1) —28 days after the day the chief executive receives the information or documents; or otherwise—28 days after the day the chief executive receives the application.\n(sec.80-ssec.2) This section does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) if further information or documents are requested under section 383 (1) —28 days after the day the chief executive receives the information or documents; or\n- (b) otherwise—28 days after the day the chief executive receives the application.","sortOrder":95},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3-div.5","sectionType":"division","heading":"Exemptions from logbook requirements","content":"## Exemptions from logbook requirements","sortOrder":96},{"sectionNumber":"sec.81","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for exemptions from logbook requirements","content":"### sec.81 Applications for exemptions from logbook requirements\n\nA young driver may apply to the chief executive for an exemption from the logbook requirements.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.","sortOrder":97},{"sectionNumber":"sec.82","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications for exemptions","content":"### sec.82 Deciding applications for exemptions\n\nT\the chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to give, or refuse to give, the exemption.\nThe chief executive may give the exemption only if satisfied—\neither or both of the following is not reasonably available to the applicant to satisfy the requirement under section 66 (1) (a) —\na car to drive on a road in Australia;\na person to be a supervisor of the young driver; or\nthe following applies—\nthe applicant lives in an area with a limited road network;\nan island with a single road around the island\nthere is no significant benefit for the applicant to satisfy the logbook requirements by driving a car on the road network;\nthere is no reasonable likelihood of the applicant moving from the area or having an opportunity to drive a car in an area with a diverse road network.\nIn deciding whether to give the exemption, the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.82-ssec.1) T\the chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to give, or refuse to give, the exemption.\n(sec.82-ssec.2) The chief executive may give the exemption only if satisfied— either or both of the following is not reasonably available to the applicant to satisfy the requirement under section 66 (1) (a) — a car to drive on a road in Australia; a person to be a supervisor of the young driver; or the following applies— the applicant lives in an area with a limited road network; an island with a single road around the island there is no significant benefit for the applicant to satisfy the logbook requirements by driving a car on the road network; there is no reasonable likelihood of the applicant moving from the area or having an opportunity to drive a car in an area with a diverse road network.\n(sec.82-ssec.3) In deciding whether to give the exemption, the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.82-ssec.4) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) either or both of the following is not reasonably available to the applicant to satisfy the requirement under section 66 (1) (a) — (i) a car to drive on a road in Australia; (ii) a person to be a supervisor of the young driver; or\n- (i) a car to drive on a road in Australia;\n- (ii) a person to be a supervisor of the young driver; or\n- (b) the following applies— (i) the applicant lives in an area with a limited road network; Example of an area with a limited road network— an island with a single road around the island (ii) there is no significant benefit for the applicant to satisfy the logbook requirements by driving a car on the road network; (iii) there is no reasonable likelihood of the applicant moving from the area or having an opportunity to drive a car in an area with a diverse road network.\n- (i) the applicant lives in an area with a limited road network; Example of an area with a limited road network— an island with a single road around the island\n- (ii) there is no significant benefit for the applicant to satisfy the logbook requirements by driving a car on the road network;\n- (iii) there is no reasonable likelihood of the applicant moving from the area or having an opportunity to drive a car in an area with a diverse road network.\n- (i) a car to drive on a road in Australia;\n- (ii) a person to be a supervisor of the young driver; or\n- (i) the applicant lives in an area with a limited road network; Example of an area with a limited road network— an island with a single road around the island\n- (ii) there is no significant benefit for the applicant to satisfy the logbook requirements by driving a car on the road network;\n- (iii) there is no reasonable likelihood of the applicant moving from the area or having an opportunity to drive a car in an area with a diverse road network.","sortOrder":98},{"sectionNumber":"sec.83","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to give or refuse to give exemptions","content":"### sec.83 Decisions to give or refuse to give exemptions\n\nIf the chief executive decides to give the exemption—\nthe chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision; and\nthe logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the applicant.\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to give the exemption, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.83-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to give the exemption— the chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision; and the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the applicant.\n(sec.83-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides to refuse to give the exemption, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n- (a) the chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision; and\n- (b) the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the applicant.","sortOrder":99},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.3-div.6","sectionType":"division","heading":"Practical driving tests in relation to applications for class C P1 provisional licences","content":"## Practical driving tests in relation to applications for class C P1 provisional licences","sortOrder":100},{"sectionNumber":"sec.84","sectionType":"section","heading":"When practical driving tests in relation to applications for class C P1 provisional licences may be taken","content":"### sec.84 When practical driving tests in relation to applications for class C P1 provisional licences may be taken\n\nA young driver may take a practical driving test required under section 53 (2) (b) in relation to an application for a class C P1 provisional licence only after—\nthe young driver satisfies the logbook requirements; or\nif the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the young driver under section 78 (3) —the chief executive gives the young driver a notice under section 78 (1) ; or\nthe chief executive decides to give the young driver an exemption from the logbook requirements under section 82 .\nHowever, the young driver must not take the practical driving test within 6 weeks after satisfying the logbook requirements if—\nthe chief executive at any time—\nrefused, under section 70 , to approve a completed logbook of the young driver because the chief executive believed the logbook was false or misleading in a material particular; or\nrefused, under section 77 , to approve any part of an application made by the young driver because the chief executive believed a document provided by the young driver to the chief executive in relation to the application was false or misleading in a material particular; and\nthe decision has not been set aside by the chief executive under section 388 or by QCAT or a court.\nSubsection (2) does not apply if the young driver is convicted of an offence under section 53 (2) of the Act in relation to giving the chief executive—\na completed logbook under section 69 ; or\na document under section 75 (1) ; or\ninformation or a document under section 383 relating to an application under section 69 or 74 .\nSee also section 175 (3) .\n(sec.84-ssec.1) A young driver may take a practical driving test required under section 53 (2) (b) in relation to an application for a class C P1 provisional licence only after— the young driver satisfies the logbook requirements; or if the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the young driver under section 78 (3) —the chief executive gives the young driver a notice under section 78 (1) ; or the chief executive decides to give the young driver an exemption from the logbook requirements under section 82 .\n(sec.84-ssec.2) However, the young driver must not take the practical driving test within 6 weeks after satisfying the logbook requirements if— the chief executive at any time— refused, under section 70 , to approve a completed logbook of the young driver because the chief executive believed the logbook was false or misleading in a material particular; or refused, under section 77 , to approve any part of an application made by the young driver because the chief executive believed a document provided by the young driver to the chief executive in relation to the application was false or misleading in a material particular; and the decision has not been set aside by the chief executive under section 388 or by QCAT or a court.\n(sec.84-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply if the young driver is convicted of an offence under section 53 (2) of the Act in relation to giving the chief executive— a completed logbook under section 69 ; or a document under section 75 (1) ; or information or a document under section 383 relating to an application under section 69 or 74 .\n- (a) the young driver satisfies the logbook requirements; or\n- (b) if the logbook requirements do not apply in relation to the young driver under section 78 (3) —the chief executive gives the young driver a notice under section 78 (1) ; or\n- (c) the chief executive decides to give the young driver an exemption from the logbook requirements under section 82 .\n- (a) the chief executive at any time— (i) refused, under section 70 , to approve a completed logbook of the young driver because the chief executive believed the logbook was false or misleading in a material particular; or (ii) refused, under section 77 , to approve any part of an application made by the young driver because the chief executive believed a document provided by the young driver to the chief executive in relation to the application was false or misleading in a material particular; and\n- (i) refused, under section 70 , to approve a completed logbook of the young driver because the chief executive believed the logbook was false or misleading in a material particular; or\n- (ii) refused, under section 77 , to approve any part of an application made by the young driver because the chief executive believed a document provided by the young driver to the chief executive in relation to the application was false or misleading in a material particular; and\n- (b) the decision has not been set aside by the chief executive under section 388 or by QCAT or a court.\n- (i) refused, under section 70 , to approve a completed logbook of the young driver because the chief executive believed the logbook was false or misleading in a material particular; or\n- (ii) refused, under section 77 , to approve any part of an application made by the young driver because the chief executive believed a document provided by the young driver to the chief executive in relation to the application was false or misleading in a material particular; and\n- (a) a completed logbook under section 69 ; or\n- (b) a document under section 75 (1) ; or\n- (c) information or a document under section 383 relating to an application under section 69 or 74 .","sortOrder":101},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Eligibility requirements for class RE and class R Queensland driver licences","content":"# Eligibility requirements for class RE and class R Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":102},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.4-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Preliminary","content":"## Preliminary","sortOrder":103},{"sectionNumber":"sec.85","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of part","content":"### sec.85 Application of part\n\nThis part does not apply to a person if—\nthe chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application in relation to the person’s special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence and section 145 or part 5 , division 3 , subdivision 4 or 5 applies to the person; or\nthe person is applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .\n- (a) the chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application in relation to the person’s special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence and section 145 or part 5 , division 3 , subdivision 4 or 5 applies to the person; or\n- (b) the person is applying for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver under part 5 , division 4 .","sortOrder":104},{"sectionNumber":"sec.86","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to P1 type licence, P2 type licence and P type licence","content":"### sec.86 References to P1 type licence, P2 type licence and P type licence\n\nIn this part—\na reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and\na reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and\na reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\nAlso, if the reference is to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of a stated class, the reference includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of the stated class.\n(sec.86-ssec.1) In this part— a reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and a reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and a reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\n(sec.86-ssec.2) Also, if the reference is to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of a stated class, the reference includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of the stated class.\n- (a) a reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and\n- (c) a reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.","sortOrder":105},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.4-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Class RE learner licences","content":"## Class RE learner licences","sortOrder":106},{"sectionNumber":"sec.87","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.87 Eligibility requirements\n\nA person is eligible for a class RE learner licence if the person—\nis at least 18 years; and\nholds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; and\nhas held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE learner licence; and\npasses each road rules test for the class RE learner licence; and\nholds a competency declaration (learner).\nSee also section 173 .\nHowever—\nsubsection (1) (a) does not apply if the person was granted a class C provisional licence after the chief executive approved, under section 129 , an application claiming the person had a special need for a class C provisional licence; and\nsubsection (1) (d) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class RE learner licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\nsubsection (1) (e) does not apply if the person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence under section 188 .\n(sec.87-ssec.1) A person is eligible for a class RE learner licence if the person— is at least 18 years; and holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; and has held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE learner licence; and passes each road rules test for the class RE learner licence; and holds a competency declaration (learner). See also section 173 .\n(sec.87-ssec.2) However— subsection (1) (a) does not apply if the person was granted a class C provisional licence after the chief executive approved, under section 129 , an application claiming the person had a special need for a class C provisional licence; and subsection (1) (d) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class RE learner licence under section 182 or 183 ; and subsection (1) (e) does not apply if the person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence under section 188 .\n- (a) is at least 18 years; and\n- (b) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; and\n- (c) has held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for a period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE learner licence; and\n- (d) passes each road rules test for the class RE learner licence; and\n- (e) holds a competency declaration (learner).\n- (a) subsection (1) (a) does not apply if the person was granted a class C provisional licence after the chief executive approved, under section 129 , an application claiming the person had a special need for a class C provisional licence; and\n- (b) subsection (1) (d) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class RE learner licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\n- (c) subsection (1) (e) does not apply if the person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence under section 188 .","sortOrder":107},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.4-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Class RE and class R provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences","content":"## Class RE and class R provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences","sortOrder":108},{"sectionNumber":"sec.88","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.88 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to the following class RE or class R Queensland driver licences—\na P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence;\na P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence;\na P probationary licence;\nan open licence.\n- (a) a P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence;\n- (b) a P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence;\n- (c) a P probationary licence;\n- (d) an open licence.","sortOrder":109},{"sectionNumber":"sec.89","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.89 Eligibility requirements\n\nA person is eligible for the Queensland driver licence if the person—\nis at least the minimum age stated for the licence in subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 ; and\nsatisfies, under subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under subdivision 5 .\n- (a) is at least the minimum age stated for the licence in subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 ; and\n- (b) satisfies, under subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (c) passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under subdivision 5 .","sortOrder":110},{"sectionNumber":"sec.90","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum ages","content":"### sec.90 Minimum ages\n\nFor section 89 (a) , the minimum age for—\na class RE or class R P1 provisional licence is 17 years; and\na class RE or class R P2 provisional licence is 18 years.\n- (a) a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence is 17 years; and\n- (b) a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence is 18 years.","sortOrder":111},{"sectionNumber":"sec.91","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P1 provisional licences—persons who hold class RE learner licences","content":"### sec.91 Experience requirements for class RE P1 provisional licences—persons who hold class RE learner licences\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P1 provisional licence if the person—\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nis under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class RE P1 provisional licence, see section 94 .\n- (a) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and","sortOrder":112},{"sectionNumber":"sec.92","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P2 provisional licences—persons who hold class RE P1 type licences or class RE learner licences","content":"### sec.92 Experience requirements for class RE P2 provisional licences—persons who hold class RE P1 type licences or class RE learner licences\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) , (3) or (4) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE P1 type licence; and\nhave held the class RE P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\neither—\nbe at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence; or\nhold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence—\nthe non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\nany class RE learner licences; and\nhave held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\nHowever, if the person holds a class RE P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence, see sections 94 and 95 .\n(sec.92-ssec.1) For section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) , (3) or (4) .\n(sec.92-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE P1 type licence; and have held the class RE P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.92-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and either— be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence; or hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.92-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence— the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and any class RE learner licences; and have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.92-ssec.5) However, if the person holds a class RE P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.92-ssec.6) In this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE P1 type licence; and\n- (b) have held the class RE P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) either— (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence; or (ii) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence.\n- (a) hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence— (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (c) have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":113},{"sectionNumber":"sec.93","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P2 provisional licences—persons who hold class R P1 type licences","content":"### sec.93 Experience requirements for class R P2 provisional licences—persons who hold class R P1 type licences\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence if the person—\nholds a class R P1 type licence; and\nhas held the class R P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years ; and\nwas first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nHowever, if the person holds a class R P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence, see sections 94 and 95 .\n(sec.93-ssec.1) For section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence if the person— holds a class R P1 type licence; and has held the class R P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years ; and was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.93-ssec.2) However, if the person holds a class R P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) holds a class R P1 type licence; and\n- (b) has held the class R P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years ; and\n- (c) was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":114},{"sectionNumber":"sec.94","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for class RE and class R P1 and P2 provisional licences—persons who hold or have held provisional licences of same class and type","content":"### sec.94 Alternative experience requirements for class RE and class R P1 and P2 provisional licences—persons who hold or have held provisional licences of same class and type\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R P1 or P2 provisional licence if the person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a provisional licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for; or\nholds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for.\nA person who, within the period of 5 years before applying for a class RE P1 provisional licence, held a class RE P1 provisional licence is eligible under paragraph (a) for another class RE P1 provisional licence.\nHowever, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) or (b) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nSee also section 95 and subdivision 3 .\n(sec.94-ssec.1) For section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R P1 or P2 provisional licence if the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a provisional licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for; or holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for. A person who, within the period of 5 years before applying for a class RE P1 provisional licence, held a class RE P1 provisional licence is eligible under paragraph (a) for another class RE P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.94-ssec.2) However, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) or (b) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended. See also section 95 and subdivision 3 .\n- (a) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a provisional licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for; or\n- (c) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence of the class and type being applied for.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended. Note— See also section 95 and subdivision 3 .","sortOrder":115},{"sectionNumber":"sec.95","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for class RE and class R P2 provisional licences—persons who have held probationary licences for at least 1 year","content":"### sec.95 Alternative experience requirements for class RE and class R P2 provisional licences—persons who have held probationary licences for at least 1 year\n\nThis section applies if a person—\nheld a class RE or class R P1 type licence or P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor section 89 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (3) or (4) .\nFor subsection (2) , the person must—\nhold a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\nhave held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nA person who held a class RE P2 provisional licence was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence. Since the person’s period of disqualification ended, the person was granted a class RE P2 probationary licence on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 97 . If the person has held the class RE P2 probationary licence for a period of 1 year, the person satisfies subsection (3) .\nAlternatively for subsection (2) , the person must—\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the P2 provisional licence, a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\nhave held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn this section, a reference to a P2 probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 probationary licence of the stated class.\n(sec.95-ssec.1) This section applies if a person— held a class RE or class R P1 type licence or P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.95-ssec.2) For section 89 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (3) or (4) .\n(sec.95-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , the person must— hold a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended. A person who held a class RE P2 provisional licence was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence. Since the person’s period of disqualification ended, the person was granted a class RE P2 probationary licence on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 97 . If the person has held the class RE P2 probationary licence for a period of 1 year, the person satisfies subsection (3) .\n(sec.95-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (2) , the person must— have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the P2 provisional licence, a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.95-ssec.5) In this section, a reference to a P2 probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 probationary licence of the stated class.\n- (a) held a class RE or class R P1 type licence or P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) hold a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the P2 provisional licence, a P2 probationary licence of the same class as the P2 provisional licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 probationary licence, and any other probationary licences or non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":116},{"sectionNumber":"sec.96","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum ages","content":"### sec.96 Minimum ages\n\nFor section 89 (a) , the minimum age for—\na class RE or class R P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\na class RE or class R P2 probationary licence is 18 years.\n- (a) a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\n- (b) a class RE or class R P2 probationary licence is 18 years.","sortOrder":117},{"sectionNumber":"sec.97","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE and class R probationary licences after cancellation of provisional licences and probationary licences","content":"### sec.97 Experience requirements for class RE and class R probationary licences after cancellation of provisional licences and probationary licences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies for a class RE or class R probationary licence; and\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class RE or class R provisional licence or probationary licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\nthe person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\nthe person has not held a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor section 89 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R probationary licence that is—\nif the cancelled licence was a Queensland driver licence—of the same class and type as the cancelled licence; or\nif the cancelled licence was a non-Queensland driver licence—of a class and type that corresponds to the cancelled licence.\nIn subsection (1) (b) and (d) —\na reference to a class RE or class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R provisional licence; and\na reference to a class RE or class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R probationary licence.\n(sec.97-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies for a class RE or class R probationary licence; and the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class RE or class R provisional licence or probationary licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and the person has not held a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.97-ssec.2) For section 89 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R probationary licence that is— if the cancelled licence was a Queensland driver licence—of the same class and type as the cancelled licence; or if the cancelled licence was a non-Queensland driver licence—of a class and type that corresponds to the cancelled licence.\n(sec.97-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (b) and (d) — a reference to a class RE or class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R provisional licence; and a reference to a class RE or class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R probationary licence.\n- (a) a person applies for a class RE or class R probationary licence; and\n- (b) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class RE or class R provisional licence or probationary licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\n- (c) the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\n- (d) the person has not held a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) if the cancelled licence was a Queensland driver licence—of the same class and type as the cancelled licence; or\n- (b) if the cancelled licence was a non-Queensland driver licence—of a class and type that corresponds to the cancelled licence.\n- (a) a reference to a class RE or class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class RE or class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R probationary licence.","sortOrder":118},{"sectionNumber":"sec.98","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE and class R P probationary licences after cancellation of O type licences","content":"### sec.98 Experience requirements for class RE and class R P probationary licences after cancellation of O type licences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies for a class RE or class R probationary licence; and\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class RE or class R O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\nthe person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\nthe person has not held a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nFor section 89 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R P probationary licence of the same class as the cancelled licence.\nIn subsection (1) (d) —\na reference to a class RE or class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R provisional licence; and\na reference to a class RE or class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R probationary licence.\n(sec.98-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies for a class RE or class R probationary licence; and the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class RE or class R O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and the person has not held a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.98-ssec.2) For section 89 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R P probationary licence of the same class as the cancelled licence.\n(sec.98-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (d) — a reference to a class RE or class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R provisional licence; and a reference to a class RE or class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R probationary licence.\n- (a) a person applies for a class RE or class R probationary licence; and\n- (b) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class RE or class R O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ); and\n- (c) the person’s period of disqualification has ended; and\n- (d) the person has not held a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) a reference to a class RE or class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class RE or class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R probationary licence.","sortOrder":119},{"sectionNumber":"sec.99","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P2 probationary licences—persons who hold class RE P1 probationary licences or learner licences","content":"### sec.99 Experience requirements for class RE P2 probationary licences—persons who hold class RE P1 probationary licences or learner licences\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) , (3) or (4) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE P1 probationary licence; and\nhave held the class RE P1 probationary licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nhold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhave been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence—\nthe non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\nany class RE learner licences; and\nhave held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and\nhave not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhave not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn this section—\na reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; and\na reference to a class RE P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class RE P2 probationary licence, see section 102 .\n(sec.99-ssec.1) For section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) , (3) or (4) .\n(sec.99-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE P1 probationary licence; and have held the class RE P1 probationary licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.99-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence.\n(sec.99-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence— the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and any class RE learner licences; and have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and have not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.99-ssec.5) In this section— a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; and a reference to a class RE P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) have held the class RE P1 probationary licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (a) have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence— (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (d) have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and\n- (e) have not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (f) have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (a) a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class RE P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence.","sortOrder":120},{"sectionNumber":"sec.100","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P2 probationary licences—persons who hold class R P1 probationary licences","content":"### sec.100 Experience requirements for class R P2 probationary licences—persons who hold class R P1 probationary licences\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 probationary licence if the person—\nholds a class R P1 probationary licence; and\nhas held the class R P1 probationary licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years ; and\nwas first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\nIn this section, a reference to a class R P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R P1 probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class R P2 probationary licence, see section 102 .\n(sec.100-ssec.1) For section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 probationary licence if the person— holds a class R P1 probationary licence; and has held the class R P1 probationary licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years ; and was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.\n(sec.100-ssec.2) In this section, a reference to a class R P1 probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R P1 probationary licence.\n- (a) holds a class R P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) has held the class R P1 probationary licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years ; and\n- (c) was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 24 years.","sortOrder":121},{"sectionNumber":"sec.101","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P probationary licences—persons who hold learner licences and class C or heavy vehicle class P probationary licences","content":"### sec.101 Experience requirements for class RE P probationary licences—persons who hold learner licences and class C or heavy vehicle class P probationary licences\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence—\nthe non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\nany class RE learner licences; and\nhold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; and\nhave held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence.\nIn this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence.\nFor alternative experience requirements for a class RE P probationary licence, see section 102 .\n(sec.101-ssec.1) For section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\n(sec.101-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.101-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must— hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence— the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and any class RE learner licences; and hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; and have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence.\n(sec.101-ssec.4) In this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (a) hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence— (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (c) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; and\n- (d) have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence.\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and","sortOrder":122},{"sectionNumber":"sec.102","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for class RE and class R probationary licences—persons who hold or have held probationary licences of same class and type","content":"### sec.102 Alternative experience requirements for class RE and class R probationary licences—persons who hold or have held probationary licences of same class and type\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE or class R probationary licence if the person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a probationary licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\nholds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the class and type being applied for.\n- (a) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a probationary licence of the same class and type as the licence being applied for; or\n- (b) holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the probationary licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence of the class and type being applied for.","sortOrder":123},{"sectionNumber":"sec.103","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of subdivision","content":"### sec.103 Application of subdivision\n\nThis subdivision applies in relation to a class RE or class R open licence.","sortOrder":124},{"sectionNumber":"sec.104","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum age","content":"### sec.104 Minimum age\n\nFor section 89 (a) , the minimum age for the open licence is 20 years.","sortOrder":125},{"sectionNumber":"sec.105","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements","content":"### sec.105 Experience requirements\n\nFor section 89 (b) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for the open licence if the person satisfies 1 or more of sections 106 to 114 .","sortOrder":126},{"sectionNumber":"sec.106","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P1 type licences","content":"### sec.106 Persons who hold P1 type licences\n\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was at least 24 years but under 25 years.\nHowever, if the person holds a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.106-ssec.1) For section 105 , the person must— hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was at least 24 years but under 25 years.\n(sec.106-ssec.2) However, if the person holds a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was at least 24 years but under 25 years.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":127},{"sectionNumber":"sec.107","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P2 type licences—generally","content":"### sec.107 Persons who hold P2 type licences—generally\n\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P2 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P2 type licences, for a total period of at least the following within the last 5 years—\nif the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years;\notherwise—1 year.\nThis section does not apply to a person to whom section 108 applies.\n(sec.107-ssec.1) For section 105 , the person must— hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P2 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P2 type licences, for a total period of at least the following within the last 5 years— if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years; otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.107-ssec.2) This section does not apply to a person to whom section 108 applies.\n- (a) hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P2 type licences, for a total period of at least the following within the last 5 years— (i) if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years; (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years;\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—2 years;\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.","sortOrder":128},{"sectionNumber":"sec.108","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P2 type licences if earlier P2 type licence cancelled","content":"### sec.108 Persons who hold P2 type licences if earlier P2 type licence cancelled\n\nThis section applies to a person who has held, within the last 5 years, a class RE or class R P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P2 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P2 type licences granted since the person’s period of disqualification ended, for a total period of at least—\nif the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or\notherwise—1 year.\nFor subsection (2) (b) (i) , the period is the longer of the following—\n2 years less the period the person held the cancelled licence, and the period the person held any other class RE or class R P2 type licences before the person was disqualified;\n1 year.\n(sec.108-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who has held, within the last 5 years, a class RE or class R P2 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\n(sec.108-ssec.2) For section 105 , the person must— hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P2 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P2 type licences granted since the person’s period of disqualification ended, for a total period of at least— if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.108-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (b) (i) , the period is the longer of the following— 2 years less the period the person held the cancelled licence, and the period the person held any other class RE or class R P2 type licences before the person was disqualified; 1 year.\n- (a) hold a P2 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P2 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P2 type licences granted since the person’s period of disqualification ended, for a total period of at least— (i) if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person was first granted a class RE or class R P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years and a class RE or class R P2 type licence when the person was under 25 years—the period mentioned in subsection (3) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (a) 2 years less the period the person held the cancelled licence, and the period the person held any other class RE or class R P2 type licences before the person was disqualified;\n- (b) 1 year.","sortOrder":129},{"sectionNumber":"sec.109","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P probationary licences or have held P restricted licences if earlier P type licences or O type licences cancelled","content":"### sec.109 Persons who hold P probationary licences or have held P restricted licences if earlier P type licences or O type licences cancelled\n\nThis section applies to a person who has held a class RE or class R P type licence or O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\nFor section 105 , the person must—\neither—\nhold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or\nhave held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, the P probationary licence or P restricted licence, and any other P type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\nIn subsection (2) —\na reference to a P probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P probationary licence of the stated class; and\na reference to a P restricted licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P restricted licence of the stated class.\n(sec.109-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who has held a class RE or class R P type licence or O type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence (the cancelled licence ).\n(sec.109-ssec.2) For section 105 , the person must— either— hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, the P probationary licence or P restricted licence, and any other P type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n(sec.109-ssec.3) In subsection (2) — a reference to a P probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P probationary licence of the stated class; and a reference to a P restricted licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P restricted licence of the stated class.\n- (a) either— (i) hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or (ii) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (i) hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or\n- (ii) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, the P probationary licence or P restricted licence, and any other P type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n- (i) hold a P probationary licence of the same class as the open licence; or\n- (ii) have held, since the cancellation of the cancelled licence and within the last 5 years, a P restricted licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (a) a reference to a P probationary licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P probationary licence of the stated class; and\n- (b) a reference to a P restricted licence of a stated class includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P restricted licence of the stated class.","sortOrder":130},{"sectionNumber":"sec.110","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P1 type licences and were granted P1 type licences as returning drivers","content":"### sec.110 Persons who hold P1 type licences and were granted P1 type licences as returning drivers\n\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave held the P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\nhave been granted, when the person was at least 25 years, a class RE or class R P1 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (3) .\nHowever, if the person holds a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.110-ssec.1) For section 105 , the person must— hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and have held the P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and have been granted, when the person was at least 25 years, a class RE or class R P1 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (3) .\n(sec.110-ssec.2) However, if the person holds a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE or class R P1 probationary licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) hold a P1 type licence of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have held the P1 type licence, and any other class RE or class R P1 type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the last 5 years; and\n- (c) have been granted, when the person was at least 25 years, a class RE or class R P1 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (3) .\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":131},{"sectionNumber":"sec.111","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold P1 type licences or P2 type licences granted as returning drivers and eligible for class C or heavy vehicle class open licences","content":"### sec.111 Persons who hold P1 type licences or P2 type licences granted as returning drivers and eligible for class C or heavy vehicle class open licences\n\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold a P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, of the same class as the open licence; and\nhave been granted the P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (7) ; and\nbe eligible for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence.\n- (a) hold a P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, of the same class as the open licence; and\n- (b) have been granted the P1 type licence, or P2 type licence, in relation to an application as a returning driver, on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 171 (7) ; and\n- (c) be eligible for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence.","sortOrder":132},{"sectionNumber":"sec.112","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold class RE learner licences and class C or heavy vehicle class O type licences","content":"### sec.112 Persons who hold class RE learner licences and class C or heavy vehicle class O type licences\n\nThis section applies in relation to a class RE open licence.\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year.\nIn subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.112-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a class RE open licence.\n(sec.112-ssec.2) For section 105 , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.112-ssec.3) In subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year.","sortOrder":133},{"sectionNumber":"sec.113","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold non-Queensland driver licences corresponding to class RE learner licences and class C or heavy vehicle class O type licences","content":"### sec.113 Persons who hold non-Queensland driver licences corresponding to class RE learner licences and class C or heavy vehicle class O type licences\n\nThis section applies in relation to a class RE open licence.\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhold—\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and\nhave held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence—\nthe non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\nany class RE learner licences; and\nhave held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence.\n(sec.113-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a class RE open licence.\n(sec.113-ssec.2) For section 105 , the person must— hold— a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence— the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and any class RE learner licences; and have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence.\n- (a) hold— (i) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and (ii) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and\n- (i) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and\n- (b) have held, for a total period of at least 90 days within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence— (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and\n- (c) have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence for at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence.\n- (i) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; and\n- (i) the non-Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , and any other non-Queensland driver licences that correspond to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) any class RE learner licences; and","sortOrder":134},{"sectionNumber":"sec.114","sectionType":"section","heading":"Recognition of past licences and non-Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.114 Recognition of past licences and non-Queensland driver licences\n\nFor section 105 , the person must—\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the open licence, an O type licence of the same class as the licence being applied for; or\nhold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the class being applied for.\nHowever, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.114-ssec.1) For section 105 , the person must— have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the open licence, an O type licence of the same class as the licence being applied for; or hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the class being applied for.\n(sec.114-ssec.2) However, the person does not satisfy subsection (1) (a) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the open licence, an O type licence of the same class as the licence being applied for; or\n- (b) hold a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence of the class being applied for.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":135},{"sectionNumber":"sec.115","sectionType":"section","heading":"Testing requirements for class RE learner licence holders","content":"### sec.115 Testing requirements for class RE learner licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who—\napplies for a class RE Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 88 ; and\nholds a class RE learner licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\nFor section 89 (c) , the person must—\npass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—\nhold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\npass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\nThe hazard perception test must be taken—\nbefore the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or\nif the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class RE Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\nSubsection (2) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n(sec.115-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who— applies for a class RE Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 88 ; and holds a class RE learner licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.115-ssec.2) For section 89 (c) , the person must— pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n(sec.115-ssec.3) The hazard perception test must be taken— before the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or if the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class RE Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n(sec.115-ssec.4) Subsection (2) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n- (a) applies for a class RE Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 88 ; and\n- (b) holds a class RE learner licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and\n- (b) if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and\n- (c) if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (a) before the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or\n- (b) if the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class RE Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.","sortOrder":136},{"sectionNumber":"sec.116","sectionType":"section","heading":"Testing requirements for foreign driver licence holders","content":"### sec.116 Testing requirements for foreign driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who—\napplies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 88 ; and\nholds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\nFor section 89 (c) , the person must—\npass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—\nhold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or\npass a practical driving test on a motorbike of the class that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\nSubsection (2) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\ns 116 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 10\n(sec.116-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who— applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 88 ; and holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n(sec.116-ssec.2) For section 89 (c) , the person must— pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; and if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or pass a practical driving test on a motorbike of the class that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.116-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n- (a) applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence mentioned in section 88 ; and\n- (b) holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (a) pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\n- (b) if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; and\n- (c) if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— (i) hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or (ii) pass a practical driving test on a motorbike of the class that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a motorbike of the class that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for the class of motorbike that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a motorbike of the class that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":137},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.4-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Eligibility for new class of particular Queensland driver licences","content":"## Eligibility for new class of particular Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":138},{"sectionNumber":"sec.117","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of division","content":"### sec.117 Purpose of division\n\nThis division states—\nwhen a person who holds a class RE Queensland driver licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence, is eligible for a class R Queensland driver licence (a higher class licence ); and\nwhen a person who holds, or has held, a class R Queensland driver licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence, is eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence (a lower class licence ).\n- (a) when a person who holds a class RE Queensland driver licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence, is eligible for a class R Queensland driver licence (a higher class licence ); and\n- (b) when a person who holds, or has held, a class R Queensland driver licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence, is eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence (a lower class licence ).","sortOrder":139},{"sectionNumber":"sec.118","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.118 Eligibility requirements\n\nA person is eligible for a higher class licence if the person—\nsatisfies, under section 119 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under section 120 .\nA person is eligible for a lower class licence if the person—\nsatisfies, under section 123 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under section 124 .\nThis section applies subject to sections 121 , 122 , 125 and 126 .\n(sec.118-ssec.1) A person is eligible for a higher class licence if the person— satisfies, under section 119 , the experience requirements for the licence; and passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under section 120 .\n(sec.118-ssec.2) A person is eligible for a lower class licence if the person— satisfies, under section 123 , the experience requirements for the licence; and passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under section 124 .\n(sec.118-ssec.3) This section applies subject to sections 121 , 122 , 125 and 126 .\n- (a) satisfies, under section 119 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (b) passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under section 120 .\n- (a) satisfies, under section 123 , the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (b) passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold in relation to an application for the licence under section 124 .","sortOrder":140},{"sectionNumber":"sec.119","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for higher class licences","content":"### sec.119 Experience requirements for higher class licences\n\nFor section 118 (1) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a higher class licence if the person—\nholds a class RE provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence; and\nhas held the driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) , and any other class RE provisional licences, probationary licences or O type licences, for a total period of at least 2 years within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence.\nIn this section—\na reference to a class RE provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE provisional licence; and\na reference to a class RE probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE probationary licence.\n(sec.119-ssec.1) For section 118 (1) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a higher class licence if the person— holds a class RE provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence; and has held the driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) , and any other class RE provisional licences, probationary licences or O type licences, for a total period of at least 2 years within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence.\n(sec.119-ssec.2) In this section— a reference to a class RE provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE provisional licence; and a reference to a class RE probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE probationary licence.\n- (a) holds a class RE provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence; and\n- (b) has held the driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) , and any other class RE provisional licences, probationary licences or O type licences, for a total period of at least 2 years within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the higher class licence.\n- (a) a reference to a class RE provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class RE probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE probationary licence.","sortOrder":141},{"sectionNumber":"sec.120","sectionType":"section","heading":"Tests for higher class licences","content":"### sec.120 Tests for higher class licences\n\nFor section 118 (1) (b) , a person who applies for a higher class licence must—\nif the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\nif the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—\nhold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\npass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\nSubsection (1) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\nSubsection (4) applies if the person holds a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence.\nFor section 118 (1) (b) , the person must also pass each road rules test for the higher class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\ns 120 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 11\n(sec.120-ssec.1) For section 118 (1) (b) , a person who applies for a higher class licence must— if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n(sec.120-ssec.2) Subsection (1) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n(sec.120-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if the person holds a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.120-ssec.4) For section 118 (1) (b) , the person must also pass each road rules test for the higher class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\n- (a) if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\n- (b) if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— (i) hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.","sortOrder":142},{"sectionNumber":"sec.121","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of higher class licences for Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.121 Categories and types of higher class licences for Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if a person holds a class RE Queensland driver licence (the current licence ) and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a higher class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence.\n(sec.121-ssec.1) This section applies if a person holds a class RE Queensland driver licence (the current licence ) and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\n(sec.121-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a higher class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence.","sortOrder":143},{"sectionNumber":"sec.122","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of higher class licences for non-Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.122 Categories and types of higher class licences for non-Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if a person holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence (the current licence ) and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a higher class licence of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the higher class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\n(sec.122-ssec.1) This section applies if a person holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence (the current licence ) and is eligible for a higher class licence under this division.\n(sec.122-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a higher class licence of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the higher class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .","sortOrder":144},{"sectionNumber":"sec.123","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for lower class licences","content":"### sec.123 Experience requirements for lower class licences\n\nFor section 118 (2) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a lower class licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence.\nIn this section—\na reference to a class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R provisional licence; and\na reference to a class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R probationary licence.\n(sec.123-ssec.1) For section 118 (2) (a) , a person satisfies the experience requirements for a lower class licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the licence, a class R provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence.\n(sec.123-ssec.2) In this section— a reference to a class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R provisional licence; and a reference to a class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R probationary licence.\n- (a) a reference to a class R provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class R probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R probationary licence.","sortOrder":145},{"sectionNumber":"sec.124","sectionType":"section","heading":"Tests for lower class licences","content":"### sec.124 Tests for lower class licences\n\nThis section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person—\nholds a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence; or\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a foreign driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\nFor section 118 (2) (b) , the person must—\npass each road rules test for the lower class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—\nhold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\npass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\nSubsection (2) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\ns 124 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 12\n(sec.124-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person— holds a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence; or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a foreign driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.124-ssec.2) For section 118 (2) (b) , the person must— pass each road rules test for the lower class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n(sec.124-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n- (a) holds a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a foreign driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) pass each road rules test for the lower class licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\n- (b) if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and\n- (c) if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.","sortOrder":146},{"sectionNumber":"sec.125","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.125 Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person—\nholds a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ), or has held a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ) within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence; and\nis eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a lower class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence or previous licence.\nSubsection (4) applies if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nDespite subsection (2) —\nthe only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\nif the person’s previous licence was an open licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n(sec.125-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person— holds a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ), or has held a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ) within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence; and is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n(sec.125-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a lower class licence that is the same category and type as the current licence or previous licence.\n(sec.125-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.125-ssec.4) Despite subsection (2) — the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and if the person’s previous licence was an open licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n- (a) holds a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ), or has held a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ) within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence; and\n- (b) is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\n- (b) if the person’s previous licence was an open licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.","sortOrder":147},{"sectionNumber":"sec.126","sectionType":"section","heading":"Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past non-Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.126 Categories and types of lower class licences for current and past non-Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person—\neither—\nholds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\nis eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\nThe person is eligible for a lower class licence that is of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence or previous licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the lower class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\nSubsection (4) applies if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nDespite subsection (2) —\nthe only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\nif the person’s previous licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n(sec.126-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who applies for a lower class licence if the person— either— holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n(sec.126-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a lower class licence that is of a category and type that corresponds to the current licence or previous licence, but only if the person is at least the minimum age stated for the lower class licence in division 3 , subdivision 2 , 3 or 4 .\n(sec.126-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.126-ssec.4) Despite subsection (2) — the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and if the person’s previous licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n- (a) either— (i) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\n- (i) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or\n- (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\n- (b) is eligible for the lower class licence under this division.\n- (i) holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the current licence ); or\n- (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the lower class licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class R Queensland driver licence (the previous licence ); and\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (a) the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\n- (b) if the person’s previous licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.","sortOrder":148},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.5","sectionType":"part","heading":"Changes to eligibility requirements for particular persons","content":"# Changes to eligibility requirements for particular persons","sortOrder":149},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.5-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons who have special need for class C learner licences or provisional licences","content":"## Persons who have special need for class C learner licences or provisional licences","sortOrder":150},{"sectionNumber":"sec.127","sectionType":"section","heading":"Special need for class C learner licences or provisional licence s","content":"### sec.127 Special need for class C learner licences or provisional licence s\n\nA person has a special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence if—\nthe person needs to drive a motor vehicle—\nto or from the person’s place of employment; or\nin the course of the person’s employment; or\nto or from an educational institution the person attends; or\nto get medical treatment for the person or a member of the person’s family; and\nthere is no other transport reasonably available to the person; and\na refusal to grant the licence would cause severe hardship to—\nthe person; or\nthe person’s family because the person has taken on a role of special responsibility in relation to the person’s family.\n- (a) the person needs to drive a motor vehicle— (i) to or from the person’s place of employment; or (ii) in the course of the person’s employment; or (iii) to or from an educational institution the person attends; or (iv) to get medical treatment for the person or a member of the person’s family; and\n- (i) to or from the person’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) in the course of the person’s employment; or\n- (iii) to or from an educational institution the person attends; or\n- (iv) to get medical treatment for the person or a member of the person’s family; and\n- (b) there is no other transport reasonably available to the person; and\n- (c) a refusal to grant the licence would cause severe hardship to— (i) the person; or (ii) the person’s family because the person has taken on a role of special responsibility in relation to the person’s family.\n- (i) the person; or\n- (ii) the person’s family because the person has taken on a role of special responsibility in relation to the person’s family.\n- (i) to or from the person’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) in the course of the person’s employment; or\n- (iii) to or from an educational institution the person attends; or\n- (iv) to get medical treatment for the person or a member of the person’s family; and\n- (i) the person; or\n- (ii) the person’s family because the person has taken on a role of special responsibility in relation to the person’s family.","sortOrder":151},{"sectionNumber":"sec.128","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications claiming special need","content":"### sec.128 Applications claiming special need\n\nA person claiming a special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence may apply to the chief executive.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe application must relate to either a class C learner licence or a class C provisional licence.\nThe application must be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from—\nif the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (i) or (ii) —the applicant’s employer; or\nif the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (iii) —the person in charge of the educational institution; or\nif the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (iv) —a doctor.\n(sec.128-ssec.1) A person claiming a special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence may apply to the chief executive. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.128-ssec.2) The application must relate to either a class C learner licence or a class C provisional licence.\n(sec.128-ssec.3) The application must be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from— if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (i) or (ii) —the applicant’s employer; or if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (iii) —the person in charge of the educational institution; or if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (iv) —a doctor.\n- (a) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (i) or (ii) —the applicant’s employer; or\n- (b) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (iii) —the person in charge of the educational institution; or\n- (c) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 127 (a) (iv) —a doctor.","sortOrder":152},{"sectionNumber":"sec.129","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.129 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\nIn deciding the application, the chief executive must consider—\nwhether the applicant has a special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence, including—\nthe times of day when the applicant must travel; and\nhow often the applicant must travel; and\nthe distance the applicant must travel; and\nthe applicant’s traffic history.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.129-ssec.1) The chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\n(sec.129-ssec.2) In deciding the application, the chief executive must consider— whether the applicant has a special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence, including— the times of day when the applicant must travel; and how often the applicant must travel; and the distance the applicant must travel; and the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.129-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) whether the applicant has a special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence, including— (i) the times of day when the applicant must travel; and (ii) how often the applicant must travel; and (iii) the distance the applicant must travel; and\n- (i) the times of day when the applicant must travel; and\n- (ii) how often the applicant must travel; and\n- (iii) the distance the applicant must travel; and\n- (b) the applicant’s traffic history.\n- (i) the times of day when the applicant must travel; and\n- (ii) how often the applicant must travel; and\n- (iii) the distance the applicant must travel; and","sortOrder":153},{"sectionNumber":"sec.130","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications","content":"### sec.130 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision.\nFor the effect of a decision to approve an application claiming special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence on particular eligibility requirements under part 2 , see section 21 (2) and (3) .\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.130-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision. For the effect of a decision to approve an application claiming special need for a class C learner licence or provisional licence on particular eligibility requirements under part 2 , see section 21 (2) and (3) .\n(sec.130-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.","sortOrder":154},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.5-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons who have special need for class HC Queensland driver licences","content":"## Persons who have special need for class HC Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":155},{"sectionNumber":"sec.131","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of division","content":"### sec.131 Purpose of division\n\nThis division—\nenables a person claiming a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence to make an application to the chief executive; and\nstates when a person in relation to whom an application is approved is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) enables a person claiming a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence to make an application to the chief executive; and\n- (b) states when a person in relation to whom an application is approved is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":156},{"sectionNumber":"sec.132","sectionType":"section","heading":"Special need for class HC Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.132 Special need for class HC Queensland driver licences\n\nA person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence if the person—\nresides in a remote area of the State; and\nneeds to drive a class HC motor vehicle for the person’s employment; and\ncan not obtain a class MR Queensland driver licence because the person does not have access to a class MR motor vehicle to learn to drive a motor vehicle of that class.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the person needs to drive a class HC motor vehicle for the person’s employment only if the person—\nneeds to drive a class HC motor vehicle in the course of the person’s current employment; or\nhas received an offer of employment that requires the person to drive a class HC motor vehicle in the course of the employment.\nIn this section—\nremote area , of the State, means an area of the State identified as remote Australia or very remote Australia in the document called ‘Australian Statistical Geography Standard (ASGS): Volume 5 - Remoteness Structure’, published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on its website.\n(sec.132-ssec.1) A person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence if the person— resides in a remote area of the State; and needs to drive a class HC motor vehicle for the person’s employment; and can not obtain a class MR Queensland driver licence because the person does not have access to a class MR motor vehicle to learn to drive a motor vehicle of that class.\n(sec.132-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the person needs to drive a class HC motor vehicle for the person’s employment only if the person— needs to drive a class HC motor vehicle in the course of the person’s current employment; or has received an offer of employment that requires the person to drive a class HC motor vehicle in the course of the employment.\n(sec.132-ssec.3) In this section— remote area , of the State, means an area of the State identified as remote Australia or very remote Australia in the document called ‘Australian Statistical Geography Standard (ASGS): Volume 5 - Remoteness Structure’, published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on its website.\n- (a) resides in a remote area of the State; and\n- (b) needs to drive a class HC motor vehicle for the person’s employment; and\n- (c) can not obtain a class MR Queensland driver licence because the person does not have access to a class MR motor vehicle to learn to drive a motor vehicle of that class.\n- (a) needs to drive a class HC motor vehicle in the course of the person’s current employment; or\n- (b) has received an offer of employment that requires the person to drive a class HC motor vehicle in the course of the employment.","sortOrder":157},{"sectionNumber":"sec.133","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications claiming special need","content":"### sec.133 Applications claiming special need\n\nA person claiming a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence may apply to the chief executive.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe application must be accompanied by—\na signed statement supporting the application from—\nif the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (a) —the applicant’s employer; or\nif the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (b) —the person who made the offer of employment to the applicant (the prospective employer ); and\ndocumentary evidence of the applicant’s residential address.\ncouncil rates notice, electricity account statement or tenancy agreement\nThe signed statement from the employer or prospective employer under subsection (2) (a) must include a declaration that the employer or prospective employer does not have access to a class MR motor vehicle for the applicant to drive at the applicant’s place of employment.\n(sec.133-ssec.1) A person claiming a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence may apply to the chief executive. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.133-ssec.2) The application must be accompanied by— a signed statement supporting the application from— if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (a) —the applicant’s employer; or if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (b) —the person who made the offer of employment to the applicant (the prospective employer ); and documentary evidence of the applicant’s residential address. council rates notice, electricity account statement or tenancy agreement\n(sec.133-ssec.3) The signed statement from the employer or prospective employer under subsection (2) (a) must include a declaration that the employer or prospective employer does not have access to a class MR motor vehicle for the applicant to drive at the applicant’s place of employment.\n- (a) a signed statement supporting the application from— (i) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (a) —the applicant’s employer; or (ii) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (b) —the person who made the offer of employment to the applicant (the prospective employer ); and\n- (i) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (a) —the applicant’s employer; or\n- (ii) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (b) —the person who made the offer of employment to the applicant (the prospective employer ); and\n- (b) documentary evidence of the applicant’s residential address. Examples of documentary evidence— council rates notice, electricity account statement or tenancy agreement\n- (i) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (a) —the applicant’s employer; or\n- (ii) if the application is in relation to a matter mentioned in section 132 (2) (b) —the person who made the offer of employment to the applicant (the prospective employer ); and","sortOrder":158},{"sectionNumber":"sec.134","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.134 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\nIn deciding the application, the chief executive must consider—\nwhether the applicant has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and\nthe applicant’s traffic history.\nThe chief executive must not approve the application unless the applicant holds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.134-ssec.1) The chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\n(sec.134-ssec.2) In deciding the application, the chief executive must consider— whether the applicant has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.134-ssec.3) The chief executive must not approve the application unless the applicant holds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\n(sec.134-ssec.4) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) whether the applicant has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the applicant’s traffic history.","sortOrder":159},{"sectionNumber":"sec.135","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications","content":"### sec.135 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision.\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.135-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant written notice of the decision.\n(sec.135-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.","sortOrder":160},{"sectionNumber":"sec.136","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility for class HC learner licences","content":"### sec.136 Eligibility for class HC learner licences\n\nThis section applies to a person if—\nthe chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person applies for a class HC learner licence.\nThe person is eligible for the class HC learner licence if the person holds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\n(sec.136-ssec.1) This section applies to a person if— the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and the person applies for a class HC learner licence.\n(sec.136-ssec.2) The person is eligible for the class HC learner licence if the person holds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\n- (a) the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person applies for a class HC learner licence.","sortOrder":161},{"sectionNumber":"sec.137","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility for class HC provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences","content":"### sec.137 Eligibility for class HC provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences\n\nThis section applies to a person if—\nthe chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person applies for a class HC provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the new licence ).\nThe person is eligible for the new licence if the person—\nholds a class HC learner licence; and\nholds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ); and\nhas held the current licence, and any other class C, or class LR, provisional licences, probationary licences or O type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the new licence; and\npasses each road rules test for the new licence; and\npasses a practical driving test in a class HC motor vehicle.\nHowever—\nsubsection (2) (d) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the new licence under section 182 ; and\nsubsection (2) (e) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the new licence under section 184 or 185 .\nIf the person is eligible for the new licence, the person is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence that is the same category and type as the current licence.\nIn subsection (2) (c) —\na reference to a class C or class LR provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C or class LR provisional licence; and\na reference to a class C or class LR probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C or class LR probationary licence.\n(sec.137-ssec.1) This section applies to a person if— the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and the person applies for a class HC provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the new licence ).\n(sec.137-ssec.2) The person is eligible for the new licence if the person— holds a class HC learner licence; and holds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ); and has held the current licence, and any other class C, or class LR, provisional licences, probationary licences or O type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the new licence; and passes each road rules test for the new licence; and passes a practical driving test in a class HC motor vehicle.\n(sec.137-ssec.3) However— subsection (2) (d) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the new licence under section 182 ; and subsection (2) (e) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the new licence under section 184 or 185 .\n(sec.137-ssec.4) If the person is eligible for the new licence, the person is eligible for a class HC Queensland driver licence that is the same category and type as the current licence.\n(sec.137-ssec.5) In subsection (2) (c) — a reference to a class C or class LR provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C or class LR provisional licence; and a reference to a class C or class LR probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C or class LR probationary licence.\n- (a) the chief executive has approved, under section 134 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person applies for a class HC provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the new licence ).\n- (a) holds a class HC learner licence; and\n- (b) holds a class C, or class LR, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ); and\n- (c) has held the current licence, and any other class C, or class LR, provisional licences, probationary licences or O type licences, for a total period of at least 1 year within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the new licence; and\n- (d) passes each road rules test for the new licence; and\n- (e) passes a practical driving test in a class HC motor vehicle.\n- (a) subsection (2) (d) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the new licence under section 182 ; and\n- (b) subsection (2) (e) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a practical driving test for the new licence under section 184 or 185 .\n- (a) a reference to a class C or class LR provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C or class LR provisional licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a class C or class LR probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C or class LR probationary licence.","sortOrder":162},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.5-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons who have special need for class RE or class R Queensland driver licences","content":"## Persons who have special need for class RE or class R Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":163},{"sectionNumber":"sec.138","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of division","content":"### sec.138 Purpose of division\n\nThis division—\nenables a person claiming a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence to make an application to the chief executive; and\nstates when a person in relation to whom an application is approved is eligible for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) enables a person claiming a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence to make an application to the chief executive; and\n- (b) states when a person in relation to whom an application is approved is eligible for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":164},{"sectionNumber":"sec.139","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.139 Application of division\n\nThis division does not apply in relation to a person who is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a relevant order.","sortOrder":165},{"sectionNumber":"sec.140","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to P1 type licence, P2 type licence and P type licence","content":"### sec.140 References to P1 type licence, P2 type licence and P type licence\n\nIn this division—\na reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and\na reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and\na reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\nAlso, if the reference is to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of a stated class, the reference includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of the stated class.\n(sec.140-ssec.1) In this division— a reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and a reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and a reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\n(sec.140-ssec.2) Also, if the reference is to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of a stated class, the reference includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence of the stated class.\n- (a) a reference to a P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence; and\n- (b) a reference to a P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence; and\n- (c) a reference to a P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.","sortOrder":166},{"sectionNumber":"sec.141","sectionType":"section","heading":"Special need for class RE or class R Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.141 Special need for class RE or class R Queensland driver licences\n\nA person has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence if, because of a permanent physical incapacity, the only type of motorbike the person is able to ride is either or both of the following—\na 2-wheeled motorbike with a sidecar attached to it;\na 3-wheeled motorbike.\nA 2-wheeled motorbike, or a 3-wheeled motorbike, may be a class RE motorbike or a class R motorbike.\n- (a) a 2-wheeled motorbike with a sidecar attached to it;\n- (b) a 3-wheeled motorbike.","sortOrder":167},{"sectionNumber":"sec.142","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications claiming special need","content":"### sec.142 Applications claiming special need\n\nA person claiming a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence may apply to the chief executive.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe application must relate to either a class RE Queensland driver licence or a class R Queensland driver licence.\nThe application must be accompanied by a signed statement from a doctor stating why the person has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.142-ssec.1) A person claiming a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence may apply to the chief executive. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.142-ssec.2) The application must relate to either a class RE Queensland driver licence or a class R Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.142-ssec.3) The application must be accompanied by a signed statement from a doctor stating why the person has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":168},{"sectionNumber":"sec.143","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.143 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\nThe chief executive may approve the application only if satisfied—\nthe applicant has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence; and\nfor an application that relates to a class R Queensland driver licence—\nthe applicant holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the applicant makes the application, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; or\nthe applicant is unable to ride a class RE motorbike because of the applicant’s permanent physical incapacity.\nIn deciding the application, the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.143-ssec.1) The chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\n(sec.143-ssec.2) The chief executive may approve the application only if satisfied— the applicant has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence; and for an application that relates to a class R Queensland driver licence— the applicant holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the applicant makes the application, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; or the applicant is unable to ride a class RE motorbike because of the applicant’s permanent physical incapacity.\n(sec.143-ssec.3) In deciding the application, the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.143-ssec.4) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) the applicant has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) for an application that relates to a class R Queensland driver licence— (i) the applicant holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the applicant makes the application, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; or (ii) the applicant is unable to ride a class RE motorbike because of the applicant’s permanent physical incapacity.\n- (i) the applicant holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the applicant makes the application, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; or\n- (ii) the applicant is unable to ride a class RE motorbike because of the applicant’s permanent physical incapacity.\n- (i) the applicant holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the applicant makes the application, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence; or\n- (ii) the applicant is unable to ride a class RE motorbike because of the applicant’s permanent physical incapacity.","sortOrder":169},{"sectionNumber":"sec.144","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications","content":"### sec.144 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant—\nwritten notice of the decision; and\nif the application relates to a class R Queensland driver licence—a certificate in the approved form that states the applicant is authorised to learn to ride a class R motorbike under a class RE learner licence, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\nSee also section 18 .\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.144-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant— written notice of the decision; and if the application relates to a class R Queensland driver licence—a certificate in the approved form that states the applicant is authorised to learn to ride a class R motorbike under a class RE learner licence, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence. See also section 18 .\n(sec.144-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n- (a) written notice of the decision; and\n- (b) if the application relates to a class R Queensland driver licence—a certificate in the approved form that states the applicant is authorised to learn to ride a class R motorbike under a class RE learner licence, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.","sortOrder":170},{"sectionNumber":"sec.145","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility for class RE learner licences","content":"### sec.145 Eligibility for class RE learner licences\n\nThis section applies to a person if—\nthe chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person applies for a class RE learner licence.\nThe person is eligible for the class RE learner licence if the person—\nis at least 16 years and 9 months; and\npasses each road rules test for the licence; and\nholds a competency declaration (learner).\nHowever—\nsubsection (2) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class RE learner licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\nsubsection (2) (c) does not apply if the person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence under section 188 .\n(sec.145-ssec.1) This section applies to a person if— the chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence; and the person applies for a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.145-ssec.2) The person is eligible for the class RE learner licence if the person— is at least 16 years and 9 months; and passes each road rules test for the licence; and holds a competency declaration (learner).\n(sec.145-ssec.3) However— subsection (2) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class RE learner licence under section 182 or 183 ; and subsection (2) (c) does not apply if the person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence under section 188 .\n- (a) the chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person applies for a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) is at least 16 years and 9 months; and\n- (b) passes each road rules test for the licence; and\n- (c) holds a competency declaration (learner).\n- (a) subsection (2) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the class RE learner licence under section 182 or 183 ; and\n- (b) subsection (2) (c) does not apply if the person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence under section 188 .","sortOrder":171},{"sectionNumber":"sec.146","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of subdivision","content":"### sec.146 Application of subdivision\n\nThis subdivision applies to a person if—\nthe chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class RE Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person applies for—\na class RE P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\na class RE P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\na class RE P probationary licence; or\na class RE open licence; and\nthe person has not already been granted a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under this subdivision.\n- (a) the chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class RE Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person applies for— (i) a class RE P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or (ii) a class RE P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or (iii) a class RE P probationary licence; or (iv) a class RE open licence; and\n- (i) a class RE P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\n- (ii) a class RE P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\n- (iii) a class RE P probationary licence; or\n- (iv) a class RE open licence; and\n- (c) the person has not already been granted a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under this subdivision.\n- (i) a class RE P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\n- (ii) a class RE P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\n- (iii) a class RE P probationary licence; or\n- (iv) a class RE open licence; and","sortOrder":172},{"sectionNumber":"sec.147","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.147 Eligibility requirements\n\nThe person is eligible for the class RE Queensland driver licence applied for if the person—\nis at least the minimum age stated for the licence in section 148 ; and\nsatisfies, under this subdivision, the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold for the licence under section 155 .\n- (a) is at least the minimum age stated for the licence in section 148 ; and\n- (b) satisfies, under this subdivision, the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (c) passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold for the licence under section 155 .","sortOrder":173},{"sectionNumber":"sec.148","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum ages","content":"### sec.148 Minimum ages\n\nFor section 147 (a) , the minimum age for—\na class RE P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\na class RE P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence is 18 years; and\na class RE open licence is 20 years.\n- (a) a class RE P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\n- (b) a class RE P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence is 18 years; and\n- (c) a class RE open licence is 20 years.","sortOrder":174},{"sectionNumber":"sec.149","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P1 provisional licences","content":"### sec.149 Experience requirements for class RE P1 provisional licences\n\nFor section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P1 provisional licence if the person—\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nsatisfies any of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence;\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence;\nthe person is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\nHowever, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (1) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class RE P1 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn subsection (1) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.149-ssec.1) For section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P1 provisional licence if the person— holds a class RE learner licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and satisfies any of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; the person is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.149-ssec.2) However, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (1) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class RE P1 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.149-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) satisfies any of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; (ii) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; (iii) the person is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence;\n- (ii) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence;\n- (iii) the person is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence;\n- (ii) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence;\n- (iii) the person is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 provisional licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":175},{"sectionNumber":"sec.150","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P1 probationary licences","content":"### sec.150 Experience requirements for class RE P1 probationary licences\n\nFor section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P1 probationary licence if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nsatisfies any of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence;\nthe person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\nthe person—\nis under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and\nhas held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn subsection (1) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.150-ssec.1) For section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P1 probationary licence if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and holds a class RE learner licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and satisfies any of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence; the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; the person— is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.150-ssec.2) In subsection (1) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (d) satisfies any of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence; (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; (iii) the person— (A) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (iii) the person— (A) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and\n- (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (e) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (iii) the person— (A) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and\n- (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (A) is under 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P1 probationary licence; and\n- (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and","sortOrder":176},{"sectionNumber":"sec.151","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P2 provisional licences","content":"### sec.151 Experience requirements for class RE P2 provisional licences\n\nFor section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence if the person—\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nsatisfies any of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence;\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence;\nthe person is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\nHowever, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (1) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn subsection (1) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.151-ssec.1) For section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence if the person— holds a class RE learner licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and satisfies any of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; the person is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.151-ssec.2) However, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (1) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class RE P2 provisional licence under subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.151-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) satisfies any of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; (ii) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; (iii) the person is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence;\n- (ii) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence;\n- (iii) the person is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence;\n- (ii) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence;\n- (iii) the person is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 provisional licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":177},{"sectionNumber":"sec.152","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P2 probationary licences","content":"### sec.152 Experience requirements for class RE P2 probationary licences\n\nFor section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 probationary licence if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nsatisfies any of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence;\nthe person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\nthe person—\nis at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and\nhas held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn subsection (1) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.152-ssec.1) For section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P2 probationary licence if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and holds a class RE learner licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and satisfies any of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; the person— is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.152-ssec.2) In subsection (1) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (d) satisfies any of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; (iii) the person— (A) is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (iii) the person— (A) is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and\n- (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (e) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (iii) the person— (A) is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and\n- (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended;\n- (A) is at least 25 years when the person applies for the class RE P2 probationary licence; and\n- (B) has held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and","sortOrder":178},{"sectionNumber":"sec.153","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE P probationary licences","content":"### sec.153 Experience requirements for class RE P probationary licences\n\nFor section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P probationary licence if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nsatisfies either of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence;\nthe person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn subsection (1) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.153-ssec.1) For section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE P probationary licence if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and holds a class RE learner licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and satisfies either of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.153-ssec.2) In subsection (1) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (d) satisfies either of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (e) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and","sortOrder":179},{"sectionNumber":"sec.154","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class RE open licences","content":"### sec.154 Experience requirements for class RE open licences\n\nFor section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE open licence if the person—\nholds a class RE learner licence; and\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\neither—\nholds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\nHowever, if the person does not hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence, the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class RE open licence under subsection (1) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nIn subsection (1) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.154-ssec.1) For section 147 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class RE open licence if the person— holds a class RE learner licence; and has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and either— holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n(sec.154-ssec.2) However, if the person does not hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence, the person does not satisfy the experience requirements for a class RE open licence under subsection (1) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.154-ssec.3) In subsection (1) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) holds a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) either— (i) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n- (i) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or\n- (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or\n- (ii) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":180},{"sectionNumber":"sec.155","sectionType":"section","heading":"Testing requirements for class RE Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.155 Testing requirements for class RE Queensland driver licences\n\nFor section 147 (c) , the person must—\npass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—\nhold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\npass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\nThe hazard perception test must be taken—\nbefore the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or\nif the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class RE Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\nSubsection (1) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n(sec.155-ssec.1) For section 147 (c) , the person must— pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n(sec.155-ssec.2) The hazard perception test must be taken— before the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or if the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class RE Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n(sec.155-ssec.3) Subsection (1) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n- (a) pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and\n- (b) if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; and\n- (c) if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class RE motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class RE motorbike.\n- (a) before the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or\n- (b) if the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class RE Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.","sortOrder":181},{"sectionNumber":"sec.156","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of subdivision","content":"### sec.156 Application of subdivision\n\nThis subdivision applies to a person if—\nthe chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class R Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person applies for—\na class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\na class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\na class R P probationary licence; or\na class R open licence; and\nthe person has not already been granted a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under this subdivision.\n- (a) the chief executive has approved, under section 143 , an application claiming the person has a special need for a class R Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person applies for— (i) a class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or (ii) a class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or (iii) a class R P probationary licence; or (iv) a class R open licence; and\n- (i) a class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\n- (ii) a class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\n- (iii) a class R P probationary licence; or\n- (iv) a class R open licence; and\n- (c) the person has not already been granted a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (b) on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under this subdivision.\n- (i) a class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\n- (ii) a class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\n- (iii) a class R P probationary licence; or\n- (iv) a class R open licence; and","sortOrder":182},{"sectionNumber":"sec.157","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility requirements","content":"### sec.157 Eligibility requirements\n\nThe person is eligible for the class R Queensland driver licence applied for if the person—\nis at least the minimum age stated for the licence in section 158 ; and\nsatisfies, under this subdivision, the experience requirements for the licence; and\npasses each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold for the licence under this subdivision.\n- (a) is at least the minimum age stated for the licence in section 158 ; and\n- (b) satisfies, under this subdivision, the experience requirements for the licence; and\n- (c) passes each test and holds each competency declaration the person is required to pass or hold for the licence under this subdivision.","sortOrder":183},{"sectionNumber":"sec.158","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minimum ages","content":"### sec.158 Minimum ages\n\nFor section 157 (a) , the minimum age for—\na class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\na class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence is 18 years; and\na class R open licence is 20 years.\n- (a) a class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence is 17 years; and\n- (b) a class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence is 18 years; and\n- (c) a class R open licence is 20 years.","sortOrder":184},{"sectionNumber":"sec.159","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P1 provisional licences","content":"### sec.159 Experience requirements for class R P1 provisional licences\n\nFor section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P1 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (4) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —\nhold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence.\nHowever, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (2) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 provisional licence.\nIn subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.159-ssec.1) For section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P1 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (4) .\n(sec.159-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) — hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.159-ssec.3) However, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (2) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.159-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.159-ssec.5) In subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) — (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; and\n- (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; and\n- (d) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; and\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":185},{"sectionNumber":"sec.160","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P1 probationary licences","content":"### sec.160 Experience requirements for class R P1 probationary licences\n\nFor section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P1 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhave been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —satisfy either of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence;\nthe person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —\nbe under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence; and\nhave held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhave not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence.\nIn subsection (2) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.160-ssec.1) For section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P1 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\n(sec.160-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —satisfy either of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence; the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) — be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence; and have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.160-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P1 probationary licence.\n(sec.160-ssec.4) In subsection (2) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (d) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —satisfy either of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence; (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (e) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) — (i) be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence; and (ii) have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence; and\n- (ii) have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (f) have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) be under 25 years when the person applies for the class R P1 probationary licence; and\n- (ii) have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and","sortOrder":186},{"sectionNumber":"sec.161","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P2 provisional licences","content":"### sec.161 Experience requirements for class R P2 provisional licences\n\nFor section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (4) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —\nhold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; or\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence.\nHowever, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (2) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P2 provisional licence.\nIn subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.161-ssec.1) For section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 provisional licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (4) .\n(sec.161-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) — hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; or have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.161-ssec.3) However, if the person does not hold a driver licence mentioned in subsection (2) (c) (i) , the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.161-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.161-ssec.5) In subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) — (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; or (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; and\n- (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; and\n- (d) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 provisional licence; or\n- (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 provisional licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; and\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has held, at some time, a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":187},{"sectionNumber":"sec.162","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P2 probationary licences","content":"### sec.162 Experience requirements for class R P2 probationary licences\n\nFor section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhave been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —satisfy either of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence;\nthe person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nif the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) —\nbe at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence; and\nhave held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhave not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P2 probationary licence.\nIn subsection (2) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.162-ssec.1) For section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P2 probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\n(sec.162-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —satisfy either of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) — be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence; and have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.162-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P2 probationary licence.\n(sec.162-ssec.4) In subsection (2) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (d) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (i) —satisfy either of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence; (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (e) if the person’s application claiming special need for a class R Queensland driver licence was approved because the chief executive was satisfied under section 143 (2) (b) (ii) — (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence; and (ii) have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence; and\n- (ii) have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (f) have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence; but\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) be at least 25 years when the person applies for the class R P2 probationary licence; and\n- (ii) have held, at some time, a provisional licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence, but not since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and","sortOrder":188},{"sectionNumber":"sec.163","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R P probationary licences","content":"### sec.163 Experience requirements for class R P probationary licences\n\nFor section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhave been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\nsatisfy either of the following—\nthe person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence;\nthe person—\nhas held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and\nhas not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhave not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P probationary licence.\nIn subsection (2) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.163-ssec.1) For section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R P probationary licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (3) .\n(sec.163-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and satisfy either of the following— the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; the person— has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.163-ssec.3) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE P probationary licence.\n(sec.163-ssec.4) In subsection (2) (c) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (d) satisfy either of the following— (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence; (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (e) have not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P probationary licence;\n- (ii) the person— (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (A) has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R P probationary licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P type licence or O type licence; and\n- (B) has not held a provisional licence, a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence or an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and","sortOrder":189},{"sectionNumber":"sec.164","sectionType":"section","heading":"Experience requirements for class R open licences","content":"### sec.164 Experience requirements for class R open licences\n\nFor section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R open licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (4) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhold a class RE learner licence; and\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least—\nif the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\notherwise—1 year; and\neither—\nhold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or\nhave held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\nHowever, if the person does not hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person—\nhas been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nhas not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\nhas not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\nAlternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE O type licence.\nIn subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n(sec.164-ssec.1) For section 157 (b) , the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class R open licence if the person satisfies subsection (2) or (4) .\n(sec.164-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— hold a class RE learner licence; and have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or otherwise—1 year; and either— hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n(sec.164-ssec.3) However, if the person does not hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence, the person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the person— has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.\n(sec.164-ssec.4) Alternatively for subsection (1) , the person must hold a class RE O type licence.\n(sec.164-ssec.5) In subsection (2) (b) , a reference to a class RE learner licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (a) hold a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class RE learner licence for a period of at least— (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (c) either— (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n- (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or\n- (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a competency declaration (learner)—90 days; or\n- (ii) otherwise—1 year; and\n- (i) hold a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence; or\n- (ii) have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R open licence, a class C, or heavy vehicle class, O type licence.\n- (a) has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (b) has not held an O type licence since the person’s period of disqualification ended; and\n- (c) has not held a probationary licence, or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence, for a total period of at least 1 year since the person’s period of disqualification ended.","sortOrder":190},{"sectionNumber":"sec.165","sectionType":"section","heading":"Testing requirements for class R Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.165 Testing requirements for class R Queensland driver licences\n\nFor section 157 (c) , the person must—\nif the person holds a class RE learner licence—pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; and\nif the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—\nhold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\npass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\nThe hazard perception test must be taken—\nbefore the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or\nif the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class R Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\nSubsection (1) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n(sec.165-ssec.1) For section 157 (c) , the person must— if the person holds a class RE learner licence—pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; and if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n(sec.165-ssec.2) The hazard perception test must be taken— before the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or if the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class R Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.\n(sec.165-ssec.3) Subsection (1) (b) and (c) applies subject to sections 184 , 185 and 189 .\n- (a) if the person holds a class RE learner licence—pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike; and\n- (b) if the person’s principal place of residence is within a 100km radius of a Q-Ride training area—hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; and\n- (c) if the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area— (i) hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a class R motorbike; or\n- (ii) pass a practical driving test on a class R motorbike.\n- (a) before the person takes a practical driving test or obtains a competency declaration; or\n- (b) if the person is not required to take a practical driving test or obtain a competency declaration for the class R Queensland driver licence—before the person applies for the licence.","sortOrder":191},{"sectionNumber":"sec.166","sectionType":"section","heading":"Additional testing requirements for foreign driver licence holders","content":"### sec.166 Additional testing requirements for foreign driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence.\nFor section 157 (c) , the person must pass each road rules test for the class R Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\ns 166 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 13\n(sec.166-ssec.1) This section applies if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class R Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence, issued under the law of an unrecognised country, that corresponds to a class RE Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.166-ssec.2) For section 157 (c) , the person must pass each road rules test for the class R Queensland driver licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .","sortOrder":192},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.5-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Applying for Queensland driver licences as returning drivers","content":"## Applying for Queensland driver licences as returning drivers","sortOrder":193},{"sectionNumber":"sec.167","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons apply for Queensland driver licences as returning drivers","content":"### sec.167 When persons apply for Queensland driver licences as returning drivers\n\nFor this regulation, a person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver if—\nthe application for the Queensland driver licence states the person is applying for the licence as a returning driver; and\nthe person held a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence that stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made (the old licence ); and\nfor a person whose old licence stopped being valid because it was suspended—the old licence was not valid at any time in the period of 5 years before the application is made; and\nthe Queensland driver licence being applied for is of the same class as, or a lower class than, the old licence.\nAlso, a person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver if—\nthe application for the Queensland driver licence states the person is applying for the licence as a returning driver; and\nthe person held a non-Queensland driver licence (also the old licence ) that—\ncorresponds to a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\nstopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made; and\nfor a person whose old licence stopped being valid because it was suspended—the old licence was not valid at any time in the period of 5 years before the application is made; and\nthe Queensland driver licence—\nis of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence; or\nis of a class that is lower than the class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence.\n(sec.167-ssec.1) For this regulation, a person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver if— the application for the Queensland driver licence states the person is applying for the licence as a returning driver; and the person held a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence that stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made (the old licence ); and for a person whose old licence stopped being valid because it was suspended—the old licence was not valid at any time in the period of 5 years before the application is made; and the Queensland driver licence being applied for is of the same class as, or a lower class than, the old licence.\n(sec.167-ssec.2) Also, a person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver if— the application for the Queensland driver licence states the person is applying for the licence as a returning driver; and the person held a non-Queensland driver licence (also the old licence ) that— corresponds to a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made; and for a person whose old licence stopped being valid because it was suspended—the old licence was not valid at any time in the period of 5 years before the application is made; and the Queensland driver licence— is of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence; or is of a class that is lower than the class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence.\n- (a) the application for the Queensland driver licence states the person is applying for the licence as a returning driver; and\n- (b) the person held a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence that stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made (the old licence ); and\n- (c) for a person whose old licence stopped being valid because it was suspended—the old licence was not valid at any time in the period of 5 years before the application is made; and\n- (d) the Queensland driver licence being applied for is of the same class as, or a lower class than, the old licence.\n- (a) the application for the Queensland driver licence states the person is applying for the licence as a returning driver; and\n- (b) the person held a non-Queensland driver licence (also the old licence ) that— (i) corresponds to a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and (ii) stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made; and\n- (i) corresponds to a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (ii) stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made; and\n- (c) for a person whose old licence stopped being valid because it was suspended—the old licence was not valid at any time in the period of 5 years before the application is made; and\n- (d) the Queensland driver licence— (i) is of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence; or (ii) is of a class that is lower than the class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence.\n- (i) is of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence; or\n- (ii) is of a class that is lower than the class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence.\n- (i) corresponds to a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (ii) stopped being valid more than 5 years before the application is made; and\n- (i) is of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence; or\n- (ii) is of a class that is lower than the class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the old licence.","sortOrder":194},{"sectionNumber":"sec.168","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definition for division","content":"### sec.168 Definition for division\n\nIn this division—\nmotor vehicle of the relevant class , in relation to a person who applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver, means a motor vehicle of the class that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\nIf a person applies for a class LR Queensland driver licence as a returning driver, a class LR motor vehicle is a motor vehicle of the relevant class.","sortOrder":195},{"sectionNumber":"sec.169","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications by persons who do not hold driver licences or hold interstate licences that correspond to class RE learner licence","content":"### sec.169 Applications by persons who do not hold driver licences or hold interstate licences that correspond to class RE learner licence\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who—\napplies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and\neither—\ndoes not hold a driver licence; or\nholds an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence and does not hold another interstate licence.\nThe person is eligible for a class C learner licence with the code RD stated on the licence if the person satisfies subsection (3) .\nFor subsection (2) , the person must pass each road rules test for the class C learner licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\nIf the chief executive grants the class C learner licence mentioned in subsection (2) , the chief executive must give the person a certificate stating the person may learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class (a returning driver certificate ).\nSee also section 17 .\n(sec.169-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who— applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and either— does not hold a driver licence; or holds an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence and does not hold another interstate licence.\n(sec.169-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a class C learner licence with the code RD stated on the licence if the person satisfies subsection (3) .\n(sec.169-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , the person must pass each road rules test for the class C learner licence, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\n(sec.169-ssec.4) If the chief executive grants the class C learner licence mentioned in subsection (2) , the chief executive must give the person a certificate stating the person may learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class (a returning driver certificate ). See also section 17 .\n- (a) applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and\n- (b) either— (i) does not hold a driver licence; or (ii) holds an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence and does not hold another interstate licence.\n- (i) does not hold a driver licence; or\n- (ii) holds an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence and does not hold another interstate licence.\n- (i) does not hold a driver licence; or\n- (ii) holds an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence and does not hold another interstate licence.","sortOrder":196},{"sectionNumber":"sec.170","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications by persons who hold Queensland driver licences or interstate licences that do not authorise learning to drive motor vehicles of relevant class","content":"### sec.170 Applications by persons who hold Queensland driver licences or interstate licences that do not authorise learning to drive motor vehicles of relevant class\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person if—\nthe person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and\nthe person holds a Queensland driver licence or an interstate licence, other than an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\nthe Queensland driver licence or interstate licence does not authorise the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\nIf the person satisfies subsection (3) , the person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence that—\nhas the code RD stated on the licence; and\neither—\nif the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same class, category and type as the licence the person holds; or\nif the person holds an interstate licence—is of a class, category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\nFor subsection (2) , the person must pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence applied for, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\nSubsections (5) and (6) apply if the chief executive grants to the person the Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for under subsection (2) (the new licence ).\nThe chief executive must give the person a certificate stating the person may learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class (a returning driver certificate ).\nSee also section 17 .\nIf the person currently holds a Queensland driver licence (the current licence )—\nthe chief executive must grant the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence; and\ndespite section 390 and schedule 7 , items 4 and 5, no fee is payable for the grant of the new licence.\nFor interstate licence holders, see also sections 394 , 394A and 394B .\ns 170 amd 2022 SL No. 73 s 8\n(sec.170-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person if— the person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and the person holds a Queensland driver licence or an interstate licence, other than an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and the Queensland driver licence or interstate licence does not authorise the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\n(sec.170-ssec.2) If the person satisfies subsection (3) , the person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence that— has the code RD stated on the licence; and either— if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same class, category and type as the licence the person holds; or if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a class, category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n(sec.170-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , the person must pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence applied for, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\n(sec.170-ssec.4) Subsections (5) and (6) apply if the chief executive grants to the person the Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for under subsection (2) (the new licence ).\n(sec.170-ssec.5) The chief executive must give the person a certificate stating the person may learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class (a returning driver certificate ). See also section 17 .\n(sec.170-ssec.6) If the person currently holds a Queensland driver licence (the current licence )— the chief executive must grant the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence; and despite section 390 and schedule 7 , items 4 and 5, no fee is payable for the grant of the new licence. For interstate licence holders, see also sections 394 , 394A and 394B .\n- (a) the person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and\n- (b) the person holds a Queensland driver licence or an interstate licence, other than an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) the Queensland driver licence or interstate licence does not authorise the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\n- (a) has the code RD stated on the licence; and\n- (b) either— (i) if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same class, category and type as the licence the person holds; or (ii) if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a class, category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same class, category and type as the licence the person holds; or\n- (ii) if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a class, category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same class, category and type as the licence the person holds; or\n- (ii) if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a class, category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n- (a) the chief executive must grant the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence; and\n- (b) despite section 390 and schedule 7 , items 4 and 5, no fee is payable for the grant of the new licence.","sortOrder":197},{"sectionNumber":"sec.171","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications by persons who hold Queensland driver licences or interstate licences that authorise learning to drive motor vehicles of relevant class","content":"### sec.171 Applications by persons who hold Queensland driver licences or interstate licences that authorise learning to drive motor vehicles of relevant class\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person if—\nthe person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and\nthe person holds a Queensland driver licence or an interstate licence, other than an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\nthe Queensland driver licence or interstate licence authorises the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class; and\nthe person satisfies the requirements stated in section 172 .\nSubsections (3) to (5) apply if the person holds a learner licence, or an interstate licence that corresponds to a learner licence, and does not hold a provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence.\nThe person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence that—\nis of the same class as the Queensland driver licence applied for; and\neither—\nif the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a Queensland driver licence—is the same category and type as the most recently held licence; or\nif the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a non-Queensland driver licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the most recently held licence.\nSubsection (5) applies if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence.\nDespite subsection (3) (b) —\nthe only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\nif the most recently held driver licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\nSubsection (7) applies if the person holds—\na provisional licence or an interstate licence that corresponds to a provisional licence; or\na probationary licence or an interstate licence that corresponds to a probationary licence; or\nan O type licence.\nThe person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence that—\nis of the same class as the Queensland driver licence applied for; and\neither—\nif the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same category and type as the licence the person holds; or\nif the person holds an interstate licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\nIn subsections (2) , (3) and (4) —\nprobationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence.\nprovisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence.\n(sec.171-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person if— the person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and the person holds a Queensland driver licence or an interstate licence, other than an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and the Queensland driver licence or interstate licence authorises the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class; and the person satisfies the requirements stated in section 172 .\n(sec.171-ssec.2) Subsections (3) to (5) apply if the person holds a learner licence, or an interstate licence that corresponds to a learner licence, and does not hold a provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence.\n(sec.171-ssec.3) The person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence that— is of the same class as the Queensland driver licence applied for; and either— if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a Queensland driver licence—is the same category and type as the most recently held licence; or if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a non-Queensland driver licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the most recently held licence.\n(sec.171-ssec.4) Subsection (5) applies if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence.\n(sec.171-ssec.5) Despite subsection (3) (b) — the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and if the most recently held driver licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n(sec.171-ssec.6) Subsection (7) applies if the person holds— a provisional licence or an interstate licence that corresponds to a provisional licence; or a probationary licence or an interstate licence that corresponds to a probationary licence; or an O type licence.\n(sec.171-ssec.7) The person is eligible for a Queensland driver licence that— is of the same class as the Queensland driver licence applied for; and either— if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same category and type as the licence the person holds; or if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n(sec.171-ssec.8) In subsections (2) , (3) and (4) — probationary licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a probationary licence. provisional licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a provisional licence.\n- (a) the person applies for a Queensland driver licence as a returning driver; and\n- (b) the person holds a Queensland driver licence or an interstate licence, other than an interstate licence that corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (c) the Queensland driver licence or interstate licence authorises the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the relevant class; and\n- (d) the person satisfies the requirements stated in section 172 .\n- (a) is of the same class as the Queensland driver licence applied for; and\n- (b) either— (i) if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a Queensland driver licence—is the same category and type as the most recently held licence; or (ii) if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a non-Queensland driver licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the most recently held licence.\n- (i) if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a Queensland driver licence—is the same category and type as the most recently held licence; or\n- (ii) if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a non-Queensland driver licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the most recently held licence.\n- (i) if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a Queensland driver licence—is the same category and type as the most recently held licence; or\n- (ii) if the most recent provisional licence, probationary licence or O type licence held by the person was a non-Queensland driver licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the most recently held licence.\n- (a) the only category of Queensland driver licence the person is eligible for is a probationary licence; and\n- (b) if the most recently held driver licence was an O type licence—the person is eligible for a P probationary licence only.\n- (a) a provisional licence or an interstate licence that corresponds to a provisional licence; or\n- (b) a probationary licence or an interstate licence that corresponds to a probationary licence; or\n- (c) an O type licence.\n- (a) is of the same class as the Queensland driver licence applied for; and\n- (b) either— (i) if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same category and type as the licence the person holds; or (ii) if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same category and type as the licence the person holds; or\n- (ii) if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.\n- (i) if the person holds a Queensland driver licence— is the same category and type as the licence the person holds; or\n- (ii) if the person holds an interstate licence—is of a category and type that corresponds to the interstate licence.","sortOrder":198},{"sectionNumber":"sec.172","sectionType":"section","heading":"Requirements for Queensland driver licences under s 171","content":"### sec.172 Requirements for Queensland driver licences under s 171\n\nFor section 171 (1) (d) , the person must satisfy the requirements stated in subsections (2) and (3) .\nFor subsection (1) , the person must pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence applied for, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\nAlso for subsection (1) , the person must—\nif the application is for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or\nif the application is for a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with section 58 (2) ; or\nif the application is for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence—\nhold a competency declaration for a motorbike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or\nfor a person whose principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—pass a practical driving test on a motor bike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\nSubsection (3) applies subject to sections 185 and 187 .\n(sec.172-ssec.1) For section 171 (1) (d) , the person must satisfy the requirements stated in subsections (2) and (3) .\n(sec.172-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must pass each road rules test for the Queensland driver licence applied for, unless the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the licence under section 182 or 183 .\n(sec.172-ssec.3) Also for subsection (1) , the person must— if the application is for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or if the application is for a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with section 58 (2) ; or if the application is for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence— hold a competency declaration for a motorbike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or for a person whose principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—pass a practical driving test on a motor bike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\n(sec.172-ssec.4) Subsection (3) applies subject to sections 185 and 187 .\n- (a) if the application is for a class C, LR, MR, HR or HC Queensland driver licence—pass a practical driving test in a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or\n- (b) if the application is for a class MC Queensland driver licence—comply with section 58 (2) ; or\n- (c) if the application is for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence— (i) hold a competency declaration for a motorbike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or (ii) for a person whose principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—pass a practical driving test on a motor bike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a motorbike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or\n- (ii) for a person whose principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—pass a practical driving test on a motor bike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class.\n- (i) hold a competency declaration for a motorbike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class; or\n- (ii) for a person whose principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area—pass a practical driving test on a motor bike that is a motor vehicle of the relevant class.","sortOrder":199},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.5-div.5","sectionType":"division","heading":"Eligibility of non-Queensland driver licence holders for learner licences","content":"## Eligibility of non-Queensland driver licence holders for learner licences","sortOrder":200},{"sectionNumber":"sec.173","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility for learner licences because of non-Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.173 Eligibility for learner licences because of non-Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies to a person who holds or has held, within the last 5 years, a non-Queensland driver licence, other than a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a learner licence.\nThe person is eligible for a learner licence of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the non-Queensland driver licence if—\nthe person is—\nfor a class C learner licence—at least 16 years; or\nfor another class of learner licence—at least 17 years; and\nthe person passes each road rules test for the learner licence.\nSubsection (2) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the learner licence under section 182 or 183 .\nThe following sections do not apply in relation to the grant of the learner licence—\nfor a class C learner licence— section 23 ;\nfor a class RE learner licence— section 87 .\n(sec.173-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who holds or has held, within the last 5 years, a non-Queensland driver licence, other than a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a learner licence.\n(sec.173-ssec.2) The person is eligible for a learner licence of a class that corresponds to the class or kind (however described) of the non-Queensland driver licence if— the person is— for a class C learner licence—at least 16 years; or for another class of learner licence—at least 17 years; and the person passes each road rules test for the learner licence.\n(sec.173-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (b) does not apply if the person is not required to pass a road rules test for the learner licence under section 182 or 183 .\n(sec.173-ssec.4) The following sections do not apply in relation to the grant of the learner licence— for a class C learner licence— section 23 ; for a class RE learner licence— section 87 .\n- (a) the person is— (i) for a class C learner licence—at least 16 years; or (ii) for another class of learner licence—at least 17 years; and\n- (i) for a class C learner licence—at least 16 years; or\n- (ii) for another class of learner licence—at least 17 years; and\n- (b) the person passes each road rules test for the learner licence.\n- (i) for a class C learner licence—at least 16 years; or\n- (ii) for another class of learner licence—at least 17 years; and\n- (a) for a class C learner licence— section 23 ;\n- (b) for a class RE learner licence— section 87 .","sortOrder":201},{"sectionNumber":"sec.174","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority to learn to drive under learner licences","content":"### sec.174 Authority to learn to drive under learner licences\n\nThis section applies to a person who holds a learner licence granted to the person on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) .\nThe person is authorised under the learner licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the class that corresponds to the class of the learner licence and any lower class of motor vehicle.\nFor what is a lower class of motor vehicle, see section 9 .\nHowever, if the learner licence is a class C learner licence, the person is not authorised under the licence to learn to drive a specially constructed vehicle.\nAlso, this section does not authorise the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle under the learner licence if a relevant order is in effect for the person.\n(sec.174-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who holds a learner licence granted to the person on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) .\n(sec.174-ssec.2) The person is authorised under the learner licence to learn to drive a motor vehicle of the class that corresponds to the class of the learner licence and any lower class of motor vehicle. For what is a lower class of motor vehicle, see section 9 .\n(sec.174-ssec.3) However, if the learner licence is a class C learner licence, the person is not authorised under the licence to learn to drive a specially constructed vehicle.\n(sec.174-ssec.4) Also, this section does not authorise the person to learn to drive a motor vehicle under the learner licence if a relevant order is in effect for the person.","sortOrder":202},{"sectionNumber":"sec.175","sectionType":"section","heading":"Requirements that do not apply for subsequent class C provisional licences and open licences","content":"### sec.175 Requirements that do not apply for subsequent class C provisional licences and open licences\n\nThis section applies to a person who—\nholds a class C learner licence granted to the person on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and\napplies for a class C provisional licence or open licence (the new licence ).\nSection 53 (3) (a) does not apply in relation to the application for the new licence.\nIf the person is a young driver to whom part 3 applies and the new licence is a class C P1 provisional licence—\ndespite section 66 , the person is not required to satisfy the logbook requirements to be eligible for the new licence; and\nsection 84 does not apply in relation to the application for the new licence.\n(sec.175-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who— holds a class C learner licence granted to the person on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and applies for a class C provisional licence or open licence (the new licence ).\n(sec.175-ssec.2) Section 53 (3) (a) does not apply in relation to the application for the new licence.\n(sec.175-ssec.3) If the person is a young driver to whom part 3 applies and the new licence is a class C P1 provisional licence— despite section 66 , the person is not required to satisfy the logbook requirements to be eligible for the new licence; and section 84 does not apply in relation to the application for the new licence.\n- (a) holds a class C learner licence granted to the person on the basis that the person was eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and\n- (b) applies for a class C provisional licence or open licence (the new licence ).\n- (a) despite section 66 , the person is not required to satisfy the logbook requirements to be eligible for the new licence; and\n- (b) section 84 does not apply in relation to the application for the new licence.","sortOrder":203},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.6","sectionType":"part","heading":"General eligibility requirements for all Queensland driver licences and related offences","content":"# General eligibility requirements for all Queensland driver licences and related offences","sortOrder":204},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.6-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Jet’s law: eligibility for Queensland driver licences and reporting of particular medical conditions","content":"## Jet’s law: eligibility for Queensland driver licences and reporting of particular medical conditions","sortOrder":205},{"sectionNumber":"sec.176","sectionType":"section","heading":"Eligibility if mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely","content":"### sec.176 Eligibility if mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely\n\nA person is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence if the chief executive reasonably believes the person has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\nHowever, subsection (1) does not apply if the chief executive reasonably believes that, by stating a condition on the Queensland driver licence, the person’s incapacity is not likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\nA person with unstable night time vision has a valid medical certificate from a doctor stating the person can drive safely only during daylight. The chief executive may reasonably believe that by imposing an M condition, the person’s incapacity is not likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\nFor this section, the chief executive may require the person to give the chief executive a valid medical certificate from a stated type of health professional—\nstating the person does not have a mental or physical incapacity likely to affect the person’s ability to drive safely; or\ngiving information about the person’s mental or physical incapacity that may allow the chief executive to form a belief as mentioned in subsection (2) .\n(sec.176-ssec.1) A person is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence if the chief executive reasonably believes the person has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.176-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply if the chief executive reasonably believes that, by stating a condition on the Queensland driver licence, the person’s incapacity is not likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely. A person with unstable night time vision has a valid medical certificate from a doctor stating the person can drive safely only during daylight. The chief executive may reasonably believe that by imposing an M condition, the person’s incapacity is not likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.176-ssec.3) For this section, the chief executive may require the person to give the chief executive a valid medical certificate from a stated type of health professional— stating the person does not have a mental or physical incapacity likely to affect the person’s ability to drive safely; or giving information about the person’s mental or physical incapacity that may allow the chief executive to form a belief as mentioned in subsection (2) .\n- (a) stating the person does not have a mental or physical incapacity likely to affect the person’s ability to drive safely; or\n- (b) giving information about the person’s mental or physical incapacity that may allow the chief executive to form a belief as mentioned in subsection (2) .","sortOrder":206},{"sectionNumber":"sec.177","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applicants for grant or renewal of Queensland driver licences must give notice of mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely","content":"### sec.177 Applicants for grant or renewal of Queensland driver licences must give notice of mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely\n\nA person who applies for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence must, when making the application, give a notice to the chief executive about any mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\nIn a proceeding for an offence against subsection (1) , it is a defence for a person to prove the person was unaware, at the time of the offence, that—\nthe person had a mental or physical incapacity; or\nthe incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.177-ssec.1) A person who applies for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence must, when making the application, give a notice to the chief executive about any mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\n(sec.177-ssec.2) In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (1) , it is a defence for a person to prove the person was unaware, at the time of the offence, that— the person had a mental or physical incapacity; or the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the person had a mental or physical incapacity; or\n- (b) the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.","sortOrder":207},{"sectionNumber":"sec.178","sectionType":"section","heading":"Holders of Queensland driver licences must give notice of mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely","content":"### sec.178 Holders of Queensland driver licences must give notice of mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence who develops, after the grant or renewal of the licence, a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely must give a notice about the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder continues to drive under the licence.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\nSubsection (3) applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if—\nthe holder has an increase in, or other aggravation of, an existing permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity, including an incapacity that the holder has previously given notice of to the chief executive; and\nthe increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\nThe holder must give a notice about the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder continues to drive under the licence.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\nIn a proceeding for an offence against subsection (1) or (3) , it is a defence for a person to prove the person was unaware, at the time of the offence, that—\nthe person had a mental or physical incapacity; or\nthe incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\nIn a proceeding for an offence against subsection (3) , it is also a defence for a person to prove that the person was unaware, at the time of the offence, that—\nthe incapacity had increased or otherwise been aggravated; or\nthe increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.178-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence who develops, after the grant or renewal of the licence, a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely must give a notice about the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder continues to drive under the licence. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\n(sec.178-ssec.2) Subsection (3) applies to the holder of a Queensland driver licence if— the holder has an increase in, or other aggravation of, an existing permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity, including an incapacity that the holder has previously given notice of to the chief executive; and the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.178-ssec.3) The holder must give a notice about the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder continues to drive under the licence. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\n(sec.178-ssec.4) In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (1) or (3) , it is a defence for a person to prove the person was unaware, at the time of the offence, that— the person had a mental or physical incapacity; or the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.178-ssec.5) In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (3) , it is also a defence for a person to prove that the person was unaware, at the time of the offence, that— the incapacity had increased or otherwise been aggravated; or the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the holder has an increase in, or other aggravation of, an existing permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity, including an incapacity that the holder has previously given notice of to the chief executive; and\n- (b) the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the person had a mental or physical incapacity; or\n- (b) the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the incapacity had increased or otherwise been aggravated; or\n- (b) the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the person’s ability to drive safely.","sortOrder":208},{"sectionNumber":"sec.179","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disqualification from holding Queensland driver licence because of conviction under s 177 or 178","content":"### sec.179 Disqualification from holding Queensland driver licence because of conviction under s 177 or 178\n\nThis section applies if—\na person is convicted by a court of an offence against section 177 (1) or 178 (1) or (3) ; and\nthe court that convicts the person is satisfied, having regard to the circumstances in which the offence was committed, the person should, in the interests of justice, be disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\nThe court may, in addition to any penalty that may be imposed, order that the person is, from the day of the order, disqualified absolutely, or for the period ordered by the court, from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.179-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person is convicted by a court of an offence against section 177 (1) or 178 (1) or (3) ; and the court that convicts the person is satisfied, having regard to the circumstances in which the offence was committed, the person should, in the interests of justice, be disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.179-ssec.2) The court may, in addition to any penalty that may be imposed, order that the person is, from the day of the order, disqualified absolutely, or for the period ordered by the court, from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) a person is convicted by a court of an offence against section 177 (1) or 178 (1) or (3) ; and\n- (b) the court that convicts the person is satisfied, having regard to the circumstances in which the offence was committed, the person should, in the interests of justice, be disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":209},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.6-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Other eligibility requirements","content":"## Other eligibility requirements","sortOrder":210},{"sectionNumber":"sec.180","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular circumstances in which persons not eligible for Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.180 Particular circumstances in which persons not eligible for Queensland driver licences\n\nA person is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence if any of the following apply—\nthe person is prohibited from obtaining a licence under section 127 (6) of the Act ;\nthe person does not reside in Queensland;\nthe person is the holder of an interstate licence, unless the person gives the interstate licence to the chief executive;\nthe person is the holder of a foreign driver licence, unless the person produces the licence to the chief executive and allows the chief executive to take a copy of the licence;\nthe person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 270 (3) (a) or 286 (4) (a) ;\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 (3) (a) , 281 (4) (b) or (6) (a) , 282 (4) (b) or (6) (a) , 283 (2) or 287 (3) (a) .\nSee also section 127 (4) (b) of the Act .\nFor subsection (1) (b) , a person resides in Queensland if the person’s usual and settled residence is in Queensland.\nSubsection (1) (c) does not apply to a person if the chief executive is satisfied it would be unreasonable for the subsection to apply to the person.\nSubsection (1) (d) does not apply to a person if—\nthe chief executive is satisfied it would be unreasonable for the subsection to apply to the person; and\nthe person produces documentary evidence of the person’s foreign driver licence that is satisfactory to the chief executive.\na letter from the entity that issued the foreign driver licence that confirms the person holds the licence\nIf a person produces a foreign driver licence under subsection (1) (d) that is not written in English, the chief executive may also require the person to give the chief executive a certified translation of the foreign driver licence before granting or renewing a Queensland driver licence.\nIn this section—\nappropriately qualified means having qualifications in providing a translation service.\ncertification as a translator by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters\ncertified translation , of a foreign driver licence, means a translation of the foreign driver licence into English by an appropriately qualified person whose certification states—\nthat the translation is correct; and\nthe following details for the person—\nthe person’s full name and address;\nthe person’s qualifications for making the translation.\n(sec.180-ssec.1) A person is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence if any of the following apply— the person is prohibited from obtaining a licence under section 127 (6) of the Act ; the person does not reside in Queensland; the person is the holder of an interstate licence, unless the person gives the interstate licence to the chief executive; the person is the holder of a foreign driver licence, unless the person produces the licence to the chief executive and allows the chief executive to take a copy of the licence; the person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 270 (3) (a) or 286 (4) (a) ; the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 (3) (a) , 281 (4) (b) or (6) (a) , 282 (4) (b) or (6) (a) , 283 (2) or 287 (3) (a) . See also section 127 (4) (b) of the Act .\n(sec.180-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , a person resides in Queensland if the person’s usual and settled residence is in Queensland.\n(sec.180-ssec.3) Subsection (1) (c) does not apply to a person if the chief executive is satisfied it would be unreasonable for the subsection to apply to the person.\n(sec.180-ssec.4) Subsection (1) (d) does not apply to a person if— the chief executive is satisfied it would be unreasonable for the subsection to apply to the person; and the person produces documentary evidence of the person’s foreign driver licence that is satisfactory to the chief executive. a letter from the entity that issued the foreign driver licence that confirms the person holds the licence\n(sec.180-ssec.5) If a person produces a foreign driver licence under subsection (1) (d) that is not written in English, the chief executive may also require the person to give the chief executive a certified translation of the foreign driver licence before granting or renewing a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.180-ssec.6) In this section— appropriately qualified means having qualifications in providing a translation service. certification as a translator by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters certified translation , of a foreign driver licence, means a translation of the foreign driver licence into English by an appropriately qualified person whose certification states— that the translation is correct; and the following details for the person— the person’s full name and address; the person’s qualifications for making the translation.\n- (a) the person is prohibited from obtaining a licence under section 127 (6) of the Act ;\n- (b) the person does not reside in Queensland;\n- (c) the person is the holder of an interstate licence, unless the person gives the interstate licence to the chief executive;\n- (d) the person is the holder of a foreign driver licence, unless the person produces the licence to the chief executive and allows the chief executive to take a copy of the licence;\n- (e) the person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 270 (3) (a) or 286 (4) (a) ;\n- (f) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 (3) (a) , 281 (4) (b) or (6) (a) , 282 (4) (b) or (6) (a) , 283 (2) or 287 (3) (a) .\n- (a) the chief executive is satisfied it would be unreasonable for the subsection to apply to the person; and\n- (b) the person produces documentary evidence of the person’s foreign driver licence that is satisfactory to the chief executive. Example of documentary evidence— a letter from the entity that issued the foreign driver licence that confirms the person holds the licence\n- (a) that the translation is correct; and\n- (b) the following details for the person— (i) the person’s full name and address; (ii) the person’s qualifications for making the translation.\n- (i) the person’s full name and address;\n- (ii) the person’s qualifications for making the translation.\n- (i) the person’s full name and address;\n- (ii) the person’s qualifications for making the translation.","sortOrder":211},{"sectionNumber":"sec.181","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons who hold Queensland driver licence not eligible for another Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.181 When persons who hold Queensland driver licence not eligible for another Queensland driver licence\n\nA person who holds a Queensland driver licence of a particular category and type is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence of a different category or type if the person would hold the licences at the same time.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the Queensland driver licence the person holds, or applies for, is a learner licence.\nSee also section 200 .\n(sec.181-ssec.1) A person who holds a Queensland driver licence of a particular category and type is not eligible for a Queensland driver licence of a different category or type if the person would hold the licences at the same time.\n(sec.181-ssec.2) Subsection (1) does not apply if the Queensland driver licence the person holds, or applies for, is a learner licence.","sortOrder":212},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.7","sectionType":"part","heading":"Exemptions from testing and offences in relation to road rules tests","content":"# Exemptions from testing and offences in relation to road rules tests","sortOrder":213},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.7-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Road rules tests","content":"## Road rules tests","sortOrder":214},{"sectionNumber":"sec.182","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for all classes of Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.182 Exemptions for all classes of Queensland driver licence\n\nA person is not required to pass a road rules test for a Queensland driver licence if—\nthe person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\nthe person has passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a road rules test for an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\nthe person—\nholds an Australian driver licence; and\nhas passed a road rules test for the Australian driver licence that is the same as, or substantially similar to, the road rules tests the person would, but for this paragraph, be required to pass for the Queensland driver licence applied for.\nIn subsection (1) (b) and (c) (ii) —\nroad rules test includes a road rules test (however described) under a corresponding law to this regulation.\n(sec.182-ssec.1) A person is not required to pass a road rules test for a Queensland driver licence if— the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or the person has passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a road rules test for an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or the person— holds an Australian driver licence; and has passed a road rules test for the Australian driver licence that is the same as, or substantially similar to, the road rules tests the person would, but for this paragraph, be required to pass for the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n(sec.182-ssec.2) In subsection (1) (b) and (c) (ii) — road rules test includes a road rules test (however described) under a corresponding law to this regulation.\n- (a) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\n- (b) the person has passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a road rules test for an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\n- (c) the person— (i) holds an Australian driver licence; and (ii) has passed a road rules test for the Australian driver licence that is the same as, or substantially similar to, the road rules tests the person would, but for this paragraph, be required to pass for the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (i) holds an Australian driver licence; and\n- (ii) has passed a road rules test for the Australian driver licence that is the same as, or substantially similar to, the road rules tests the person would, but for this paragraph, be required to pass for the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (i) holds an Australian driver licence; and\n- (ii) has passed a road rules test for the Australian driver licence that is the same as, or substantially similar to, the road rules tests the person would, but for this paragraph, be required to pass for the Queensland driver licence applied for.","sortOrder":215},{"sectionNumber":"sec.183","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for class C, RE and R Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.183 Exemptions for class C, RE and R Queensland driver licences\n\nA person is not required to pass a road rules test for a class C, RE or R Queensland driver licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence—\na New Zealand licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or\na recognised country licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\ns 183 sub 2026 SL No. 7 s 14\n- (a) a New Zealand licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) a recognised country licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":216},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.7-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Practical driving tests, competency declarations and training courses","content":"## Practical driving tests, competency declarations and training courses","sortOrder":217},{"sectionNumber":"sec.184","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for all classes of Queensland driver licence based on driver licences persons hold or have held","content":"### sec.184 Exemptions for all classes of Queensland driver licence based on driver licences persons hold or have held\n\nIf a person satisfies subsection (2) , the person is not required to—\npass a practical driving test for a Queensland driver licence; or\nhold a competency declaration for a Queensland driver licence; or\nfor a class MC Queensland driver licence—satisfy section 54 (2) (b) (ii) or 58 (1) (b) (ii) for the licence.\nFor subsection (1) , the person must hold or have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence—\nan Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\na New Zealand licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\nHowever, a person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the driver licence the person holds or has held is a learner licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a learner licence.\n(sec.184-ssec.1) If a person satisfies subsection (2) , the person is not required to— pass a practical driving test for a Queensland driver licence; or hold a competency declaration for a Queensland driver licence; or for a class MC Queensland driver licence—satisfy section 54 (2) (b) (ii) or 58 (1) (b) (ii) for the licence.\n(sec.184-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must hold or have held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence— an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or a New Zealand licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n(sec.184-ssec.3) However, a person does not satisfy subsection (2) if the driver licence the person holds or has held is a learner licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a learner licence.\n- (a) pass a practical driving test for a Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) hold a competency declaration for a Queensland driver licence; or\n- (c) for a class MC Queensland driver licence—satisfy section 54 (2) (b) (ii) or 58 (1) (b) (ii) for the licence.\n- (a) an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\n- (b) a New Zealand licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.","sortOrder":218},{"sectionNumber":"sec.185","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for all classes of Queensland driver licence based on previous practical driving tests etc.","content":"### sec.185 Exemptions for all classes of Queensland driver licence based on previous practical driving tests etc.\n\nIf a person satisfies subsection (2) , the person is not required to—\npass a practical driving test for a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC, RE or R Queensland driver licence; or\nhold a competency declaration for a class RE or R Queensland driver licence.\nFor subsection (1) , the person must—\nhave passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a practical driving test for an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\ncomply with the following—\nthe person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for;\nthe person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\nIf a person satisfies subsection (4) , the person is not required to satisfy section 54 (2) (b) (ii) , 58 (1) (b) (ii) or 172 (3) (b) for a class MC Queensland driver licence.\nFor subsection (3) , the person must—\nhave passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a practical driving test for an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence; or\ncomply with the following—\nthe person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence;\nthe person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence.\nHowever, a person does not satisfy subsection (2) (b) (i) or (4) (b) (i) if the foreign driver licence the person holds or has held corresponds to a learner licence.\nIn this section, other than subsection (1) —\npractical driving test includes a practical driving test (however described) under a corresponding law to this regulation.\n(sec.185-ssec.1) If a person satisfies subsection (2) , the person is not required to— pass a practical driving test for a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC, RE or R Queensland driver licence; or hold a competency declaration for a class RE or R Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.185-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must— have passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a practical driving test for an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or comply with the following— the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n(sec.185-ssec.3) If a person satisfies subsection (4) , the person is not required to satisfy section 54 (2) (b) (ii) , 58 (1) (b) (ii) or 172 (3) (b) for a class MC Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.185-ssec.4) For subsection (3) , the person must— have passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a practical driving test for an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence; or comply with the following— the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence; the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.185-ssec.5) However, a person does not satisfy subsection (2) (b) (i) or (4) (b) (i) if the foreign driver licence the person holds or has held corresponds to a learner licence.\n(sec.185-ssec.6) In this section, other than subsection (1) — practical driving test includes a practical driving test (however described) under a corresponding law to this regulation.\n- (a) pass a practical driving test for a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC, RE or R Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) hold a competency declaration for a class RE or R Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) have passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a practical driving test for an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; or\n- (b) comply with the following— (i) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for; (ii) the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (i) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for;\n- (ii) the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (i) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for;\n- (ii) the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an Australian driver licence of a class that is the same as, or corresponds to, the class of the Queensland driver licence applied for.\n- (a) have passed, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a practical driving test for an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) comply with the following— (i) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence; (ii) the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence;\n- (ii) the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a foreign driver licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence;\n- (ii) the person has, at some time, passed a practical driving test to obtain an interstate licence that corresponds to a class MC Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":219},{"sectionNumber":"sec.186","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for class C Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.186 Exemptions for class C Queensland driver licences\n\nA person is not required to pass a practical driving test for a class C Queensland driver licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a recognised country licence that corresponds to a class C Queensland driver licence.\nThis section does not apply if the foreign driver licence the person holds or has held corresponds to a learner licence.\ns 186 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 15\n(sec.186-ssec.1) A person is not required to pass a practical driving test for a class C Queensland driver licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a recognised country licence that corresponds to a class C Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.186-ssec.2) This section does not apply if the foreign driver licence the person holds or has held corresponds to a learner licence.","sortOrder":220},{"sectionNumber":"sec.187","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for class LR, MR and HR Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.187 Exemptions for class LR, MR and HR Queensland driver licences\n\nA person is not required to pass a practical driving test for a class LR, MR or HR Queensland driver licence if the person—\nis a police officer or emergency service worker; and\ngives the chief executive a written notice signed by the commissioner stating the person has the ability to drive the class of motor vehicle that is authorised to be driven under the licence.\n- (a) is a police officer or emergency service worker; and\n- (b) gives the chief executive a written notice signed by the commissioner stating the person has the ability to drive the class of motor vehicle that is authorised to be driven under the licence.","sortOrder":221},{"sectionNumber":"sec.188","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for class RE learner licences","content":"### sec.188 Exemptions for class RE learner licences\n\nA person is not required to hold a competency declaration (learner) for a class RE learner licence if—\nthe person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area; or\nthe person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE learner licence, a driver licence that—\nis or corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\nis an Australian driver licence, a New Zealand licence or a recognised country licence; or\nthe person has, within the period of 1 year before the person applies for the class RE learner licence, successfully completed a practical training course in riding a motorbike to obtain an Australian driver licence that is or corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\ns 188 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 16\n- (a) the person’s principal place of residence is outside a 100km radius from a Q-Ride training area; or\n- (b) the person has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the class RE learner licence, a driver licence that— (i) is or corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and (ii) is an Australian driver licence, a New Zealand licence or a recognised country licence; or\n- (i) is or corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) is an Australian driver licence, a New Zealand licence or a recognised country licence; or\n- (c) the person has, within the period of 1 year before the person applies for the class RE learner licence, successfully completed a practical training course in riding a motorbike to obtain an Australian driver licence that is or corresponds to a class RE learner licence.\n- (i) is or corresponds to a class RE learner licence; and\n- (ii) is an Australian driver licence, a New Zealand licence or a recognised country licence; or","sortOrder":222},{"sectionNumber":"sec.189","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemptions for class RE and R Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.189 Exemptions for class RE and R Queensland driver licences\n\nA person is not required to pass a practical driving test or hold a competency declaration for a class RE or R Queensland driver licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a recognised country licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\nThis section does not apply if the foreign driver licence the person holds or has held corresponds to a learner licence.\ns 189 amd 2026 SL No. 7 s 17\n(sec.189-ssec.1) A person is not required to pass a practical driving test or hold a competency declaration for a class RE or R Queensland driver licence if the person holds or has held, within the period of 5 years before the person applies for the Queensland driver licence, a recognised country licence of a class or kind (however described) that corresponds to the class of the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.189-ssec.2) This section does not apply if the foreign driver licence the person holds or has held corresponds to a learner licence.","sortOrder":223},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.7-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Offences for road rules tests","content":"## Offences for road rules tests","sortOrder":224},{"sectionNumber":"sec.190","sectionType":"section","heading":"Cheating on road rules tests","content":"### sec.190 Cheating on road rules tests\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who must pass a road rules test to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence if the chief executive—\nis satisfied someone else has taken all or part of the road rules test for the person; and\nhas not yet granted the person the licence.\nThe chief executive may decide the person has not passed the road rules test and may do either or both of the following—\ndisqualify the person from taking the road rules test, including enrolling to take the online road rules test, for a period of 6 months starting on the day after the day the chief executive decides the person has not passed the test;\nif the person is enrolled in the online road rules test—cancel the person’s enrolment.\nIf the chief executive decides the person has not passed the road rules test under subsection (2) , the chief executive must give the person an information notice for the decision.\nIf the chief executive decides to disqualify the person from taking the road rules test, the information notice must state—\nthe day the chief executive decided the person had not passed the road rules test; and\nthe person is disqualified from taking the road rules test, including enrolling to take the online road rules test, for a period of 6 months starting on the day after the day mentioned in paragraph (a) .\nIf the chief executive decides to cancel the person’s enrolment in the online road rules test, the information notice must state the day from which the cancellation has effect.\n(sec.190-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who must pass a road rules test to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence if the chief executive— is satisfied someone else has taken all or part of the road rules test for the person; and has not yet granted the person the licence.\n(sec.190-ssec.2) The chief executive may decide the person has not passed the road rules test and may do either or both of the following— disqualify the person from taking the road rules test, including enrolling to take the online road rules test, for a period of 6 months starting on the day after the day the chief executive decides the person has not passed the test; if the person is enrolled in the online road rules test—cancel the person’s enrolment.\n(sec.190-ssec.3) If the chief executive decides the person has not passed the road rules test under subsection (2) , the chief executive must give the person an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.190-ssec.4) If the chief executive decides to disqualify the person from taking the road rules test, the information notice must state— the day the chief executive decided the person had not passed the road rules test; and the person is disqualified from taking the road rules test, including enrolling to take the online road rules test, for a period of 6 months starting on the day after the day mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.190-ssec.5) If the chief executive decides to cancel the person’s enrolment in the online road rules test, the information notice must state the day from which the cancellation has effect.\n- (a) is satisfied someone else has taken all or part of the road rules test for the person; and\n- (b) has not yet granted the person the licence.\n- (a) disqualify the person from taking the road rules test, including enrolling to take the online road rules test, for a period of 6 months starting on the day after the day the chief executive decides the person has not passed the test;\n- (b) if the person is enrolled in the online road rules test—cancel the person’s enrolment.\n- (a) the day the chief executive decided the person had not passed the road rules test; and\n- (b) the person is disqualified from taking the road rules test, including enrolling to take the online road rules test, for a period of 6 months starting on the day after the day mentioned in paragraph (a) .","sortOrder":225},{"sectionNumber":"sec.191","sectionType":"section","heading":"Offence of taking road rules test for another person","content":"### sec.191 Offence of taking road rules test for another person\n\nA person must not take all or part of a road rules test for someone else who is required to pass the road rules test to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence.\nMaximum penalty—40 penalty units.","sortOrder":226},{"sectionNumber":"ch.3-pt.8","sectionType":"part","heading":"Restricted licences","content":"# Restricted licences","sortOrder":227},{"sectionNumber":"sec.192","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications to court for restricted licences after payment of penalties— Act , s 81","content":"### sec.192 Applications to court for restricted licences after payment of penalties— Act , s 81\n\nFor section 81 (7) of the Act , the application must be made in the approved form.","sortOrder":228},{"sectionNumber":"sec.193","sectionType":"section","heading":"Issue of restricted licences","content":"### sec.193 Issue of restricted licences\n\nThis section applies if—\nan order made by a court under section 87 (1) of the Act , or as mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act , directing that a person be issued with a restricted licence is in effect for the person; and\nthe person applies to a superintendent for the issue of the restricted licence.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe superintendent must issue the person a P restricted licence.\n(sec.193-ssec.1) This section applies if— an order made by a court under section 87 (1) of the Act , or as mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act , directing that a person be issued with a restricted licence is in effect for the person; and the person applies to a superintendent for the issue of the restricted licence. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.193-ssec.2) The superintendent must issue the person a P restricted licence.\n- (a) an order made by a court under section 87 (1) of the Act , or as mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act , directing that a person be issued with a restricted licence is in effect for the person; and\n- (b) the person applies to a superintendent for the issue of the restricted licence. Note— See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.","sortOrder":229},{"sectionNumber":"ch.4-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Applying for Queensland driver licences","content":"# Applying for Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":230},{"sectionNumber":"sec.194","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.194 Applications for Queensland driver licences\n\nA person may apply to the chief executive for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.194-ssec) A person may apply to the chief executive for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.","sortOrder":231},{"sectionNumber":"sec.195","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.195 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must consider an application for a Queensland driver licence and either—\ngrant or renew the licence; or\nrefuse to grant or renew the licence.\nSee also the Transport Planning and Coordination Act 1994 , section 28EA (5) , which deals with taking digital photos and digitised signatures, for when the chief executive must refuse to consider an application.\nThe chief executive must not grant or renew the Queensland driver licence if—\nthe applicant is not eligible for the licence, including the class, category or type of licence; or\nthe chief executive is not satisfied with the applicant’s identification for the licence.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\nThis section, other than subsection (2) (b) , does not apply in relation to an application for the grant of a restricted licence.\n(sec.195-ssec.1) The chief executive must consider an application for a Queensland driver licence and either— grant or renew the licence; or refuse to grant or renew the licence. See also the Transport Planning and Coordination Act 1994 , section 28EA (5) , which deals with taking digital photos and digitised signatures, for when the chief executive must refuse to consider an application.\n(sec.195-ssec.2) The chief executive must not grant or renew the Queensland driver licence if— the applicant is not eligible for the licence, including the class, category or type of licence; or the chief executive is not satisfied with the applicant’s identification for the licence.\n(sec.195-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.195-ssec.4) This section, other than subsection (2) (b) , does not apply in relation to an application for the grant of a restricted licence.\n- (a) grant or renew the licence; or\n- (b) refuse to grant or renew the licence.\n- (a) the applicant is not eligible for the licence, including the class, category or type of licence; or\n- (b) the chief executive is not satisfied with the applicant’s identification for the licence.","sortOrder":232},{"sectionNumber":"sec.196","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to grant or renew, or refuse to grant or renew, Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.196 Decisions to grant or renew, or refuse to grant or renew, Queensland driver licences\n\nIf the chief executive decides to grant or renew the Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must promptly issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant.\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to grant or renew the Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must promptly give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\nHowever, if the reason for the decision is that the applicant failed a road rules test or practical driving test, the chief executive may give the applicant oral notice of the matters required to be given in an information notice for the decision instead of an information notice.\nIf the applicant asks for written notice of a decision mentioned in subsection (3) , the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.196-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to grant or renew the Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must promptly issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant.\n(sec.196-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides to refuse to grant or renew the Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must promptly give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.196-ssec.3) However, if the reason for the decision is that the applicant failed a road rules test or practical driving test, the chief executive may give the applicant oral notice of the matters required to be given in an information notice for the decision instead of an information notice.\n(sec.196-ssec.4) If the applicant asks for written notice of a decision mentioned in subsection (3) , the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.","sortOrder":233},{"sectionNumber":"sec.197","sectionType":"section","heading":"Granting of new Queensland driver licences of different category or type without making applications","content":"### sec.197 Granting of new Queensland driver licences of different category or type without making applications\n\nThis section applies if a person—\nholds a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table (the current licence ); and\nis eligible under section 26 or 89 for a Queensland driver licence (the new licence ), of the same class as the current licence, stated in column 2 opposite the current licence.\nColumn 1\nColumn 2\nCurrent licence\nNew licence\nP1 provisional licence\nP2 provisional licence\nopen licence\nP2 provisional licence\nopen licence\nP1 probationary licence\nP2 provisional licence\nP2 probationary licence\nopen licence\nP2 probationary licence\nP2 provisional licence\nopen licence\nP probationary licence\nopen licence\nOn the day the person becomes eligible under section 26 or 89 for the new licence—\nthe current licence stops having effect; and\nthe person is taken to have been granted the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence; and\na driver licence receipt or smartcard driver licence in effect for the current licence is taken to be a driver licence receipt or smartcard driver licence issued for the new licence.\nSubject to subsection (4) , if the person is eligible on the same day for a provisional licence, and a probationary licence, of the same class as the current licence, the new licence is the provisional licence.\nIf the person is eligible on the same day for an open licence, and a provisional licence or probationary licence, of the same class as the current licence, the new licence is the open licence.\nDespite section 390 and schedule 7 , item 5, no fee is payable for the grant of a new licence under this section.\n(sec.197-ssec.1) This section applies if a person— holds a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table (the current licence ); and is eligible under section 26 or 89 for a Queensland driver licence (the new licence ), of the same class as the current licence, stated in column 2 opposite the current licence. Column 1 Column 2 Current licence New licence P1 provisional licence P2 provisional licence open licence P2 provisional licence open licence P1 probationary licence P2 provisional licence P2 probationary licence open licence P2 probationary licence P2 provisional licence open licence P probationary licence open licence\n(sec.197-ssec.2) On the day the person becomes eligible under section 26 or 89 for the new licence— the current licence stops having effect; and the person is taken to have been granted the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence; and a driver licence receipt or smartcard driver licence in effect for the current licence is taken to be a driver licence receipt or smartcard driver licence issued for the new licence.\n(sec.197-ssec.3) Subject to subsection (4) , if the person is eligible on the same day for a provisional licence, and a probationary licence, of the same class as the current licence, the new licence is the provisional licence.\n(sec.197-ssec.4) If the person is eligible on the same day for an open licence, and a provisional licence or probationary licence, of the same class as the current licence, the new licence is the open licence.\n(sec.197-ssec.5) Despite section 390 and schedule 7 , item 5, no fee is payable for the grant of a new licence under this section.\n- (a) holds a Queensland driver licence stated in column 1 of the following table (the current licence ); and\n- (b) is eligible under section 26 or 89 for a Queensland driver licence (the new licence ), of the same class as the current licence, stated in column 2 opposite the current licence.\n- (a) the current licence stops having effect; and\n- (b) the person is taken to have been granted the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence; and\n- (c) a driver licence receipt or smartcard driver licence in effect for the current licence is taken to be a driver licence receipt or smartcard driver licence issued for the new licence.","sortOrder":234},{"sectionNumber":"sec.198","sectionType":"section","heading":"Issue of smartcard driver licences","content":"### sec.198 Issue of smartcard driver licences\n\nThis section applies if the chief executive is required under this regulation to issue a driver licence receipt to a person.\nThe chief executive must also ensure a smartcard driver licence is issued to the person.\n(sec.198-ssec.1) This section applies if the chief executive is required under this regulation to issue a driver licence receipt to a person.\n(sec.198-ssec.2) The chief executive must also ensure a smartcard driver licence is issued to the person.","sortOrder":235},{"sectionNumber":"ch.4-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Terms and conditions of, and codes for, Queensland driver licences","content":"# Terms and conditions of, and codes for, Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":236},{"sectionNumber":"sec.199","sectionType":"section","heading":"Term of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.199 Term of Queensland driver licences\n\nThe chief executive may grant or renew a Queensland driver licence, other than a Queensland driver licence mentioned in subsection (2) or (3) , for any of the following terms—\n1 year;\n2 years;\n3 years;\n4 years;\n5 years.\nThe chief executive may grant a class HC learner licence for a term of 1 year only.\nThe chief executive may grant or renew the following Queensland driver licences for a term of 3 years only—\na class C learner licence;\na class RE learner licence granted to a person on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under section 145 ;\na learner licence granted to a person on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) .\nThis section applies subject to sections 170 (6) (a) , 197 (2) (b) , 392 (3) , 393 (4) , 394 (2) , 394A (2) , 394B (2) and 402 (6) and (7) (b) .\ns 199 amd 2022 SL No. 73 s 9\n(sec.199-ssec.1) The chief executive may grant or renew a Queensland driver licence, other than a Queensland driver licence mentioned in subsection (2) or (3) , for any of the following terms— 1 year; 2 years; 3 years; 4 years; 5 years.\n(sec.199-ssec.2) The chief executive may grant a class HC learner licence for a term of 1 year only.\n(sec.199-ssec.3) The chief executive may grant or renew the following Queensland driver licences for a term of 3 years only— a class C learner licence; a class RE learner licence granted to a person on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under section 145 ; a learner licence granted to a person on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) .\n(sec.199-ssec.4) This section applies subject to sections 170 (6) (a) , 197 (2) (b) , 392 (3) , 393 (4) , 394 (2) , 394A (2) , 394B (2) and 402 (6) and (7) (b) .\n- (a) 1 year;\n- (b) 2 years;\n- (c) 3 years;\n- (d) 4 years;\n- (e) 5 years.\n- (a) a class C learner licence;\n- (b) a class RE learner licence granted to a person on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under section 145 ;\n- (c) a learner licence granted to a person on the basis that the person is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) .","sortOrder":237},{"sectionNumber":"sec.200","sectionType":"section","heading":"When Queensland driver licences stop having effect","content":"### sec.200 When Queensland driver licences stop having effect\n\nA Queensland driver licence held by a person stops having effect on the earlier of the following events—\nthe term of the licence ends;\nthe person is granted another Queensland driver licence of a different category or type;\nthe person is granted another Queensland driver licence of a higher or lower class;\nif the person holds a class RE learner licence—the person is granted a class R Queensland driver licence.\nSee also chapter 13 .\nHowever, subsection (1) (b) and (c) does not apply if—\nthe person holds a learner licence and is granted another Queensland driver licence of a different class to the learner licence; or\nthe person holds a Queensland driver licence other than a learner licence and is granted a learner licence.\n(sec.200-ssec.1) A Queensland driver licence held by a person stops having effect on the earlier of the following events— the term of the licence ends; the person is granted another Queensland driver licence of a different category or type; the person is granted another Queensland driver licence of a higher or lower class; if the person holds a class RE learner licence—the person is granted a class R Queensland driver licence. See also chapter 13 .\n(sec.200-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) (b) and (c) does not apply if— the person holds a learner licence and is granted another Queensland driver licence of a different class to the learner licence; or the person holds a Queensland driver licence other than a learner licence and is granted a learner licence.\n- (a) the term of the licence ends;\n- (b) the person is granted another Queensland driver licence of a different category or type;\n- (c) the person is granted another Queensland driver licence of a higher or lower class;\n- (d) if the person holds a class RE learner licence—the person is granted a class R Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the person holds a learner licence and is granted another Queensland driver licence of a different class to the learner licence; or\n- (b) the person holds a Queensland driver licence other than a learner licence and is granted a learner licence.","sortOrder":238},{"sectionNumber":"sec.201","sectionType":"section","heading":"Conditions of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.201 Conditions of Queensland driver licences\n\nThe chief executive may grant or renew a Queensland driver licence subject to stated conditions.\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence must comply with a condition stated on the licence.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSee section 91W of the Act for compliance with an interlock condition.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\nthe chief executive decides to impose on a Queensland driver licence—\nan M condition; or\nan S condition; or\na V condition that requires the holder of the licence to drive only a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in a written notice given by the chief executive to the holder; and\nthe applicant for the grant or renewal of the licence did not advise the chief executive that the applicant—\nfor an M condition—has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the applicant’s ability to drive safely; or\nfor an S condition—needs corrective lenses to drive; or\nfor a V condition—needs to drive a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in the written notice.\nThe chief executive must promptly give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.201-ssec.1) The chief executive may grant or renew a Queensland driver licence subject to stated conditions.\n(sec.201-ssec.2) The holder of a Queensland driver licence must comply with a condition stated on the licence. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. See section 91W of the Act for compliance with an interlock condition.\n(sec.201-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— the chief executive decides to impose on a Queensland driver licence— an M condition; or an S condition; or a V condition that requires the holder of the licence to drive only a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in a written notice given by the chief executive to the holder; and the applicant for the grant or renewal of the licence did not advise the chief executive that the applicant— for an M condition—has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the applicant’s ability to drive safely; or for an S condition—needs corrective lenses to drive; or for a V condition—needs to drive a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in the written notice.\n(sec.201-ssec.4) The chief executive must promptly give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n- (a) the chief executive decides to impose on a Queensland driver licence— (i) an M condition; or (ii) an S condition; or (iii) a V condition that requires the holder of the licence to drive only a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in a written notice given by the chief executive to the holder; and\n- (i) an M condition; or\n- (ii) an S condition; or\n- (iii) a V condition that requires the holder of the licence to drive only a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in a written notice given by the chief executive to the holder; and\n- (b) the applicant for the grant or renewal of the licence did not advise the chief executive that the applicant— (i) for an M condition—has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the applicant’s ability to drive safely; or (ii) for an S condition—needs corrective lenses to drive; or (iii) for a V condition—needs to drive a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in the written notice.\n- (i) for an M condition—has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the applicant’s ability to drive safely; or\n- (ii) for an S condition—needs corrective lenses to drive; or\n- (iii) for a V condition—needs to drive a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in the written notice.\n- (i) an M condition; or\n- (ii) an S condition; or\n- (iii) a V condition that requires the holder of the licence to drive only a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in a written notice given by the chief executive to the holder; and\n- (i) for an M condition—has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the applicant’s ability to drive safely; or\n- (ii) for an S condition—needs corrective lenses to drive; or\n- (iii) for a V condition—needs to drive a motor vehicle fitted with a driver aid, or otherwise equipped or adapted in the way, stated in the written notice.","sortOrder":239},{"sectionNumber":"sec.202","sectionType":"section","heading":"Codes for Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.202 Codes for Queensland driver licences\n\nThe class and type of a Queensland driver licence may be stated on the licence by a code.\nIf a code mentioned in schedule 2 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the licence is of the type stated opposite the code in schedule 2 , column 2.\nA condition of a Queensland driver licence may be stated on the licence by a code.\nIf a code mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the licence is subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3 , column 2.\n(sec.202-ssec.1) The class and type of a Queensland driver licence may be stated on the licence by a code.\n(sec.202-ssec.2) If a code mentioned in schedule 2 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the licence is of the type stated opposite the code in schedule 2 , column 2.\n(sec.202-ssec.3) A condition of a Queensland driver licence may be stated on the licence by a code.\n(sec.202-ssec.4) If a code mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the licence is subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3 , column 2.","sortOrder":240},{"sectionNumber":"ch.4-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Offences about holding Queensland driver licences","content":"# Offences about holding Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":241},{"sectionNumber":"sec.203","sectionType":"section","heading":"Offences in relation to holding multiple Queensland driver licences and holding Queensland driver licences under another name","content":"### sec.203 Offences in relation to holding multiple Queensland driver licences and holding Queensland driver licences under another name\n\nA person must not hold more than 1 Queensland driver licence of a particular class, category and type at the same time.\nA person must not hold more than 1 class C P1 provisional licence at the same time.\nMaximum penalty—40 penalty units.\nA person must not hold a Queensland driver licence other than under the person’s full name.\nMaximum penalty—40 penalty units.\n(sec.203-ssec.1) A person must not hold more than 1 Queensland driver licence of a particular class, category and type at the same time. A person must not hold more than 1 class C P1 provisional licence at the same time. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units.\n(sec.203-ssec.2) A person must not hold a Queensland driver licence other than under the person’s full name. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units.","sortOrder":242},{"sectionNumber":"ch.5-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":243},{"sectionNumber":"sec.204","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of chapter","content":"### sec.204 Purpose of chapter\n\nThis chapter states when the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence or defence force licence is authorised under the licence to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle on a Queensland road.","sortOrder":244},{"sectionNumber":"ch.5-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Authority to drive and withdrawal of authority","content":"# Authority to drive and withdrawal of authority","sortOrder":245},{"sectionNumber":"ch.5-pt.2-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"General authority to drive","content":"## General authority to drive","sortOrder":246},{"sectionNumber":"sec.205","sectionType":"section","heading":"Interstate licence holders may drive same motor vehicles","content":"### sec.205 Interstate licence holders may drive same motor vehicles\n\nThe holder of an interstate licence is authorised under the licence—\nto drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the jurisdiction that issued the licence; and\nto learn to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to learn to drive under the licence in the jurisdiction that issued the licence.\n- (a) to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the jurisdiction that issued the licence; and\n- (b) to learn to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to learn to drive under the licence in the jurisdiction that issued the licence.","sortOrder":247},{"sectionNumber":"sec.206","sectionType":"section","heading":"Foreign driver licence holders may drive same motor vehicles and class C motor vehicles","content":"### sec.206 Foreign driver licence holders may drive same motor vehicles and class C motor vehicles\n\nThe holder of a foreign driver licence is authorised under the licence—\nto drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the country that issued the licence; and\nto learn to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to learn to drive under the licence in the country that issued the licence.\nAlso, the holder of a foreign driver licence, other than a limited vehicle licence, is authorised under the licence—\nif the foreign driver licence corresponds to a learner licence—to learn to drive a class C motor vehicle on a Queensland road; and\notherwise—to drive a class C motor vehicle on a Queensland road.\nSubsection (2) applies even if the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle with the same GVM, or a motor vehicle built or fitted to carry the same number of passengers, as a class C motor vehicle under the foreign driver licence in the country that issued the licence.\nIn this section—\nlimited vehicle licence means a foreign driver licence that authorises the holder to drive, or learn to drive, a motorbike or specially constructed vehicle only.\n(sec.206-ssec.1) The holder of a foreign driver licence is authorised under the licence— to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the country that issued the licence; and to learn to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to learn to drive under the licence in the country that issued the licence.\n(sec.206-ssec.2) Also, the holder of a foreign driver licence, other than a limited vehicle licence, is authorised under the licence— if the foreign driver licence corresponds to a learner licence—to learn to drive a class C motor vehicle on a Queensland road; and otherwise—to drive a class C motor vehicle on a Queensland road.\n(sec.206-ssec.3) Subsection (2) applies even if the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle with the same GVM, or a motor vehicle built or fitted to carry the same number of passengers, as a class C motor vehicle under the foreign driver licence in the country that issued the licence.\n(sec.206-ssec.4) In this section— limited vehicle licence means a foreign driver licence that authorises the holder to drive, or learn to drive, a motorbike or specially constructed vehicle only.\n- (a) to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the country that issued the licence; and\n- (b) to learn to drive, on a Queensland road, a motor vehicle the holder is authorised to learn to drive under the licence in the country that issued the licence.\n- (a) if the foreign driver licence corresponds to a learner licence—to learn to drive a class C motor vehicle on a Queensland road; and\n- (b) otherwise—to drive a class C motor vehicle on a Queensland road.","sortOrder":248},{"sectionNumber":"sec.207","sectionType":"section","heading":"Non-Queensland driver licence holders must comply with conditions","content":"### sec.207 Non-Queensland driver licence holders must comply with conditions\n\nThe holder of a non-Queensland driver licence who is driving on a Queensland road under the licence must comply with a condition of the licence.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.","sortOrder":249},{"sectionNumber":"sec.208","sectionType":"section","heading":"Notice of mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely","content":"### sec.208 Notice of mental or physical incapacity likely to adversely affect ability to drive safely\n\nThis section applies to the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence who intends to drive on a Queensland road under the licence.\nIf the holder has a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely, the holder must give a notice about the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder drives on a Queensland road.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\nSubsection (2) does not apply if the holder has previously given notice about the holder’s incapacity to the entity that issued the holder’s non-Queensland driver licence.\nSubsection (5) applies if—\nthe holder has an increase in, or other aggravation of, an existing permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity, including an incapacity that the holder has previously given notice of to the chief executive or the entity that issued the holder’s non-Queensland driver licence; and\nthe increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\nThe holder must give a notice about the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder drives on a Queensland road.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\nIn a proceeding for an offence against subsection (2) or (5) , it is a defence for the holder to prove the holder was unaware, at the time of the offence, that—\nthe holder had a mental or physical incapacity; or\nthe incapacity was likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\nIn a proceeding for an offence against subsection (5) , it is also a defence for the holder to prove the holder was unaware, at the time of the offence, that—\nthe incapacity had increased or otherwise been aggravated; or\nthe increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.208-ssec.1) This section applies to the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence who intends to drive on a Queensland road under the licence.\n(sec.208-ssec.2) If the holder has a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely, the holder must give a notice about the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder drives on a Queensland road. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\n(sec.208-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply if the holder has previously given notice about the holder’s incapacity to the entity that issued the holder’s non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.208-ssec.4) Subsection (5) applies if— the holder has an increase in, or other aggravation of, an existing permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity, including an incapacity that the holder has previously given notice of to the chief executive or the entity that issued the holder’s non-Queensland driver licence; and the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.208-ssec.5) The holder must give a notice about the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity to the chief executive before the holder drives on a Queensland road. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the notice.\n(sec.208-ssec.6) In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (2) or (5) , it is a defence for the holder to prove the holder was unaware, at the time of the offence, that— the holder had a mental or physical incapacity; or the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n(sec.208-ssec.7) In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (5) , it is also a defence for the holder to prove the holder was unaware, at the time of the offence, that— the incapacity had increased or otherwise been aggravated; or the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the holder has an increase in, or other aggravation of, an existing permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity, including an incapacity that the holder has previously given notice of to the chief executive or the entity that issued the holder’s non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the holder had a mental or physical incapacity; or\n- (b) the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.\n- (a) the incapacity had increased or otherwise been aggravated; or\n- (b) the increase in, or other aggravation of, the incapacity was likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely.","sortOrder":250},{"sectionNumber":"ch.5-pt.2-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Withdrawal of authority to drive","content":"## Withdrawal of authority to drive","sortOrder":251},{"sectionNumber":"sec.209","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of division","content":"### sec.209 Purpose of division\n\nThis division states when the authority to drive, or learn to drive, a motor vehicle on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence, given to the holder of the licence under division 1 , is withdrawn.\nSee also sections 270 , 280 to 283 , 286 and 287 .","sortOrder":252},{"sectionNumber":"sec.210","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority withdrawn if Queensland driver licences granted or holders fail practical driving tests","content":"### sec.210 Authority withdrawn if Queensland driver licences granted or holders fail practical driving tests\n\nIf the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence is granted a Queensland driver licence, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn.\nIf the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence fails a practical driving test, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn.\n(sec.210-ssec.1) If the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence is granted a Queensland driver licence, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn.\n(sec.210-ssec.2) If the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence fails a practical driving test, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn.","sortOrder":253},{"sectionNumber":"sec.211","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority withdrawn if interstate licence holders take up residence","content":"### sec.211 Authority withdrawn if interstate licence holders take up residence\n\nIf the holder of an interstate licence takes up residence in Queensland, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the interstate licence is withdrawn on the day that is 3 months after the day the holder takes up residence.\nThis section does not apply to a defence force member, or an eligible family member of a defence force member, who carries a current Australian Defence Force Identification Card, issued by the Australian Defence Force, while driving.\nIn this section—\ndefence force member means—\na member of the Permanent Forces under the Defence Act 1903 (Cwlth) ; or\na member of the Reserves under the Defence Act 1903 (Cwlth) who is performing continuous full-time service.\neligible family member , of a defence force member, means a person who—\nresides with the defence force member; and\nis entitled to be transferred with the defence force member at the expense of the Australian Defence Force.\n(sec.211-ssec.1) If the holder of an interstate licence takes up residence in Queensland, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the interstate licence is withdrawn on the day that is 3 months after the day the holder takes up residence.\n(sec.211-ssec.2) This section does not apply to a defence force member, or an eligible family member of a defence force member, who carries a current Australian Defence Force Identification Card, issued by the Australian Defence Force, while driving.\n(sec.211-ssec.3) In this section— defence force member means— a member of the Permanent Forces under the Defence Act 1903 (Cwlth) ; or a member of the Reserves under the Defence Act 1903 (Cwlth) who is performing continuous full-time service. eligible family member , of a defence force member, means a person who— resides with the defence force member; and is entitled to be transferred with the defence force member at the expense of the Australian Defence Force.\n- (a) a member of the Permanent Forces under the Defence Act 1903 (Cwlth) ; or\n- (b) a member of the Reserves under the Defence Act 1903 (Cwlth) who is performing continuous full-time service.\n- (a) resides with the defence force member; and\n- (b) is entitled to be transferred with the defence force member at the expense of the Australian Defence Force.","sortOrder":254},{"sectionNumber":"sec.212","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority withdrawn if foreign driver licence holders take up residence","content":"### sec.212 Authority withdrawn if foreign driver licence holders take up residence\n\nIf the holder of a foreign driver licence takes up residence in Queensland, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn on the day that is 3 months after—\nif the holder is an Australian citizen—the day the holder takes up residence; or\nif the holder is not an Australian citizen but is granted a resident visa before taking up residence—the day the holder takes up residence; or\nif the holder is not an Australian citizen but is granted a resident visa after taking up residence—the day the visa is granted.\nIn this section—\nresident visa means a permanent visa, or a special category visa, under the Migration Act 1958 (Cwlth) .\n(sec.212-ssec.1) If the holder of a foreign driver licence takes up residence in Queensland, the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn on the day that is 3 months after— if the holder is an Australian citizen—the day the holder takes up residence; or if the holder is not an Australian citizen but is granted a resident visa before taking up residence—the day the holder takes up residence; or if the holder is not an Australian citizen but is granted a resident visa after taking up residence—the day the visa is granted.\n(sec.212-ssec.2) In this section— resident visa means a permanent visa, or a special category visa, under the Migration Act 1958 (Cwlth) .\n- (a) if the holder is an Australian citizen—the day the holder takes up residence; or\n- (b) if the holder is not an Australian citizen but is granted a resident visa before taking up residence—the day the holder takes up residence; or\n- (c) if the holder is not an Australian citizen but is granted a resident visa after taking up residence—the day the visa is granted.","sortOrder":255},{"sectionNumber":"sec.213","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive may withdraw authority if mental or physical incapacity","content":"### sec.213 Chief executive may withdraw authority if mental or physical incapacity\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe chief executive is given information about the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence from the holder or a health professional; and\nbecause of the information, the chief executive considers the holder may have a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; and\nthe chief executive considers—\npublic safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or\nimmediate withdrawal of the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\nThe chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder, immediately withdraw the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the non-Queensland driver licence.\nThe notice must state that the withdrawal takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice.\nThe chief executive must also give the holder an information notice for the decision.\nThe withdrawal takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice under subsection (2) .\n(sec.213-ssec.1) This section applies if— the chief executive is given information about the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence from the holder or a health professional; and because of the information, the chief executive considers the holder may have a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; and the chief executive considers— public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or immediate withdrawal of the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n(sec.213-ssec.2) The chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder, immediately withdraw the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.213-ssec.3) The notice must state that the withdrawal takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice.\n(sec.213-ssec.4) The chief executive must also give the holder an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.213-ssec.5) The withdrawal takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice under subsection (2) .\n- (a) the chief executive is given information about the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence from the holder or a health professional; and\n- (b) because of the information, the chief executive considers the holder may have a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; and\n- (c) the chief executive considers— (i) public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or (ii) immediate withdrawal of the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n- (i) public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or\n- (ii) immediate withdrawal of the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n- (i) public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or\n- (ii) immediate withdrawal of the holder’s authority under division 1 to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.","sortOrder":256},{"sectionNumber":"ch.5-pt.2-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Limited driving permitted despite withdrawal","content":"## Limited driving permitted despite withdrawal","sortOrder":257},{"sectionNumber":"sec.214","sectionType":"section","heading":"Permitted practical driving tests and Q-Ride training after withdrawal","content":"### sec.214 Permitted practical driving tests and Q-Ride training after withdrawal\n\nThis section applies to the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence if—\nthe holder’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn under division 2 , other than under section 213 ; and\nthe holder must pass a practical driving test, or hold a competency declaration, to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence.\nDespite the withdrawal, the holder may—\ntake a practical driving test for the Queensland driver licence; or\nreceive Q-Ride training to obtain a competency declaration for the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.214-ssec.1) This section applies to the holder of a non-Queensland driver licence if— the holder’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn under division 2 , other than under section 213 ; and the holder must pass a practical driving test, or hold a competency declaration, to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.214-ssec.2) Despite the withdrawal, the holder may— take a practical driving test for the Queensland driver licence; or receive Q-Ride training to obtain a competency declaration for the Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the holder’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, under the licence is withdrawn under division 2 , other than under section 213 ; and\n- (b) the holder must pass a practical driving test, or hold a competency declaration, to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) take a practical driving test for the Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) receive Q-Ride training to obtain a competency declaration for the Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":258},{"sectionNumber":"ch.5-pt.2-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Driving under defence force licences","content":"## Driving under defence force licences","sortOrder":259},{"sectionNumber":"sec.215","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority to drive under defence force licences","content":"### sec.215 Authority to drive under defence force licences\n\nThe holder of a defence force licence that is in effect is authorised under the licence to drive, on a Queensland road, a defence force vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the performance of the holder’s functions for the Australian Defence Force.\nIn this section—\ndefence force vehicle means a motor vehicle owned or used by the Australian Defence Force.\n(sec.215-ssec.1) The holder of a defence force licence that is in effect is authorised under the licence to drive, on a Queensland road, a defence force vehicle the holder is authorised to drive under the licence in the performance of the holder’s functions for the Australian Defence Force.\n(sec.215-ssec.2) In this section— defence force vehicle means a motor vehicle owned or used by the Australian Defence Force.","sortOrder":260},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Offences about learning to drive","content":"# Offences about learning to drive","sortOrder":261},{"sectionNumber":"sec.216","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learning to drive must be properly supervised—motor vehicles other than motorbikes","content":"### sec.216 Learning to drive must be properly supervised—motor vehicles other than motorbikes\n\nThis section applies in relation to a motor vehicle other than a motorbike.\nA person who is authorised to learn to drive a motor vehicle under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) must not drive the vehicle on a road unless—\nthe learner is driving under the direction of someone else (a supervisor ) who—\nholds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and\nhas held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\nthe supervisor sits—\nif the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or\notherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSubsections (4) and (5) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to drive the motor vehicle under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\nSubsection (2) does not apply to the learner if the learner is not required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\nThe learner is taken to comply with subsection (2) if the learner—\nis required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\nis driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else; and\nis complying with any other requirements that apply to the learner in relation to driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\na requirement that the learner must not drive the motor vehicle on a road unless the learner is driving under the direction of a person who holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place in the vehicle\n(sec.216-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a motor vehicle other than a motorbike.\n(sec.216-ssec.2) A person who is authorised to learn to drive a motor vehicle under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) must not drive the vehicle on a road unless— the learner is driving under the direction of someone else (a supervisor ) who— holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and the supervisor sits— if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.216-ssec.3) Subsections (4) and (5) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to drive the motor vehicle under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\n(sec.216-ssec.4) Subsection (2) does not apply to the learner if the learner is not required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\n(sec.216-ssec.5) The learner is taken to comply with subsection (2) if the learner— is required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and is driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else; and is complying with any other requirements that apply to the learner in relation to driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. a requirement that the learner must not drive the motor vehicle on a road unless the learner is driving under the direction of a person who holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place in the vehicle\n- (a) the learner is driving under the direction of someone else (a supervisor ) who— (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and\n- (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (b) the supervisor sits— (i) if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or (ii) otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\n- (i) if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or\n- (ii) otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\n- (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and\n- (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (i) if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or\n- (ii) otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\n- (a) is required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\n- (b) is driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else; and\n- (c) is complying with any other requirements that apply to the learner in relation to driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. Examples of requirements in relation to driving the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else— a requirement that the learner must not drive the motor vehicle on a road unless the learner is driving under the direction of a person who holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place in the vehicle","sortOrder":262},{"sectionNumber":"sec.217","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learning to ride motorbikes must be properly supervised","content":"### sec.217 Learning to ride motorbikes must be properly supervised\n\nA person who is authorised to learn to ride a motorbike under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) must not ride the motorbike on a road unless—\nthe learner is riding under the direction of someone else (a supervisor ), whether or not the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike; and\nthe supervisor—\nholds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and\nhas held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and\nif the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike—the supervisor is in a sidecar attached to the motorbike.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSubsections (3) and (4) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to ride the motorbike under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\nSubsection (1) does not apply to the learner if the learner is not required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\nThe learner is taken to comply with subsection (1) if the learner—\nis required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\nis riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else; and\nis complying with any other requirements that apply to the learner in relation to riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\na requirement that the learner must not ride the motorbike on a road unless the learner is riding under the direction of a person who holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place on the motorbike\n(sec.217-ssec.1) A person who is authorised to learn to ride a motorbike under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) must not ride the motorbike on a road unless— the learner is riding under the direction of someone else (a supervisor ), whether or not the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike; and the supervisor— holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and if the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike—the supervisor is in a sidecar attached to the motorbike. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.217-ssec.2) Subsections (3) and (4) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to ride the motorbike under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\n(sec.217-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply to the learner if the learner is not required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\n(sec.217-ssec.4) The learner is taken to comply with subsection (1) if the learner— is required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and is riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else; and is complying with any other requirements that apply to the learner in relation to riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. a requirement that the learner must not ride the motorbike on a road unless the learner is riding under the direction of a person who holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place on the motorbike\n- (a) the learner is riding under the direction of someone else (a supervisor ), whether or not the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike; and\n- (b) the supervisor— (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and\n- (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (c) if the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike—the supervisor is in a sidecar attached to the motorbike.\n- (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and\n- (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (a) is required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\n- (b) is riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else; and\n- (c) is complying with any other requirements that apply to the learner in relation to riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. Examples of requirements in relation to riding the motorbike under the direction of someone else— a requirement that the learner must not ride the motorbike on a road unless the learner is riding under the direction of a person who holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place on the motorbike","sortOrder":263},{"sectionNumber":"sec.218","sectionType":"section","heading":"Supervising learners—motor vehicles other than motorbikes","content":"### sec.218 Supervising learners—motor vehicles other than motorbikes\n\nThis section applies in relation to a motor vehicle other than a motorbike.\nA person (a supervisor ) must not direct the driving of a motor vehicle on a road by another person who is authorised to learn to drive the vehicle under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) unless—\nthe supervisor—\nholds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and\nhas held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\nthe supervisor sits—\nif the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or\notherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSubsections (4) and (5) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to drive the motor vehicle under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\nSubsection (2) does not apply to the supervisor if the learner is not required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\nThe supervisor is taken to comply with subsection (2) if—\nthe learner is required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\nthe supervisor is complying with any requirements that apply to the supervisor in relation to directing the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\na requirement that a person who directs the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place in the vehicle\n(sec.218-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a motor vehicle other than a motorbike.\n(sec.218-ssec.2) A person (a supervisor ) must not direct the driving of a motor vehicle on a road by another person who is authorised to learn to drive the vehicle under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) unless— the supervisor— holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and the supervisor sits— if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units.\n(sec.218-ssec.3) Subsections (4) and (5) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to drive the motor vehicle under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\n(sec.218-ssec.4) Subsection (2) does not apply to the supervisor if the learner is not required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\n(sec.218-ssec.5) The supervisor is taken to comply with subsection (2) if— the learner is required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and the supervisor is complying with any requirements that apply to the supervisor in relation to directing the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. a requirement that a person who directs the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place in the vehicle\n- (a) the supervisor— (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and\n- (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (b) the supervisor sits— (i) if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or (ii) otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\n- (i) if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or\n- (ii) otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\n- (i) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle; and\n- (ii) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to drive the vehicle, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (i) if the vehicle has passenger seating next to the learner—next to the learner; or\n- (ii) otherwise—near the learner in the vehicle.\n- (a) the learner is required to drive the motor vehicle under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\n- (b) the supervisor is complying with any requirements that apply to the supervisor in relation to directing the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. Examples of requirements in relation to directing the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner— a requirement that a person who directs the driving of the motor vehicle by the learner holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place in the vehicle","sortOrder":264},{"sectionNumber":"sec.219","sectionType":"section","heading":"Supervising learners—motorbikes","content":"### sec.219 Supervising learners—motorbikes\n\nA person (a supervisor ) must not direct the riding of a motorbike on a road by another person who is authorised to learn to ride the motorbike under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) unless the supervisor—\nholds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and\nhas held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and\nif the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike—is in a sidecar attached to the motorbike.\nMaximum penalty—60 penalty units.\nSubsections (3) and (4) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to ride the motorbike under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\nSubsection (1) does not apply to the supervisor if the learner is not required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\nThe supervisor is taken to comply with subsection (1) if—\nthe learner is required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\nthe supervisor is complying with any requirements that apply to the supervisor in relation to directing the riding of the motorbike by the learner in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\na requirement that a person who directs the riding of the motorbike by the learner holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place on the motorbike\n(sec.219-ssec.1) A person (a supervisor ) must not direct the riding of a motorbike on a road by another person who is authorised to learn to ride the motorbike under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 (a learner ) unless the supervisor— holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and if the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike—is in a sidecar attached to the motorbike. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units.\n(sec.219-ssec.2) Subsections (3) and (4) apply if the learner is authorised under chapter 5 to learn to ride the motorbike under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\n(sec.219-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply to the supervisor if the learner is not required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\n(sec.219-ssec.4) The supervisor is taken to comply with subsection (1) if— the learner is required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and the supervisor is complying with any requirements that apply to the supervisor in relation to directing the riding of the motorbike by the learner in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. a requirement that a person who directs the riding of the motorbike by the learner holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place on the motorbike\n- (a) holds an O type licence that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike; and\n- (b) has held an O type licence, that authorises the supervisor to ride the motorbike, for a period of at least 1 year; and\n- (c) if the supervisor is a passenger on the motorbike—is in a sidecar attached to the motorbike.\n- (a) the learner is required to ride the motorbike under the direction of someone else in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\n- (b) the supervisor is complying with any requirements that apply to the supervisor in relation to directing the riding of the motorbike by the learner in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. Examples of requirements in relation to directing the riding of the motorbike by the learner— a requirement that a person who directs the riding of the motorbike by the learner holds a particular category of driver licence or sits in a particular place on the motorbike","sortOrder":265},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Display of plates","content":"# Display of plates","sortOrder":266},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.2-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"L plates","content":"## L plates","sortOrder":267},{"sectionNumber":"sec.220","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definition for division","content":"### sec.220 Definition for division\n\nIn this division—\nlearner means a person who holds a Queensland driver licence and is authorised, under chapter 2 or section 174 , to learn to drive a motor vehicle under the licence.","sortOrder":268},{"sectionNumber":"sec.221","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learners must not drive unless L plates are displayed and clearly legible","content":"### sec.221 Learners must not drive unless L plates are displayed and clearly legible\n\nA learner must not drive on a road a motor vehicle the learner is authorised to learn to drive under the learner’s Queensland driver licence unless—\nif the vehicle is a motorbike—an L plate is displayed so the L character on the L plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike; or\notherwise—L plates are displayed so the L character on an L plate is clearly legible from—\n20m in front of the vehicle; and\n20m behind the vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n- (a) if the vehicle is a motorbike—an L plate is displayed so the L character on the L plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike; or\n- (b) otherwise—L plates are displayed so the L character on an L plate is clearly legible from— (i) 20m in front of the vehicle; and (ii) 20m behind the vehicle.\n- (i) 20m in front of the vehicle; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the vehicle.\n- (i) 20m in front of the vehicle; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the vehicle.","sortOrder":269},{"sectionNumber":"sec.222","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons must not direct learners unless L plates are displayed and clearly legible","content":"### sec.222 Persons must not direct learners unless L plates are displayed and clearly legible\n\nA person must not direct the driving of a motor vehicle on a road by a learner who is authorised to learn to drive the vehicle unless—\nif the vehicle is a motorbike—an L plate is displayed so the L character on the L plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike; or\notherwise—L plates are displayed so the L character on an L plate is clearly legible from—\n20m in front of the vehicle; and\n20m behind the vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n- (a) if the vehicle is a motorbike—an L plate is displayed so the L character on the L plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike; or\n- (b) otherwise—L plates are displayed so the L character on an L plate is clearly legible from— (i) 20m in front of the vehicle; and (ii) 20m behind the vehicle.\n- (i) 20m in front of the vehicle; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the vehicle.\n- (i) 20m in front of the vehicle; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the vehicle.","sortOrder":270},{"sectionNumber":"sec.223","sectionType":"section","heading":"Other persons must not display L plates","content":"### sec.223 Other persons must not display L plates\n\nA person must not display an L plate while driving a motor vehicle on a road unless the person—\nholds a Queensland driver licence that authorises the person to learn to drive the vehicle; or\nholds a non-Queensland driver licence and is authorised to learn to drive the vehicle in the jurisdiction that issued the licence; or\nis a driver trainer.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n- (a) holds a Queensland driver licence that authorises the person to learn to drive the vehicle; or\n- (b) holds a non-Queensland driver licence and is authorised to learn to drive the vehicle in the jurisdiction that issued the licence; or\n- (c) is a driver trainer.","sortOrder":271},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.2-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Red P plates and green P plates","content":"## Red P plates and green P plates","sortOrder":272},{"sectionNumber":"sec.224","sectionType":"section","heading":"Holders of P1 type licences must not drive unless red P plates are displayed and clearly legible","content":"### sec.224 Holders of P1 type licences must not drive unless red P plates are displayed and clearly legible\n\nA person who holds a P1 type licence must not drive on a road a car or motorbike that the person is authorised to drive under the licence unless—\nfor a car—red P plates are displayed so the P character on a red P plate is clearly legible from—\n20m in front of the car; and\n20m behind the car; or\nfor a motorbike—a red P plate is displayed so the P character on the P plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nThis section does not apply to a person who is an emergency service worker, or an exempt police driver, driving a car or motorbike in the course of the person’s duty.\nSee also section 144 of the Act .\n(sec.224-ssec.1) A person who holds a P1 type licence must not drive on a road a car or motorbike that the person is authorised to drive under the licence unless— for a car—red P plates are displayed so the P character on a red P plate is clearly legible from— 20m in front of the car; and 20m behind the car; or for a motorbike—a red P plate is displayed so the P character on the P plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.224-ssec.2) This section does not apply to a person who is an emergency service worker, or an exempt police driver, driving a car or motorbike in the course of the person’s duty. See also section 144 of the Act .\n- (a) for a car—red P plates are displayed so the P character on a red P plate is clearly legible from— (i) 20m in front of the car; and (ii) 20m behind the car; or\n- (i) 20m in front of the car; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the car; or\n- (b) for a motorbike—a red P plate is displayed so the P character on the P plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike.\n- (i) 20m in front of the car; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the car; or","sortOrder":273},{"sectionNumber":"sec.225","sectionType":"section","heading":"Holders of P2 type licences must not drive unless green P plates are displayed and clearly legible","content":"### sec.225 Holders of P2 type licences must not drive unless green P plates are displayed and clearly legible\n\nA person who holds a P2 type licence must not drive on a road a car or motorbike that the person is authorised to drive under the licence unless—\nfor a car—green P plates are displayed so the P character on a green P plate is clearly legible from—\n20m in front of the car; and\n20m behind the car; or\nfor a motorbike—a green P plate is displayed so the P character on the P plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nThis section does not apply to a person who is an emergency service worker, or an exempt police driver, driving a car or motorbike in the course of the person’s duty.\nSee also section 144 of the Act .\n(sec.225-ssec.1) A person who holds a P2 type licence must not drive on a road a car or motorbike that the person is authorised to drive under the licence unless— for a car—green P plates are displayed so the P character on a green P plate is clearly legible from— 20m in front of the car; and 20m behind the car; or for a motorbike—a green P plate is displayed so the P character on the P plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.225-ssec.2) This section does not apply to a person who is an emergency service worker, or an exempt police driver, driving a car or motorbike in the course of the person’s duty. See also section 144 of the Act .\n- (a) for a car—green P plates are displayed so the P character on a green P plate is clearly legible from— (i) 20m in front of the car; and (ii) 20m behind the car; or\n- (i) 20m in front of the car; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the car; or\n- (b) for a motorbike—a green P plate is displayed so the P character on the P plate is clearly legible from 20m behind the motorbike.\n- (i) 20m in front of the car; and\n- (ii) 20m behind the car; or","sortOrder":274},{"sectionNumber":"sec.226","sectionType":"section","heading":"Other persons must not display P plates","content":"### sec.226 Other persons must not display P plates\n\nA person must not display a red P plate while driving a motor vehicle on a road unless—\nthe vehicle is a car or moped and the person holds a P1 type licence that authorises the person to drive a class C motor vehicle; or\nthe vehicle is a motorbike and the person holds a P1 type licence that authorises the person to ride a class RE or class R motorbike.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nA person must not display a green P plate while driving a motor vehicle on a road unless—\nthe vehicle is a car or moped and the person holds a P2 type licence that authorises the person to drive a class C motor vehicle; or\nthe vehicle is a motorbike and the person holds a P2 type licence that authorises the person to ride a class RE or class R motorbike.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nThis section does not apply to a person who is authorised under chapter 5 to drive a motor vehicle on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence if the person—\ndisplays a red P plate or green P plate while driving the motor vehicle; and\nis required to display the P plate while driving in the jurisdiction that issued the licence.\n(sec.226-ssec.1) A person must not display a red P plate while driving a motor vehicle on a road unless— the vehicle is a car or moped and the person holds a P1 type licence that authorises the person to drive a class C motor vehicle; or the vehicle is a motorbike and the person holds a P1 type licence that authorises the person to ride a class RE or class R motorbike. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.226-ssec.2) A person must not display a green P plate while driving a motor vehicle on a road unless— the vehicle is a car or moped and the person holds a P2 type licence that authorises the person to drive a class C motor vehicle; or the vehicle is a motorbike and the person holds a P2 type licence that authorises the person to ride a class RE or class R motorbike. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.226-ssec.3) This section does not apply to a person who is authorised under chapter 5 to drive a motor vehicle on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence if the person— displays a red P plate or green P plate while driving the motor vehicle; and is required to display the P plate while driving in the jurisdiction that issued the licence.\n- (a) the vehicle is a car or moped and the person holds a P1 type licence that authorises the person to drive a class C motor vehicle; or\n- (b) the vehicle is a motorbike and the person holds a P1 type licence that authorises the person to ride a class RE or class R motorbike.\n- (a) the vehicle is a car or moped and the person holds a P2 type licence that authorises the person to drive a class C motor vehicle; or\n- (b) the vehicle is a motorbike and the person holds a P2 type licence that authorises the person to ride a class RE or class R motorbike.\n- (a) displays a red P plate or green P plate while driving the motor vehicle; and\n- (b) is required to display the P plate while driving in the jurisdiction that issued the licence.","sortOrder":275},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Young licence holders and their passengers","content":"# Young licence holders and their passengers","sortOrder":276},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Preliminary","content":"## Preliminary","sortOrder":277},{"sectionNumber":"sec.227","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of part","content":"### sec.227 Application of part\n\nThis part does not apply in relation to a person who is an emergency service worker, or an exempt police driver, driving a motor vehicle in the course of the person’s duty.\nSee also section 144 of the Act .","sortOrder":278},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Use of mobile phones by drivers and passengers","content":"## Use of mobile phones by drivers and passengers","sortOrder":279},{"sectionNumber":"sec.228","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of mobile phones by particular licence holders","content":"### sec.228 Use of mobile phones by particular licence holders\n\nThis section applies to a person driving a motor vehicle on a road if the person—\nis under 25 years and holds—\na class C learner licence; or\na class C P1 provisional licence; or\na heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or\na class RE P1 provisional licence; or\na class R P1 provisional licence; or\nholds any of the following because of a young driver disqualification offence—\na class C P1 probationary licence;\na heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence;\na class RE P1 probationary licence;\na class R P1 probationary licence.\nThe person must not use a mobile phone while the motor vehicle is—\nmoving; or\nstationary but not parked.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\nSubsection (2) does not apply to a person using a mobile phone—\nto the extent the mobile phone is in a pocket of the person’s clothing, or in a pouch worn by the person, and kept in a way that does not allow the person to operate the phone or a function of the phone in any way; or\nwhile the motor vehicle is stationary and to the extent the mobile phone is in a wallet, or has attached to it a wallet, that the driver is using for any of the following purposes—\nto obtain and produce for inspection a licence, permit, authority or other document, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act;\nto obtain and use money, or another form of payment, to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for;\na drive-through retail outlet\nto obtain and use a card or other thing to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\nAlso, subsection (2) (b) does not apply to a person using a mobile phone while the motor vehicle is stationary for any of the following purposes—\nto produce for inspection a digital authority or other document stored on the phone, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act;\nto pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for;\na drive-through retail outlet\nto use the phone as an electronic device that enables the person to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\nIn this section—\nuse , in relation to a mobile phone, means—\noperate the phone or a function of the phone in any way; or\nhold the phone in the person’s hand, or rest the phone on any part of the person’s body—\nwhether or not the phone is on or operating; and\nwhether or not for the purpose of operating the phone or a function of the phone; and\nwhether or not the phone is partially or wholly supported by another part of the person’s body or another thing.\n(sec.228-ssec.1) This section applies to a person driving a motor vehicle on a road if the person— is under 25 years and holds— a class C learner licence; or a class C P1 provisional licence; or a heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or a class RE P1 provisional licence; or a class R P1 provisional licence; or holds any of the following because of a young driver disqualification offence— a class C P1 probationary licence; a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence; a class RE P1 probationary licence; a class R P1 probationary licence.\n(sec.228-ssec.2) The person must not use a mobile phone while the motor vehicle is— moving; or stationary but not parked. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n(sec.228-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply to a person using a mobile phone— to the extent the mobile phone is in a pocket of the person’s clothing, or in a pouch worn by the person, and kept in a way that does not allow the person to operate the phone or a function of the phone in any way; or while the motor vehicle is stationary and to the extent the mobile phone is in a wallet, or has attached to it a wallet, that the driver is using for any of the following purposes— to obtain and produce for inspection a licence, permit, authority or other document, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act; to obtain and use money, or another form of payment, to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for; a drive-through retail outlet to obtain and use a card or other thing to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\n(sec.228-ssec.4) Also, subsection (2) (b) does not apply to a person using a mobile phone while the motor vehicle is stationary for any of the following purposes— to produce for inspection a digital authority or other document stored on the phone, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act; to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for; a drive-through retail outlet to use the phone as an electronic device that enables the person to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\n(sec.228-ssec.5) In this section— use , in relation to a mobile phone, means— operate the phone or a function of the phone in any way; or hold the phone in the person’s hand, or rest the phone on any part of the person’s body— whether or not the phone is on or operating; and whether or not for the purpose of operating the phone or a function of the phone; and whether or not the phone is partially or wholly supported by another part of the person’s body or another thing.\n- (a) is under 25 years and holds— (i) a class C learner licence; or (ii) a class C P1 provisional licence; or (iii) a heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or (iv) a class RE P1 provisional licence; or (v) a class R P1 provisional licence; or\n- (i) a class C learner licence; or\n- (ii) a class C P1 provisional licence; or\n- (iii) a heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or\n- (iv) a class RE P1 provisional licence; or\n- (v) a class R P1 provisional licence; or\n- (b) holds any of the following because of a young driver disqualification offence— (i) a class C P1 probationary licence; (ii) a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence; (iii) a class RE P1 probationary licence; (iv) a class R P1 probationary licence.\n- (i) a class C P1 probationary licence;\n- (ii) a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence;\n- (iii) a class RE P1 probationary licence;\n- (iv) a class R P1 probationary licence.\n- (i) a class C learner licence; or\n- (ii) a class C P1 provisional licence; or\n- (iii) a heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or\n- (iv) a class RE P1 provisional licence; or\n- (v) a class R P1 provisional licence; or\n- (i) a class C P1 probationary licence;\n- (ii) a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence;\n- (iii) a class RE P1 probationary licence;\n- (iv) a class R P1 probationary licence.\n- (a) moving; or\n- (b) stationary but not parked.\n- (a) to the extent the mobile phone is in a pocket of the person’s clothing, or in a pouch worn by the person, and kept in a way that does not allow the person to operate the phone or a function of the phone in any way; or\n- (b) while the motor vehicle is stationary and to the extent the mobile phone is in a wallet, or has attached to it a wallet, that the driver is using for any of the following purposes— (i) to obtain and produce for inspection a licence, permit, authority or other document, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act; (ii) to obtain and use money, or another form of payment, to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for; Example of a place for subparagraph (ii) — a drive-through retail outlet (iii) to obtain and use a card or other thing to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\n- (i) to obtain and produce for inspection a licence, permit, authority or other document, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act;\n- (ii) to obtain and use money, or another form of payment, to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for; Example of a place for subparagraph (ii) — a drive-through retail outlet\n- (iii) to obtain and use a card or other thing to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\n- (i) to obtain and produce for inspection a licence, permit, authority or other document, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act;\n- (ii) to obtain and use money, or another form of payment, to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for; Example of a place for subparagraph (ii) — a drive-through retail outlet\n- (iii) to obtain and use a card or other thing to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\n- (a) to produce for inspection a digital authority or other document stored on the phone, as required under an Act or by a police officer or another person acting under an Act;\n- (b) to pay for goods or services, if the place where the motor vehicle is stationary is a place where the goods or services are lawfully paid for; Example of a place for paragraph (b) — a drive-through retail outlet\n- (c) to use the phone as an electronic device that enables the person to enter a road-related area or land adjacent to a road-related area.\n- (a) operate the phone or a function of the phone in any way; or\n- (b) hold the phone in the person’s hand, or rest the phone on any part of the person’s body— (i) whether or not the phone is on or operating; and (ii) whether or not for the purpose of operating the phone or a function of the phone; and (iii) whether or not the phone is partially or wholly supported by another part of the person’s body or another thing.\n- (i) whether or not the phone is on or operating; and\n- (ii) whether or not for the purpose of operating the phone or a function of the phone; and\n- (iii) whether or not the phone is partially or wholly supported by another part of the person’s body or another thing.\n- (i) whether or not the phone is on or operating; and\n- (ii) whether or not for the purpose of operating the phone or a function of the phone; and\n- (iii) whether or not the phone is partially or wholly supported by another part of the person’s body or another thing.","sortOrder":280},{"sectionNumber":"sec.229","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of mobile phones by passengers","content":"### sec.229 Use of mobile phones by passengers\n\nThis section applies to a passenger in a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC or MC motor vehicle driven on a road by a person who—\nis under 25 years and holds a class C learner licence or a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\nholds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\nThe passenger must not use a mobile phone in loudspeaker mode while the motor vehicle is moving or stationary but not parked.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n(sec.229-ssec.1) This section applies to a passenger in a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC or MC motor vehicle driven on a road by a person who— is under 25 years and holds a class C learner licence or a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\n(sec.229-ssec.2) The passenger must not use a mobile phone in loudspeaker mode while the motor vehicle is moving or stationary but not parked. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n- (a) is under 25 years and holds a class C learner licence or a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\n- (b) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.","sortOrder":281},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"High-powered vehicles","content":"## High-powered vehicles","sortOrder":282},{"sectionNumber":"sec.230","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving high-powered vehicles on roads","content":"### sec.230 Driving high-powered vehicles on roads\n\nThis section applies to a person who—\nis under 25 years and holds a relevant provisional licence; or\nholds a relevant probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\nThe person must not drive a high-powered vehicle on a road unless—\nboth of the following apply—\na certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) or 239 (1) , that allows the person to drive the vehicle, is in effect for the person;\nthe person is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate; or\nthe person is authorised, under section 15 (2) , to learn to drive the vehicle under the relevant provisional licence or relevant probationary licence.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\nIn this section—\nrelevant probationary licence means—\na class C P1 probationary licence; or\na heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence; or\na class C P2 probationary licence; or\na heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licence.\nrelevant provisional licence means—\na class C P1 provisional licence; or\na heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or\na class C P2 provisional licence; or\na heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence.\n(sec.230-ssec.1) This section applies to a person who— is under 25 years and holds a relevant provisional licence; or holds a relevant probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\n(sec.230-ssec.2) The person must not drive a high-powered vehicle on a road unless— both of the following apply— a certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) or 239 (1) , that allows the person to drive the vehicle, is in effect for the person; the person is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate; or the person is authorised, under section 15 (2) , to learn to drive the vehicle under the relevant provisional licence or relevant probationary licence. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n(sec.230-ssec.3) In this section— relevant probationary licence means— a class C P1 probationary licence; or a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence; or a class C P2 probationary licence; or a heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licence. relevant provisional licence means— a class C P1 provisional licence; or a heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or a class C P2 provisional licence; or a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence.\n- (a) is under 25 years and holds a relevant provisional licence; or\n- (b) holds a relevant probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\n- (a) both of the following apply— (i) a certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) or 239 (1) , that allows the person to drive the vehicle, is in effect for the person; (ii) the person is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate; or\n- (i) a certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) or 239 (1) , that allows the person to drive the vehicle, is in effect for the person;\n- (ii) the person is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate; or\n- (b) the person is authorised, under section 15 (2) , to learn to drive the vehicle under the relevant provisional licence or relevant probationary licence.\n- (i) a certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) or 239 (1) , that allows the person to drive the vehicle, is in effect for the person;\n- (ii) the person is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate; or\n- (a) a class C P1 probationary licence; or\n- (b) a heavy vehicle class P1 probationary licence; or\n- (c) a class C P2 probationary licence; or\n- (d) a heavy vehicle class P2 probationary licence.\n- (a) a class C P1 provisional licence; or\n- (b) a heavy vehicle class P1 provisional licence; or\n- (c) a class C P2 provisional licence; or\n- (d) a heavy vehicle class P2 provisional licence.","sortOrder":283},{"sectionNumber":"sec.231","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for certificates of exemption for individuals","content":"### sec.231 Applications for certificates of exemption for individuals\n\nA person to whom section 230 (1) applies may apply to the chief executive for a certificate of exemption under this subdivision that allows the person to drive a particular high-powered vehicle on a road.\nFor requirements about the application, see sections 233 (3) , 234 (4) and 235 (2) and chapter 14 , part 1 .","sortOrder":284},{"sectionNumber":"sec.232","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.232 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\nThe chief executive may approve the application only if satisfied of the matters mentioned in section 233 (1) , 234 (1) or 235 (1) .\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.232-ssec.1) The chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\n(sec.232-ssec.2) The chief executive may approve the application only if satisfied of the matters mentioned in section 233 (1) , 234 (1) or 235 (1) .\n(sec.232-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .","sortOrder":285},{"sectionNumber":"sec.233","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications in relation to need to drive high-powered vehicle for particular reasons","content":"### sec.233 Applications in relation to need to drive high-powered vehicle for particular reasons\n\nFor section 232 (2) , the matters are—\nthe applicant needs to drive the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application—\nto or from the applicant’s place of employment; or\nin the course of the applicant’s employment; or\nto or from an educational institution the applicant attends; or\nto get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family; and\nthere is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; and\na refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to—\nthe applicant; or\nthe applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\nIn deciding whether to approve the application on the basis of the matters mentioned in subsection (1) , the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\nAn application in relation to the matters mentioned in subsection (1) must be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from—\nif the applicant needs to drive to or from the applicant’s place of employment, or in the course of the applicant’s employment—the applicant’s employer; or\nif the applicant needs to drive to or from an educational institution the applicant attends—the person in charge of the educational institution; or\nif the applicant needs to drive to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family—a doctor.\n(sec.233-ssec.1) For section 232 (2) , the matters are— the applicant needs to drive the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application— to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or in the course of the applicant’s employment; or to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; or to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family; and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; and a refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to— the applicant; or the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n(sec.233-ssec.2) In deciding whether to approve the application on the basis of the matters mentioned in subsection (1) , the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.233-ssec.3) An application in relation to the matters mentioned in subsection (1) must be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from— if the applicant needs to drive to or from the applicant’s place of employment, or in the course of the applicant’s employment—the applicant’s employer; or if the applicant needs to drive to or from an educational institution the applicant attends—the person in charge of the educational institution; or if the applicant needs to drive to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family—a doctor.\n- (a) the applicant needs to drive the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application— (i) to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or (ii) in the course of the applicant’s employment; or (iii) to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; or (iv) to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family; and\n- (i) to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) in the course of the applicant’s employment; or\n- (iii) to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; or\n- (iv) to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family; and\n- (b) there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; and\n- (c) a refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to— (i) the applicant; or (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (i) the applicant; or\n- (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (i) to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) in the course of the applicant’s employment; or\n- (iii) to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; or\n- (iv) to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family; and\n- (i) the applicant; or\n- (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (a) if the applicant needs to drive to or from the applicant’s place of employment, or in the course of the applicant’s employment—the applicant’s employer; or\n- (b) if the applicant needs to drive to or from an educational institution the applicant attends—the person in charge of the educational institution; or\n- (c) if the applicant needs to drive to get medical treatment for the applicant or a member of the applicant’s family—a doctor.","sortOrder":286},{"sectionNumber":"sec.234","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications in relation to particular high-powered vehicles of applicant or immediate family members","content":"### sec.234 Applications in relation to particular high-powered vehicles of applicant or immediate family members\n\nFor section 232 (2) , the matters are—\nthe only car reasonably available to be driven by the applicant is the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application; and\nthe high-powered vehicle complies with subsection (2) ; and\nthere is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; and\na refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to—\nthe applicant; or\nthe applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the high-powered vehicle must comply with any of the following—\nthe applicant has owned the high-powered vehicle continually since 30 June 2007;\nthe applicant has owned the high-powered vehicle continually since 1 January 2014 and the vehicle—\nwas manufactured on or after 1 January 2010; and\nwould not be a high-powered vehicle if the vehicle had been manufactured before 1 January 2010;\nan immediate family member of the applicant—\nowns or leases the high-powered vehicle; or\npossesses the high-powered vehicle under an employment or salary package.\nIn deciding whether to approve the application on the basis of the matters mentioned in subsection (1) , the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\nAn application in relation to the matters mentioned in subsection (1) that relates to a high-powered vehicle of an immediate family member of the applicant must be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from the immediate family member.\nIn this section—\nimmediate family member , of an applicant, means—\nthe applicant’s spouse; or\na parent of the applicant; or\na spouse of the applicant’s parent; or\na grandparent of the applicant; or\na spouse of a grandparent of the applicant; or\nan approved carer or guardian of the applicant; or\nif the person is an Aboriginal person—a person, or a spouse of a person, who, under Aboriginal tradition, is regarded as a person mentioned in paragraph (b) or (d) ; or\nif the person is a Torres Strait Islander—a person, or a spouse of a person, who, under Island custom, is regarded as a person mentioned in paragraph (b) or (d) .\n(sec.234-ssec.1) For section 232 (2) , the matters are— the only car reasonably available to be driven by the applicant is the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application; and the high-powered vehicle complies with subsection (2) ; and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; and a refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to— the applicant; or the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n(sec.234-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the high-powered vehicle must comply with any of the following— the applicant has owned the high-powered vehicle continually since 30 June 2007; the applicant has owned the high-powered vehicle continually since 1 January 2014 and the vehicle— was manufactured on or after 1 January 2010; and would not be a high-powered vehicle if the vehicle had been manufactured before 1 January 2010; an immediate family member of the applicant— owns or leases the high-powered vehicle; or possesses the high-powered vehicle under an employment or salary package.\n(sec.234-ssec.3) In deciding whether to approve the application on the basis of the matters mentioned in subsection (1) , the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.234-ssec.4) An application in relation to the matters mentioned in subsection (1) that relates to a high-powered vehicle of an immediate family member of the applicant must be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from the immediate family member.\n(sec.234-ssec.5) In this section— immediate family member , of an applicant, means— the applicant’s spouse; or a parent of the applicant; or a spouse of the applicant’s parent; or a grandparent of the applicant; or a spouse of a grandparent of the applicant; or an approved carer or guardian of the applicant; or if the person is an Aboriginal person—a person, or a spouse of a person, who, under Aboriginal tradition, is regarded as a person mentioned in paragraph (b) or (d) ; or if the person is a Torres Strait Islander—a person, or a spouse of a person, who, under Island custom, is regarded as a person mentioned in paragraph (b) or (d) .\n- (a) the only car reasonably available to be driven by the applicant is the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application; and\n- (b) the high-powered vehicle complies with subsection (2) ; and\n- (c) there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; and\n- (d) a refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to— (i) the applicant; or (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (i) the applicant; or\n- (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (i) the applicant; or\n- (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (a) the applicant has owned the high-powered vehicle continually since 30 June 2007;\n- (b) the applicant has owned the high-powered vehicle continually since 1 January 2014 and the vehicle— (i) was manufactured on or after 1 January 2010; and (ii) would not be a high-powered vehicle if the vehicle had been manufactured before 1 January 2010;\n- (i) was manufactured on or after 1 January 2010; and\n- (ii) would not be a high-powered vehicle if the vehicle had been manufactured before 1 January 2010;\n- (c) an immediate family member of the applicant— (i) owns or leases the high-powered vehicle; or (ii) possesses the high-powered vehicle under an employment or salary package.\n- (i) owns or leases the high-powered vehicle; or\n- (ii) possesses the high-powered vehicle under an employment or salary package.\n- (i) was manufactured on or after 1 January 2010; and\n- (ii) would not be a high-powered vehicle if the vehicle had been manufactured before 1 January 2010;\n- (i) owns or leases the high-powered vehicle; or\n- (ii) possesses the high-powered vehicle under an employment or salary package.\n- (a) the applicant’s spouse; or\n- (b) a parent of the applicant; or\n- (c) a spouse of the applicant’s parent; or\n- (d) a grandparent of the applicant; or\n- (e) a spouse of a grandparent of the applicant; or\n- (f) an approved carer or guardian of the applicant; or\n- (g) if the person is an Aboriginal person—a person, or a spouse of a person, who, under Aboriginal tradition, is regarded as a person mentioned in paragraph (b) or (d) ; or\n- (h) if the person is a Torres Strait Islander—a person, or a spouse of a person, who, under Island custom, is regarded as a person mentioned in paragraph (b) or (d) .","sortOrder":287},{"sectionNumber":"sec.235","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications in relation to particular types of high-powered vehicles","content":"### sec.235 Applications in relation to particular types of high-powered vehicles\n\nFor section 232 (2) , the matters are—\nthe high-powered vehicle the subject of the application was manufactured before 1 January 2010 and is a high-powered vehicle only because the vehicle has a turbocharged or supercharged engine that is not diesel powered; and\nthe high-powered vehicle has a power-to-weight ratio of not more than 125kW/t.\nAn application in relation to the matters mentioned in subsection (1) must be accompanied by—\neither—\na copy of a document published by the manufacturer of the high-powered vehicle showing the specification information for the vehicle (the manufacturer’s document ); or\nif a copy of the manufacturer’s document is unavailable or does not provide the specification information for the high-powered vehicle—a specification information test report for the vehicle; and\nany of the following information about the high-powered vehicle that is available to the applicant—\nthe make and model;\nthe year of manufacture;\nthe engine number;\nthe VIN or chassis number.\n(sec.235-ssec.1) For section 232 (2) , the matters are— the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application was manufactured before 1 January 2010 and is a high-powered vehicle only because the vehicle has a turbocharged or supercharged engine that is not diesel powered; and the high-powered vehicle has a power-to-weight ratio of not more than 125kW/t.\n(sec.235-ssec.2) An application in relation to the matters mentioned in subsection (1) must be accompanied by— either— a copy of a document published by the manufacturer of the high-powered vehicle showing the specification information for the vehicle (the manufacturer’s document ); or if a copy of the manufacturer’s document is unavailable or does not provide the specification information for the high-powered vehicle—a specification information test report for the vehicle; and any of the following information about the high-powered vehicle that is available to the applicant— the make and model; the year of manufacture; the engine number; the VIN or chassis number.\n- (a) the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application was manufactured before 1 January 2010 and is a high-powered vehicle only because the vehicle has a turbocharged or supercharged engine that is not diesel powered; and\n- (b) the high-powered vehicle has a power-to-weight ratio of not more than 125kW/t.\n- (a) either— (i) a copy of a document published by the manufacturer of the high-powered vehicle showing the specification information for the vehicle (the manufacturer’s document ); or (ii) if a copy of the manufacturer’s document is unavailable or does not provide the specification information for the high-powered vehicle—a specification information test report for the vehicle; and\n- (i) a copy of a document published by the manufacturer of the high-powered vehicle showing the specification information for the vehicle (the manufacturer’s document ); or\n- (ii) if a copy of the manufacturer’s document is unavailable or does not provide the specification information for the high-powered vehicle—a specification information test report for the vehicle; and\n- (b) any of the following information about the high-powered vehicle that is available to the applicant— (i) the make and model; (ii) the year of manufacture; (iii) the engine number; (iv) the VIN or chassis number.\n- (i) the make and model;\n- (ii) the year of manufacture;\n- (iii) the engine number;\n- (iv) the VIN or chassis number.\n- (i) a copy of a document published by the manufacturer of the high-powered vehicle showing the specification information for the vehicle (the manufacturer’s document ); or\n- (ii) if a copy of the manufacturer’s document is unavailable or does not provide the specification information for the high-powered vehicle—a specification information test report for the vehicle; and\n- (i) the make and model;\n- (ii) the year of manufacture;\n- (iii) the engine number;\n- (iv) the VIN or chassis number.","sortOrder":288},{"sectionNumber":"sec.236","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications","content":"### sec.236 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant a certificate of exemption that allows the applicant to drive the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application on a road.\nThe certificate of exemption—\nmust be in the approved form; and\nmay state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.\nIf the application is approved on the basis of the matters mentioned in section 233 (1) or 234 (1) , the certificate of exemption may also state conditions about the times or days, or purpose for which, the applicant is allowed to drive the high-powered vehicle.\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.236-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant a certificate of exemption that allows the applicant to drive the high-powered vehicle the subject of the application on a road.\n(sec.236-ssec.2) The certificate of exemption— must be in the approved form; and may state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.\n(sec.236-ssec.3) If the application is approved on the basis of the matters mentioned in section 233 (1) or 234 (1) , the certificate of exemption may also state conditions about the times or days, or purpose for which, the applicant is allowed to drive the high-powered vehicle.\n(sec.236-ssec.4) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n- (a) must be in the approved form; and\n- (b) may state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.","sortOrder":289},{"sectionNumber":"sec.237","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for certificates of exemption for businesses","content":"### sec.237 Applications for certificates of exemption for businesses\n\nA person may apply to the chief executive for a certificate of exemption under this subdivision that allows any of the following persons to drive high-powered vehicles on a road for the operation of the applicant’s business—\nif the applicant is a person to whom section 230 (1) applies—the applicant;\neach of the applicant’s employees who is a person to whom section 230 (1) applies.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n- (a) if the applicant is a person to whom section 230 (1) applies—the applicant;\n- (b) each of the applicant’s employees who is a person to whom section 230 (1) applies.","sortOrder":290},{"sectionNumber":"sec.238","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.238 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\nThe chief executive may approve the application only if satisfied that—\ndriving high-powered vehicles on a road is necessary for the operation of the applicant’s business; and\neach person the subject of the application performs a duty for the business; and\nit is likely that, because of the nature of the duty, each person the subject of the application will be required to drive high-powered vehicles on a road to perform the duty.\nA duty to service vehicles performed by an apprentice mechanic is likely to require the mechanic to drive high-powered vehicles on a road to test the vehicles being serviced.\nSubsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.238-ssec.1) The chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to approve, or refuse to approve, the application.\n(sec.238-ssec.2) The chief executive may approve the application only if satisfied that— driving high-powered vehicles on a road is necessary for the operation of the applicant’s business; and each person the subject of the application performs a duty for the business; and it is likely that, because of the nature of the duty, each person the subject of the application will be required to drive high-powered vehicles on a road to perform the duty. A duty to service vehicles performed by an apprentice mechanic is likely to require the mechanic to drive high-powered vehicles on a road to test the vehicles being serviced.\n(sec.238-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) driving high-powered vehicles on a road is necessary for the operation of the applicant’s business; and\n- (b) each person the subject of the application performs a duty for the business; and\n- (c) it is likely that, because of the nature of the duty, each person the subject of the application will be required to drive high-powered vehicles on a road to perform the duty. Example for paragraph (c) — A duty to service vehicles performed by an apprentice mechanic is likely to require the mechanic to drive high-powered vehicles on a road to test the vehicles being serviced.","sortOrder":291},{"sectionNumber":"sec.239","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications","content":"### sec.239 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications\n\nIf the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant a certificate of exemption that allows each person the subject of the application (each an exempted person ) to drive high-powered vehicles on a road.\nThe certificate of exemption is subject to a condition that an exempted person may drive a high-powered vehicle on a road only—\nto perform a duty for the business; and\nif the nature of the duty requires the person to drive the high-powered vehicle on a road.\nThe chief executive may impose on the certificate of exemption any other conditions the chief executive considers reasonable in the circumstances.\nThe certificate of exemption—\nmust be in the approved form; and\nmust state the condition mentioned in subsection (2) and any other conditions imposed by the chief executive under subsection (3) ; and\nmay state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.239-ssec.1) If the chief executive decides to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant a certificate of exemption that allows each person the subject of the application (each an exempted person ) to drive high-powered vehicles on a road.\n(sec.239-ssec.2) The certificate of exemption is subject to a condition that an exempted person may drive a high-powered vehicle on a road only— to perform a duty for the business; and if the nature of the duty requires the person to drive the high-powered vehicle on a road.\n(sec.239-ssec.3) The chief executive may impose on the certificate of exemption any other conditions the chief executive considers reasonable in the circumstances.\n(sec.239-ssec.4) The certificate of exemption— must be in the approved form; and must state the condition mentioned in subsection (2) and any other conditions imposed by the chief executive under subsection (3) ; and may state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.\n(sec.239-ssec.5) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application, the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n- (a) to perform a duty for the business; and\n- (b) if the nature of the duty requires the person to drive the high-powered vehicle on a road.\n- (a) must be in the approved form; and\n- (b) must state the condition mentioned in subsection (2) and any other conditions imposed by the chief executive under subsection (3) ; and\n- (c) may state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.","sortOrder":292},{"sectionNumber":"sec.240","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons must produce certificates of exemption","content":"### sec.240 When persons must produce certificates of exemption\n\nThis section applies if a police officer—\nreasonably suspects a person to whom section 230 (1) applies is, or has been, driving a high-powered vehicle on a road; and\nasks the person if the person is allowed to drive a high-powered vehicle.\nIf a certificate of exemption is in effect for the person, the person must immediately produce the certificate for inspection by the police officer, unless the person has a reasonable excuse for not complying with the request.\nMaximum penalty—10 penalty units.\nIf the certificate of exemption in effect for the person was given under section 239 (1) , the person is taken to comply with subsection (2) if the person immediately produces a copy of the certificate for inspection by the police officer.\nIn this section—\ncertificate of exemption means—\na certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) ; or\na certificate of exemption under section 239 (1) .\n(sec.240-ssec.1) This section applies if a police officer— reasonably suspects a person to whom section 230 (1) applies is, or has been, driving a high-powered vehicle on a road; and asks the person if the person is allowed to drive a high-powered vehicle.\n(sec.240-ssec.2) If a certificate of exemption is in effect for the person, the person must immediately produce the certificate for inspection by the police officer, unless the person has a reasonable excuse for not complying with the request. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units.\n(sec.240-ssec.3) If the certificate of exemption in effect for the person was given under section 239 (1) , the person is taken to comply with subsection (2) if the person immediately produces a copy of the certificate for inspection by the police officer.\n(sec.240-ssec.4) In this section— certificate of exemption means— a certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) ; or a certificate of exemption under section 239 (1) .\n- (a) reasonably suspects a person to whom section 230 (1) applies is, or has been, driving a high-powered vehicle on a road; and\n- (b) asks the person if the person is allowed to drive a high-powered vehicle.\n- (a) a certificate of exemption under section 236 (1) ; or\n- (b) a certificate of exemption under section 239 (1) .","sortOrder":293},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Late night driving","content":"## Late night driving","sortOrder":294},{"sectionNumber":"sec.241","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.241 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person if—\neither—\nafter being given a notice to choose, the person has, within the choice period, notified the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; or\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 266 (5) , 278 (4) , 285 (5) or 289 (5) ; and\nthe person was under 25 years when the person committed the offence that led to the notice to choose being given to the person or the suspension; and\nat the time of committing the offence, the person—\nheld a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\ndid not hold a driver licence and was not eligible for an open licence.\nThis division also applies in relation to a person if—\nthe person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person was under 25 years when the person committed the offence that led to the disqualification; and\nat the time of committing the offence, the person—\nheld a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\ndid not hold a driver licence.\n(sec.241-ssec.1) This division applies in relation to a person if— either— after being given a notice to choose, the person has, within the choice period, notified the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; or the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 266 (5) , 278 (4) , 285 (5) or 289 (5) ; and the person was under 25 years when the person committed the offence that led to the notice to choose being given to the person or the suspension; and at the time of committing the offence, the person— held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or did not hold a driver licence and was not eligible for an open licence.\n(sec.241-ssec.2) This division also applies in relation to a person if— the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; and the person was under 25 years when the person committed the offence that led to the disqualification; and at the time of committing the offence, the person— held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or did not hold a driver licence.\n- (a) either— (i) after being given a notice to choose, the person has, within the choice period, notified the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; or (ii) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 266 (5) , 278 (4) , 285 (5) or 289 (5) ; and\n- (i) after being given a notice to choose, the person has, within the choice period, notified the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; or\n- (ii) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 266 (5) , 278 (4) , 285 (5) or 289 (5) ; and\n- (b) the person was under 25 years when the person committed the offence that led to the notice to choose being given to the person or the suspension; and\n- (c) at the time of committing the offence, the person— (i) held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or (ii) did not hold a driver licence and was not eligible for an open licence.\n- (i) held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\n- (ii) did not hold a driver licence and was not eligible for an open licence.\n- (i) after being given a notice to choose, the person has, within the choice period, notified the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; or\n- (ii) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 266 (5) , 278 (4) , 285 (5) or 289 (5) ; and\n- (i) held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\n- (ii) did not hold a driver licence and was not eligible for an open licence.\n- (a) the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person was under 25 years when the person committed the offence that led to the disqualification; and\n- (c) at the time of committing the offence, the person— (i) held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or (ii) did not hold a driver licence.\n- (i) held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\n- (ii) did not hold a driver licence.\n- (i) held a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\n- (ii) did not hold a driver licence.","sortOrder":295},{"sectionNumber":"sec.242","sectionType":"section","heading":"Meaning of restricted driving period","content":"### sec.242 Meaning of restricted driving period\n\nFor this division, the restricted driving period for the person is a period of 1 year starting on the relevant day for the person.\nFor a person mentioned in section 241 (1) (a) (i) , the relevant day is the person’s sanction day.\nFor a person mentioned in section 241 (1) (a) (ii) whose Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 266 (5) or 285 (5) , the relevant day is—\nif a special hardship order is made for the person—the day the special hardship order is made; or\notherwise—the day after the last day of the suspension.\nFor a person mentioned in section 241 (1) (a) (ii) whose Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 278 (4) or 289 (5) , the relevant day is the day after the last day of the suspension.\nFor a person in relation to whom this division applies under section 241 (2) and who is the subject of an order mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act or made under section 87(1) of the Act , the relevant day is the day the court makes the order.\nFor a person in relation to whom this division applies under section 241 (2) and who is not the subject of an order mentioned in subsection (5) , the relevant day is the day after the last day the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.242-ssec.1) For this division, the restricted driving period for the person is a period of 1 year starting on the relevant day for the person.\n(sec.242-ssec.2) For a person mentioned in section 241 (1) (a) (i) , the relevant day is the person’s sanction day.\n(sec.242-ssec.3) For a person mentioned in section 241 (1) (a) (ii) whose Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 266 (5) or 285 (5) , the relevant day is— if a special hardship order is made for the person—the day the special hardship order is made; or otherwise—the day after the last day of the suspension.\n(sec.242-ssec.4) For a person mentioned in section 241 (1) (a) (ii) whose Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) , 278 (4) or 289 (5) , the relevant day is the day after the last day of the suspension.\n(sec.242-ssec.5) For a person in relation to whom this division applies under section 241 (2) and who is the subject of an order mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act or made under section 87(1) of the Act , the relevant day is the day the court makes the order.\n(sec.242-ssec.6) For a person in relation to whom this division applies under section 241 (2) and who is not the subject of an order mentioned in subsection (5) , the relevant day is the day after the last day the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) if a special hardship order is made for the person—the day the special hardship order is made; or\n- (b) otherwise—the day after the last day of the suspension.","sortOrder":296},{"sectionNumber":"sec.243","sectionType":"section","heading":"Late night driving during restricted driving period","content":"### sec.243 Late night driving during restricted driving period\n\nThe person must not, during the person’s restricted driving period, drive a motor vehicle on a road at a time between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. unless the person is allowed to drive at that time under—\na certificate of exemption under section 246 (1) that is in effect for the person; or\na restricted licence held by the person; or\na special hardship order that is in effect for the person.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n- (a) a certificate of exemption under section 246 (1) that is in effect for the person; or\n- (b) a restricted licence held by the person; or\n- (c) a special hardship order that is in effect for the person.","sortOrder":297},{"sectionNumber":"sec.244","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for certificates of exemption","content":"### sec.244 Applications for certificates of exemption\n\nThe person may apply to the chief executive for a certificate of exemption under this division that allows the person to drive a motor vehicle on a road at particular times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. during the person’s restricted driving period.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe application must—\nstate the times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. at which the person wants to be allowed to drive a motor vehicle on a road; and\nbe accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from the person’s employer.\n(sec.244-ssec.1) The person may apply to the chief executive for a certificate of exemption under this division that allows the person to drive a motor vehicle on a road at particular times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. during the person’s restricted driving period. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.244-ssec.2) The application must— state the times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. at which the person wants to be allowed to drive a motor vehicle on a road; and be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from the person’s employer.\n- (a) state the times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. at which the person wants to be allowed to drive a motor vehicle on a road; and\n- (b) be accompanied by a signed statement supporting the application from the person’s employer.","sortOrder":298},{"sectionNumber":"sec.245","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.245 Deciding applications\n\nThe chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to—\napprove the application; or\napprove different times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. to those stated in the application; or\nrefuse to approve the application.\nThe chief executive may make a decision under subsection (1) (a) or (b) only if satisfied that—\nthe applicant needs to drive a motor vehicle on a road at the times stated in the application or the different times—\nto or from the applicant’s place of employment; or\nin the course of the applicant’s employment; and\na refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to—\nthe applicant; or\nthe applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\nIn deciding the application, the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\n(sec.245-ssec.1) The chief executive must deal with the application in a timely way and decide to— approve the application; or approve different times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. to those stated in the application; or refuse to approve the application.\n(sec.245-ssec.2) The chief executive may make a decision under subsection (1) (a) or (b) only if satisfied that— the applicant needs to drive a motor vehicle on a road at the times stated in the application or the different times— to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or in the course of the applicant’s employment; and a refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to— the applicant; or the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n(sec.245-ssec.3) In deciding the application, the chief executive must also consider the applicant’s traffic history.\n- (a) approve the application; or\n- (b) approve different times between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. to those stated in the application; or\n- (c) refuse to approve the application.\n- (a) the applicant needs to drive a motor vehicle on a road at the times stated in the application or the different times— (i) to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or (ii) in the course of the applicant’s employment; and\n- (i) to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) in the course of the applicant’s employment; and\n- (b) a refusal to give a certificate of exemption would cause severe hardship to— (i) the applicant; or (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (i) the applicant; or\n- (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.\n- (i) to or from the applicant’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) in the course of the applicant’s employment; and\n- (i) the applicant; or\n- (ii) the applicant’s family because the applicant has taken on a role of special responsibility for the family.","sortOrder":299},{"sectionNumber":"sec.246","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications or approve different times","content":"### sec.246 Decisions to approve or refuse to approve applications or approve different times\n\nIf the chief executive makes a decision under section 245 (1) (a) or (b) , the chief executive must give the applicant a certificate of exemption that allows the applicant to drive, during the applicant’s restricted driving period, a motor vehicle on a road—\nfor a decision under section 245 (1) (a) —at the times stated in the application; or\nfor a decision under section 245 (1) (b) —at the different times approved by the chief executive.\nThe certificate of exemption—\nmust be in the approved form; and\nmust state any conditions about the times and days, and purpose for which, the applicant may drive a motor vehicle under the certificate; and\nmay state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.\nIf the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application or makes a decision under section 245 (1) (b) , the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.246-ssec.1) If the chief executive makes a decision under section 245 (1) (a) or (b) , the chief executive must give the applicant a certificate of exemption that allows the applicant to drive, during the applicant’s restricted driving period, a motor vehicle on a road— for a decision under section 245 (1) (a) —at the times stated in the application; or for a decision under section 245 (1) (b) —at the different times approved by the chief executive.\n(sec.246-ssec.2) The certificate of exemption— must be in the approved form; and must state any conditions about the times and days, and purpose for which, the applicant may drive a motor vehicle under the certificate; and may state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.\n(sec.246-ssec.3) If the chief executive decides to refuse to approve the application or makes a decision under section 245 (1) (b) , the chief executive must give the applicant an information notice for the decision.\n- (a) for a decision under section 245 (1) (a) —at the times stated in the application; or\n- (b) for a decision under section 245 (1) (b) —at the different times approved by the chief executive.\n- (a) must be in the approved form; and\n- (b) must state any conditions about the times and days, and purpose for which, the applicant may drive a motor vehicle under the certificate; and\n- (c) may state, for section 250 , a matter that the applicant must notify the chief executive of a change to.","sortOrder":300},{"sectionNumber":"sec.247","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons must produce certificates of exemption","content":"### sec.247 When persons must produce certificates of exemption\n\nThis section applies if a police officer—\nreasonably suspects a person is, or has been, driving a motor vehicle on a road between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. during the person’s restricted driving period; and\nasks the person if the person is allowed to drive a motor vehicle on a road between those hours.\nIf a certificate of exemption under section 246 (1) is in effect for the person, the person must immediately produce the certificate for inspection by the police officer, unless the person has a reasonable excuse for not complying with the request.\nMaximum penalty—10 penalty units.\n(sec.247-ssec.1) This section applies if a police officer— reasonably suspects a person is, or has been, driving a motor vehicle on a road between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. during the person’s restricted driving period; and asks the person if the person is allowed to drive a motor vehicle on a road between those hours.\n(sec.247-ssec.2) If a certificate of exemption under section 246 (1) is in effect for the person, the person must immediately produce the certificate for inspection by the police officer, unless the person has a reasonable excuse for not complying with the request. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units.\n- (a) reasonably suspects a person is, or has been, driving a motor vehicle on a road between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m. during the person’s restricted driving period; and\n- (b) asks the person if the person is allowed to drive a motor vehicle on a road between those hours.","sortOrder":301},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3-div.5","sectionType":"division","heading":"Driving peer passengers","content":"## Driving peer passengers","sortOrder":302},{"sectionNumber":"sec.248","sectionType":"section","heading":"Late night driving of peer passengers","content":"### sec.248 Late night driving of peer passengers\n\nThis section applies to a person (the driver ) who—\nis under 25 years and holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\nholds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\nBetween the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m, the driver must not drive on a road a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC or MC motor vehicle carrying more than 1 passenger who—\nis under 21 years; and\nis not an immediate family member of the driver.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\nIn relation to proof of whether a passenger is an immediate family member of the driver in proceedings for an offence against subsection (2) —\na belief of a police officer, on reasonable grounds, that a passenger is not an immediate family member of the driver is sufficient evidence of that fact; and\nthe driver has the onus of proving the passenger is an immediate family member of the driver.\nFor subsection (3) (a) , the belief mentioned in the subsection may be formed by the police officer after reasonable enquiries made of the driver and passengers when the police officer finds the driver driving the passengers or soon after.\nIn this section—\nimmediate family member , of the driver, means—\nthe driver’s spouse; or\na child, stepchild, foster child or ward of the driver; or\na step-parent of the driver; or\nthe spouse of a grandparent of the driver; or\na sibling or step-sibling of the driver; or\na foster child or ward of a parent or step-parent of the driver; or\nif the driver is a child—\nan approved carer of the driver; or\na child, stepchild, foster child or ward of an approved carer of the driver; or\na guardian of the driver; or\na child, stepchild, foster child or ward of a guardian of the driver; or\nif the driver is an Aboriginal person—a person who, under Aboriginal tradition, is regarded as a child of the driver; or\nif the driver is a Torres Strait Islander—a person who, under Island custom, is regarded as a child of the driver.\n(sec.248-ssec.1) This section applies to a person (the driver ) who— is under 25 years and holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\n(sec.248-ssec.2) Between the hours of 11p.m. and 5a.m, the driver must not drive on a road a class C, LR, MR, HR, HC or MC motor vehicle carrying more than 1 passenger who— is under 21 years; and is not an immediate family member of the driver. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n(sec.248-ssec.3) In relation to proof of whether a passenger is an immediate family member of the driver in proceedings for an offence against subsection (2) — a belief of a police officer, on reasonable grounds, that a passenger is not an immediate family member of the driver is sufficient evidence of that fact; and the driver has the onus of proving the passenger is an immediate family member of the driver.\n(sec.248-ssec.4) For subsection (3) (a) , the belief mentioned in the subsection may be formed by the police officer after reasonable enquiries made of the driver and passengers when the police officer finds the driver driving the passengers or soon after.\n(sec.248-ssec.5) In this section— immediate family member , of the driver, means— the driver’s spouse; or a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of the driver; or a step-parent of the driver; or the spouse of a grandparent of the driver; or a sibling or step-sibling of the driver; or a foster child or ward of a parent or step-parent of the driver; or if the driver is a child— an approved carer of the driver; or a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of an approved carer of the driver; or a guardian of the driver; or a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of a guardian of the driver; or if the driver is an Aboriginal person—a person who, under Aboriginal tradition, is regarded as a child of the driver; or if the driver is a Torres Strait Islander—a person who, under Island custom, is regarded as a child of the driver.\n- (a) is under 25 years and holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 provisional licence; or\n- (b) holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 probationary licence because of a young driver disqualification offence.\n- (a) is under 21 years; and\n- (b) is not an immediate family member of the driver.\n- (a) a belief of a police officer, on reasonable grounds, that a passenger is not an immediate family member of the driver is sufficient evidence of that fact; and\n- (b) the driver has the onus of proving the passenger is an immediate family member of the driver.\n- (a) the driver’s spouse; or\n- (b) a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of the driver; or\n- (c) a step-parent of the driver; or\n- (d) the spouse of a grandparent of the driver; or\n- (e) a sibling or step-sibling of the driver; or\n- (f) a foster child or ward of a parent or step-parent of the driver; or\n- (g) if the driver is a child— (i) an approved carer of the driver; or (ii) a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of an approved carer of the driver; or\n- (i) an approved carer of the driver; or\n- (ii) a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of an approved carer of the driver; or\n- (h) a guardian of the driver; or\n- (i) a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of a guardian of the driver; or\n- (j) if the driver is an Aboriginal person—a person who, under Aboriginal tradition, is regarded as a child of the driver; or\n- (k) if the driver is a Torres Strait Islander—a person who, under Island custom, is regarded as a child of the driver.\n- (i) an approved carer of the driver; or\n- (ii) a child, stepchild, foster child or ward of an approved carer of the driver; or","sortOrder":303},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.3-div.6","sectionType":"division","heading":"Miscellaneous","content":"## Miscellaneous","sortOrder":304},{"sectionNumber":"sec.249","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grounds for amending, suspending or cancelling certificates of exemption— Act , s 18","content":"### sec.249 Grounds for amending, suspending or cancelling certificates of exemption— Act , s 18\n\nFor section 18 (1) (s) of the Act , the following grounds are prescribed for a certificate of exemption given under section 236 (1) , 239 (1) or 246 (1) —\na person to whom the certificate applies, other than the holder of the certificate, has contravened a condition of the certificate;\na change in circumstances has happened after the certificate was given and, had the changed circumstances existed when the certificate was given, the certificate would not have been given because of a requirement under—\nfor a certificate given under section 236 (1) — section 232 (2) ; or\nfor a certificate given under section 239 (1) — section 238 (2) ; or\nfor a certificate given under section 246 (1) — section 245 (2) .\n- (a) a person to whom the certificate applies, other than the holder of the certificate, has contravened a condition of the certificate;\n- (b) a change in circumstances has happened after the certificate was given and, had the changed circumstances existed when the certificate was given, the certificate would not have been given because of a requirement under— (i) for a certificate given under section 236 (1) — section 232 (2) ; or (ii) for a certificate given under section 239 (1) — section 238 (2) ; or (iii) for a certificate given under section 246 (1) — section 245 (2) .\n- (i) for a certificate given under section 236 (1) — section 232 (2) ; or\n- (ii) for a certificate given under section 239 (1) — section 238 (2) ; or\n- (iii) for a certificate given under section 246 (1) — section 245 (2) .\n- (i) for a certificate given under section 236 (1) — section 232 (2) ; or\n- (ii) for a certificate given under section 239 (1) — section 238 (2) ; or\n- (iii) for a certificate given under section 246 (1) — section 245 (2) .","sortOrder":305},{"sectionNumber":"sec.250","sectionType":"section","heading":"Holders of certificates of exemption must give notice of change in circumstances","content":"### sec.250 Holders of certificates of exemption must give notice of change in circumstances\n\nThe holder of a certificate of exemption given under section 236 (1) , 239 (1) or 246 (1) must give written notice of a relevant change of circumstances to the chief executive within 14 days after the change happens, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nIn this section—\nrelevant change of circumstances means a change in a matter stated in a certificate of exemption under section 236 (2) (b) , 239 (4) (c) or 246 (2) (c) .\n(sec.250-ssec.1) The holder of a certificate of exemption given under section 236 (1) , 239 (1) or 246 (1) must give written notice of a relevant change of circumstances to the chief executive within 14 days after the change happens, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.250-ssec.2) In this section— relevant change of circumstances means a change in a matter stated in a certificate of exemption under section 236 (2) (b) , 239 (4) (c) or 246 (2) (c) .","sortOrder":306},{"sectionNumber":"ch.6-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Other restrictions on driving","content":"# Other restrictions on driving","sortOrder":307},{"sectionNumber":"sec.251","sectionType":"section","heading":"Passengers on motorbikes","content":"### sec.251 Passengers on motorbikes\n\nA person must not ride on a road a class RE motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless—\nthe person—\nholds a relevant class RE licence; and\nhas held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 1 year; or\nthe person—\nholds a relevant class R licence; and\nhas held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\nA person must not ride on a road a class R motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless the person—\nholds a relevant class R licence; and\nhas held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\nMaximum penalty—30 penalty units.\nSubsections (1) and (2) do not apply to a person riding a motorbike on a road with a passenger on the motorbike if the person—\nis authorised, under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 , to learn to ride the motorbike; and\nis riding under the direction of the passenger; and\nis complying with section 217 (1) .\nSubsections (5) and (6) apply to a person who is authorised under chapter 5 to ride a motorbike under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\nSubsections (1) and (2) do not apply to the person if the person is not restricted from riding the motorbike with a passenger in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence.\na restriction that prohibits the person from riding the motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike\na restriction that prohibits the person from riding the motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless the person holds a particular class, category or type of driver licence\nThe person is taken to comply with subsection (1) or (2) if—\nthe person is restricted from riding the motorbike with a passenger in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\nthe person is complying with the restrictions.\nIn this section—\nrelevant class RE licence means—\na class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\nrelevant class R licence means—\na class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.251-ssec.1) A person must not ride on a road a class RE motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless— the person— holds a relevant class RE licence; and has held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 1 year; or the person— holds a relevant class R licence; and has held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n(sec.251-ssec.2) A person must not ride on a road a class R motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless the person— holds a relevant class R licence; and has held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.\n(sec.251-ssec.3) Subsections (1) and (2) do not apply to a person riding a motorbike on a road with a passenger on the motorbike if the person— is authorised, under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 , to learn to ride the motorbike; and is riding under the direction of the passenger; and is complying with section 217 (1) .\n(sec.251-ssec.4) Subsections (5) and (6) apply to a person who is authorised under chapter 5 to ride a motorbike under an interstate licence issued under a corresponding law to chapter 4 , part 1 .\n(sec.251-ssec.5) Subsections (1) and (2) do not apply to the person if the person is not restricted from riding the motorbike with a passenger in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence. a restriction that prohibits the person from riding the motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike a restriction that prohibits the person from riding the motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless the person holds a particular class, category or type of driver licence\n(sec.251-ssec.6) The person is taken to comply with subsection (1) or (2) if— the person is restricted from riding the motorbike with a passenger in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and the person is complying with the restrictions.\n(sec.251-ssec.7) In this section— relevant class RE licence means— a class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) . relevant class R licence means— a class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) the person— (i) holds a relevant class RE licence; and (ii) has held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 1 year; or\n- (i) holds a relevant class RE licence; and\n- (ii) has held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 1 year; or\n- (b) the person— (i) holds a relevant class R licence; and (ii) has held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n- (i) holds a relevant class R licence; and\n- (ii) has held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n- (i) holds a relevant class RE licence; and\n- (ii) has held a relevant class RE licence for a period of at least 1 year; or\n- (i) holds a relevant class R licence; and\n- (ii) has held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n- (a) holds a relevant class R licence; and\n- (b) has held the relevant class R licence, and any other relevant class RE licences or relevant class R licences, for a total period of at least 1 year.\n- (a) is authorised, under chapter 2 , section 174 or chapter 5 , to learn to ride the motorbike; and\n- (b) is riding under the direction of the passenger; and\n- (c) is complying with section 217 (1) .\n- 1 a restriction that prohibits the person from riding the motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike\n- 2 a restriction that prohibits the person from riding the motorbike with a passenger on the motorbike unless the person holds a particular class, category or type of driver licence\n- (a) the person is restricted from riding the motorbike with a passenger in the jurisdiction that issued the interstate licence; and\n- (b) the person is complying with the restrictions.\n- (a) a class RE P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) a class R P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or open licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .","sortOrder":308},{"sectionNumber":"sec.252","sectionType":"section","heading":"Towing motor vehicles","content":"### sec.252 Towing motor vehicles\n\nA person must not occupy the driver’s seating position of a motor vehicle being towed on a road by another vehicle unless the person holds a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence that authorises the person to drive the towed vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nA person must not drive a motor vehicle towing another motor vehicle unless—\nsomeone else occupies the driver’s seating position of the towed vehicle during the towing; and\nthe person who occupies the driver’s seating position of the towed vehicle holds a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence that authorises the person to drive the towed vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSubsection (2) does not apply to a person who is the holder of a driver accreditation under the Tow Truck Act 2023 if the person is towing a motor vehicle under the accreditation.\nIn this section—\nP1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence.\nP2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence.\nP type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\ns 252 amd 2024 SL No. 134 s 144\n(sec.252-ssec.1) A person must not occupy the driver’s seating position of a motor vehicle being towed on a road by another vehicle unless the person holds a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence that authorises the person to drive the towed vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.252-ssec.2) A person must not drive a motor vehicle towing another motor vehicle unless— someone else occupies the driver’s seating position of the towed vehicle during the towing; and the person who occupies the driver’s seating position of the towed vehicle holds a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence that authorises the person to drive the towed vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.252-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply to a person who is the holder of a driver accreditation under the Tow Truck Act 2023 if the person is towing a motor vehicle under the accreditation.\n(sec.252-ssec.4) In this section— P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P1 type licence. P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P2 type licence. P type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a P type licence.\n- (a) someone else occupies the driver’s seating position of the towed vehicle during the towing; and\n- (b) the person who occupies the driver’s seating position of the towed vehicle holds a P1 type licence, P2 type licence, P type licence or O type licence that authorises the person to drive the towed vehicle.","sortOrder":309},{"sectionNumber":"sec.253","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who hold Queensland driver licences and are 75 years or older","content":"### sec.253 Persons who hold Queensland driver licences and are 75 years or older\n\nA person who holds a Queensland driver licence and is 75 years or older must not drive a motor vehicle on a road unless the person—\nis carrying a recently issued medical certificate; and\nis driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSubsection (3) applies if the person—\nis required by an authorised officer to produce a recently issued medical certificate; and\nis not able to comply with the requirement immediately.\nThe person is taken to have complied with subsection (1) (a) if the person—\nholds a recently issued medical certificate at the time the requirement is made; and\nproduces the certificate to a person nominated by the authorised officer within 48 hours of the requirement being made.\n(sec.253-ssec.1) A person who holds a Queensland driver licence and is 75 years or older must not drive a motor vehicle on a road unless the person— is carrying a recently issued medical certificate; and is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.253-ssec.2) Subsection (3) applies if the person— is required by an authorised officer to produce a recently issued medical certificate; and is not able to comply with the requirement immediately.\n(sec.253-ssec.3) The person is taken to have complied with subsection (1) (a) if the person— holds a recently issued medical certificate at the time the requirement is made; and produces the certificate to a person nominated by the authorised officer within 48 hours of the requirement being made.\n- (a) is carrying a recently issued medical certificate; and\n- (b) is driving the vehicle in accordance with the certificate.\n- (a) is required by an authorised officer to produce a recently issued medical certificate; and\n- (b) is not able to comply with the requirement immediately.\n- (a) holds a recently issued medical certificate at the time the requirement is made; and\n- (b) produces the certificate to a person nominated by the authorised officer within 48 hours of the requirement being made.","sortOrder":310},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":311},{"sectionNumber":"sec.254","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of chapter","content":"### sec.254 Purpose of chapter\n\nThe purpose of this chapter is—\nto prescribe the number of demerit points that may be recorded on a person’s traffic history for committing particular offences; and\nto set out when—\na person’s Queensland driver licence or authority to drive, or learn to drive, under a non-Queensland driver licence is suspended because of the allocation of demerit points; and\na person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence because of the allocation of demerit points.\n- (a) to prescribe the number of demerit points that may be recorded on a person’s traffic history for committing particular offences; and\n- (b) to set out when— (i) a person’s Queensland driver licence or authority to drive, or learn to drive, under a non-Queensland driver licence is suspended because of the allocation of demerit points; and (ii) a person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence because of the allocation of demerit points.\n- (i) a person’s Queensland driver licence or authority to drive, or learn to drive, under a non-Queensland driver licence is suspended because of the allocation of demerit points; and\n- (ii) a person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence because of the allocation of demerit points.\n- (i) a person’s Queensland driver licence or authority to drive, or learn to drive, under a non-Queensland driver licence is suspended because of the allocation of demerit points; and\n- (ii) a person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence because of the allocation of demerit points.","sortOrder":312},{"sectionNumber":"sec.255","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for chapter","content":"### sec.255 Definitions for chapter\n\nIn this chapter—\nrelevant person means any of the following persons—\na person in relation to whom part 3 , division 1 applies under section 263 (1) ;\na person in relation to whom part 3 , division 3 applies under section 269 (1) ;\na person in relation to whom part 3 , division 4 or 6 applies.\nrequired suspension period , in relation to the suspension of a person’s Queensland driver licence or authority to drive, or learn to drive, under a non-Queensland driver licence, means a period of—\nfor a relevant person—\nif the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 20 demerit points—5 months; or\nif the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 16 but not more than 19 demerit points—4 months; or\nif the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of not more than 15 demerit points—3 months; or\nfor a person other than a relevant person—3 months.\n- (a) a person in relation to whom part 3 , division 1 applies under section 263 (1) ;\n- (b) a person in relation to whom part 3 , division 3 applies under section 269 (1) ;\n- (c) a person in relation to whom part 3 , division 4 or 6 applies.\n- (a) for a relevant person— (i) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 20 demerit points—5 months; or (ii) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 16 but not more than 19 demerit points—4 months; or (iii) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of not more than 15 demerit points—3 months; or\n- (i) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 20 demerit points—5 months; or\n- (ii) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 16 but not more than 19 demerit points—4 months; or\n- (iii) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of not more than 15 demerit points—3 months; or\n- (b) for a person other than a relevant person—3 months.\n- (i) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 20 demerit points—5 months; or\n- (ii) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of at least 16 but not more than 19 demerit points—4 months; or\n- (iii) if the person’s Queensland driver licence or authority is suspended because of the allocation of not more than 15 demerit points—3 months; or","sortOrder":313},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"How and when demerit points are recorded and allocated","content":"# How and when demerit points are recorded and allocated","sortOrder":314},{"sectionNumber":"sec.256","sectionType":"section","heading":"Recording offences and demerit points on traffic histories","content":"### sec.256 Recording offences and demerit points on traffic histories\n\nThis section applies if—\na person is convicted of—\na demerit points offence; or\nan interstate offence; or\nan order is made against a person under—\nthe State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for a demerit points offence; or\na corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an interstate offence.\nThe chief executive must record on the person’s traffic history—\nparticulars of the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and\nthe number of demerit points allocated for the demerit points offence or interstate offence under this part; and\nthe day the demerit points offence or interstate offence was committed.\nThe chief executive may record on the person’s traffic history the penalty imposed on the person for the demerit points offence or interstate offence.\n(sec.256-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person is convicted of— a demerit points offence; or an interstate offence; or an order is made against a person under— the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for a demerit points offence; or a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an interstate offence.\n(sec.256-ssec.2) The chief executive must record on the person’s traffic history— particulars of the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and the number of demerit points allocated for the demerit points offence or interstate offence under this part; and the day the demerit points offence or interstate offence was committed.\n(sec.256-ssec.3) The chief executive may record on the person’s traffic history the penalty imposed on the person for the demerit points offence or interstate offence.\n- (a) a person is convicted of— (i) a demerit points offence; or (ii) an interstate offence; or\n- (i) a demerit points offence; or\n- (ii) an interstate offence; or\n- (b) an order is made against a person under— (i) the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for a demerit points offence; or (ii) a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an interstate offence.\n- (i) the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for a demerit points offence; or\n- (ii) a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an interstate offence.\n- (i) a demerit points offence; or\n- (ii) an interstate offence; or\n- (i) the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for a demerit points offence; or\n- (ii) a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an interstate offence.\n- (a) particulars of the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and\n- (b) the number of demerit points allocated for the demerit points offence or interstate offence under this part; and\n- (c) the day the demerit points offence or interstate offence was committed.","sortOrder":315},{"sectionNumber":"sec.257","sectionType":"section","heading":"Allocation of demerit points generally","content":"### sec.257 Allocation of demerit points generally\n\nThe number of demerit points allocated for a demerit points offence or interstate offence is the number of demerit points mentioned in schedule 5 for—\nif the offence is a demerit points offence—the offence; or\nif the offence is an interstate offence—the offence that corresponds to the interstate offence.\nThe demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the demerit points offence or interstate offence was committed.\nThis section applies subject to sections 258 to 261 .\n(sec.257-ssec.1) The number of demerit points allocated for a demerit points offence or interstate offence is the number of demerit points mentioned in schedule 5 for— if the offence is a demerit points offence—the offence; or if the offence is an interstate offence—the offence that corresponds to the interstate offence.\n(sec.257-ssec.2) The demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the demerit points offence or interstate offence was committed.\n(sec.257-ssec.3) This section applies subject to sections 258 to 261 .\n- (a) if the offence is a demerit points offence—the offence; or\n- (b) if the offence is an interstate offence—the offence that corresponds to the interstate offence.","sortOrder":316},{"sectionNumber":"sec.258","sectionType":"section","heading":"Additional demerit points for multiple driver seatbelt offences","content":"### sec.258 Additional demerit points for multiple driver seatbelt offences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person commits a driver seatbelt offence (the later offence ); and\nwithin 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier driver seatbelt offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\nFour additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence.\nThe additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\nIn this section—\ndriver seatbelt offence means an offence against—\nthe Queensland Road Rules , section 264 (1) ; or\nthe Queensland Road Rules , section 264A (1) that involves a passenger under 16 years; or\nthe Queensland Road Rules , section 266 (1) as in force before the commencement of the Queensland Road Rules , section 264A .\ns 258 amd 2022 SL No. 41 s 14\n(sec.258-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person commits a driver seatbelt offence (the later offence ); and within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier driver seatbelt offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n(sec.258-ssec.2) Four additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence.\n(sec.258-ssec.3) The additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\n(sec.258-ssec.4) In this section— driver seatbelt offence means an offence against— the Queensland Road Rules , section 264 (1) ; or the Queensland Road Rules , section 264A (1) that involves a passenger under 16 years; or the Queensland Road Rules , section 266 (1) as in force before the commencement of the Queensland Road Rules , section 264A . s 258 amd 2022 SL No. 41 s 14\n- (a) a person commits a driver seatbelt offence (the later offence ); and\n- (b) within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier driver seatbelt offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n- (a) the Queensland Road Rules , section 264 (1) ; or\n- (b) the Queensland Road Rules , section 264A (1) that involves a passenger under 16 years; or\n- (c) the Queensland Road Rules , section 266 (1) as in force before the commencement of the Queensland Road Rules , section 264A .","sortOrder":317},{"sectionNumber":"sec.259","sectionType":"section","heading":"Additional demerit points for multiple motorbike helmet offences","content":"### sec.259 Additional demerit points for multiple motorbike helmet offences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person commits a motorbike helmet offence (the later offence ); and\nwithin 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier motorbike helmet offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\nThree additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence.\nThe additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\nIn this section—\nmotorbike helmet offence means an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 270 (1) .\n(sec.259-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person commits a motorbike helmet offence (the later offence ); and within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier motorbike helmet offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n(sec.259-ssec.2) Three additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence.\n(sec.259-ssec.3) The additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\n(sec.259-ssec.4) In this section— motorbike helmet offence means an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 270 (1) .\n- (a) a person commits a motorbike helmet offence (the later offence ); and\n- (b) within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier motorbike helmet offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .","sortOrder":318},{"sectionNumber":"sec.260","sectionType":"section","heading":"Additional demerit points for multiple offences of driving more than 20km/h over speed limit","content":"### sec.260 Additional demerit points for multiple offences of driving more than 20km/h over speed limit\n\nThis section applies if—\na person commits a relevant speeding offence (the later offence ); and\nwithin 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier relevant speeding offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\nThe following additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence—\nif the later offence involves driving more than 20km/h, but not more than 30km/h, over the speed limit—4 additional demerit points;\nif the later offence involves driving more than 30km/h, but not more than 40km/h, over the speed limit—6 additional demerit points;\nif the later offence involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit—8 additional demerit points.\nThe additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\nIn this section—\nrelevant speeding offence means an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 20km/h over the speed limit.\n(sec.260-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person commits a relevant speeding offence (the later offence ); and within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier relevant speeding offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n(sec.260-ssec.2) The following additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence— if the later offence involves driving more than 20km/h, but not more than 30km/h, over the speed limit—4 additional demerit points; if the later offence involves driving more than 30km/h, but not more than 40km/h, over the speed limit—6 additional demerit points; if the later offence involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit—8 additional demerit points.\n(sec.260-ssec.3) The additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\n(sec.260-ssec.4) In this section— relevant speeding offence means an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 20km/h over the speed limit.\n- (a) a person commits a relevant speeding offence (the later offence ); and\n- (b) within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier relevant speeding offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n- (a) if the later offence involves driving more than 20km/h, but not more than 30km/h, over the speed limit—4 additional demerit points;\n- (b) if the later offence involves driving more than 30km/h, but not more than 40km/h, over the speed limit—6 additional demerit points;\n- (c) if the later offence involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit—8 additional demerit points.","sortOrder":319},{"sectionNumber":"sec.261","sectionType":"section","heading":"Additional demerit points for multiple mobile phone offences","content":"### sec.261 Additional demerit points for multiple mobile phone offences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person commits a mobile phone offence (the later offence ); and\nwithin 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier mobile phone offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\nFour additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence.\nThe additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\nIn this section—\nmobile phone offence means an offence against—\nsection 228 (2) ; or\nthe expired regulation, section 68 (2) ; or\nthe Queensland Road Rules , section 300 (1) .\n(sec.261-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person commits a mobile phone offence (the later offence ); and within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier mobile phone offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n(sec.261-ssec.2) Four additional demerit points must be added to the demerit points allocated under section 257 for the later offence.\n(sec.261-ssec.3) The additional demerit points are taken to be allocated on the day the later offence was committed.\n(sec.261-ssec.4) In this section— mobile phone offence means an offence against— section 228 (2) ; or the expired regulation, section 68 (2) ; or the Queensland Road Rules , section 300 (1) .\n- (a) a person commits a mobile phone offence (the later offence ); and\n- (b) within 1 year before the person commits the later offence, the person committed 1 or more earlier mobile phone offences for which demerit points have been or must be recorded on the person’s traffic history under section 256 .\n- (a) section 228 (2) ; or\n- (b) the expired regulation, section 68 (2) ; or\n- (c) the Queensland Road Rules , section 300 (1) .","sortOrder":320},{"sectionNumber":"sec.262","sectionType":"section","heading":"Demerit points may be used for relevant provisions once only","content":"### sec.262 Demerit points may be used for relevant provisions once only\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person if—\ndemerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history under this part; and\nbecause of the recording and allocation of the demerit points, a relevant provision applies in relation to the person; and\nthe chief executive gives the person a written notice under the relevant provision.\nIn determining whether the chief executive must give the person another written notice under a relevant provision, the demerit points must be disregarded.\nFour demerit points are recorded on a person’s traffic history. The demerit points were allocated on different days in a continuous 1-year period. Because of the recording and allocation of the demerit points, part 3 , division 1 applies in relation to the person under section 263 (2) and the chief executive gives the person a notice to choose under section 264 (1) in relation to the demerit points. In determining whether the chief executive must give the person another written notice under a relevant provision, the 4 demerit points must be disregarded.\nIn this section—\nrelevant provision means part 3 , divisions 1 to 8 .\n(sec.262-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person if— demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history under this part; and because of the recording and allocation of the demerit points, a relevant provision applies in relation to the person; and the chief executive gives the person a written notice under the relevant provision.\n(sec.262-ssec.2) In determining whether the chief executive must give the person another written notice under a relevant provision, the demerit points must be disregarded. Four demerit points are recorded on a person’s traffic history. The demerit points were allocated on different days in a continuous 1-year period. Because of the recording and allocation of the demerit points, part 3 , division 1 applies in relation to the person under section 263 (2) and the chief executive gives the person a notice to choose under section 264 (1) in relation to the demerit points. In determining whether the chief executive must give the person another written notice under a relevant provision, the 4 demerit points must be disregarded.\n(sec.262-ssec.3) In this section— relevant provision means part 3 , divisions 1 to 8 .\n- (a) demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history under this part; and\n- (b) because of the recording and allocation of the demerit points, a relevant provision applies in relation to the person; and\n- (c) the chief executive gives the person a written notice under the relevant provision.","sortOrder":321},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Consequences of allocation of demerit points","content":"# Consequences of allocation of demerit points","sortOrder":322},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Queensland driver licence holders who must be given notices to choose","content":"## Queensland driver licence holders who must be given notices to choose","sortOrder":323},{"sectionNumber":"sec.263","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.263 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds an open licence if—\n12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period; and\nthe person held a Queensland driver licence for any part of the period.\nAlso, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe person held a relevant licence for any part of the period, but did not hold an O type licence for any part of the period.\nFurther, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\nHowever, this division does not apply in relation to a person to whom division 2 or 4 to 7 applies.\nIn this section—\nrelevant licence means—\na learner licence, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.263-ssec.1) This division applies in relation to a person who holds an open licence if— 12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period; and the person held a Queensland driver licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.263-ssec.2) Also, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if— 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and the person held a relevant licence for any part of the period, but did not hold an O type licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.263-ssec.3) Further, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if— 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.263-ssec.4) However, this division does not apply in relation to a person to whom division 2 or 4 to 7 applies.\n(sec.263-ssec.5) In this section— relevant licence means— a learner licence, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) 12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period; and\n- (c) the person held a Queensland driver licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) the person held a relevant licence for any part of the period, but did not hold an O type licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) a learner licence, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .","sortOrder":324},{"sectionNumber":"sec.264","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice to choose","content":"### sec.264 Chief executive must give notice to choose\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice (a notice to choose ) requiring the person to, within a stated period of at least 21 days after the day the notice is given (the choice period ), choose between—\nhaving the person’s Queensland driver licence suspended for the required suspension period; or\nagreeing to be of good behaviour while driving for a year.\nThe notice to choose must state—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe effect of sections 265 and 266 ; and\nthe person may notify the chief executive in writing if the person wants the person’s sanction day to be a day that is earlier than the last day of the choice period; and\nthe effect of section 281 .\n(sec.264-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice (a notice to choose ) requiring the person to, within a stated period of at least 21 days after the day the notice is given (the choice period ), choose between— having the person’s Queensland driver licence suspended for the required suspension period; or agreeing to be of good behaviour while driving for a year.\n(sec.264-ssec.2) The notice to choose must state— the day the notice is given; and the effect of sections 265 and 266 ; and the person may notify the chief executive in writing if the person wants the person’s sanction day to be a day that is earlier than the last day of the choice period; and the effect of section 281 .\n- (a) having the person’s Queensland driver licence suspended for the required suspension period; or\n- (b) agreeing to be of good behaviour while driving for a year.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the effect of sections 265 and 266 ; and\n- (c) the person may notify the chief executive in writing if the person wants the person’s sanction day to be a day that is earlier than the last day of the choice period; and\n- (d) the effect of section 281 .","sortOrder":325},{"sectionNumber":"sec.265","sectionType":"section","heading":"Effect of choosing suspension or not notifying choice","content":"### sec.265 Effect of choosing suspension or not notifying choice\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice to choose if, within the choice period, the person—\nnotifies the chief executive in writing that the person chooses to have the person’s Queensland driver licence suspended for the required suspension period under section 264 (1) (a) ; or\ndoes not notify the chief executive in writing of the person’s choice under section 264 (1) (a) or (b) .\nThe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the person’s sanction day.\nSee also section 127 (4) of the Act for the effect of a suspension of a licence.\n(sec.265-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice to choose if, within the choice period, the person— notifies the chief executive in writing that the person chooses to have the person’s Queensland driver licence suspended for the required suspension period under section 264 (1) (a) ; or does not notify the chief executive in writing of the person’s choice under section 264 (1) (a) or (b) .\n(sec.265-ssec.2) The person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the person’s sanction day. See also section 127 (4) of the Act for the effect of a suspension of a licence.\n- (a) notifies the chief executive in writing that the person chooses to have the person’s Queensland driver licence suspended for the required suspension period under section 264 (1) (a) ; or\n- (b) does not notify the chief executive in writing of the person’s choice under section 264 (1) (a) or (b) .","sortOrder":326},{"sectionNumber":"sec.266","sectionType":"section","heading":"Effect of choosing good behaviour if 2 or more demerit points allocated during good behaviour year","content":"### sec.266 Effect of choosing good behaviour if 2 or more demerit points allocated during good behaviour year\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice to choose if—\nwithin the choice period, the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; and\n2 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for offences committed during the person’s good behaviour year.\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the required suspension period; and\nthe suspension starts on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\nif the person’s Queensland driver licence is an open licence or a provisional licence—the person may be eligible to apply for a special hardship order under chapter 10 in relation to the suspension.\nFor subsection (2) (c) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) (c) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that—\nstarts on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\nis double the required suspension period.\n(sec.266-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice to choose if— within the choice period, the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; and 2 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for offences committed during the person’s good behaviour year.\n(sec.266-ssec.2) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the required suspension period; and the suspension starts on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and if the person’s Queensland driver licence is an open licence or a provisional licence—the person may be eligible to apply for a special hardship order under chapter 10 in relation to the suspension.\n(sec.266-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (c) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.266-ssec.4) If the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) (c) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\n(sec.266-ssec.5) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that— starts on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and is double the required suspension period.\n- (a) within the choice period, the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour while driving for a year under section 264 (1) (b) ; and\n- (b) 2 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for offences committed during the person’s good behaviour year.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the required suspension period; and\n- (c) the suspension starts on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\n- (d) if the person’s Queensland driver licence is an open licence or a provisional licence—the person may be eligible to apply for a special hardship order under chapter 10 in relation to the suspension.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\n- (a) starts on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\n- (b) is double the required suspension period.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and","sortOrder":327},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Particular Queensland driver licence holders","content":"## Particular Queensland driver licence holders","sortOrder":328},{"sectionNumber":"sec.267","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.267 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds a class C learner licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\nAlso, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\neither—\nthe person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for all of the period; or\nthe person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for part of the period but did not hold a driver licence for any part of the balance of the period.\nIn this section—\ncorresponding learner licence means a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence.\n(sec.267-ssec.1) This division applies in relation to a person who holds a class C learner licence if— 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.267-ssec.2) Also, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if— 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and either— the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for all of the period; or the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for part of the period but did not hold a driver licence for any part of the balance of the period.\n(sec.267-ssec.3) In this section— corresponding learner licence means a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C learner licence.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) either— (i) the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for all of the period; or (ii) the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for part of the period but did not hold a driver licence for any part of the balance of the period.\n- (i) the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for all of the period; or\n- (ii) the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for part of the period but did not hold a driver licence for any part of the balance of the period.\n- (i) the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for all of the period; or\n- (ii) the person held a class C learner licence or corresponding learner licence for part of the period but did not hold a driver licence for any part of the balance of the period.","sortOrder":329},{"sectionNumber":"sec.268","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.268 Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice; and\nthe effect of section 282 .\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.\n(sec.268-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice; and the effect of section 282 .\n(sec.268-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.268-ssec.3) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice; and\n- (c) the effect of section 282 .","sortOrder":330},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Non-Queensland driver licence holders","content":"## Non-Queensland driver licence holders","sortOrder":331},{"sectionNumber":"sec.269","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.269 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence if—\n12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period; and\nthe person held a driver licence for any part of the period.\nAlso, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a non-Queensland driver licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe person held a relevant licence for any part of the period, but did not hold an O type licence for any part of the period.\nFurther, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a non-Queensland driver licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\nIn this section—\nrelevant licence means—\na learner licence, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.269-ssec.1) This division applies in relation to a person who holds a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to an open licence if— 12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period; and the person held a driver licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.269-ssec.2) Also, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a non-Queensland driver licence if— 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and the person held a relevant licence for any part of the period, but did not hold an O type licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.269-ssec.3) Further, this division applies in relation to a person who holds a non-Queensland driver licence if— 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n(sec.269-ssec.4) In this section— relevant licence means— a learner licence, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) 12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period; and\n- (c) the person held a driver licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) the person held a relevant licence for any part of the period, but did not hold an O type licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) a learner licence, P1 type licence, P2 type licence or P type licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a Queensland driver licence mentioned in paragraph (a) .","sortOrder":332},{"sectionNumber":"sec.270","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension of authority to drive","content":"### sec.270 Chief executive must give notice of suspension of authority to drive\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthat, for the required suspension period starting on the day after the day stated in the notice—\nthe person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nthe effect of section 283 .\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , for the required suspension period starting on the day after the day stated in the notice—\nthe person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.270-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and that, for the required suspension period starting on the day after the day stated in the notice— the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and the effect of section 283 .\n(sec.270-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.270-ssec.3) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , for the required suspension period starting on the day after the day stated in the notice— the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) that, for the required suspension period starting on the day after the day stated in the notice— (i) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and (iii) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (i) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\n- (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (iii) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (c) the effect of section 283 .\n- (i) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\n- (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (iii) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (a) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\n- (b) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (c) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":333},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons who commit offences before section 79E orders made","content":"## Persons who commit offences before section 79E orders made","sortOrder":334},{"sectionNumber":"sec.271","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.271 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds an open licence if—\nthe person commits a demerit points offence or an interstate offence when there is no section 79E order in effect for the person; and\na section 79E order is later made that applies to the person; and\nafter the section 79E order is made but before the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or withdrawn or otherwise discontinued, 1 of the following happens—\nthe person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence;\nan order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ;\nan order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and\nbecause of the conviction or order mentioned in paragraph (c) , demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and\nbecause of the recording of the demerit points for the demerit points offence or interstate offence, 12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period.\n- (a) the person commits a demerit points offence or an interstate offence when there is no section 79E order in effect for the person; and\n- (b) a section 79E order is later made that applies to the person; and\n- (c) after the section 79E order is made but before the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or withdrawn or otherwise discontinued, 1 of the following happens— (i) the person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence; (ii) an order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; (iii) an order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and\n- (i) the person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence;\n- (ii) an order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ;\n- (iii) an order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and\n- (d) because of the conviction or order mentioned in paragraph (c) , demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and\n- (e) because of the recording of the demerit points for the demerit points offence or interstate offence, 12 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (f) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 3-year period.\n- (i) the person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence;\n- (ii) an order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ;\n- (iii) an order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and","sortOrder":335},{"sectionNumber":"sec.272","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.272 Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.\n(sec.272-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.\n(sec.272-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.272-ssec.3) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on the day stated in the notice.","sortOrder":336},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.5","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons to whom section 79E orders apply","content":"## Persons to whom section 79E orders apply","sortOrder":337},{"sectionNumber":"sec.273","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.273 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if—\na section 79E order is made in relation to the person; and\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe demerit points were allocated after the section 79E order was made but before the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, had been dealt with by a court or withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (a) a section 79E order is made in relation to the person; and\n- (b) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (c) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (d) the demerit points were allocated after the section 79E order was made but before the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, had been dealt with by a court or withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.","sortOrder":338},{"sectionNumber":"sec.274","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.274 Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period starting on the day stated in the notice (the stated day ) and ending on the day that is the later of the following days—\nthe day that is 3 months after the stated day;\nthe day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period mentioned in subsection (1) (b) .\n(sec.274-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period starting on the day stated in the notice (the stated day ) and ending on the day that is the later of the following days— the day that is 3 months after the stated day; the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n(sec.274-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.274-ssec.3) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period mentioned in subsection (1) (b) .\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period starting on the day stated in the notice (the stated day ) and ending on the day that is the later of the following days— (i) the day that is 3 months after the stated day; (ii) the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (i) the day that is 3 months after the stated day;\n- (ii) the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (i) the day that is 3 months after the stated day;\n- (ii) the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.","sortOrder":339},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.6","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons who commit offences before special hardship orders made","content":"## Persons who commit offences before special hardship orders made","sortOrder":340},{"sectionNumber":"sec.275","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.275 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds an open licence or a provisional licence if—\nthe person commits a demerit points offence or an interstate offence when there is no special hardship order in effect for the person; and\na special hardship order is later made that applies to the person; and\nduring the order period for the special hardship order, 1 of the following happens—\nthe person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence;\nan order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ;\nan order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and\nbecause of the conviction or order mentioned in paragraph (c) , demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and\nbecause of the recording of the demerit points for the demerit points offence or interstate offence, division 1 would, but for section 263 (4) , apply in relation to the person under section 263 (1) or (2) .\n- (a) the person commits a demerit points offence or an interstate offence when there is no special hardship order in effect for the person; and\n- (b) a special hardship order is later made that applies to the person; and\n- (c) during the order period for the special hardship order, 1 of the following happens— (i) the person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence; (ii) an order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; (iii) an order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and\n- (i) the person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence;\n- (ii) an order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ;\n- (iii) an order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and\n- (d) because of the conviction or order mentioned in paragraph (c) , demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history for the demerit points offence or interstate offence; and\n- (e) because of the recording of the demerit points for the demerit points offence or interstate offence, division 1 would, but for section 263 (4) , apply in relation to the person under section 263 (1) or (2) .\n- (i) the person is convicted of the demerit points offence or interstate offence;\n- (ii) an order is made against the person for the demerit points offence under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ;\n- (iii) an order is made against the person for the interstate offence under a corresponding law to the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 ; and","sortOrder":341},{"sectionNumber":"sec.276","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.276 Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\nFor subsection (1) (b) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (1) (b) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (b) (ii) —the earlier day.\n(sec.276-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n(sec.276-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.276-ssec.3) If the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (1) (b) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\n(sec.276-ssec.4) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (b) (ii) —the earlier day.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the required suspension period starting on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (a) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (b) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (b) (ii) —the earlier day.","sortOrder":342},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.7","sectionType":"division","heading":"Persons to whom special hardship orders apply","content":"## Persons to whom special hardship orders apply","sortOrder":343},{"sectionNumber":"sec.277","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.277 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if—\na special hardship order is made in relation to the person; and\n1 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated during the order period for the special hardship order.\n- (a) a special hardship order is made in relation to the person; and\n- (b) 1 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (c) the demerit points were allocated during the order period for the special hardship order.","sortOrder":344},{"sectionNumber":"sec.278","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence","content":"### sec.278 Chief executive must give notice of suspension of Queensland driver licence\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the order period for the special hardship order; and\nthe suspension starts on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\nFor subsection (1) (c) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (1) (c) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that—\nstarts on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\nis double the order period for the special hardship order.\n(sec.278-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the order period for the special hardship order; and the suspension starts on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n(sec.278-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (c) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.278-ssec.3) If the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (1) (c) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\n(sec.278-ssec.4) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that— starts on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and is double the order period for the special hardship order.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the order period for the special hardship order; and\n- (c) the suspension starts on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (a) starts on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\n- (b) is double the order period for the special hardship order.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (1) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and","sortOrder":345},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.8","sectionType":"division","heading":"Unlicensed persons","content":"## Unlicensed persons","sortOrder":346},{"sectionNumber":"sec.279","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.279 Application of division\n\nThis division applies in relation to a person who does not hold a driver licence if—\n4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\nthe demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\nthe person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.\n- (a) 4 or more demerit points are recorded on the person’s traffic history; and\n- (b) the demerit points were allocated in a continuous 1-year period; and\n- (c) the person did not hold a driver licence for any part of the period.","sortOrder":347},{"sectionNumber":"sec.280","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of ineligibility for licence and suspension of authority to drive","content":"### sec.280 Chief executive must give notice of ineligibility for licence and suspension of authority to drive\n\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthat, for a period of 3 months starting on the day stated in the notice, the person—\nis not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nis not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , for a period of 3 months starting on the day stated in the notice, the person—\nis not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nis not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.280-ssec.1) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and that, for a period of 3 months starting on the day stated in the notice, the person— is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.280-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.280-ssec.3) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (1) , for a period of 3 months starting on the day stated in the notice, the person— is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) that, for a period of 3 months starting on the day stated in the notice, the person— (i) is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and (ii) is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (ii) is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (ii) is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":348},{"sectionNumber":"ch.7-pt.3-div.9","sectionType":"division","heading":"Effect of expiry and surrender of driver licences on particular notices","content":"## Effect of expiry and surrender of driver licences on particular notices","sortOrder":349},{"sectionNumber":"sec.281","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons given notice to choose then Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered","content":"### sec.281 Persons given notice to choose then Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice to choose.\nSubsection (3) applies if, within the choice period—\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered; and\nthe person is granted another Queensland driver licence (a new licence ).\nSections 265 and 266 continue to apply in relation to the person, and the notice to choose continues in effect for the person, as if a reference in the sections or the notice to the person’s Queensland driver licence were a reference to the new licence.\nIf, within the choice period, the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered and the person is not granted another Queensland driver licence—\nthe notice to choose stops having effect; and\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence for the relevant period; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence for the relevant period.\nSubsection (6) applies if—\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) ; and\nthe licence expires or is surrendered during the period of the suspension.\nFrom the day the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered until the end of the period of the suspension the person—\nis not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nis not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\nIn this section—\nrelevant period means the period—\nstarting on the day after the last day of the choice period; and\nthat is equivalent to the length of the period the person’s Queensland driver licence would have been suspended under section 265 (2) if that section applied in relation to the person.\n(sec.281-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice to choose.\n(sec.281-ssec.2) Subsection (3) applies if, within the choice period— the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered; and the person is granted another Queensland driver licence (a new licence ).\n(sec.281-ssec.3) Sections 265 and 266 continue to apply in relation to the person, and the notice to choose continues in effect for the person, as if a reference in the sections or the notice to the person’s Queensland driver licence were a reference to the new licence.\n(sec.281-ssec.4) If, within the choice period, the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered and the person is not granted another Queensland driver licence— the notice to choose stops having effect; and the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence for the relevant period; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence for the relevant period.\n(sec.281-ssec.5) Subsection (6) applies if— the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) ; and the licence expires or is surrendered during the period of the suspension.\n(sec.281-ssec.6) From the day the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered until the end of the period of the suspension the person— is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.281-ssec.7) In this section— relevant period means the period— starting on the day after the last day of the choice period; and that is equivalent to the length of the period the person’s Queensland driver licence would have been suspended under section 265 (2) if that section applied in relation to the person.\n- (a) the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered; and\n- (b) the person is granted another Queensland driver licence (a new licence ).\n- (a) the notice to choose stops having effect; and\n- (b) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence for the relevant period; and\n- (c) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence for the relevant period.\n- (a) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 265 (2) ; and\n- (b) the licence expires or is surrendered during the period of the suspension.\n- (a) is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) starting on the day after the last day of the choice period; and\n- (b) that is equivalent to the length of the period the person’s Queensland driver licence would have been suspended under section 265 (2) if that section applied in relation to the person.","sortOrder":350},{"sectionNumber":"sec.282","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons given notice under s 268 then Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered","content":"### sec.282 Persons given notice under s 268 then Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice under section 268 (1) (a suspension notice ).\nSubsection (3) applies if, after the suspension notice is given but before the period mentioned in section 268 (1) (b) (the suspension period ) starts—\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered; and\nthe person is granted another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ).\nSection 268 (3) continues to apply in relation to the person, and the suspension notice continues in effect for the person, as if a reference in the section or the notice to the person’s Queensland driver licence were a reference to the new licence.\nIf, after the suspension notice is given but before the suspension period starts, the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered and the person is not granted another Queensland driver licence—\nthe suspension notice stops having effect; and\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence for the suspension period; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence for the suspension period.\nSubsection (6) applies if—\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 268 (3) ; and\nthe licence expires or is surrendered during the suspension period.\nFrom the day the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered until the end of the suspension period, the person—\nis not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nis not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.282-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who is given a notice under section 268 (1) (a suspension notice ).\n(sec.282-ssec.2) Subsection (3) applies if, after the suspension notice is given but before the period mentioned in section 268 (1) (b) (the suspension period ) starts— the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered; and the person is granted another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ).\n(sec.282-ssec.3) Section 268 (3) continues to apply in relation to the person, and the suspension notice continues in effect for the person, as if a reference in the section or the notice to the person’s Queensland driver licence were a reference to the new licence.\n(sec.282-ssec.4) If, after the suspension notice is given but before the suspension period starts, the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered and the person is not granted another Queensland driver licence— the suspension notice stops having effect; and the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence for the suspension period; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence for the suspension period.\n(sec.282-ssec.5) Subsection (6) applies if— the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 268 (3) ; and the licence expires or is surrendered during the suspension period.\n(sec.282-ssec.6) From the day the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered until the end of the suspension period, the person— is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the person’s Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered; and\n- (b) the person is granted another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ).\n- (a) the suspension notice stops having effect; and\n- (b) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence for the suspension period; and\n- (c) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence for the suspension period.\n- (a) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended under section 268 (3) ; and\n- (b) the licence expires or is surrendered during the suspension period.\n- (a) is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":351},{"sectionNumber":"sec.283","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons given notice under s 270 then non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered or authority to drive is withdrawn","content":"### sec.283 Persons given notice under s 270 then non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered or authority to drive is withdrawn\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe chief executive gives a person a notice under section 270 ; and\nafter the chief executive gives the person the notice, but before the end of the period mentioned in section 270 (1) (b) —\nthe person’s non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered (the old licence ); or\nthe person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn under section 210 (2) , 211 (1) or 212 (1) .\nThe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence, and is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence—\nfrom the day the person’s old licence expires or is surrendered, or the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, is withdrawn as mentioned in subsection (1) (b) (ii) ; and\nuntil the end of the period mentioned in section 270 (1) (b) .\n(sec.283-ssec.1) This section applies if— the chief executive gives a person a notice under section 270 ; and after the chief executive gives the person the notice, but before the end of the period mentioned in section 270 (1) (b) — the person’s non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered (the old licence ); or the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn under section 210 (2) , 211 (1) or 212 (1) .\n(sec.283-ssec.2) The person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence, and is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence— from the day the person’s old licence expires or is surrendered, or the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, is withdrawn as mentioned in subsection (1) (b) (ii) ; and until the end of the period mentioned in section 270 (1) (b) .\n- (a) the chief executive gives a person a notice under section 270 ; and\n- (b) after the chief executive gives the person the notice, but before the end of the period mentioned in section 270 (1) (b) — (i) the person’s non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered (the old licence ); or (ii) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn under section 210 (2) , 211 (1) or 212 (1) .\n- (i) the person’s non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered (the old licence ); or\n- (ii) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn under section 210 (2) , 211 (1) or 212 (1) .\n- (i) the person’s non-Queensland driver licence expires or is surrendered (the old licence ); or\n- (ii) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is withdrawn under section 210 (2) , 211 (1) or 212 (1) .\n- (a) from the day the person’s old licence expires or is surrendered, or the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, is withdrawn as mentioned in subsection (1) (b) (ii) ; and\n- (b) until the end of the period mentioned in section 270 (1) (b) .","sortOrder":352},{"sectionNumber":"ch.8-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"General","content":"# General","sortOrder":353},{"sectionNumber":"sec.284","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of part","content":"### sec.284 Application of part\n\nThis part applies if—\na person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\nan order is made against a person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\nHowever, this part does not apply in relation to the person if—\nsection 288 or 289 applies in relation to the person; or\nthe person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence under section 129B of the Act .\n(sec.284-ssec.1) This part applies if— a person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or an order is made against a person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.284-ssec.2) However, this part does not apply in relation to the person if— section 288 or 289 applies in relation to the person; or the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence under section 129B of the Act .\n- (a) a person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\n- (b) an order is made against a person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) section 288 or 289 applies in relation to the person; or\n- (b) the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence under section 129B of the Act .","sortOrder":354},{"sectionNumber":"sec.285","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice of suspension to Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.285 Chief executive must give notice of suspension to Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if the person holds a Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period of 6 months starting on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\nif the Queensland driver licence is an open licence or a provisional licence—the person may be eligible to apply for a special hardship order under chapter 10 in relation to the suspension.\nFor subsection (2) (b) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) (b) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period of 6 months starting on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (b) (ii) —the earlier day.\n(sec.285-ssec.1) This section applies if the person holds a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.285-ssec.2) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period of 6 months starting on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and if the Queensland driver licence is an open licence or a provisional licence—the person may be eligible to apply for a special hardship order under chapter 10 in relation to the suspension.\n(sec.285-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (b) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.285-ssec.4) If the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) (b) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\n(sec.285-ssec.5) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period of 6 months starting on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (b) (ii) —the earlier day.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period of 6 months starting on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\n- (c) if the Queensland driver licence is an open licence or a provisional licence—the person may be eligible to apply for a special hardship order under chapter 10 in relation to the suspension.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day; and\n- (a) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (b) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (b) (ii) —the earlier day.","sortOrder":355},{"sectionNumber":"sec.286","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice about authority to drive and eligibility to non-Queensland driver licence holders","content":"### sec.286 Chief executive must give notice about authority to drive and eligibility to non-Queensland driver licence holders\n\nThis section applies if the person holds a non-Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthat, for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice—\nthe person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\nFor subsection (2) (b) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice—\nthe person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.286-ssec.1) This section applies if the person holds a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.286-ssec.2) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and that, for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice— the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.286-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (b) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.286-ssec.4) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice— the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) that, for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice— (i) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and (iii) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\n- (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (iii) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\n- (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (iii) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the person’s authority to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under the person’s non-Queensland driver licence is suspended; and\n- (b) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence; and\n- (c) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":356},{"sectionNumber":"sec.287","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive must give notice about authority to drive and eligibility to unlicensed persons","content":"### sec.287 Chief executive must give notice about authority to drive and eligibility to unlicensed persons\n\nThis section applies if the person does not hold a driver licence.\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthat, for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice—\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice—\nthe person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\nthe person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.287-ssec.1) This section applies if the person does not hold a driver licence.\n(sec.287-ssec.2) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and that, for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice— the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.287-ssec.3) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice— the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) that, for a period of 6 months starting on the day stated in the notice— (i) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (ii) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the person is not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the person is not authorised to drive, or learn to drive, on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":357},{"sectionNumber":"ch.8-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Section 79E drivers and persons to whom special hardship orders apply","content":"# Section 79E drivers and persons to whom special hardship orders apply","sortOrder":358},{"sectionNumber":"sec.288","sectionType":"section","heading":"Suspension for driving more than 40km/h over speed limit while section 79E driver","content":"### sec.288 Suspension for driving more than 40km/h over speed limit while section 79E driver\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person if, while the person is a section 79E driver—\nthe person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\nan order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period starting on the day stated in the notice (the stated day ) and ending on the day that is the later of the following days—\nthe day that is 6 months after the stated day;\nthe day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order applying to the person was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\nFor subsection (2) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period mentioned in subsection (2) (b) .\n(sec.288-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person if, while the person is a section 79E driver— the person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or an order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n(sec.288-ssec.2) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period starting on the day stated in the notice (the stated day ) and ending on the day that is the later of the following days— the day that is 6 months after the stated day; the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order applying to the person was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n(sec.288-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (b) , the stated day must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.288-ssec.4) If a notice is given to the person under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period mentioned in subsection (2) (b) .\n- (a) the person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\n- (b) an order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) .\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for the period starting on the day stated in the notice (the stated day ) and ending on the day that is the later of the following days— (i) the day that is 6 months after the stated day; (ii) the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order applying to the person was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (i) the day that is 6 months after the stated day;\n- (ii) the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order applying to the person was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (i) the day that is 6 months after the stated day;\n- (ii) the day the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order applying to the person was made, is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.","sortOrder":359},{"sectionNumber":"sec.289","sectionType":"section","heading":"Suspension for driving more than 40km/h over speed limit during order period for special hardship order","content":"### sec.289 Suspension for driving more than 40km/h over speed limit during order period for special hardship order\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if—\na special hardship order is made in relation to the person; and\nduring the order period for the special hardship order—\nthe person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\nan order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in subparagraph (i) .\nThe chief executive must give the person a written notice stating—\nthe day the notice is given; and\nthe person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the order period for the special hardship order; and\nthe suspension starts on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\nFor subsection (2) (c) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) (c) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\nIf a notice is given under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that—\nstarts on—\nthe day stated in the notice; or\nif the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\nis double the order period for the special hardship order.\n(sec.289-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence if— a special hardship order is made in relation to the person; and during the order period for the special hardship order— the person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or an order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in subparagraph (i) .\n(sec.289-ssec.2) The chief executive must give the person a written notice stating— the day the notice is given; and the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the order period for the special hardship order; and the suspension starts on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n(sec.289-ssec.3) For subsection (2) (c) (i) , the stated day must be at least 21 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.289-ssec.4) If the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) (c) (ii) that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day, the earlier day must not be before the day the person notifies the chief executive.\n(sec.289-ssec.5) If a notice is given under subsection (2) , the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that— starts on— the day stated in the notice; or if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and is double the order period for the special hardship order.\n- (a) a special hardship order is made in relation to the person; and\n- (b) during the order period for the special hardship order— (i) the person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or (ii) an order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in subparagraph (i) .\n- (i) the person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\n- (ii) an order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in subparagraph (i) .\n- (i) the person is convicted of an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit; or\n- (ii) an order is made against the person under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 38 for an offence mentioned in subparagraph (i) .\n- (a) the day the notice is given; and\n- (b) the person’s Queensland driver licence is suspended for a period that is double the order period for the special hardship order; and\n- (c) the suspension starts on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive in writing that the person wants the suspension to start on an earlier day—the earlier day.\n- (a) starts on— (i) the day stated in the notice; or (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and\n- (b) is double the order period for the special hardship order.\n- (i) the day stated in the notice; or\n- (ii) if the person notifies the chief executive of an earlier day under subsection (2) (c) (ii) —the earlier day; and","sortOrder":360},{"sectionNumber":"ch.9-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":361},{"sectionNumber":"sec.290","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of chapter","content":"### sec.290 Purpose of chapter\n\nThis chapter provides, for section 79E (4) of the Act , for matters relating to a section 79E order.","sortOrder":362},{"sectionNumber":"sec.291","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for chapter","content":"### sec.291 Definitions for chapter\n\nIn this chapter—\nrelevant charge , for a person’s suspended licence, means the charge that resulted in the licence being suspended under section 79B (2) of the Act .\nsuspended licence , of a person, means the person’s Queensland driver licence that has been suspended under section 79B (2) of the Act because the person has been charged as mentioned in section 79B (1) (a) , (ab) , (b) or (d) of the Act .","sortOrder":363},{"sectionNumber":"ch.9-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Eligibility to apply for section 79E orders","content":"# Eligibility to apply for section 79E orders","sortOrder":364},{"sectionNumber":"sec.292","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons eligible to apply for section 79E orders","content":"### sec.292 Persons eligible to apply for section 79E orders\n\nA person who has a suspended licence is eligible to apply for a section 79E order if—\nthe suspended licence is an open licence; and\nthe application relates to a Queensland driver licence of the same class as the suspended licence.\nHowever, a person is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if section 293 , 294 or 295 applies in relation to the person.\n(sec.292-ssec.1) A person who has a suspended licence is eligible to apply for a section 79E order if— the suspended licence is an open licence; and the application relates to a Queensland driver licence of the same class as the suspended licence.\n(sec.292-ssec.2) However, a person is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if section 293 , 294 or 295 applies in relation to the person.\n- (a) the suspended licence is an open licence; and\n- (b) the application relates to a Queensland driver licence of the same class as the suspended licence.","sortOrder":365},{"sectionNumber":"sec.293","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons not eligible to apply for section 79E orders—existing charges","content":"### sec.293 Persons not eligible to apply for section 79E orders—existing charges\n\nA person who has a suspended licence is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if, at the time of the relevant charge for the suspended licence—\nthe person had been previously charged with an offence against section 79 or 80 of the Act ; and\nthe previous charge had not been dealt with by a court, withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (a) the person had been previously charged with an offence against section 79 or 80 of the Act ; and\n- (b) the previous charge had not been dealt with by a court, withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.","sortOrder":366},{"sectionNumber":"sec.294","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons not eligible to apply for section 79E orders—particular circumstances","content":"### sec.294 Persons not eligible to apply for section 79E orders—particular circumstances\n\nA person who has a suspended licence is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if the act or omission that resulted in the relevant charge for the suspended licence happened, or is alleged to have happened, in 1 or more of the following circumstances—\nwhile the person was engaged in an activity directly connected with the person’s means of earning a living;\nwhile the person was driving a motor vehicle the person was not authorised, under an open licence, to drive;\nwhile the person held a restricted licence;\nwhile the person was driving a motor vehicle to which section 79 (2B) of the Act applies;\nfor a person who has been given a notice to choose and who, within the choice period, notifies the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour for a year while driving under section 264 (1) (b) —during the person’s good behaviour year;\nafter the person had been given a notice to choose, but before the end of the choice period.\n- (a) while the person was engaged in an activity directly connected with the person’s means of earning a living;\n- (b) while the person was driving a motor vehicle the person was not authorised, under an open licence, to drive;\n- (c) while the person held a restricted licence;\n- (d) while the person was driving a motor vehicle to which section 79 (2B) of the Act applies;\n- (e) for a person who has been given a notice to choose and who, within the choice period, notifies the chief executive in writing that the person agrees to be of good behaviour for a year while driving under section 264 (1) (b) —during the person’s good behaviour year;\n- (f) after the person had been given a notice to choose, but before the end of the choice period.","sortOrder":367},{"sectionNumber":"sec.295","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons not eligible to apply for section 79E orders—suspension etc. within 5-year period","content":"### sec.295 Persons not eligible to apply for section 79E orders—suspension etc. within 5-year period\n\nA person who has a suspended licence is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if, within 5 years before the relevant charge for the suspended licence—\na Queensland driver licence held by the person was suspended or cancelled, or the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; or\nthe person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence previously held by the person was suspended; or\nthe person was not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 , 281 , 282 , 283 or 287 or the expired regulation, section 84 or 88 ; or\nthe person was convicted of—\nan offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act ; or\nan offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A ; or\nan offence committed outside Queensland that, if committed in Queensland, would be an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act .\nFor subsection (1) (a) , the reference to a suspension, cancellation or disqualification does not include the following—\na suspension under section 79 (9) of the Act ;\na suspension under section 79B (2) of the Act ;\na 24-hour suspension under section 80 (22AA) of the Act ;\na suspension or cancellation that has been set aside under section 388 (1) or the expired regulation, section 132 ;\na suspension, cancellation or disqualification that has been set aside by QCAT or a court;\na suspension, cancellation or disqualification because of the person’s mental or physical incapacity;\na suspension under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 105 .\n(sec.295-ssec.1) A person who has a suspended licence is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if, within 5 years before the relevant charge for the suspended licence— a Queensland driver licence held by the person was suspended or cancelled, or the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; or the person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence previously held by the person was suspended; or the person was not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 , 281 , 282 , 283 or 287 or the expired regulation, section 84 or 88 ; or the person was convicted of— an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act ; or an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A ; or an offence committed outside Queensland that, if committed in Queensland, would be an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act .\n(sec.295-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (a) , the reference to a suspension, cancellation or disqualification does not include the following— a suspension under section 79 (9) of the Act ; a suspension under section 79B (2) of the Act ; a 24-hour suspension under section 80 (22AA) of the Act ; a suspension or cancellation that has been set aside under section 388 (1) or the expired regulation, section 132 ; a suspension, cancellation or disqualification that has been set aside by QCAT or a court; a suspension, cancellation or disqualification because of the person’s mental or physical incapacity; a suspension under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 105 .\n- (a) a Queensland driver licence held by the person was suspended or cancelled, or the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) the person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence previously held by the person was suspended; or\n- (c) the person was not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 , 281 , 282 , 283 or 287 or the expired regulation, section 84 or 88 ; or\n- (d) the person was convicted of— (i) an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act ; or (ii) an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A ; or (iii) an offence committed outside Queensland that, if committed in Queensland, would be an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act .\n- (i) an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act ; or\n- (ii) an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A ; or\n- (iii) an offence committed outside Queensland that, if committed in Queensland, would be an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act .\n- (i) an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act ; or\n- (ii) an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A ; or\n- (iii) an offence committed outside Queensland that, if committed in Queensland, would be an offence against section 79 or 80 (11) of the Act .\n- (a) a suspension under section 79 (9) of the Act ;\n- (b) a suspension under section 79B (2) of the Act ;\n- (c) a 24-hour suspension under section 80 (22AA) of the Act ;\n- (d) a suspension or cancellation that has been set aside under section 388 (1) or the expired regulation, section 132 ;\n- (e) a suspension, cancellation or disqualification that has been set aside by QCAT or a court;\n- (f) a suspension, cancellation or disqualification because of the person’s mental or physical incapacity;\n- (g) a suspension under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 105 .","sortOrder":368},{"sectionNumber":"ch.9-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Making and deciding applications for section 79E orders","content":"# Making and deciding applications for section 79E orders","sortOrder":369},{"sectionNumber":"sec.296","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applying for section 79E orders","content":"### sec.296 Applying for section 79E orders\n\nA person may apply for a section 79E order only to a relevant court for the person.\nThe application must be—\nmade within 21 days after the day the applicant’s suspended licence was suspended under section 79B (2) of the Act ; and\nmade in the approved form; and\naccompanied by the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\nSee also section 298 (2) and (3) for particular evidence the applicant must give the court.\nSubsection (2) (c) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\nThe applicant must give the commissioner a copy of the application, including the information or details mentioned in subsection (2) (c) —\nif the day of the hearing is within 4 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\notherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 3 days before the day of the hearing.\nIn this section—\nrelevant court , for a person, means—\nif the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\nif the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, another Magistrates Courts district—a court in the district.\n(sec.296-ssec.1) A person may apply for a section 79E order only to a relevant court for the person.\n(sec.296-ssec.2) The application must be— made within 21 days after the day the applicant’s suspended licence was suspended under section 79B (2) of the Act ; and made in the approved form; and accompanied by the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application. See also section 298 (2) and (3) for particular evidence the applicant must give the court.\n(sec.296-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (c) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\n(sec.296-ssec.4) The applicant must give the commissioner a copy of the application, including the information or details mentioned in subsection (2) (c) — if the day of the hearing is within 4 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 3 days before the day of the hearing.\n(sec.296-ssec.5) In this section— relevant court , for a person, means— if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, another Magistrates Courts district—a court in the district.\n- (a) made within 21 days after the day the applicant’s suspended licence was suspended under section 79B (2) of the Act ; and\n- (b) made in the approved form; and\n- (c) accompanied by the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application. Note— See also section 298 (2) and (3) for particular evidence the applicant must give the court.\n- (a) if the day of the hearing is within 4 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\n- (b) otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 3 days before the day of the hearing.\n- (a) if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\n- (b) if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, another Magistrates Courts district—a court in the district.","sortOrder":370},{"sectionNumber":"sec.297","sectionType":"section","heading":"Hearing of applications","content":"### sec.297 Hearing of applications\n\nIf required by the court, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nAlso, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nThe applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\nThe commissioner may—\nappear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\ngive or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the section 79E order; and\nexamine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n(sec.297-ssec.1) If required by the court, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.297-ssec.2) Also, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.297-ssec.3) The applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\n(sec.297-ssec.4) The commissioner may— appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and give or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the section 79E order; and examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n- (a) appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\n- (b) give or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the section 79E order; and\n- (c) examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.","sortOrder":371},{"sectionNumber":"sec.298","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.298 Deciding applications\n\nThe court may make the section 79E order only if satisfied—\nthe applicant is a fit and proper person to continue to drive, having regard to the applicant’s traffic history, and the safety of other road users and the public generally; and\nthat, if the order is made, there would not be an unacceptable risk of the applicant committing an offence against section 79 or 80 of the Act , having regard to the applicant’s traffic history; and\na refusal to make the order would cause either or both of the following—\nextreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living;\nsevere and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\nwhen the order is made, the applicant holds an open licence that would be valid other than for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates.\nFor subsection (1) (c) (i) , the applicant must give the court—\nan affidavit made by the applicant outlining how a refusal to make the section 79E order would cause extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\nif the applicant is not self-employed—an affidavit made by the applicant’s employer confirming the applicant would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\nFor subsection (1) (c) (ii) , the applicant must give the court an affidavit made by the applicant that—\noutlines how a refusal to make the section 79E order would cause severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\nis accompanied by a statutory declaration from a person other than the applicant, or other documentary evidence or certified copies of evidence, in support of each matter stated in the affidavit.\n(sec.298-ssec.1) The court may make the section 79E order only if satisfied— the applicant is a fit and proper person to continue to drive, having regard to the applicant’s traffic history, and the safety of other road users and the public generally; and that, if the order is made, there would not be an unacceptable risk of the applicant committing an offence against section 79 or 80 of the Act , having regard to the applicant’s traffic history; and a refusal to make the order would cause either or both of the following— extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and when the order is made, the applicant holds an open licence that would be valid other than for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates.\n(sec.298-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (c) (i) , the applicant must give the court— an affidavit made by the applicant outlining how a refusal to make the section 79E order would cause extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and if the applicant is not self-employed—an affidavit made by the applicant’s employer confirming the applicant would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n(sec.298-ssec.3) For subsection (1) (c) (ii) , the applicant must give the court an affidavit made by the applicant that— outlines how a refusal to make the section 79E order would cause severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and is accompanied by a statutory declaration from a person other than the applicant, or other documentary evidence or certified copies of evidence, in support of each matter stated in the affidavit.\n- (a) the applicant is a fit and proper person to continue to drive, having regard to the applicant’s traffic history, and the safety of other road users and the public generally; and\n- (b) that, if the order is made, there would not be an unacceptable risk of the applicant committing an offence against section 79 or 80 of the Act , having regard to the applicant’s traffic history; and\n- (c) a refusal to make the order would cause either or both of the following— (i) extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; (ii) severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (i) extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living;\n- (ii) severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (d) when the order is made, the applicant holds an open licence that would be valid other than for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates.\n- (i) extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living;\n- (ii) severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (a) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining how a refusal to make the section 79E order would cause extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (b) if the applicant is not self-employed—an affidavit made by the applicant’s employer confirming the applicant would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n- (a) outlines how a refusal to make the section 79E order would cause severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (b) is accompanied by a statutory declaration from a person other than the applicant, or other documentary evidence or certified copies of evidence, in support of each matter stated in the affidavit.","sortOrder":372},{"sectionNumber":"sec.299","sectionType":"section","heading":"Matters section 79E orders must and may state","content":"### sec.299 Matters section 79E orders must and may state\n\nIf a court decides to make a section 79E order for a person, the order must state the following—\nthe order has effect—\nwhile the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and\nuntil the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued;\nwhile the order is in effect for the person, a Queensland driver licence held by the person is subject to the restrictions stated in the order;\ndespite the order, the person is not authorised to drive a motor vehicle under a Queensland driver licence until the person obtains a replacement licence under section 79F of the Act .\nThe section 79E order must state the following restrictions—\nthe purpose for which a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\nthe class of motor vehicle that may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\nthe times at which, or period of time during which, a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\nthat a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence only if the person is carrying a copy of the order.\nThe section 79E order may also state the following restrictions—\nwhere a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, including, for example, the starting and ending places for journeys under the licence;\nwhether or not passengers may be carried in a motor vehicle being driven by the person under the person’s Queensland driver licence and, if passengers can be carried, the names or other identifying details of the passengers who may be carried;\nany other restriction the court considers appropriate.\nthe person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence\nthe person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n(sec.299-ssec.1) If a court decides to make a section 79E order for a person, the order must state the following— the order has effect— while the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and until the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued; while the order is in effect for the person, a Queensland driver licence held by the person is subject to the restrictions stated in the order; despite the order, the person is not authorised to drive a motor vehicle under a Queensland driver licence until the person obtains a replacement licence under section 79F of the Act .\n(sec.299-ssec.2) The section 79E order must state the following restrictions— the purpose for which a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence; the class of motor vehicle that may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence; the times at which, or period of time during which, a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence; that a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence only if the person is carrying a copy of the order.\n(sec.299-ssec.3) The section 79E order may also state the following restrictions— where a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, including, for example, the starting and ending places for journeys under the licence; whether or not passengers may be carried in a motor vehicle being driven by the person under the person’s Queensland driver licence and, if passengers can be carried, the names or other identifying details of the passengers who may be carried; any other restriction the court considers appropriate. the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n- (a) the order has effect— (i) while the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and (ii) until the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued;\n- (i) while the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and\n- (ii) until the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued;\n- (b) while the order is in effect for the person, a Queensland driver licence held by the person is subject to the restrictions stated in the order;\n- (c) despite the order, the person is not authorised to drive a motor vehicle under a Queensland driver licence until the person obtains a replacement licence under section 79F of the Act .\n- (i) while the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and\n- (ii) until the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued;\n- (a) the purpose for which a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\n- (b) the class of motor vehicle that may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\n- (c) the times at which, or period of time during which, a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\n- (d) that a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence only if the person is carrying a copy of the order.\n- (a) where a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, including, for example, the starting and ending places for journeys under the licence;\n- (b) whether or not passengers may be carried in a motor vehicle being driven by the person under the person’s Queensland driver licence and, if passengers can be carried, the names or other identifying details of the passengers who may be carried;\n- (c) any other restriction the court considers appropriate. Examples of other restrictions for paragraph (c) — • the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence • the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n- • the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence\n- • the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n- • the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence\n- • the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings","sortOrder":373},{"sectionNumber":"sec.300","sectionType":"section","heading":"Duration of section 79E orders","content":"### sec.300 Duration of section 79E orders\n\nA section 79E order for a person has effect—\nwhile the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and\nuntil the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (a) while the person holds an open licence that is valid, or would be valid but for the suspension, under section 79B (2) of the Act , to which the order relates; and\n- (b) until the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.","sortOrder":374},{"sectionNumber":"ch.9-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Variation of section 79E orders","content":"# Variation of section 79E orders","sortOrder":375},{"sectionNumber":"sec.301","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons may apply for orders to vary restrictions","content":"### sec.301 When persons may apply for orders to vary restrictions\n\nThis section applies if—\na court makes a section 79E order authorising a person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances; and\nthe circumstances change.\nA person is authorised under a section 79E order to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence to and from a stated place of work and the person’s place of work changes.\nThe person may apply to a relevant court for the person for an order (a section 79E variation order ) varying the restrictions that, under the section 79E order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person.\nIn this section—\nrelevant court , for a person to whom a section 79E order applies, means—\nif the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\nif the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, another Magistrates Courts district—a court in the district.\n(sec.301-ssec.1) This section applies if— a court makes a section 79E order authorising a person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances; and the circumstances change. A person is authorised under a section 79E order to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence to and from a stated place of work and the person’s place of work changes.\n(sec.301-ssec.2) The person may apply to a relevant court for the person for an order (a section 79E variation order ) varying the restrictions that, under the section 79E order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person.\n(sec.301-ssec.3) In this section— relevant court , for a person to whom a section 79E order applies, means— if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, another Magistrates Courts district—a court in the district.\n- (a) a court makes a section 79E order authorising a person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances; and\n- (b) the circumstances change. Example— A person is authorised under a section 79E order to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence to and from a stated place of work and the person’s place of work changes.\n- (a) if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\n- (b) if the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, was laid against the person in, or the person resides in, another Magistrates Courts district—a court in the district.","sortOrder":376},{"sectionNumber":"sec.302","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applying for section 79E variation orders","content":"### sec.302 Applying for section 79E variation orders\n\nAn application for a section 79E variation order must be—\nmade in the approved form; and\naccompanied by—\nan affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and\nthe information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\nWithout limiting subsection (1) (b) (ii) , if the reason for the application is the applicant has changed employer, the application must be accompanied by an affidavit made by the applicant’s new employer confirming the applicant—\nis currently employed by the new employer; and\nwould be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\nSubsection (1) (b) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\nThe applicant must give the commissioner a copy of the application, including the affidavits and the information or details accompanying the application—\nif the day of the hearing is within 4 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\notherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 3 days before the day of the hearing.\n(sec.302-ssec.1) An application for a section 79E variation order must be— made in the approved form; and accompanied by— an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n(sec.302-ssec.2) Without limiting subsection (1) (b) (ii) , if the reason for the application is the applicant has changed employer, the application must be accompanied by an affidavit made by the applicant’s new employer confirming the applicant— is currently employed by the new employer; and would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n(sec.302-ssec.3) Subsection (1) (b) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\n(sec.302-ssec.4) The applicant must give the commissioner a copy of the application, including the affidavits and the information or details accompanying the application— if the day of the hearing is within 4 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 3 days before the day of the hearing.\n- (a) made in the approved form; and\n- (b) accompanied by— (i) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and (ii) the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n- (i) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and\n- (ii) the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n- (i) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and\n- (ii) the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n- (a) is currently employed by the new employer; and\n- (b) would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n- (a) if the day of the hearing is within 4 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\n- (b) otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 3 days before the day of the hearing.","sortOrder":377},{"sectionNumber":"sec.303","sectionType":"section","heading":"Hearing of applications","content":"### sec.303 Hearing of applications\n\nIf required by the court, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nAlso, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nThe applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\nThe commissioner may—\nappear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\ngive or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the section 79E variation order; and\nexamine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n(sec.303-ssec.1) If required by the court, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.303-ssec.2) Also, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.303-ssec.3) The applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\n(sec.303-ssec.4) The commissioner may— appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and give or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the section 79E variation order; and examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n- (a) appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\n- (b) give or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the section 79E variation order; and\n- (c) examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.","sortOrder":378},{"sectionNumber":"sec.304","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.304 Deciding applications\n\nThe court may make the section 79E variation order only if the court—\nhas had regard to the restrictions that, under the section 79E order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the applicant; and\nconsiders the justice of the case requires the court to vary the restrictions; and\nis satisfied that, if the restrictions were varied, the section 79E order would continue to comply with section 299 (2) and (3) .\n- (a) has had regard to the restrictions that, under the section 79E order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the applicant; and\n- (b) considers the justice of the case requires the court to vary the restrictions; and\n- (c) is satisfied that, if the restrictions were varied, the section 79E order would continue to comply with section 299 (2) and (3) .","sortOrder":379},{"sectionNumber":"sec.305","sectionType":"section","heading":"Matters section 79E variation orders must state","content":"### sec.305 Matters section 79E variation orders must state\n\nIf a court decides to make a section 79E variation order for an applicant, the order must state the restrictions as varied that apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the applicant for the remainder of the period the section 79E order is in effect for the applicant.","sortOrder":380},{"sectionNumber":"ch.9-pt.5","sectionType":"part","heading":"Driving under section 79E orders","content":"# Driving under section 79E orders","sortOrder":381},{"sectionNumber":"sec.306","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failure to comply with section 79E orders","content":"### sec.306 Failure to comply with section 79E orders\n\nA person who is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a section 79E order must comply with the order, including the restrictions stated in the order that apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nFor subsection (1) , the person must comply with the restrictions stated in the section 79E order, as varied by any section 79E variation order.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\na person is convicted by a court of an offence against subsection (1) ; and\nthe relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, has not been dealt with by a court or has not been withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\nThe court that convicted the person of the offence against subsection (1) must disqualify the person from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence until the relevant charge is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n(sec.306-ssec.1) A person who is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a section 79E order must comply with the order, including the restrictions stated in the order that apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.306-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must comply with the restrictions stated in the section 79E order, as varied by any section 79E variation order.\n(sec.306-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— a person is convicted by a court of an offence against subsection (1) ; and the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, has not been dealt with by a court or has not been withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n(sec.306-ssec.4) The court that convicted the person of the offence against subsection (1) must disqualify the person from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence until the relevant charge is dealt with by a court or is withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.\n- (a) a person is convicted by a court of an offence against subsection (1) ; and\n- (b) the relevant charge for the person’s suspended licence, in relation to which the section 79E order was made, has not been dealt with by a court or has not been withdrawn or otherwise discontinued.","sortOrder":382},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":383},{"sectionNumber":"sec.307","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of chapter","content":"### sec.307 Purpose of chapter\n\nThis chapter provides, for section 150 (1A) of the Act , for—\nthe making of a special hardship order for a person whose open licence or provisional licence has been suspended under a relevant provision; and\nother matters relating to a special hardship order.\n- (a) the making of a special hardship order for a person whose open licence or provisional licence has been suspended under a relevant provision; and\n- (b) other matters relating to a special hardship order.","sortOrder":384},{"sectionNumber":"sec.308","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for chapter","content":"### sec.308 Definitions for chapter\n\nIn this chapter—\nrelevant provision means section 266 (5) or 285 (5) .\nsuspended open licence or provisional licence , of a person, means the person’s open licence or provisional licence that has been suspended under a relevant provision.","sortOrder":385},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Court may make special hardship orders","content":"# Court may make special hardship orders","sortOrder":386},{"sectionNumber":"sec.309","sectionType":"section","heading":"Court may make special hardship orders authorising particular persons to continue to drive","content":"### sec.309 Court may make special hardship orders authorising particular persons to continue to drive\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who—\nhas a suspended open licence or provisional licence; and\nis eligible under part 3 , and applies under part 4 , for a special hardship order.\nA court may make a special hardship order authorising the person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances.\n(sec.309-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who— has a suspended open licence or provisional licence; and is eligible under part 3 , and applies under part 4 , for a special hardship order.\n(sec.309-ssec.2) A court may make a special hardship order authorising the person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances.\n- (a) has a suspended open licence or provisional licence; and\n- (b) is eligible under part 3 , and applies under part 4 , for a special hardship order.","sortOrder":387},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Eligibility to apply for special hardship orders","content":"# Eligibility to apply for special hardship orders","sortOrder":388},{"sectionNumber":"sec.310","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons eligible to apply for special hardship orders","content":"### sec.310 Persons eligible to apply for special hardship orders\n\nA person who has a suspended open licence or provisional licence is eligible to apply for a special hardship order if the application relates to a Queensland driver licence of the same class as the suspended open licence or provisional licence.\nHowever, a person is not eligible to apply for a special hardship order if section 311 applies in relation to the person.\n(sec.310-ssec.1) A person who has a suspended open licence or provisional licence is eligible to apply for a special hardship order if the application relates to a Queensland driver licence of the same class as the suspended open licence or provisional licence.\n(sec.310-ssec.2) However, a person is not eligible to apply for a special hardship order if section 311 applies in relation to the person.","sortOrder":389},{"sectionNumber":"sec.311","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons not eligible to apply for special hardship orders","content":"### sec.311 Persons not eligible to apply for special hardship orders\n\nA person who has a suspended open licence or provisional licence is not eligible to apply for a special hardship order if, within 5 years before the licence was suspended—\na Queensland driver licence held by the person was suspended or cancelled, or the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; or\nthe person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence previously held by the person was suspended; or\nthe person was not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 , 281 , 282 , 283 or 287 or the expired regulation, section 84 or 88 ; or\nthe person was convicted of an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A .\nFor subsection (1) (a) , the reference to a suspension, cancellation or disqualification does not include the following—\na suspension under section 79 (9) of the Act ;\na suspension under section 79B (2) of the Act ;\na 24-hour suspension under section 80 (22AA) of the Act ;\na suspension or cancellation that has been set aside under section 388 (1) or the expired regulation, section 132 ;\na suspension, cancellation or disqualification that has been set aside by QCAT or a court;\na suspension, cancellation or disqualification because of the person’s mental or physical incapacity;\na suspension under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 105 ;\na suspension under the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , section 91ZJ .\n(sec.311-ssec.1) A person who has a suspended open licence or provisional licence is not eligible to apply for a special hardship order if, within 5 years before the licence was suspended— a Queensland driver licence held by the person was suspended or cancelled, or the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; or the person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence previously held by the person was suspended; or the person was not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 , 281 , 282 , 283 or 287 or the expired regulation, section 84 or 88 ; or the person was convicted of an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A .\n(sec.311-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (a) , the reference to a suspension, cancellation or disqualification does not include the following— a suspension under section 79 (9) of the Act ; a suspension under section 79B (2) of the Act ; a 24-hour suspension under section 80 (22AA) of the Act ; a suspension or cancellation that has been set aside under section 388 (1) or the expired regulation, section 132 ; a suspension, cancellation or disqualification that has been set aside by QCAT or a court; a suspension, cancellation or disqualification because of the person’s mental or physical incapacity; a suspension under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 105 ; a suspension under the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , section 91ZJ .\n- (a) a Queensland driver licence held by the person was suspended or cancelled, or the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence; or\n- (b) the person’s authority to drive on a Queensland road under a non-Queensland driver licence previously held by the person was suspended; or\n- (c) the person was not eligible to hold a Queensland driver licence under section 280 , 281 , 282 , 283 or 287 or the expired regulation, section 84 or 88 ; or\n- (d) the person was convicted of an offence against the Criminal Code , section 328A .\n- (a) a suspension under section 79 (9) of the Act ;\n- (b) a suspension under section 79B (2) of the Act ;\n- (c) a 24-hour suspension under section 80 (22AA) of the Act ;\n- (d) a suspension or cancellation that has been set aside under section 388 (1) or the expired regulation, section 132 ;\n- (e) a suspension, cancellation or disqualification that has been set aside by QCAT or a court;\n- (f) a suspension, cancellation or disqualification because of the person’s mental or physical incapacity;\n- (g) a suspension under the State Penalties Enforcement Act 1999 , section 105 ;\n- (h) a suspension under the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , section 91ZJ .","sortOrder":390},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Making and deciding applications for special hardship orders","content":"# Making and deciding applications for special hardship orders","sortOrder":391},{"sectionNumber":"sec.312","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applying for special hardship orders","content":"### sec.312 Applying for special hardship orders\n\nA person may apply for a special hardship order only to a relevant court for the person.\nThe application must be—\nmade in the approved form; and\naccompanied by the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\nSee also section 317 (2) and (3) for particular evidence the applicant must give to the court.\nSubsection (2) (b) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\nThe applicant must give the chief executive a copy of the application, including the information or details mentioned in subsection (2) (b) —\nif the day of the hearing is within 8 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\notherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 7 days before the day of the hearing.\nIn this section—\nrelevant court , for a person, means—\nif the person resides in a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\notherwise—a court in the Magistrates Courts district in which the person resides.\n(sec.312-ssec.1) A person may apply for a special hardship order only to a relevant court for the person.\n(sec.312-ssec.2) The application must be— made in the approved form; and accompanied by the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application. See also section 317 (2) and (3) for particular evidence the applicant must give to the court.\n(sec.312-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (b) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\n(sec.312-ssec.4) The applicant must give the chief executive a copy of the application, including the information or details mentioned in subsection (2) (b) — if the day of the hearing is within 8 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 7 days before the day of the hearing.\n(sec.312-ssec.5) In this section— relevant court , for a person, means— if the person resides in a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or otherwise—a court in the Magistrates Courts district in which the person resides.\n- (a) made in the approved form; and\n- (b) accompanied by the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application. Note— See also section 317 (2) and (3) for particular evidence the applicant must give to the court.\n- (a) if the day of the hearing is within 8 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\n- (b) otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 7 days before the day of the hearing.\n- (a) if the person resides in a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\n- (b) otherwise—a court in the Magistrates Courts district in which the person resides.","sortOrder":392},{"sectionNumber":"sec.313","sectionType":"section","heading":"Court may transfer applications","content":"### sec.313 Court may transfer applications\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies to a court for a special hardship order; and\nthe court (the transferring court ) decides it is not a relevant court for the person.\nThe transferring court may order that the application be transferred to a relevant court for the person if the transferring court is satisfied the application was made in the approved form.\nAs soon as reasonably practicable after the transferring court makes the order under subsection (2) , the clerk of the transferring court must notify the person and the chief executive of the terms of the order, including the name of the court to which the application is transferred.\nAn application transferred under this section is taken to have been made under section 312 (1) .\nIn this section—\nrelevant court , for a person, see section 312 (5) .\n(sec.313-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies to a court for a special hardship order; and the court (the transferring court ) decides it is not a relevant court for the person.\n(sec.313-ssec.2) The transferring court may order that the application be transferred to a relevant court for the person if the transferring court is satisfied the application was made in the approved form.\n(sec.313-ssec.3) As soon as reasonably practicable after the transferring court makes the order under subsection (2) , the clerk of the transferring court must notify the person and the chief executive of the terms of the order, including the name of the court to which the application is transferred.\n(sec.313-ssec.4) An application transferred under this section is taken to have been made under section 312 (1) .\n(sec.313-ssec.5) In this section— relevant court , for a person, see section 312 (5) .\n- (a) a person applies to a court for a special hardship order; and\n- (b) the court (the transferring court ) decides it is not a relevant court for the person.","sortOrder":393},{"sectionNumber":"sec.314","sectionType":"section","heading":"Making of application for special hardship order stays suspension","content":"### sec.314 Making of application for special hardship order stays suspension\n\nThe suspension of a person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence under a relevant provision is stayed from the day the chief executive receives a copy of the person’s application for a special hardship order under section 312 (4) until the day before the day of the hearing of the application.","sortOrder":394},{"sectionNumber":"sec.315","sectionType":"section","heading":"Hearing of applications","content":"### sec.315 Hearing of applications\n\nIf required by the court hearing an application for a special hardship order, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nAlso, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nThe applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\nThe chief executive may—\nappear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\ngive and produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the special hardship order; and\nexamine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n(sec.315-ssec.1) If required by the court hearing an application for a special hardship order, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.315-ssec.2) Also, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.315-ssec.3) The applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\n(sec.315-ssec.4) The chief executive may— appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and give and produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the special hardship order; and examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n- (a) appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\n- (b) give and produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the special hardship order; and\n- (c) examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.","sortOrder":395},{"sectionNumber":"sec.316","sectionType":"section","heading":"Similar applications may be considered together","content":"### sec.316 Similar applications may be considered together\n\nThis section applies if—\na person’s open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both  sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) for the same offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 ; and\nthe person makes separate applications to a court for special hardship orders in relation to the suspensions.\nThe court may consider both applications together and must try to ensure both applications are considered together.\n(sec.316-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person’s open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both  sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) for the same offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 ; and the person makes separate applications to a court for special hardship orders in relation to the suspensions.\n(sec.316-ssec.2) The court may consider both applications together and must try to ensure both applications are considered together.\n- (a) a person’s open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both  sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) for the same offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 ; and\n- (b) the person makes separate applications to a court for special hardship orders in relation to the suspensions.","sortOrder":396},{"sectionNumber":"sec.317","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.317 Deciding applications\n\nA court may make a special hardship order only if satisfied—\nthe applicant is a fit and proper person to continue to drive, having regard to the applicant’s traffic history, and the safety of other road users and the public generally; and\na refusal to make the order would cause either or both of the following—\nextreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living;\nsevere and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\nwhen the order is made, the applicant holds an open licence or provisional licence that would be valid other than for the suspension, under a relevant provision, to which the order relates.\nFor subsection (1) (b) (i) , the applicant must give the court—\nan affidavit made by the applicant outlining how a refusal to make the special hardship order would cause extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\nif the applicant is not self-employed—an affidavit made by the applicant’s employer confirming the applicant would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\nFor subsection (1) (b) (ii) , the applicant must give the court an affidavit made by the applicant that—\noutlines how a refusal to make the special hardship order would cause severe and unusual hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\nis accompanied by a statutory declaration from a person other than the applicant or other documentary evidence, or certified copies of evidence, in support of each matter stated in the affidavit.\n(sec.317-ssec.1) A court may make a special hardship order only if satisfied— the applicant is a fit and proper person to continue to drive, having regard to the applicant’s traffic history, and the safety of other road users and the public generally; and a refusal to make the order would cause either or both of the following— extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and when the order is made, the applicant holds an open licence or provisional licence that would be valid other than for the suspension, under a relevant provision, to which the order relates.\n(sec.317-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) (i) , the applicant must give the court— an affidavit made by the applicant outlining how a refusal to make the special hardship order would cause extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and if the applicant is not self-employed—an affidavit made by the applicant’s employer confirming the applicant would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n(sec.317-ssec.3) For subsection (1) (b) (ii) , the applicant must give the court an affidavit made by the applicant that— outlines how a refusal to make the special hardship order would cause severe and unusual hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and is accompanied by a statutory declaration from a person other than the applicant or other documentary evidence, or certified copies of evidence, in support of each matter stated in the affidavit.\n- (a) the applicant is a fit and proper person to continue to drive, having regard to the applicant’s traffic history, and the safety of other road users and the public generally; and\n- (b) a refusal to make the order would cause either or both of the following— (i) extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; (ii) severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (i) extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living;\n- (ii) severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (c) when the order is made, the applicant holds an open licence or provisional licence that would be valid other than for the suspension, under a relevant provision, to which the order relates.\n- (i) extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living;\n- (ii) severe and unusual hardship to the applicant or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (a) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining how a refusal to make the special hardship order would cause extreme hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (b) if the applicant is not self-employed—an affidavit made by the applicant’s employer confirming the applicant would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n- (a) outlines how a refusal to make the special hardship order would cause severe and unusual hardship to the applicant, or the applicant’s family, in a way other than by depriving the applicant of the applicant’s means of earning a living; and\n- (b) is accompanied by a statutory declaration from a person other than the applicant or other documentary evidence, or certified copies of evidence, in support of each matter stated in the affidavit.","sortOrder":397},{"sectionNumber":"sec.318","sectionType":"section","heading":"Matters special hardship orders must and may state","content":"### sec.318 Matters special hardship orders must and may state\n\nIf a court decides to make a special hardship order for a person, the order must state the following—\nthe order has effect—\nwhile the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and\nuntil the end of the order period;\nwhile the order is in effect for the person, a Queensland driver licence held by the person is subject to the restrictions stated in the order.\nFor subsection (1) , the order period is the period, starting on the day the special hardship order is made, that is equivalent to the length of the period the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence would have been suspended under the relevant provision if the special hardship order had not been made.\nFor a person whose suspended open licence or provisional licence is suspended under section 285 (5) , the order period is 6 months starting on the day the special hardship order is made.\nHowever, if the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) , the order period must be equivalent to the length of the longer of the periods the licence would have been suspended for under those sections if the special hardship order had not been made.\nThe special hardship order must state the following restrictions—\nthe purpose for which a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\nthe class of motor vehicle that may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\nthe times at which, or period of time during which, a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\nthat a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence only if the person is carrying a copy of the order.\nThe special hardship order may also state the following restrictions—\nwhere a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, including, for example, the starting and ending places for journeys under the licence;\nwhether or not passengers may be carried in a motor vehicle being driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, and if they can be carried, the names or other identifying details of the passengers who may be carried;\nany other restriction the court considers appropriate.\nthe person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence\nthe person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n(sec.318-ssec.1) If a court decides to make a special hardship order for a person, the order must state the following— the order has effect— while the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and until the end of the order period; while the order is in effect for the person, a Queensland driver licence held by the person is subject to the restrictions stated in the order.\n(sec.318-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the order period is the period, starting on the day the special hardship order is made, that is equivalent to the length of the period the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence would have been suspended under the relevant provision if the special hardship order had not been made. For a person whose suspended open licence or provisional licence is suspended under section 285 (5) , the order period is 6 months starting on the day the special hardship order is made.\n(sec.318-ssec.3) However, if the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) , the order period must be equivalent to the length of the longer of the periods the licence would have been suspended for under those sections if the special hardship order had not been made.\n(sec.318-ssec.4) The special hardship order must state the following restrictions— the purpose for which a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence; the class of motor vehicle that may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence; the times at which, or period of time during which, a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence; that a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence only if the person is carrying a copy of the order.\n(sec.318-ssec.5) The special hardship order may also state the following restrictions— where a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, including, for example, the starting and ending places for journeys under the licence; whether or not passengers may be carried in a motor vehicle being driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, and if they can be carried, the names or other identifying details of the passengers who may be carried; any other restriction the court considers appropriate. the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n- (a) the order has effect— (i) while the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and (ii) until the end of the order period;\n- (i) while the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and\n- (ii) until the end of the order period;\n- (b) while the order is in effect for the person, a Queensland driver licence held by the person is subject to the restrictions stated in the order.\n- (i) while the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and\n- (ii) until the end of the order period;\n- (a) the purpose for which a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\n- (b) the class of motor vehicle that may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\n- (c) the times at which, or period of time during which, a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence;\n- (d) that a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence only if the person is carrying a copy of the order.\n- (a) where a motor vehicle may be driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, including, for example, the starting and ending places for journeys under the licence;\n- (b) whether or not passengers may be carried in a motor vehicle being driven under the person’s Queensland driver licence, and if they can be carried, the names or other identifying details of the passengers who may be carried;\n- (c) any other restriction the court considers appropriate. Examples of other restrictions for paragraph (c) — • the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence • the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n- • the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence\n- • the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings\n- • the person must wear the person’s work uniform when driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence\n- • the person must carry a logbook containing the details of all driving under the person’s Queensland driver licence that is work-related travel, including, for example, start and end times, destinations and odometer readings","sortOrder":398},{"sectionNumber":"sec.319","sectionType":"section","heading":"Duration of special hardship orders","content":"### sec.319 Duration of special hardship orders\n\nA special hardship order for a person has effect—\nwhile the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and\nuntil the end of the order period.\n- (a) while the person holds a valid open licence or provisional licence; and\n- (b) until the end of the order period.","sortOrder":399},{"sectionNumber":"sec.320","sectionType":"section","heading":"Effect of court’s decision","content":"### sec.320 Effect of court’s decision\n\nIf a court makes a special hardship order for a person—\nthe suspension of the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence under a relevant provision ends when the order is made; and\nwhile the order is in effect for the person, the person is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in the circumstances, and subject to the restrictions, stated in the order.\nIf a court refuses to make a special hardship order for a person, the suspension of the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence under a relevant provision continues for a period that is equivalent to the length of the period of the suspension under the relevant provision less any part of that period of suspension served before the suspension was stayed under section 314 .\nHowever, if the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) , the suspension of the licence continues for a period that is equivalent to the length of the longer of the periods of suspension under those sections less any part of those periods served before the suspension was stayed under section 314 .\n(sec.320-ssec.1) If a court makes a special hardship order for a person— the suspension of the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence under a relevant provision ends when the order is made; and while the order is in effect for the person, the person is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in the circumstances, and subject to the restrictions, stated in the order.\n(sec.320-ssec.2) If a court refuses to make a special hardship order for a person, the suspension of the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence under a relevant provision continues for a period that is equivalent to the length of the period of the suspension under the relevant provision less any part of that period of suspension served before the suspension was stayed under section 314 .\n(sec.320-ssec.3) However, if the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence is suspended under both sections 266 (5) and 285 (5) , the suspension of the licence continues for a period that is equivalent to the length of the longer of the periods of suspension under those sections less any part of those periods served before the suspension was stayed under section 314 .\n- (a) the suspension of the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence under a relevant provision ends when the order is made; and\n- (b) while the order is in effect for the person, the person is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in the circumstances, and subject to the restrictions, stated in the order.","sortOrder":400},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.5","sectionType":"part","heading":"Obtaining replacement Queensland driver licences","content":"# Obtaining replacement Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":401},{"sectionNumber":"sec.321","sectionType":"section","heading":"Replacement Queensland driver licences if special hardship orders made","content":"### sec.321 Replacement Queensland driver licences if special hardship orders made\n\nThis section applies if a court makes a special hardship order for a person.\nThe person must, within 14 days after the day the special hardship order is made, apply for a replacement Queensland driver licence that—\nis of the same class, category and type as the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence to which the order relates; and\nincludes a code indicating that the person who holds the licence is authorised to drive motor vehicles only under a special hardship order.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe application must be accompanied by a copy of the special hardship order.\nA person does not commit an offence against subsection (2) if the person has a reasonable excuse.\nIn deciding the application, the chief executive must—\nhave regard to the special hardship order; and\ndeal with the application as if it were an application under section 195 .\nDespite subsection (5) (b) , the chief executive may only refuse the application if, under an Act—\nthe person’s open licence or provisional licence to which the special hardship order relates is suspended or cancelled, or the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence, for a reason other than the reason that resulted in the suspension to which the special hardship order relates; or\nthe person’s open licence or provisional licence to which the special hardship order relates would have been suspended or cancelled, or the person would have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence, other than for the person’s open licence or provisional licence being already suspended under a relevant provision.\n(sec.321-ssec.1) This section applies if a court makes a special hardship order for a person.\n(sec.321-ssec.2) The person must, within 14 days after the day the special hardship order is made, apply for a replacement Queensland driver licence that— is of the same class, category and type as the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence to which the order relates; and includes a code indicating that the person who holds the licence is authorised to drive motor vehicles only under a special hardship order. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.321-ssec.3) The application must be accompanied by a copy of the special hardship order.\n(sec.321-ssec.4) A person does not commit an offence against subsection (2) if the person has a reasonable excuse.\n(sec.321-ssec.5) In deciding the application, the chief executive must— have regard to the special hardship order; and deal with the application as if it were an application under section 195 .\n(sec.321-ssec.6) Despite subsection (5) (b) , the chief executive may only refuse the application if, under an Act— the person’s open licence or provisional licence to which the special hardship order relates is suspended or cancelled, or the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence, for a reason other than the reason that resulted in the suspension to which the special hardship order relates; or the person’s open licence or provisional licence to which the special hardship order relates would have been suspended or cancelled, or the person would have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence, other than for the person’s open licence or provisional licence being already suspended under a relevant provision.\n- (a) is of the same class, category and type as the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence to which the order relates; and\n- (b) includes a code indicating that the person who holds the licence is authorised to drive motor vehicles only under a special hardship order.\n- (a) have regard to the special hardship order; and\n- (b) deal with the application as if it were an application under section 195 .\n- (a) the person’s open licence or provisional licence to which the special hardship order relates is suspended or cancelled, or the person is disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence, for a reason other than the reason that resulted in the suspension to which the special hardship order relates; or\n- (b) the person’s open licence or provisional licence to which the special hardship order relates would have been suspended or cancelled, or the person would have been disqualified from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence, other than for the person’s open licence or provisional licence being already suspended under a relevant provision.","sortOrder":402},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.6","sectionType":"part","heading":"Variation of special hardship orders","content":"# Variation of special hardship orders","sortOrder":403},{"sectionNumber":"sec.322","sectionType":"section","heading":"When persons may apply for orders to vary restrictions","content":"### sec.322 When persons may apply for orders to vary restrictions\n\nThis section applies if—\na court makes a special hardship order authorising a person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances; and\nthe circumstances change.\nA person is authorised under a special hardship order to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence to and from a stated place of work, and the person’s place of work changes.\nThe person may apply to a relevant court for the person for an order (a special hardship variation order ) varying the restrictions that, under the special hardship order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person.\nIn this section—\nrelevant court , for a person, means—\nif the person resides in a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\notherwise—a court in the Magistrates Courts district in which the person resides.\n(sec.322-ssec.1) This section applies if— a court makes a special hardship order authorising a person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances; and the circumstances change. A person is authorised under a special hardship order to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence to and from a stated place of work, and the person’s place of work changes.\n(sec.322-ssec.2) The person may apply to a relevant court for the person for an order (a special hardship variation order ) varying the restrictions that, under the special hardship order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person.\n(sec.322-ssec.3) In this section— relevant court , for a person, means— if the person resides in a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or otherwise—a court in the Magistrates Courts district in which the person resides.\n- (a) a court makes a special hardship order authorising a person to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence in stated circumstances; and\n- (b) the circumstances change. Example— A person is authorised under a special hardship order to continue to drive motor vehicles under a Queensland driver licence to and from a stated place of work, and the person’s place of work changes.\n- (a) if the person resides in a division of the Brisbane Magistrates Courts District—a court in the division; or\n- (b) otherwise—a court in the Magistrates Courts district in which the person resides.","sortOrder":404},{"sectionNumber":"sec.323","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applying for special hardship variation orders","content":"### sec.323 Applying for special hardship variation orders\n\nAn application for a special hardship variation order must be—\nmade in the approved form; and\naccompanied by—\nan affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and\nthe information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\nWithout limiting subsection (1) (b) (ii) , if the reason for the application is the applicant has changed employer, the applicant must give the court an affidavit made by the applicant’s new employer confirming the applicant—\nis currently employed by the new employer; and\nwould be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\nSubsection (1) (b) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\nThe applicant must give the chief executive a copy of the application, including the affidavits and the information or details accompanying the application—\nif the day of the hearing is within 8 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\notherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 7 days before the day of the hearing.\n(sec.323-ssec.1) An application for a special hardship variation order must be— made in the approved form; and accompanied by— an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n(sec.323-ssec.2) Without limiting subsection (1) (b) (ii) , if the reason for the application is the applicant has changed employer, the applicant must give the court an affidavit made by the applicant’s new employer confirming the applicant— is currently employed by the new employer; and would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n(sec.323-ssec.3) Subsection (1) (b) does not prevent the applicant from giving or producing further evidence at the hearing of the application.\n(sec.323-ssec.4) The applicant must give the chief executive a copy of the application, including the affidavits and the information or details accompanying the application— if the day of the hearing is within 8 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 7 days before the day of the hearing.\n- (a) made in the approved form; and\n- (b) accompanied by— (i) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and (ii) the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n- (i) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and\n- (ii) the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n- (i) an affidavit made by the applicant outlining why the variation mentioned in the application is necessary; and\n- (ii) the information, or details of the information, the applicant intends to rely on for the application.\n- (a) is currently employed by the new employer; and\n- (b) would be deprived of the applicant’s means of earning a living if the application were refused.\n- (a) if the day of the hearing is within 8 days after the day the application is made—as soon as practicable but before the day of the hearing; or\n- (b) otherwise—as soon as practicable but at least 7 days before the day of the hearing.","sortOrder":405},{"sectionNumber":"sec.324","sectionType":"section","heading":"Court may transfer applications","content":"### sec.324 Court may transfer applications\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies to a court for a special hardship variation order; and\nthe court (the transferring court ) decides it is not a relevant court for the person.\nThe transferring court may order that the application be transferred to a relevant court for the person if the transferring court is satisfied the application was made in the approved form.\nAs soon as reasonably practicable after the transferring court makes the order under subsection (2) , the clerk of the transferring court must notify the person and the chief executive of the terms of the order, including the name of the court to which the application is transferred.\nAn application transferred under this section is taken to have been made under section 322 (2) .\nIn this section—\nrelevant court , for a person, see section 322 (3) .\n(sec.324-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies to a court for a special hardship variation order; and the court (the transferring court ) decides it is not a relevant court for the person.\n(sec.324-ssec.2) The transferring court may order that the application be transferred to a relevant court for the person if the transferring court is satisfied the application was made in the approved form.\n(sec.324-ssec.3) As soon as reasonably practicable after the transferring court makes the order under subsection (2) , the clerk of the transferring court must notify the person and the chief executive of the terms of the order, including the name of the court to which the application is transferred.\n(sec.324-ssec.4) An application transferred under this section is taken to have been made under section 322 (2) .\n(sec.324-ssec.5) In this section— relevant court , for a person, see section 322 (3) .\n- (a) a person applies to a court for a special hardship variation order; and\n- (b) the court (the transferring court ) decides it is not a relevant court for the person.","sortOrder":406},{"sectionNumber":"sec.325","sectionType":"section","heading":"Hearing of applications","content":"### sec.325 Hearing of applications\n\nIf required by the court hearing an application for a special hardship variation order, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nAlso, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\nThe applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\nThe chief executive may—\nappear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\ngive or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the special hardship variation order; and\nexamine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n(sec.325-ssec.1) If required by the court hearing an application for a special hardship variation order, the applicant must attend as a witness to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.325-ssec.2) Also, other persons may be called as witnesses to give evidence in relation to a matter relevant to the application.\n(sec.325-ssec.3) The applicant or another witness may be cross-examined in relation to the evidence.\n(sec.325-ssec.4) The chief executive may— appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and give or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the special hardship variation order; and examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.\n- (a) appear and be heard at the hearing of the application; and\n- (b) give or produce evidence at the hearing for or against the making of the special hardship variation order; and\n- (c) examine and cross-examine witnesses called to give evidence at the hearing.","sortOrder":407},{"sectionNumber":"sec.326","sectionType":"section","heading":"Deciding applications","content":"### sec.326 Deciding applications\n\nThe court may make a special hardship variation order only if the court—\nhas had regard to the restrictions that, under the special hardship order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the applicant; and\nconsiders the justice of the case requires the court to vary the restrictions; and\nis satisfied that, if the restrictions were varied, the special hardship order would continue to comply with section 318 (4) and (5) .\n- (a) has had regard to the restrictions that, under the special hardship order, apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the applicant; and\n- (b) considers the justice of the case requires the court to vary the restrictions; and\n- (c) is satisfied that, if the restrictions were varied, the special hardship order would continue to comply with section 318 (4) and (5) .","sortOrder":408},{"sectionNumber":"sec.327","sectionType":"section","heading":"Matters special hardship variation orders must state","content":"### sec.327 Matters special hardship variation orders must state\n\nIf a court decides to make a special hardship variation order for an applicant, the order must state the restrictions as varied that apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the applicant for the remainder of the period the special hardship order is in effect for the applicant.","sortOrder":409},{"sectionNumber":"ch.10-pt.7","sectionType":"part","heading":"Driving under special hardship orders","content":"# Driving under special hardship orders","sortOrder":410},{"sectionNumber":"sec.328","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failure to comply with special hardship orders","content":"### sec.328 Failure to comply with special hardship orders\n\nA person who is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a special hardship order must comply with the order, including the restrictions stated in the order that apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nFor subsection (1) , the person must comply with the restrictions stated in the special hardship order, as varied by any special hardship variation order.\nIf a person is convicted by a court of an offence against subsection (1) , the court must disqualify the person from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence for the following period—\nif the person is convicted during the order period for the special hardship order—the period starting on the day of the conviction and ending on the day that is 3 months after the day the order period ends;\nif the person is convicted after the order period for the special hardship order has ended—a period of 3 months starting on the day of the conviction.\n(sec.328-ssec.1) A person who is authorised to continue to drive motor vehicles under a special hardship order must comply with the order, including the restrictions stated in the order that apply to a Queensland driver licence held by the person. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.328-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the person must comply with the restrictions stated in the special hardship order, as varied by any special hardship variation order.\n(sec.328-ssec.3) If a person is convicted by a court of an offence against subsection (1) , the court must disqualify the person from holding or obtaining a Queensland driver licence for the following period— if the person is convicted during the order period for the special hardship order—the period starting on the day of the conviction and ending on the day that is 3 months after the day the order period ends; if the person is convicted after the order period for the special hardship order has ended—a period of 3 months starting on the day of the conviction.\n- (a) if the person is convicted during the order period for the special hardship order—the period starting on the day of the conviction and ending on the day that is 3 months after the day the order period ends;\n- (b) if the person is convicted after the order period for the special hardship order has ended—a period of 3 months starting on the day of the conviction.","sortOrder":411},{"sectionNumber":"ch.12-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":412},{"sectionNumber":"sec.333","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for chapter","content":"### sec.333 Definitions for chapter\n\nIn this chapter—\napplicant means a person who applies for an interlock exemption under chapter 5 , part 3B , division 3 of the Act .\nfitted with a prescribed interlock includes fitted with an interlock in compliance with a non-Queensland interlock requirement.\ninterlock driver record , for a person, means a record in the approved form that identifies the driver of a nominated vehicle for the person at a particular time during the person’s overlap period.\nnominated vehicle , for a person, see section 91I of the Act .\noverlap period , in relation to a person, means the period in which a motor vehicle is a nominated vehicle for the person and 1 or more other persons.\nrecord period , in relation to a person, means the period—\nstarting at the beginning of the person’s overlap period; and\nending on the day that is 1 year after the end of the person’s overlap period.\n- (a) starting at the beginning of the person’s overlap period; and\n- (b) ending on the day that is 1 year after the end of the person’s overlap period.","sortOrder":413},{"sectionNumber":"ch.12-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Approved interlocks and nominated vehicles for more than 1 person","content":"# Approved interlocks and nominated vehicles for more than 1 person","sortOrder":414},{"sectionNumber":"sec.334","sectionType":"section","heading":"Approved interlocks under ch 5 , pt 3B of the Act","content":"### sec.334 Approved interlocks under ch 5 , pt 3B of the Act\n\nFor section 91I of the Act , definition approved , the following interlocks are approved—\nAlcolock TM LR;\nDräger Interlock® 7000 (also known as Draeger Interlock® 7000);\nDräger Interlock® 7500 (also known as Draeger Interlock® 7500);\nSmart Start 20/20 (also known as SSI-20/20 TM );\nSmart Start 20/30 (also known as SSI-20/30 TM );\nSmart Start 20/35 (also known as SSI-20/35 TM ).\nSee, however, section 431 in relation to a person’s interlock period starting before 10 September 2021.\ns 334 (2)–(4) exp 10 September 2021 (see s 334(4))\n- (a) Alcolock TM LR;\n- (b) Dräger Interlock® 7000 (also known as Draeger Interlock® 7000);\n- (c) Dräger Interlock® 7500 (also known as Draeger Interlock® 7500);\n- (d) Smart Start 20/20 (also known as SSI-20/20 TM );\n- (e) Smart Start 20/30 (also known as SSI-20/30 TM );\n- (f) Smart Start 20/35 (also known as SSI-20/35 TM ).","sortOrder":415},{"sectionNumber":"sec.335","sectionType":"section","heading":"Nomination of motor vehicle for more than 1 person— Act , s 91L","content":"### sec.335 Nomination of motor vehicle for more than 1 person— Act , s 91L\n\nFor section 91L (2) of the Act , a particular motor vehicle can not be the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person unless—\nthe vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability to identify the driver of the vehicle at a particular time, for example, by way of a PIN or swipe card; or\nif paragraph (a) does not apply—each person keeps an interlock driver record.\n- (a) the vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability to identify the driver of the vehicle at a particular time, for example, by way of a PIN or swipe card; or\n- (b) if paragraph (a) does not apply—each person keeps an interlock driver record.","sortOrder":416},{"sectionNumber":"sec.336","sectionType":"section","heading":"Using technical capability to identify drivers","content":"### sec.336 Using technical capability to identify drivers\n\nThis section applies if—\na motor vehicle is the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person; and\nthe vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability mentioned in section 335 (a) .\nA person for whom the motor vehicle is a nominated vehicle must use the technical capability of the interlock to identify the person as the driver of the vehicle while operating the vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.336-ssec.1) This section applies if— a motor vehicle is the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person; and the vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability mentioned in section 335 (a) .\n(sec.336-ssec.2) A person for whom the motor vehicle is a nominated vehicle must use the technical capability of the interlock to identify the person as the driver of the vehicle while operating the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n- (a) a motor vehicle is the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person; and\n- (b) the vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability mentioned in section 335 (a) .","sortOrder":417},{"sectionNumber":"sec.337","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of another person’s means of identification","content":"### sec.337 Use of another person’s means of identification\n\nThis section applies if—\na motor vehicle is the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person; and\nthe vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability mentioned in section 335 (a) .\nA relevant driver must not use someone else’s means of identification to operate the motor vehicle.\na PIN or swipe card\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nA relevant driver (the first driver ) must not allow another relevant driver to use the first driver’s means of identification to operate the motor vehicle.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nIn this section—\nrelevant driver means a person whose Queensland driver licence is subject to an interlock condition.\n(sec.337-ssec.1) This section applies if— a motor vehicle is the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person; and the vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability mentioned in section 335 (a) .\n(sec.337-ssec.2) A relevant driver must not use someone else’s means of identification to operate the motor vehicle. a PIN or swipe card Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.337-ssec.3) A relevant driver (the first driver ) must not allow another relevant driver to use the first driver’s means of identification to operate the motor vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.337-ssec.4) In this section— relevant driver means a person whose Queensland driver licence is subject to an interlock condition.\n- (a) a motor vehicle is the nominated vehicle for more than 1 person; and\n- (b) the vehicle is fitted with a prescribed interlock that has the technical capability mentioned in section 335 (a) .","sortOrder":418},{"sectionNumber":"sec.338","sectionType":"section","heading":"Producing interlock driver records","content":"### sec.338 Producing interlock driver records\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who is required to keep an interlock driver record under section 335 (b) .\nThe chief executive may, during the person’s record period, give the person a written notice requiring the person to produce to the chief executive the person’s interlock driver record in relation to a stated period within the person’s overlap period.\nThe person must comply with the requirement within 7 days after the notice is given, unless the person has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty for subsection (3) —20 penalty units.\n(sec.338-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who is required to keep an interlock driver record under section 335 (b) .\n(sec.338-ssec.2) The chief executive may, during the person’s record period, give the person a written notice requiring the person to produce to the chief executive the person’s interlock driver record in relation to a stated period within the person’s overlap period.\n(sec.338-ssec.3) The person must comply with the requirement within 7 days after the notice is given, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty for subsection (3) —20 penalty units.","sortOrder":419},{"sectionNumber":"sec.339","sectionType":"section","heading":"Damaging interlock driver records","content":"### sec.339 Damaging interlock driver records\n\nIf a person (the driver ) is required to keep an interlock driver record under section 335 (b) , the driver or someone else must not wilfully damage the record within the driver’s record period.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.","sortOrder":420},{"sectionNumber":"sec.340","sectionType":"section","heading":"Interlock driver records that are damaged, lost or stolen","content":"### sec.340 Interlock driver records that are damaged, lost or stolen\n\nThis section applies if a person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the person’s interlock driver record has been damaged, lost or stolen during the person’s record period.\nThe person must give the chief executive written notice that the interlock driver record has been, or is suspected to have been, damaged, lost or stolen within 14 days after the day the person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the record has been damaged, lost or stolen.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.340-ssec.1) This section applies if a person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the person’s interlock driver record has been damaged, lost or stolen during the person’s record period.\n(sec.340-ssec.2) The person must give the chief executive written notice that the interlock driver record has been, or is suspected to have been, damaged, lost or stolen within 14 days after the day the person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the record has been damaged, lost or stolen. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.","sortOrder":421},{"sectionNumber":"ch.12-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Interlock exemptions","content":"# Interlock exemptions","sortOrder":422},{"sectionNumber":"ch.12-pt.3-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Nearest place of business","content":"## Nearest place of business","sortOrder":423},{"sectionNumber":"sec.341","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radius from nearest place of business— Act , s 91Q","content":"### sec.341 Radius from nearest place of business— Act , s 91Q\n\nFor section 91Q (3) (a) (iii) (A) of the Act , a radius of 150km is prescribed.","sortOrder":424},{"sectionNumber":"ch.12-pt.3-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Matters for exemption","content":"## Matters for exemption","sortOrder":425},{"sectionNumber":"sec.342","sectionType":"section","heading":"Purpose of division— Act , s 91Q","content":"### sec.342 Purpose of division— Act , s 91Q\n\nThis division prescribes matters for section 91Q (3) (c) of the Act .","sortOrder":426},{"sectionNumber":"sec.343","sectionType":"section","heading":"Principal place of residence on Queensland island","content":"### sec.343 Principal place of residence on Queensland island\n\nThe chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to an applicant if satisfied of the following—\nthe applicant’s principal place of residence is on a Queensland island;\na prescribed interlock installer does not have a place of business on the island;\nthe island is not connected by a bridge to the mainland;\nthe island is not connected by a bridge to another island that is connected by a bridge to the mainland.\nIn this section—\nQueensland island does not include the following islands—\nCoochiemudlo Island;\nFraser Island;\nKarragarra Island;\nLamb Island;\nMacleay Island;\nMagnetic Island;\nNorth Stradbroke Island;\nOrpheus Island;\nRussell Island.\n(sec.343-ssec.1) The chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to an applicant if satisfied of the following— the applicant’s principal place of residence is on a Queensland island; a prescribed interlock installer does not have a place of business on the island; the island is not connected by a bridge to the mainland; the island is not connected by a bridge to another island that is connected by a bridge to the mainland.\n(sec.343-ssec.2) In this section— Queensland island does not include the following islands— Coochiemudlo Island; Fraser Island; Karragarra Island; Lamb Island; Macleay Island; Magnetic Island; North Stradbroke Island; Orpheus Island; Russell Island.\n- (a) the applicant’s principal place of residence is on a Queensland island;\n- (b) a prescribed interlock installer does not have a place of business on the island;\n- (c) the island is not connected by a bridge to the mainland;\n- (d) the island is not connected by a bridge to another island that is connected by a bridge to the mainland.\n- (a) Coochiemudlo Island;\n- (b) Fraser Island;\n- (c) Karragarra Island;\n- (d) Lamb Island;\n- (e) Macleay Island;\n- (f) Magnetic Island;\n- (g) North Stradbroke Island;\n- (h) Orpheus Island;\n- (i) Russell Island.","sortOrder":427},{"sectionNumber":"sec.344","sectionType":"section","heading":"Not physically possible to fit approved interlock","content":"### sec.344 Not physically possible to fit approved interlock\n\nThe chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to an applicant if satisfied that—\nit is not physically possible to fit an approved interlock to the only motor vehicle reasonably available to be driven by the applicant; and\neither—\na refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; or\na refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.\n- (a) it is not physically possible to fit an approved interlock to the only motor vehicle reasonably available to be driven by the applicant; and\n- (b) either— (i) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; or (ii) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.\n- (i) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; or\n- (ii) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.\n- (i) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant; or\n- (ii) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant and there is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.","sortOrder":428},{"sectionNumber":"sec.345","sectionType":"section","heading":"Family member cannot provide breath sample","content":"### sec.345 Family member cannot provide breath sample\n\nThe chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to an applicant if satisfied of the following—\na family member of the applicant has a medical condition, as evidenced by a doctor’s certificate provided to the chief executive, that prevents the family member from providing a sufficient breath sample to operate an approved interlock;\nthere is only 1 motor vehicle that is reasonably available to be driven by the applicant or family member;\na refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant;\nthere is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant or family member.\nThis section applies subject to section 347 .\n(sec.345-ssec.1) The chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to an applicant if satisfied of the following— a family member of the applicant has a medical condition, as evidenced by a doctor’s certificate provided to the chief executive, that prevents the family member from providing a sufficient breath sample to operate an approved interlock; there is only 1 motor vehicle that is reasonably available to be driven by the applicant or family member; a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant; there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant or family member.\n(sec.345-ssec.2) This section applies subject to section 347 .\n- (a) a family member of the applicant has a medical condition, as evidenced by a doctor’s certificate provided to the chief executive, that prevents the family member from providing a sufficient breath sample to operate an approved interlock;\n- (b) there is only 1 motor vehicle that is reasonably available to be driven by the applicant or family member;\n- (c) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant;\n- (d) there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant or family member.","sortOrder":429},{"sectionNumber":"sec.346","sectionType":"section","heading":"Other severe hardship","content":"### sec.346 Other severe hardship\n\nThis section applies in relation to an applicant if the chief executive is not satisfied of the matters mentioned in sections 344 (a) and 345 (1) (a) in relation to the applicant.\nThe chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to the applicant if satisfied that—\na refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant in a way other than by preventing the applicant from driving—\nto or from, or in the course of, the applicant’s employment; or\nto or from an educational institution the applicant attends; and\nthere is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant.\nAlso, the chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to the applicant if satisfied that—\na refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant in a way other than by preventing the applicant from driving the family member—\nto or from the family member’s place of employment; or\nto or from an educational institution the family member attends; and\nthere is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.\nThis section applies subject to section 347 .\n(sec.346-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to an applicant if the chief executive is not satisfied of the matters mentioned in sections 344 (a) and 345 (1) (a) in relation to the applicant.\n(sec.346-ssec.2) The chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to the applicant if satisfied that— a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant in a way other than by preventing the applicant from driving— to or from, or in the course of, the applicant’s employment; or to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; and there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant.\n(sec.346-ssec.3) Also, the chief executive may grant an interlock exemption to the applicant if satisfied that— a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant in a way other than by preventing the applicant from driving the family member— to or from the family member’s place of employment; or to or from an educational institution the family member attends; and there is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.\n(sec.346-ssec.4) This section applies subject to section 347 .\n- (a) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to the applicant in a way other than by preventing the applicant from driving— (i) to or from, or in the course of, the applicant’s employment; or (ii) to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; and\n- (i) to or from, or in the course of, the applicant’s employment; or\n- (ii) to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; and\n- (b) there is no other transport reasonably available to the applicant.\n- (i) to or from, or in the course of, the applicant’s employment; or\n- (ii) to or from an educational institution the applicant attends; and\n- (a) a refusal to grant the exemption would cause severe hardship to a family member of the applicant in a way other than by preventing the applicant from driving the family member— (i) to or from the family member’s place of employment; or (ii) to or from an educational institution the family member attends; and\n- (i) to or from the family member’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) to or from an educational institution the family member attends; and\n- (b) there is no other transport reasonably available to the family member.\n- (i) to or from the family member’s place of employment; or\n- (ii) to or from an educational institution the family member attends; and","sortOrder":430},{"sectionNumber":"sec.347","sectionType":"section","heading":"Costs of fitting prescribed interlocks","content":"### sec.347 Costs of fitting prescribed interlocks\n\nThe chief executive must not decide that the chief executive is satisfied of a matter mentioned in section 345 (1) (c) or 346 (2) (a) or (3) (a) merely because the applicant can not afford the cost of fitting a prescribed interlock to a motor vehicle or maintaining the interlock in a motor vehicle.","sortOrder":431},{"sectionNumber":"ch.12-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Extension of interlock driver’s prescribed period","content":"# Extension of interlock driver’s prescribed period","sortOrder":432},{"sectionNumber":"sec.348","sectionType":"section","heading":"Notice of automatic extension of prescribed period— Act , s 91VA","content":"### sec.348 Notice of automatic extension of prescribed period— Act , s 91VA\n\nFor section 91VA (5) of the Act , the person must be notified by the chief executive giving the person a written notice stating—\nan automatic extension of the person’s prescribed period has been imposed because a relevant event has happened; and\nthe type of relevant event; and\nthe date of the relevant event; and\nfor a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (a) of the Act —the time of the relevant event; and\nthe prescribed review information for the automatic extension.\n- (a) an automatic extension of the person’s prescribed period has been imposed because a relevant event has happened; and\n- (b) the type of relevant event; and\n- (c) the date of the relevant event; and\n- (d) for a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (a) of the Act —the time of the relevant event; and\n- (e) the prescribed review information for the automatic extension.","sortOrder":433},{"sectionNumber":"sec.349","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grounds for review of automatic extension of prescribed period— Act , s 91Z","content":"### sec.349 Grounds for review of automatic extension of prescribed period— Act , s 91Z\n\nFor section 91Z (f) of the Act , the grounds include the following—\nfor a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (a) of the Act —relevant interlock data for the person was received by the chief executive because, at the time of the relevant event—\nanother person provided the prescribed interlock with a specimen of breath containing alcohol; or\nthe prescribed interlock was not operating properly;\nfor a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (b) of the Act —relevant interlock data for the person was received by the chief executive because—\nthe person’s compliance with an approved servicing requirement for the prescribed interlock was not recorded correctly or at all; or\nat the time of the relevant event, the prescribed interlock was not operating correctly.\nIn this section—\napproved servicing requirement see section 91I of the Act .\nrelevant event see section 91VA (1) of the Act .\nrelevant interlock data see section 91VA (7) of the Act .\n(sec.349-ssec.1) For section 91Z (f) of the Act , the grounds include the following— for a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (a) of the Act —relevant interlock data for the person was received by the chief executive because, at the time of the relevant event— another person provided the prescribed interlock with a specimen of breath containing alcohol; or the prescribed interlock was not operating properly; for a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (b) of the Act —relevant interlock data for the person was received by the chief executive because— the person’s compliance with an approved servicing requirement for the prescribed interlock was not recorded correctly or at all; or at the time of the relevant event, the prescribed interlock was not operating correctly.\n(sec.349-ssec.2) In this section— approved servicing requirement see section 91I of the Act . relevant event see section 91VA (1) of the Act . relevant interlock data see section 91VA (7) of the Act .\n- (a) for a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (a) of the Act —relevant interlock data for the person was received by the chief executive because, at the time of the relevant event— (i) another person provided the prescribed interlock with a specimen of breath containing alcohol; or (ii) the prescribed interlock was not operating properly;\n- (i) another person provided the prescribed interlock with a specimen of breath containing alcohol; or\n- (ii) the prescribed interlock was not operating properly;\n- (b) for a relevant event under section 91VA (1) (b) of the Act —relevant interlock data for the person was received by the chief executive because— (i) the person’s compliance with an approved servicing requirement for the prescribed interlock was not recorded correctly or at all; or (ii) at the time of the relevant event, the prescribed interlock was not operating correctly.\n- (i) the person’s compliance with an approved servicing requirement for the prescribed interlock was not recorded correctly or at all; or\n- (ii) at the time of the relevant event, the prescribed interlock was not operating correctly.\n- (i) another person provided the prescribed interlock with a specimen of breath containing alcohol; or\n- (ii) the prescribed interlock was not operating properly;\n- (i) the person’s compliance with an approved servicing requirement for the prescribed interlock was not recorded correctly or at all; or\n- (ii) at the time of the relevant event, the prescribed interlock was not operating correctly.","sortOrder":434},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Amending, suspending and cancelling Queensland driver licences","content":"# Amending, suspending and cancelling Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":435},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.1-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Preliminary","content":"## Preliminary","sortOrder":436},{"sectionNumber":"sec.350","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for part","content":"### sec.350 Definitions for part\n\nIn this part—\namend , a Queensland driver licence, includes impose a condition on the licence, whether or not the licence was unconditional before the amendment.\nminor amendment see section 359 (2) .\nproposed action see section 353 (1) .\nshow cause notice see section 353 (1) .\nshow cause period , in relation to a show cause notice, means—\nthe period stated in the show cause notice for making representations; or\nif the period for making representations is extended under section 353 (5) —the period as extended.\n- (a) the period stated in the show cause notice for making representations; or\n- (b) if the period for making representations is extended under section 353 (5) —the period as extended.","sortOrder":437},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.1-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Amending, suspending and cancelling Queensland driver licences through show cause process or immediately","content":"## Amending, suspending and cancelling Queensland driver licences through show cause process or immediately","sortOrder":438},{"sectionNumber":"sec.351","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of division","content":"### sec.351 Application of division\n\nThis division does not apply in relation to a minor amendment of a Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":439},{"sectionNumber":"sec.352","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grounds for amending, suspending or cancelling Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.352 Grounds for amending, suspending or cancelling Queensland driver licences\n\nEach of the following is a ground for amending, suspending or cancelling a Queensland driver licence—\nthe holder of the licence has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely;\nthe licence was obtained on the basis of information the holder of the licence knew was false or misleading in a material particular;\nthe holder of the licence has contravened a condition of the licence;\nthe holder of the licence has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence in another country;\nthe holder of the licence has obtained a non-Queensland driver licence;\nfor a class HC learner licence—the holder of the licence no longer has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence;\nthe holder of the licence does not reside in Queensland;\nan application for the grant or renewal of the licence did not comply with section 382 ;\nthe holder of the licence was not eligible for the licence, including the class, category or type of licence, when the licence was granted or renewed.\nFor subsection (1) (g) , a person resides in Queensland if the person’s usual and settled residence is in Queensland.\n(sec.352-ssec.1) Each of the following is a ground for amending, suspending or cancelling a Queensland driver licence— the holder of the licence has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; the licence was obtained on the basis of information the holder of the licence knew was false or misleading in a material particular; the holder of the licence has contravened a condition of the licence; the holder of the licence has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence in another country; the holder of the licence has obtained a non-Queensland driver licence; for a class HC learner licence—the holder of the licence no longer has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence; the holder of the licence does not reside in Queensland; an application for the grant or renewal of the licence did not comply with section 382 ; the holder of the licence was not eligible for the licence, including the class, category or type of licence, when the licence was granted or renewed.\n(sec.352-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (g) , a person resides in Queensland if the person’s usual and settled residence is in Queensland.\n- (a) the holder of the licence has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely;\n- (b) the licence was obtained on the basis of information the holder of the licence knew was false or misleading in a material particular;\n- (c) the holder of the licence has contravened a condition of the licence;\n- (d) the holder of the licence has been disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence in another country;\n- (e) the holder of the licence has obtained a non-Queensland driver licence;\n- (f) for a class HC learner licence—the holder of the licence no longer has a special need for a class HC Queensland driver licence;\n- (g) the holder of the licence does not reside in Queensland;\n- (h) an application for the grant or renewal of the licence did not comply with section 382 ;\n- (i) the holder of the licence was not eligible for the licence, including the class, category or type of licence, when the licence was granted or renewed.","sortOrder":440},{"sectionNumber":"sec.353","sectionType":"section","heading":"Show cause notices","content":"### sec.353 Show cause notices\n\nIf the chief executive considers a ground exists to amend, suspend or cancel a Queensland driver licence (the proposed action ), the chief executive may give the holder of the licence a written notice (a show cause notice ).\nSubsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\nThe show cause notice must—\nstate the proposed action; and\nstate the ground for the proposed action; and\noutline the facts and circumstances forming the basis for the ground; and\nif the proposed action is to amend the Queensland driver licence—state the proposed amendment; and\nif the proposed action is to suspend the Queensland driver licence—state the proposed suspension period; and\nstate the holder may, within a stated period, make written or personal representations to the chief executive to show why the proposed action should not be taken.\nFor subsection (3) (f) , the stated period must be at least 28 days after the day the show cause notice is given.\nThe chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder, extend the period under subsection (3) (f) before or after the end of the period.\n(sec.353-ssec.1) If the chief executive considers a ground exists to amend, suspend or cancel a Queensland driver licence (the proposed action ), the chief executive may give the holder of the licence a written notice (a show cause notice ).\n(sec.353-ssec.2) Subsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\n(sec.353-ssec.3) The show cause notice must— state the proposed action; and state the ground for the proposed action; and outline the facts and circumstances forming the basis for the ground; and if the proposed action is to amend the Queensland driver licence—state the proposed amendment; and if the proposed action is to suspend the Queensland driver licence—state the proposed suspension period; and state the holder may, within a stated period, make written or personal representations to the chief executive to show why the proposed action should not be taken.\n(sec.353-ssec.4) For subsection (3) (f) , the stated period must be at least 28 days after the day the show cause notice is given.\n(sec.353-ssec.5) The chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder, extend the period under subsection (3) (f) before or after the end of the period.\n- (a) state the proposed action; and\n- (b) state the ground for the proposed action; and\n- (c) outline the facts and circumstances forming the basis for the ground; and\n- (d) if the proposed action is to amend the Queensland driver licence—state the proposed amendment; and\n- (e) if the proposed action is to suspend the Queensland driver licence—state the proposed suspension period; and\n- (f) state the holder may, within a stated period, make written or personal representations to the chief executive to show why the proposed action should not be taken.","sortOrder":441},{"sectionNumber":"sec.354","sectionType":"section","heading":"Representations about show cause notices","content":"### sec.354 Representations about show cause notices\n\nThe holder of the Queensland driver licence may make written or personal representations about the show cause notice to the chief executive within the show cause period.","sortOrder":442},{"sectionNumber":"sec.355","sectionType":"section","heading":"Ending show cause processes without further action","content":"### sec.355 Ending show cause processes without further action\n\nIf, after considering any representations made during the show cause period, the chief executive no longer considers a ground exists to take the proposed action, the chief executive must—\ntake no further action about the show cause notice; and\ngive the holder of the Queensland driver licence written notice that no further action is to be taken about the show cause notice.\n- (a) take no further action about the show cause notice; and\n- (b) give the holder of the Queensland driver licence written notice that no further action is to be taken about the show cause notice.","sortOrder":443},{"sectionNumber":"sec.356","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decisions in relation to taking proposed actions","content":"### sec.356 Decisions in relation to taking proposed actions\n\nIf, after considering any representations made during the show cause period, the chief executive still considers a ground exists to take the proposed action, the chief executive may—\nif the proposed action is to amend the Queensland driver licence—\namend the licence in the way stated in the show cause notice; or\namend the licence in another way having regard to the representations; or\nif the proposed action is to suspend the Queensland driver licence—\nsuspend the licence for a period not longer than the proposed suspension period stated in the show cause notice; or\namend the licence having regard to the representations; or\nif the proposed action is to cancel the Queensland driver licence—\ncancel the licence; or\nsuspend the licence for a period; or\namend the licence having regard to the representations.\nSubsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\nIf the chief executive decides to act under subsection (1) , the chief executive must give the holder of the Queensland driver licence an information notice for the decision.\nSubsection (5) applies if the decision is to suspend or cancel the Queensland driver licence and the decision is not a prescribed licence decision.\nThe information notice for the decision must state that, under section 387 (5) , the making of an application for a reconsideration of the decision under that section suspends the suspension or cancellation of the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.356-ssec.1) If, after considering any representations made during the show cause period, the chief executive still considers a ground exists to take the proposed action, the chief executive may— if the proposed action is to amend the Queensland driver licence— amend the licence in the way stated in the show cause notice; or amend the licence in another way having regard to the representations; or if the proposed action is to suspend the Queensland driver licence— suspend the licence for a period not longer than the proposed suspension period stated in the show cause notice; or amend the licence having regard to the representations; or if the proposed action is to cancel the Queensland driver licence— cancel the licence; or suspend the licence for a period; or amend the licence having regard to the representations.\n(sec.356-ssec.2) Subsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\n(sec.356-ssec.3) If the chief executive decides to act under subsection (1) , the chief executive must give the holder of the Queensland driver licence an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.356-ssec.4) Subsection (5) applies if the decision is to suspend or cancel the Queensland driver licence and the decision is not a prescribed licence decision.\n(sec.356-ssec.5) The information notice for the decision must state that, under section 387 (5) , the making of an application for a reconsideration of the decision under that section suspends the suspension or cancellation of the Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) if the proposed action is to amend the Queensland driver licence— (i) amend the licence in the way stated in the show cause notice; or (ii) amend the licence in another way having regard to the representations; or\n- (i) amend the licence in the way stated in the show cause notice; or\n- (ii) amend the licence in another way having regard to the representations; or\n- (b) if the proposed action is to suspend the Queensland driver licence— (i) suspend the licence for a period not longer than the proposed suspension period stated in the show cause notice; or (ii) amend the licence having regard to the representations; or\n- (i) suspend the licence for a period not longer than the proposed suspension period stated in the show cause notice; or\n- (ii) amend the licence having regard to the representations; or\n- (c) if the proposed action is to cancel the Queensland driver licence— (i) cancel the licence; or (ii) suspend the licence for a period; or (iii) amend the licence having regard to the representations.\n- (i) cancel the licence; or\n- (ii) suspend the licence for a period; or\n- (iii) amend the licence having regard to the representations.\n- (i) amend the licence in the way stated in the show cause notice; or\n- (ii) amend the licence in another way having regard to the representations; or\n- (i) suspend the licence for a period not longer than the proposed suspension period stated in the show cause notice; or\n- (ii) amend the licence having regard to the representations; or\n- (i) cancel the licence; or\n- (ii) suspend the licence for a period; or\n- (iii) amend the licence having regard to the representations.","sortOrder":444},{"sectionNumber":"sec.357","sectionType":"section","heading":"When decisions take effect","content":"### sec.357 When decisions take effect\n\nA decision under section 356 (1) , other than for a ground mentioned in section 352 (1) (b) , takes effect on the later of the following days—\nthe day the information notice for the decision is given under section 356 (3) to the holder of the Queensland driver licence;\na later day stated in the information notice.\nFor a decision on a ground mentioned in section 352 (1) (b) , see section 126 (2) of the Act .\n- (a) the day the information notice for the decision is given under section 356 (3) to the holder of the Queensland driver licence;\n- (b) a later day stated in the information notice.","sortOrder":445},{"sectionNumber":"sec.358","sectionType":"section","heading":"Immediate amendment or suspension of Queensland driver licences if mental or physical incapacity","content":"### sec.358 Immediate amendment or suspension of Queensland driver licences if mental or physical incapacity\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe chief executive is given information about the holder of a Queensland driver licence from the holder or a health professional; and\nbecause of the information, the chief executive considers the holder may have a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; and\nthe chief executive considers—\npublic safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or\nimmediate amendment or suspension of the holder’s Queensland driver licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\nThe chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder, immediately amend or suspend the holder’s Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive may give a notice under subsection (2) immediately amending the holder’s Queensland driver licence even if the licence is suspended.\nThe notice under subsection (2) must state that the amendment or suspension takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice.\nThe chief executive must also give the holder an information notice for the decision.\nThe chief executive must give the holder a show cause notice under section 353 within 7 days after the day the notice under subsection (2) is given to the holder.\nThe amendment or suspension—\ntakes effect immediately on the giving of the notice under subsection (2) ; and\ncontinues in effect until the show cause notice given to the holder is finally dealt with under this division.\n(sec.358-ssec.1) This section applies if— the chief executive is given information about the holder of a Queensland driver licence from the holder or a health professional; and because of the information, the chief executive considers the holder may have a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; and the chief executive considers— public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or immediate amendment or suspension of the holder’s Queensland driver licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n(sec.358-ssec.2) The chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder, immediately amend or suspend the holder’s Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.358-ssec.3) The chief executive may give a notice under subsection (2) immediately amending the holder’s Queensland driver licence even if the licence is suspended.\n(sec.358-ssec.4) The notice under subsection (2) must state that the amendment or suspension takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice.\n(sec.358-ssec.5) The chief executive must also give the holder an information notice for the decision.\n(sec.358-ssec.6) The chief executive must give the holder a show cause notice under section 353 within 7 days after the day the notice under subsection (2) is given to the holder.\n(sec.358-ssec.7) The amendment or suspension— takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice under subsection (2) ; and continues in effect until the show cause notice given to the holder is finally dealt with under this division.\n- (a) the chief executive is given information about the holder of a Queensland driver licence from the holder or a health professional; and\n- (b) because of the information, the chief executive considers the holder may have a permanent or long-term mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely; and\n- (c) the chief executive considers— (i) public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or (ii) immediate amendment or suspension of the holder’s Queensland driver licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n- (i) public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or\n- (ii) immediate amendment or suspension of the holder’s Queensland driver licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n- (i) public safety has been endangered, or is likely to be endangered, because the holder’s ability to drive safely is likely to be adversely affected; or\n- (ii) immediate amendment or suspension of the holder’s Queensland driver licence is otherwise necessary in the public interest.\n- (a) takes effect immediately on the giving of the notice under subsection (2) ; and\n- (b) continues in effect until the show cause notice given to the holder is finally dealt with under this division.","sortOrder":446},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.1-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Minor amendments","content":"## Minor amendments","sortOrder":447},{"sectionNumber":"sec.359","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minor amendments to Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.359 Minor amendments to Queensland driver licences\n\nThe chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder of a Queensland driver licence, make a minor amendment to the licence.\nAn amendment of a Queensland driver licence is a minor amendment if—\nthe amendment omits a condition of the licence; or\nthe amendment is for a formal or clerical reason; or\nthe holder of the licence has agreed to the amendment; or\nthe amendment does not adversely affect the holder’s interests.\nSubsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\nThe amendment takes effect on the later of the following days—\nthe day the notice is given to the holder;\na later day stated in the notice.\n(sec.359-ssec.1) The chief executive may, by written notice given to the holder of a Queensland driver licence, make a minor amendment to the licence.\n(sec.359-ssec.2) An amendment of a Queensland driver licence is a minor amendment if— the amendment omits a condition of the licence; or the amendment is for a formal or clerical reason; or the holder of the licence has agreed to the amendment; or the amendment does not adversely affect the holder’s interests.\n(sec.359-ssec.3) Subsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\n(sec.359-ssec.4) The amendment takes effect on the later of the following days— the day the notice is given to the holder; a later day stated in the notice.\n- (a) the amendment omits a condition of the licence; or\n- (b) the amendment is for a formal or clerical reason; or\n- (c) the holder of the licence has agreed to the amendment; or\n- (d) the amendment does not adversely affect the holder’s interests.\n- (a) the day the notice is given to the holder;\n- (b) a later day stated in the notice.","sortOrder":448},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.1-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Return of Queensland driver licences and returning driver certificates for amendment","content":"## Return of Queensland driver licences and returning driver certificates for amendment","sortOrder":449},{"sectionNumber":"sec.360","sectionType":"section","heading":"Return of Queensland driver licences for amendment","content":"### sec.360 Return of Queensland driver licences for amendment\n\nThe chief executive may give the holder of a Queensland driver licence a written notice requiring the holder to return the licence to the chief executive, in a stated way and within a stated period, to enable—\nthe licence to be amended in accordance with a decision made under section 356 or a notice given under section 359 (1) ; or\ninformation stated on the licence that is incorrect to be amended, if the chief executive reasonably believes the inclusion of the incorrect information was caused by the chief executive.\nSubsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\nFor subsection (1) , the stated period must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\nIf a notice is given under subsection (1) (a) —\nthe chief executive must, after receiving the Queensland driver licence, issue to the holder a driver licence receipt including the amendments; and\nthe amendments take effect under section 357 or 359 (4) even if the holder does not return the licence for amendment.\nA notice given under subsection (1) (b) must include a statement identifying the information that is incorrect and the correct information.\nIf a notice is given under subsection (1) (b) , the chief executive must, after receiving the Queensland driver licence, issue to the holder a driver licence receipt stating the correct information.\nHowever, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (4) (a) or (6) until after the suspension ends.\nA person who is given a notice under subsection (1) must comply with the notice, unless the person has a reasonable excuse.\nThe Queensland driver licence has been, or the person reasonably suspects the licence has been, destroyed, lost or stolen.\nMaximum penalty for subsection (8) —20 penalty units.\n(sec.360-ssec.1) The chief executive may give the holder of a Queensland driver licence a written notice requiring the holder to return the licence to the chief executive, in a stated way and within a stated period, to enable— the licence to be amended in accordance with a decision made under section 356 or a notice given under section 359 (1) ; or information stated on the licence that is incorrect to be amended, if the chief executive reasonably believes the inclusion of the incorrect information was caused by the chief executive.\n(sec.360-ssec.2) Subsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\n(sec.360-ssec.3) For subsection (1) , the stated period must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.360-ssec.4) If a notice is given under subsection (1) (a) — the chief executive must, after receiving the Queensland driver licence, issue to the holder a driver licence receipt including the amendments; and the amendments take effect under section 357 or 359 (4) even if the holder does not return the licence for amendment.\n(sec.360-ssec.5) A notice given under subsection (1) (b) must include a statement identifying the information that is incorrect and the correct information.\n(sec.360-ssec.6) If a notice is given under subsection (1) (b) , the chief executive must, after receiving the Queensland driver licence, issue to the holder a driver licence receipt stating the correct information.\n(sec.360-ssec.7) However, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (4) (a) or (6) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.360-ssec.8) A person who is given a notice under subsection (1) must comply with the notice, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. The Queensland driver licence has been, or the person reasonably suspects the licence has been, destroyed, lost or stolen. Maximum penalty for subsection (8) —20 penalty units.\n- (a) the licence to be amended in accordance with a decision made under section 356 or a notice given under section 359 (1) ; or\n- (b) information stated on the licence that is incorrect to be amended, if the chief executive reasonably believes the inclusion of the incorrect information was caused by the chief executive.\n- (a) the chief executive must, after receiving the Queensland driver licence, issue to the holder a driver licence receipt including the amendments; and\n- (b) the amendments take effect under section 357 or 359 (4) even if the holder does not return the licence for amendment.","sortOrder":450},{"sectionNumber":"sec.361","sectionType":"section","heading":"Return of returning driver certificates for amendment","content":"### sec.361 Return of returning driver certificates for amendment\n\nThis section applies if—\ninformation stated in a returning driver certificate is incorrect; and\nthe chief executive reasonably believes the inclusion of the incorrect information was caused by the chief executive.\nThe chief executive may give the holder of the returning driver certificate a written notice requiring the holder to return the certificate to the chief executive, in a stated way and within a stated period, to enable the incorrect information to be amended.\nFor subsection (2) , the stated period must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\nThe notice must include a statement identifying the information that is incorrect and the correct information.\nAfter receiving the returning driver certificate from the holder, the chief executive must issue to the holder a replacement returning driver certificate stating the correct information.\nThe holder of a returning driver certificate must comply with a notice given under this section to the holder, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse.\nThe returning driver certificate has been, or the holder of the certificate reasonably suspects the certificate has been, destroyed, lost or stolen.\nMaximum penalty for subsection (6) —20 penalty units.\n(sec.361-ssec.1) This section applies if— information stated in a returning driver certificate is incorrect; and the chief executive reasonably believes the inclusion of the incorrect information was caused by the chief executive.\n(sec.361-ssec.2) The chief executive may give the holder of the returning driver certificate a written notice requiring the holder to return the certificate to the chief executive, in a stated way and within a stated period, to enable the incorrect information to be amended.\n(sec.361-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , the stated period must be at least 14 days after the day the notice is given.\n(sec.361-ssec.4) The notice must include a statement identifying the information that is incorrect and the correct information.\n(sec.361-ssec.5) After receiving the returning driver certificate from the holder, the chief executive must issue to the holder a replacement returning driver certificate stating the correct information.\n(sec.361-ssec.6) The holder of a returning driver certificate must comply with a notice given under this section to the holder, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse. The returning driver certificate has been, or the holder of the certificate reasonably suspects the certificate has been, destroyed, lost or stolen. Maximum penalty for subsection (6) —20 penalty units.\n- (a) information stated in a returning driver certificate is incorrect; and\n- (b) the chief executive reasonably believes the inclusion of the incorrect information was caused by the chief executive.","sortOrder":451},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.1-div.5","sectionType":"division","heading":"Practical driving tests for particular amendments","content":"## Practical driving tests for particular amendments","sortOrder":452},{"sectionNumber":"sec.362","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons may apply to omit or amend particular conditions","content":"### sec.362 Persons may apply to omit or amend particular conditions\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence that is subject to an A condition or a B condition may apply to the chief executive to amend the licence to—\nomit the condition; or\nif the condition is an A condition and the licence is a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence—change the A condition to a B condition.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nBefore making the application, the applicant must take a practical driving test to demonstrate the applicant is capable of driving a motor vehicle with the transmission or gearbox the applicant would be authorised to drive under the Queensland driver licence if the application were approved.\nIf the applicant passes the practical driving test, the chief executive must issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant including the amendment.\nSubsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\nIn this section—\nA condition means the condition mentioned in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the code A in schedule 3 , column 1.\nB condition means the condition mentioned in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the code B in schedule 3 , column 1.\n(sec.362-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence that is subject to an A condition or a B condition may apply to the chief executive to amend the licence to— omit the condition; or if the condition is an A condition and the licence is a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence—change the A condition to a B condition. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.362-ssec.2) Before making the application, the applicant must take a practical driving test to demonstrate the applicant is capable of driving a motor vehicle with the transmission or gearbox the applicant would be authorised to drive under the Queensland driver licence if the application were approved.\n(sec.362-ssec.3) If the applicant passes the practical driving test, the chief executive must issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant including the amendment.\n(sec.362-ssec.4) Subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.362-ssec.5) In this section— A condition means the condition mentioned in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the code A in schedule 3 , column 1. B condition means the condition mentioned in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the code B in schedule 3 , column 1.\n- (a) omit the condition; or\n- (b) if the condition is an A condition and the licence is a heavy vehicle class Queensland driver licence—change the A condition to a B condition.","sortOrder":453},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Changes of details and replacement Queensland driver licences","content":"# Changes of details and replacement Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":454},{"sectionNumber":"sec.363","sectionType":"section","heading":"Changes of name, address or postal address","content":"### sec.363 Changes of name, address or postal address\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence must, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse, notify the chief executive of the following changes within 14 days after the change—\na change of the holder’s name or address;\nif there is a current postal address for the holder—a change of the holder’s postal address.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSubsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\nIf the chief executive is satisfied the information given by the holder under subsection (1) (a) is correct, the chief executive must issue to the holder—\nfor a change of name—a driver licence receipt stating the holder’s new name; or\nfor a change of address—a change of address label.\nHowever, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\nA person who receives a change of address label under subsection (3) (b) must, within 14 days after the day the label is received, attach the label to the back of the person’s Queensland driver licence in the space provided for a change of address label, unless the person has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty—10 penalty units.\n(sec.363-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence must, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse, notify the chief executive of the following changes within 14 days after the change— a change of the holder’s name or address; if there is a current postal address for the holder—a change of the holder’s postal address. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.363-ssec.2) Subsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\n(sec.363-ssec.3) If the chief executive is satisfied the information given by the holder under subsection (1) (a) is correct, the chief executive must issue to the holder— for a change of name—a driver licence receipt stating the holder’s new name; or for a change of address—a change of address label.\n(sec.363-ssec.4) However, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.363-ssec.5) A person who receives a change of address label under subsection (3) (b) must, within 14 days after the day the label is received, attach the label to the back of the person’s Queensland driver licence in the space provided for a change of address label, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units.\n- (a) a change of the holder’s name or address;\n- (b) if there is a current postal address for the holder—a change of the holder’s postal address.\n- (a) for a change of name—a driver licence receipt stating the holder’s new name; or\n- (b) for a change of address—a change of address label.","sortOrder":455},{"sectionNumber":"sec.364","sectionType":"section","heading":"Notifiable events under other Acts","content":"### sec.364 Notifiable events under other Acts\n\nThis section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended—\nhas an obligation under the Act to notify the chief executive of a notifiable event; and\nhas an obligation under a prescribed smartcard Act to notify the chief executive, or the general manager under the Maritime Safety Queensland Act 2002 , of the same notifiable event; and\ncomplies with the obligation under the prescribed smartcard Act.\nThe obligation under the Act to notify the chief executive of the notifiable event is taken to have been satisfied if, at the time the notification is given under the prescribed smartcard Act, any time allowed for making the notification under the Act has not expired.\nIn this section—\nnotifiable event , in relation to the holder of a Queensland driver licence, means any of the following—\na change of the holder’s name;\na change of the holder’s address;\nif there is a current postal address for the holder—a change of the postal address.\nprescribed smartcard Act means any of the following Acts—\nthe Photo Identification Card Act 2008 ;\nthe Tow Truck Act 2023 ;\nthe Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 ;\nthe Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 .\ns 364 amd 2024 SL No. 134 s 145\n(sec.364-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended— has an obligation under the Act to notify the chief executive of a notifiable event; and has an obligation under a prescribed smartcard Act to notify the chief executive, or the general manager under the Maritime Safety Queensland Act 2002 , of the same notifiable event; and complies with the obligation under the prescribed smartcard Act.\n(sec.364-ssec.2) The obligation under the Act to notify the chief executive of the notifiable event is taken to have been satisfied if, at the time the notification is given under the prescribed smartcard Act, any time allowed for making the notification under the Act has not expired.\n(sec.364-ssec.3) In this section— notifiable event , in relation to the holder of a Queensland driver licence, means any of the following— a change of the holder’s name; a change of the holder’s address; if there is a current postal address for the holder—a change of the postal address. prescribed smartcard Act means any of the following Acts— the Photo Identification Card Act 2008 ; the Tow Truck Act 2023 ; the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 ; the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 .\n- (a) has an obligation under the Act to notify the chief executive of a notifiable event; and\n- (b) has an obligation under a prescribed smartcard Act to notify the chief executive, or the general manager under the Maritime Safety Queensland Act 2002 , of the same notifiable event; and\n- (c) complies with the obligation under the prescribed smartcard Act.\n- (a) a change of the holder’s name;\n- (b) a change of the holder’s address;\n- (c) if there is a current postal address for the holder—a change of the postal address.\n- (a) the Photo Identification Card Act 2008 ;\n- (b) the Tow Truck Act 2023 ;\n- (c) the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 ;\n- (d) the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 .","sortOrder":456},{"sectionNumber":"sec.365","sectionType":"section","heading":"Holders may apply for replacement Queensland driver licences if incorrect information on licences","content":"### sec.365 Holders may apply for replacement Queensland driver licences if incorrect information on licences\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence may apply to the chief executive for the issue of a replacement Queensland driver licence if the holder becomes aware or reasonably suspects information stated on the licence is incorrect.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nSubsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\nIf the chief executive is satisfied the information given by the holder in the application is correct, the chief executive must issue to the holder a driver licence receipt stating the correct information.\nSubsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\nAlso, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.365-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence may apply to the chief executive for the issue of a replacement Queensland driver licence if the holder becomes aware or reasonably suspects information stated on the licence is incorrect. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.365-ssec.2) Subsection (1) applies even if the Queensland driver licence is suspended.\n(sec.365-ssec.3) If the chief executive is satisfied the information given by the holder in the application is correct, the chief executive must issue to the holder a driver licence receipt stating the correct information.\n(sec.365-ssec.4) Subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.365-ssec.5) Also, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.","sortOrder":457},{"sectionNumber":"sec.366","sectionType":"section","heading":"Smartcard driver licences not received in post","content":"### sec.366 Smartcard driver licences not received in post\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe chief executive issues a driver licence receipt for a Queensland driver licence to a person; and\nthe person has not received a smartcard driver licence in the post, within the period stated by the chief executive when the person applied for the Queensland driver licence, at—\nif there is a current postal address for the person—the postal address; or\notherwise—the address stated in the application for the Queensland driver licence.\nThe person must promptly notify the chief executive that the person has not received a smartcard driver licence.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\nthe person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) within 90 days after the day the driver licence receipt was issued; and\nthe chief executive is satisfied the person has not received a smartcard driver licence because the smartcard driver licence has been lost or stolen.\nThe chief executive must ensure a new smartcard driver licence is issued to the person.\nSubsection (6) applies if the person does not notify the chief executive under subsection (2) within 90 days after the day the driver licence receipt was issued.\nThe person must apply to the chief executive for a replacement Queensland driver licence.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nIf an application is made under subsection (6) and the chief executive is satisfied the person has not received a smartcard driver licence because the smartcard driver licence has been lost or stolen, the chief executive must ensure a new smartcard driver licence is issued to the person.\nSubsection (7) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.366-ssec.1) This section applies if— the chief executive issues a driver licence receipt for a Queensland driver licence to a person; and the person has not received a smartcard driver licence in the post, within the period stated by the chief executive when the person applied for the Queensland driver licence, at— if there is a current postal address for the person—the postal address; or otherwise—the address stated in the application for the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.366-ssec.2) The person must promptly notify the chief executive that the person has not received a smartcard driver licence.\n(sec.366-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) within 90 days after the day the driver licence receipt was issued; and the chief executive is satisfied the person has not received a smartcard driver licence because the smartcard driver licence has been lost or stolen.\n(sec.366-ssec.4) The chief executive must ensure a new smartcard driver licence is issued to the person.\n(sec.366-ssec.5) Subsection (6) applies if the person does not notify the chief executive under subsection (2) within 90 days after the day the driver licence receipt was issued.\n(sec.366-ssec.6) The person must apply to the chief executive for a replacement Queensland driver licence. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.366-ssec.7) If an application is made under subsection (6) and the chief executive is satisfied the person has not received a smartcard driver licence because the smartcard driver licence has been lost or stolen, the chief executive must ensure a new smartcard driver licence is issued to the person.\n(sec.366-ssec.8) Subsection (7) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) the chief executive issues a driver licence receipt for a Queensland driver licence to a person; and\n- (b) the person has not received a smartcard driver licence in the post, within the period stated by the chief executive when the person applied for the Queensland driver licence, at— (i) if there is a current postal address for the person—the postal address; or (ii) otherwise—the address stated in the application for the Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) if there is a current postal address for the person—the postal address; or\n- (ii) otherwise—the address stated in the application for the Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) if there is a current postal address for the person—the postal address; or\n- (ii) otherwise—the address stated in the application for the Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the person notifies the chief executive under subsection (2) within 90 days after the day the driver licence receipt was issued; and\n- (b) the chief executive is satisfied the person has not received a smartcard driver licence because the smartcard driver licence has been lost or stolen.","sortOrder":458},{"sectionNumber":"sec.367","sectionType":"section","heading":"Replacement Queensland driver licences if licences damaged, lost or stolen","content":"### sec.367 Replacement Queensland driver licences if licences damaged, lost or stolen\n\nThis section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, (the original licence ) becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the licence has been damaged, lost or stolen.\nThe holder must apply to the chief executive for a replacement Queensland driver licence within 14 days after the day the holder becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original licence has been damaged, lost or stolen, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe chief executive must issue a driver licence receipt to the holder unless the chief executive suspects the original licence was not damaged, lost or stolen.\nSubsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\nAlso, if the original licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\nThis section does not apply in relation to—\na smartcard driver licence in relation to which section 366 applies; or\na driver licence receipt in relation to which section 368 applies.\ns 367 amd 2025 SL No. 127 s 10\n(sec.367-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, (the original licence ) becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the licence has been damaged, lost or stolen.\n(sec.367-ssec.2) The holder must apply to the chief executive for a replacement Queensland driver licence within 14 days after the day the holder becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original licence has been damaged, lost or stolen, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.367-ssec.3) The chief executive must issue a driver licence receipt to the holder unless the chief executive suspects the original licence was not damaged, lost or stolen.\n(sec.367-ssec.4) Subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.367-ssec.5) Also, if the original licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.367-ssec.6) This section does not apply in relation to— a smartcard driver licence in relation to which section 366 applies; or a driver licence receipt in relation to which section 368 applies.\n- (a) a smartcard driver licence in relation to which section 366 applies; or\n- (b) a driver licence receipt in relation to which section 368 applies.","sortOrder":459},{"sectionNumber":"sec.367A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Replacement Queensland driver licences if unauthorised access or disclosure of confidential information","content":"### sec.367A Replacement Queensland driver licences if unauthorised access or disclosure of confidential information\n\nThis section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, (the original licence ) believes that confidential information on the Queensland driver licence has been accessed by, or disclosed to, a person not authorised to have the information.\nThe holder may apply to the chief executive for a replacement Queensland driver licence.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe chief executive must issue a driver licence receipt to the holder.\nHowever, if the original licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\nIn this section—\nconfidential information —\nmeans—\nthe personal information of a person; or\nthe number of a Queensland driver licence; or\nthe card number stated on a smartcard driver licence; and\nincludes a digital photo of a person and a digitised signature of a person.\ns 367A ins 2023 SL No. 83 s 12\namd 2025 SL No. 127 s 11\n(sec.367A-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, (the original licence ) believes that confidential information on the Queensland driver licence has been accessed by, or disclosed to, a person not authorised to have the information.\n(sec.367A-ssec.2) The holder may apply to the chief executive for a replacement Queensland driver licence. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.367A-ssec.3) The chief executive must issue a driver licence receipt to the holder.\n(sec.367A-ssec.4) However, if the original licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.367A-ssec.5) In this section— confidential information — means— the personal information of a person; or the number of a Queensland driver licence; or the card number stated on a smartcard driver licence; and includes a digital photo of a person and a digitised signature of a person.\n- (a) means— (i) the personal information of a person; or (ii) the number of a Queensland driver licence; or (iii) the card number stated on a smartcard driver licence; and\n- (i) the personal information of a person; or\n- (ii) the number of a Queensland driver licence; or\n- (iii) the card number stated on a smartcard driver licence; and\n- (b) includes a digital photo of a person and a digitised signature of a person.\n- (i) the personal information of a person; or\n- (ii) the number of a Queensland driver licence; or\n- (iii) the card number stated on a smartcard driver licence; and","sortOrder":460},{"sectionNumber":"sec.368","sectionType":"section","heading":"Replacement driver licence receipts if receipts damaged, lost or stolen","content":"### sec.368 Replacement driver licence receipts if receipts damaged, lost or stolen\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe chief executive issues a driver licence receipt (the original receipt ) to a person; and\nthe person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen while the receipt is in effect.\nThe person must apply to the chief executive for a replacement driver licence receipt within 14 days after the day the person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen, unless the person has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nIf the chief executive is satisfied the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen, the chief executive must issue a replacement driver licence receipt to the person.\nSubsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.368-ssec.1) This section applies if— the chief executive issues a driver licence receipt (the original receipt ) to a person; and the person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen while the receipt is in effect.\n(sec.368-ssec.2) The person must apply to the chief executive for a replacement driver licence receipt within 14 days after the day the person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.368-ssec.3) If the chief executive is satisfied the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen, the chief executive must issue a replacement driver licence receipt to the person.\n(sec.368-ssec.4) Subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) the chief executive issues a driver licence receipt (the original receipt ) to a person; and\n- (b) the person becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original receipt has been damaged, lost or stolen while the receipt is in effect.","sortOrder":461},{"sectionNumber":"sec.369","sectionType":"section","heading":"Replacement labels","content":"### sec.369 Replacement labels\n\nThis section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, a change of address label issued under section 363 (3) (b) or subsection (3) (the original label ) has been damaged, lost or stolen.\nThe holder must apply to the chief executive for a replacement change of address label within 14 days after the day the holder becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original label has been damaged, lost or stolen, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nIf the chief executive is satisfied the original label has been damaged, lost or stolen, the chief executive must issue a replacement change of address label to the holder.\nSubsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\nAlso, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\nA person who receives a replacement change of address label under subsection (3) must, within 14 days after the day the label is received, attach the label to the back of the person’s Queensland driver licence in the space provided for a change of address label, unless the person has a reasonable excuse.\nMaximum penalty—10 penalty units.\n(sec.369-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, a change of address label issued under section 363 (3) (b) or subsection (3) (the original label ) has been damaged, lost or stolen.\n(sec.369-ssec.2) The holder must apply to the chief executive for a replacement change of address label within 14 days after the day the holder becomes aware, or reasonably suspects, the original label has been damaged, lost or stolen, unless the holder has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.369-ssec.3) If the chief executive is satisfied the original label has been damaged, lost or stolen, the chief executive must issue a replacement change of address label to the holder.\n(sec.369-ssec.4) Subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.369-ssec.5) Also, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.369-ssec.6) A person who receives a replacement change of address label under subsection (3) must, within 14 days after the day the label is received, attach the label to the back of the person’s Queensland driver licence in the space provided for a change of address label, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units.","sortOrder":462},{"sectionNumber":"sec.370","sectionType":"section","heading":"Labels form part of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.370 Labels form part of Queensland driver licences\n\nA label issued by the chief executive for attachment to a Queensland driver licence forms part of the licence for which the label was issued when the label is attached to the licence.","sortOrder":463},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Marine licences","content":"# Marine licences","sortOrder":464},{"sectionNumber":"sec.371","sectionType":"section","heading":"Queensland driver licences may include information identifying holders of marine licences","content":"### sec.371 Queensland driver licences may include information identifying holders of marine licences\n\nA Queensland driver licence may identify that the holder of the licence also holds a marine licence, and whether or not the marine licence is subject to conditions, by stating a marine licence indicator code or marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 or 2 , column 1 on the Queensland driver licence.\nIf a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the Queensland driver licence identifies that the holder of the licence also holds the marine licence stated opposite the code in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 2.\nIf a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the Queensland driver licence identifies whether the marine licence held by the holder of the Queensland driver licence is subject to a condition, as stated opposite the code in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 2.\n(sec.371-ssec.1) A Queensland driver licence may identify that the holder of the licence also holds a marine licence, and whether or not the marine licence is subject to conditions, by stating a marine licence indicator code or marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 or 2 , column 1 on the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.371-ssec.2) If a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the Queensland driver licence identifies that the holder of the licence also holds the marine licence stated opposite the code in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 2.\n(sec.371-ssec.3) If a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1 is stated on a Queensland driver licence, the Queensland driver licence identifies whether the marine licence held by the holder of the Queensland driver licence is subject to a condition, as stated opposite the code in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 2.","sortOrder":465},{"sectionNumber":"sec.372","sectionType":"section","heading":"Removal of information on Queensland driver licences identifying holders of marine licences—marine licences cancelled","content":"### sec.372 Removal of information on Queensland driver licences identifying holders of marine licences—marine licences cancelled\n\nThis section applies if—\na person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and\nthe Queensland driver licence identifies that the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\nthe person’s marine licence is cancelled under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 ; and\nthe person is required—\nunder the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , section 202C to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the chief executive; or\nunder the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 144 to return the person’s smartcard marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and\nthe chief executive receives the person’s Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive must issue to the person a driver licence receipt that does not state the marine licence indicator code or any marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1.\nHowever, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (2) until after the suspension ends.\nIn this section—\nadministering agency see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 99 .\nmarine licence indicator see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , schedule 1 .\nsmartcard marine licence indicator see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , schedule 1 .\n(sec.372-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and the Queensland driver licence identifies that the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and the person’s marine licence is cancelled under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 ; and the person is required— under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , section 202C to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the chief executive; or under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 144 to return the person’s smartcard marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and the chief executive receives the person’s Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.372-ssec.2) The chief executive must issue to the person a driver licence receipt that does not state the marine licence indicator code or any marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1.\n(sec.372-ssec.3) However, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (2) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.372-ssec.4) In this section— administering agency see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 99 . marine licence indicator see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , schedule 1 . smartcard marine licence indicator see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , schedule 1 .\n- (a) a person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and\n- (b) the Queensland driver licence identifies that the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\n- (c) the person’s marine licence is cancelled under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 ; and\n- (d) the person is required— (i) under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , section 202C to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the chief executive; or (ii) under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 144 to return the person’s smartcard marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and\n- (i) under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , section 202C to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the chief executive; or\n- (ii) under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 144 to return the person’s smartcard marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and\n- (e) the chief executive receives the person’s Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , section 202C to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the chief executive; or\n- (ii) under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 144 to return the person’s smartcard marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and","sortOrder":466},{"sectionNumber":"sec.373","sectionType":"section","heading":"Removal of information on Queensland driver licences identifying holders of marine licences—marine licences surrendered","content":"### sec.373 Removal of information on Queensland driver licences identifying holders of marine licences—marine licences surrendered\n\nThis section applies if—\na person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and\nthe Queensland driver licence identifies that the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\nthe person’s marine licence is surrendered under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 .\nThe person must, within 14 days after the day the marine licence is surrendered, return the Queensland driver licence to the chief executive for the removal of the marine licence indicator code from the driver licence.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nAfter receiving the Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must issue to the person a driver licence receipt that does not state the marine licence indicator code or any marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1.\nHowever, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.373-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and the Queensland driver licence identifies that the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and the person’s marine licence is surrendered under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 .\n(sec.373-ssec.2) The person must, within 14 days after the day the marine licence is surrendered, return the Queensland driver licence to the chief executive for the removal of the marine licence indicator code from the driver licence. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.373-ssec.3) After receiving the Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must issue to the person a driver licence receipt that does not state the marine licence indicator code or any marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1.\n(sec.373-ssec.4) However, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (3) until after the suspension ends.\n- (a) a person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and\n- (b) the Queensland driver licence identifies that the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\n- (c) the person’s marine licence is surrendered under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 .","sortOrder":467},{"sectionNumber":"sec.374","sectionType":"section","heading":"Changes of information on Queensland driver licences identifying holders of marine licences—changes in conditions","content":"### sec.374 Changes of information on Queensland driver licences identifying holders of marine licences—changes in conditions\n\nThis section applies if—\na person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and\nthe Queensland driver licence identifies that—\nthe person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\nthe marine licence is, or is not, subject to a condition by stating a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1; and\nthe person’s marine licence is amended under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 to impose or remove a condition on the marine licence; and\nas a result of the amendment of the marine licence, the marine licence indicator condition code no longer correctly identifies whether the marine licence is subject to a condition; and\nthe person is required under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 139 to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and\nthe chief executive receives the person’s Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive must—\namend the Queensland driver licence to state a new marine licence indicator condition code, stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1, to correctly identify whether the marine licence is subject to a condition; and\nissue to the person a driver licence receipt that states the new marine licence indicator condition code.\nHowever, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (2) (b) until after the suspension ends.\nIn this section—\nadministering agency see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 99 .\nmarine licence indicator see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , schedule 1 .\n(sec.374-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and the Queensland driver licence identifies that— the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and the marine licence is, or is not, subject to a condition by stating a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1; and the person’s marine licence is amended under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 to impose or remove a condition on the marine licence; and as a result of the amendment of the marine licence, the marine licence indicator condition code no longer correctly identifies whether the marine licence is subject to a condition; and the person is required under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 139 to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and the chief executive receives the person’s Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.374-ssec.2) The chief executive must— amend the Queensland driver licence to state a new marine licence indicator condition code, stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1, to correctly identify whether the marine licence is subject to a condition; and issue to the person a driver licence receipt that states the new marine licence indicator condition code.\n(sec.374-ssec.3) However, if the Queensland driver licence is suspended, the chief executive is not required to comply with subsection (2) (b) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.374-ssec.4) In this section— administering agency see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 99 . marine licence indicator see the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 , schedule 1 .\n- (a) a person holds a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended; and\n- (b) the Queensland driver licence identifies that— (i) the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and (ii) the marine licence is, or is not, subject to a condition by stating a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1; and\n- (i) the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\n- (ii) the marine licence is, or is not, subject to a condition by stating a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1; and\n- (c) the person’s marine licence is amended under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 to impose or remove a condition on the marine licence; and\n- (d) as a result of the amendment of the marine licence, the marine licence indicator condition code no longer correctly identifies whether the marine licence is subject to a condition; and\n- (e) the person is required under the Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Regulation 2016 , section 139 to return the person’s marine licence indicator for the marine licence to the administering agency; and\n- (f) the chief executive receives the person’s Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) the person also holds a marine licence by stating a marine licence indicator code stated in schedule 4 , part 1 , column 1; and\n- (ii) the marine licence is, or is not, subject to a condition by stating a marine licence indicator condition code stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1; and\n- (a) amend the Queensland driver licence to state a new marine licence indicator condition code, stated in schedule 4 , part 2 , column 1, to correctly identify whether the marine licence is subject to a condition; and\n- (b) issue to the person a driver licence receipt that states the new marine licence indicator condition code.","sortOrder":468},{"sectionNumber":"ch.13-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Surrendering and seizing Queensland driver licences","content":"# Surrendering and seizing Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":469},{"sectionNumber":"sec.375","sectionType":"section","heading":"Surrendering Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.375 Surrendering Queensland driver licences\n\nThe holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, may surrender the licence by written notice given to the chief executive.\nIf the Queensland driver licence is in the holder’s possession, the licence must be given to the chief executive with the written notice.\nSee also section 130 of the Act .\nThe surrender takes effect on the giving of the notice.\n(sec.375-ssec.1) The holder of a Queensland driver licence, including a Queensland driver licence that is suspended, may surrender the licence by written notice given to the chief executive.\n(sec.375-ssec.2) If the Queensland driver licence is in the holder’s possession, the licence must be given to the chief executive with the written notice. See also section 130 of the Act .\n(sec.375-ssec.3) The surrender takes effect on the giving of the notice.","sortOrder":470},{"sectionNumber":"sec.376","sectionType":"section","heading":"Seizing Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.376 Seizing Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies if—\na person produces a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; and\nthe authorised officer reasonably believes the person is not the licensee.\nThis section also applies if—\na person who is the driver of a motor vehicle produces a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; and\nthe authorised officer reasonably believes—\nthe licence has been cancelled or has otherwise stopped having effect, other than because the licence is suspended; or\nthe person is disqualified, however described, by an Australian court from holding or obtaining an Australian driver licence.\nThe authorised officer may seize the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.376-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person produces a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; and the authorised officer reasonably believes the person is not the licensee.\n(sec.376-ssec.2) This section also applies if— a person who is the driver of a motor vehicle produces a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; and the authorised officer reasonably believes— the licence has been cancelled or has otherwise stopped having effect, other than because the licence is suspended; or the person is disqualified, however described, by an Australian court from holding or obtaining an Australian driver licence.\n(sec.376-ssec.3) The authorised officer may seize the Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) a person produces a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; and\n- (b) the authorised officer reasonably believes the person is not the licensee.\n- (a) a person who is the driver of a motor vehicle produces a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; and\n- (b) the authorised officer reasonably believes— (i) the licence has been cancelled or has otherwise stopped having effect, other than because the licence is suspended; or (ii) the person is disqualified, however described, by an Australian court from holding or obtaining an Australian driver licence.\n- (i) the licence has been cancelled or has otherwise stopped having effect, other than because the licence is suspended; or\n- (ii) the person is disqualified, however described, by an Australian court from holding or obtaining an Australian driver licence.\n- (i) the licence has been cancelled or has otherwise stopped having effect, other than because the licence is suspended; or\n- (ii) the person is disqualified, however described, by an Australian court from holding or obtaining an Australian driver licence.","sortOrder":471},{"sectionNumber":"sec.377","sectionType":"section","heading":"Seizing documents that purport to be Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.377 Seizing documents that purport to be Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies if—\neither—\na person produces a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; or\nan authorised officer finds a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence; and\nthe authorised officer reasonably believes the document is not a Queensland driver licence.\nThe authorised officer may seize the document.\n(sec.377-ssec.1) This section applies if— either— a person produces a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; or an authorised officer finds a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence; and the authorised officer reasonably believes the document is not a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.377-ssec.2) The authorised officer may seize the document.\n- (a) either— (i) a person produces a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; or (ii) an authorised officer finds a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (i) a person produces a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; or\n- (ii) an authorised officer finds a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the authorised officer reasonably believes the document is not a Queensland driver licence.\n- (i) a person produces a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence to an authorised officer under section 49 of the Act ; or\n- (ii) an authorised officer finds a document that purports to be a Queensland driver licence; and","sortOrder":472},{"sectionNumber":"sec.378","sectionType":"section","heading":"Return of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.378 Return of Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies if, after seizing a Queensland driver licence under section 376 , an authorised officer finds—\nfor a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (1) (b) —the person who produced the licence is the licensee; or\nfor a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (2) (b) (i) —the licence has not been cancelled or otherwise stopped having effect, or has stopped having effect only because the licence is suspended; or\nfor a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (2) (b) (ii) —the person who produced the licence—\nwas not disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized; or\nwas disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized but the disqualification has been set aside by a court.\nThis section also applies if an authorised officer finds a document seized under section 377 is a Queensland driver licence.\nThe authorised officer must return the Queensland driver licence to the licensee within 28 days after the day the finding mentioned in subsection (1) or (2) is made.\nHowever, the authorised officer is not required to return the Queensland driver licence if—\nthe licence is no longer valid, other than because the licence is suspended; or\na replacement Queensland driver licence has been issued to the licensee.\nThe authorised officer complies with subsection (3) if the officer sends the Queensland driver licence by post to either of the following addresses—\nthe last known address recorded by the chief executive for the licensee;\nif there is a current postal address for the licensee—the current postal address.\nSubsection (5) does not limit the ways in which the authorised officer may otherwise comply with subsection (3) .\n(sec.378-ssec.1) This section applies if, after seizing a Queensland driver licence under section 376 , an authorised officer finds— for a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (1) (b) —the person who produced the licence is the licensee; or for a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (2) (b) (i) —the licence has not been cancelled or otherwise stopped having effect, or has stopped having effect only because the licence is suspended; or for a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (2) (b) (ii) —the person who produced the licence— was not disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized; or was disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized but the disqualification has been set aside by a court.\n(sec.378-ssec.2) This section also applies if an authorised officer finds a document seized under section 377 is a Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.378-ssec.3) The authorised officer must return the Queensland driver licence to the licensee within 28 days after the day the finding mentioned in subsection (1) or (2) is made.\n(sec.378-ssec.4) However, the authorised officer is not required to return the Queensland driver licence if— the licence is no longer valid, other than because the licence is suspended; or a replacement Queensland driver licence has been issued to the licensee.\n(sec.378-ssec.5) The authorised officer complies with subsection (3) if the officer sends the Queensland driver licence by post to either of the following addresses— the last known address recorded by the chief executive for the licensee; if there is a current postal address for the licensee—the current postal address.\n(sec.378-ssec.6) Subsection (5) does not limit the ways in which the authorised officer may otherwise comply with subsection (3) .\n- (a) for a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (1) (b) —the person who produced the licence is the licensee; or\n- (b) for a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (2) (b) (i) —the licence has not been cancelled or otherwise stopped having effect, or has stopped having effect only because the licence is suspended; or\n- (c) for a licence seized because of an authorised officer’s belief under section 376 (2) (b) (ii) —the person who produced the licence— (i) was not disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized; or (ii) was disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized but the disqualification has been set aside by a court.\n- (i) was not disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized; or\n- (ii) was disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized but the disqualification has been set aside by a court.\n- (i) was not disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized; or\n- (ii) was disqualified, as mentioned in that section, when the licence was seized but the disqualification has been set aside by a court.\n- (a) the licence is no longer valid, other than because the licence is suspended; or\n- (b) a replacement Queensland driver licence has been issued to the licensee.\n- (a) the last known address recorded by the chief executive for the licensee;\n- (b) if there is a current postal address for the licensee—the current postal address.","sortOrder":473},{"sectionNumber":"sec.379","sectionType":"section","heading":"Damaging Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.379 Damaging Queensland driver licences\n\nA person must not wilfully damage a Queensland driver licence.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.","sortOrder":474},{"sectionNumber":"ch.14-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Provisions for particular applications and notices","content":"# Provisions for particular applications and notices","sortOrder":475},{"sectionNumber":"sec.380","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for part","content":"### sec.380 Definitions for part\n\nIn this part—\napplication means—\nan application required or permitted to be made under this regulation, other than an application under section 296 , 301 , 312 or 322 ; or\nan application for the grant of a restricted licence made by a person in relation to whom an order mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act , or made under section 87 (1) of the Act , is in effect.\ndecision-maker , for an application, means the office holder (however described) whose function it is to decide the application.\ninformation includes a document.\n- (a) an application required or permitted to be made under this regulation, other than an application under section 296 , 301 , 312 or 322 ; or\n- (b) an application for the grant of a restricted licence made by a person in relation to whom an order mentioned in section 81 (7) of the Act , or made under section 87 (1) of the Act , is in effect.","sortOrder":476},{"sectionNumber":"sec.381","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive may publish notice about applications","content":"### sec.381 Chief executive may publish notice about applications\n\nThe chief executive may, by publishing a notice on the department’s website—\napprove a way in which an application may be made; or\norally, by electronic communication or by another form of communication\nrequire stated information to be included in, or to accompany, an application.\nA notice under subsection (1) (a) may include requirements for making an application in the approved way.\nA notice under subsection (1) (b) may only require information that is reasonably necessary for—\nthe decision-maker to decide the application; or\nanother purpose related to the application or the thing being applied for.\nirrelevant personal information\nrelevant personal information if the provision of the information would be excessively intrusive to personal privacy\nSubsection (1) applies whether or not there is an approved form for the application.\n(sec.381-ssec.1) The chief executive may, by publishing a notice on the department’s website— approve a way in which an application may be made; or orally, by electronic communication or by another form of communication require stated information to be included in, or to accompany, an application.\n(sec.381-ssec.2) A notice under subsection (1) (a) may include requirements for making an application in the approved way.\n(sec.381-ssec.3) A notice under subsection (1) (b) may only require information that is reasonably necessary for— the decision-maker to decide the application; or another purpose related to the application or the thing being applied for. irrelevant personal information relevant personal information if the provision of the information would be excessively intrusive to personal privacy\n(sec.381-ssec.4) Subsection (1) applies whether or not there is an approved form for the application.\n- (a) approve a way in which an application may be made; or Examples of ways— orally, by electronic communication or by another form of communication\n- (b) require stated information to be included in, or to accompany, an application.\n- (a) the decision-maker to decide the application; or\n- (b) another purpose related to the application or the thing being applied for.\n- • irrelevant personal information\n- • relevant personal information if the provision of the information would be excessively intrusive to personal privacy","sortOrder":477},{"sectionNumber":"sec.382","sectionType":"section","heading":"How applications must be made","content":"### sec.382 How applications must be made\n\nAn application must be made in 1 of the following ways—\nin the approved form for the application;\nin the approved way under section 381 (1) (a) for making the application;\nif there is no approved form and no approved way for making the application—in writing.\nAn application must include, or be accompanied by, any information required for the application under section 381 (1) (b) .\nSubsection (2) does not limit or otherwise affect another provision of this regulation that requires an application to include, or be accompanied by, particular information.\n(sec.382-ssec.1) An application must be made in 1 of the following ways— in the approved form for the application; in the approved way under section 381 (1) (a) for making the application; if there is no approved form and no approved way for making the application—in writing.\n(sec.382-ssec.2) An application must include, or be accompanied by, any information required for the application under section 381 (1) (b) .\n(sec.382-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not limit or otherwise affect another provision of this regulation that requires an application to include, or be accompanied by, particular information.\n- (a) in the approved form for the application;\n- (b) in the approved way under section 381 (1) (a) for making the application;\n- (c) if there is no approved form and no approved way for making the application—in writing.","sortOrder":478},{"sectionNumber":"sec.383","sectionType":"section","heading":"Decision-maker may request further information","content":"### sec.383 Decision-maker may request further information\n\nThe decision-maker for an application may, by written notice given to the applicant, ask for further information the decision-maker reasonably needs to decide the application.\nThe notice—\nmust state—\nthe information required; and\nthe time, no earlier than 28 days after the day the notice is given, by which the information is required to be given to the decision-maker; and\nthe decision-maker may cancel the application if the applicant does not comply with the notice; and\nmay state a way in which the information must be given.\nIf the notice does not state a way in which the information must be given, the applicant must give the information in writing.\nIf the applicant does not comply with the notice, the decision-maker may give the applicant a written notice cancelling the application.\nThe cancellation takes effect on the day the notice cancelling the application is given to the applicant or a later day stated in the notice.\n(sec.383-ssec.1) The decision-maker for an application may, by written notice given to the applicant, ask for further information the decision-maker reasonably needs to decide the application.\n(sec.383-ssec.2) The notice— must state— the information required; and the time, no earlier than 28 days after the day the notice is given, by which the information is required to be given to the decision-maker; and the decision-maker may cancel the application if the applicant does not comply with the notice; and may state a way in which the information must be given.\n(sec.383-ssec.3) If the notice does not state a way in which the information must be given, the applicant must give the information in writing.\n(sec.383-ssec.4) If the applicant does not comply with the notice, the decision-maker may give the applicant a written notice cancelling the application.\n(sec.383-ssec.5) The cancellation takes effect on the day the notice cancelling the application is given to the applicant or a later day stated in the notice.\n- (a) must state— (i) the information required; and (ii) the time, no earlier than 28 days after the day the notice is given, by which the information is required to be given to the decision-maker; and (iii) the decision-maker may cancel the application if the applicant does not comply with the notice; and\n- (i) the information required; and\n- (ii) the time, no earlier than 28 days after the day the notice is given, by which the information is required to be given to the decision-maker; and\n- (iii) the decision-maker may cancel the application if the applicant does not comply with the notice; and\n- (b) may state a way in which the information must be given.\n- (i) the information required; and\n- (ii) the time, no earlier than 28 days after the day the notice is given, by which the information is required to be given to the decision-maker; and\n- (iii) the decision-maker may cancel the application if the applicant does not comply with the notice; and","sortOrder":479},{"sectionNumber":"sec.384","sectionType":"section","heading":"Electronic issuing of driver licence receipts","content":"### sec.384 Electronic issuing of driver licence receipts\n\nThis section applies if—\nan application is made, under this part, by electronic communication; and\nas a result of deciding the application, the decision-maker for the application must, under this regulation, issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant.\nThe driver licence receipt must be electronically issued.\n(sec.384-ssec.1) This section applies if— an application is made, under this part, by electronic communication; and as a result of deciding the application, the decision-maker for the application must, under this regulation, issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant.\n(sec.384-ssec.2) The driver licence receipt must be electronically issued.\n- (a) an application is made, under this part, by electronic communication; and\n- (b) as a result of deciding the application, the decision-maker for the application must, under this regulation, issue a driver licence receipt to the applicant.","sortOrder":480},{"sectionNumber":"sec.385","sectionType":"section","heading":"Chief executive may publish notice about incapacity notices","content":"### sec.385 Chief executive may publish notice about incapacity notices\n\nThe chief executive may, by publishing a notice on the department’s website (a departmental notice )—\napprove a way in which an incapacity notice may be given; or\norally, by electronic communication or by another form of communication\nrequire stated information to be included in, or to accompany, an incapacity notice.\nA departmental notice may include requirements for giving an incapacity notice in the approved way.\nSubsection (1) applies whether or not there is an approved form for the incapacity notice.\nIn this section—\nincapacity notice means a notice given under section 177 (1) , 178 (1) or (3) or 208 (2) or (5) .\n(sec.385-ssec.1) The chief executive may, by publishing a notice on the department’s website (a departmental notice )— approve a way in which an incapacity notice may be given; or orally, by electronic communication or by another form of communication require stated information to be included in, or to accompany, an incapacity notice.\n(sec.385-ssec.2) A departmental notice may include requirements for giving an incapacity notice in the approved way.\n(sec.385-ssec.3) Subsection (1) applies whether or not there is an approved form for the incapacity notice.\n(sec.385-ssec.4) In this section— incapacity notice means a notice given under section 177 (1) , 178 (1) or (3) or 208 (2) or (5) .\n- (a) approve a way in which an incapacity notice may be given; or Examples of ways— orally, by electronic communication or by another form of communication\n- (b) require stated information to be included in, or to accompany, an incapacity notice.","sortOrder":481},{"sectionNumber":"sec.386","sectionType":"section","heading":"How incapacity notices must be given","content":"### sec.386 How incapacity notices must be given\n\nAn incapacity notice must be given in 1 of the following ways—\nin the approved form for the notice;\nin the approved way under section 385 (1) (a) for giving the notice;\nif there is no approved form and no approved way for giving the notice—in writing.\nAn incapacity notice must include, or be accompanied by, any information required for the notice under section 385 (1) (b) .\nSubsection (2) does not limit or otherwise affect another provision of this regulation that requires an incapacity notice to include, or be accompanied by, particular information.\nIn this section—\nincapacity notice means a notice given under section 177 (1) , 178 (1) or (3) or 208 (2) or (5) .\n(sec.386-ssec.1) An incapacity notice must be given in 1 of the following ways— in the approved form for the notice; in the approved way under section 385 (1) (a) for giving the notice; if there is no approved form and no approved way for giving the notice—in writing.\n(sec.386-ssec.2) An incapacity notice must include, or be accompanied by, any information required for the notice under section 385 (1) (b) .\n(sec.386-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not limit or otherwise affect another provision of this regulation that requires an incapacity notice to include, or be accompanied by, particular information.\n(sec.386-ssec.4) In this section— incapacity notice means a notice given under section 177 (1) , 178 (1) or (3) or 208 (2) or (5) .\n- (a) in the approved form for the notice;\n- (b) in the approved way under section 385 (1) (a) for giving the notice;\n- (c) if there is no approved form and no approved way for giving the notice—in writing.","sortOrder":482},{"sectionNumber":"ch.14-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Reconsideration of decisions","content":"# Reconsideration of decisions","sortOrder":483},{"sectionNumber":"sec.387","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications for reconsideration of original decisions","content":"### sec.387 Applications for reconsideration of original decisions\n\nA person who has been given, or is entitled to be given, an information notice for a decision mentioned in schedule 6 (an original decision ) may apply to the chief executive to reconsider the decision.\nSee part 1 for requirements about the application.\nThe application must be made within—\nfor a person who has been given an information notice for the original decision—28 days after the day the person is given the notice; or\nfor a person who has not been given an information notice for the original decision—the longer of the following periods—\n28 days after the day the person becomes aware of the decision;\nif the person asks for an information notice for the decision—28 days after the day the person is given the information notice.\nThe chief executive may, at any time, extend the period within which the application must be made.\nSubject to subsection (5) , the application does not affect the operation of the original decision or prevent the decision being implemented.\nIf an application is made for reconsideration of the chief executive’s decision to suspend or cancel a Queensland driver licence, other than a prescribed licence decision, the suspension or cancellation—\nis suspended pending the chief executive’s reconsidered decision; and\nsubject to the chief executive’s reconsidered decision—\nfor a suspension—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision for the remaining period of the suspension; or\nfor a cancellation—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision.\n(sec.387-ssec.1) A person who has been given, or is entitled to be given, an information notice for a decision mentioned in schedule 6 (an original decision ) may apply to the chief executive to reconsider the decision. See part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.387-ssec.2) The application must be made within— for a person who has been given an information notice for the original decision—28 days after the day the person is given the notice; or for a person who has not been given an information notice for the original decision—the longer of the following periods— 28 days after the day the person becomes aware of the decision; if the person asks for an information notice for the decision—28 days after the day the person is given the information notice.\n(sec.387-ssec.3) The chief executive may, at any time, extend the period within which the application must be made.\n(sec.387-ssec.4) Subject to subsection (5) , the application does not affect the operation of the original decision or prevent the decision being implemented.\n(sec.387-ssec.5) If an application is made for reconsideration of the chief executive’s decision to suspend or cancel a Queensland driver licence, other than a prescribed licence decision, the suspension or cancellation— is suspended pending the chief executive’s reconsidered decision; and subject to the chief executive’s reconsidered decision— for a suspension—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision for the remaining period of the suspension; or for a cancellation—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision.\n- (a) for a person who has been given an information notice for the original decision—28 days after the day the person is given the notice; or\n- (b) for a person who has not been given an information notice for the original decision—the longer of the following periods— (i) 28 days after the day the person becomes aware of the decision; (ii) if the person asks for an information notice for the decision—28 days after the day the person is given the information notice.\n- (i) 28 days after the day the person becomes aware of the decision;\n- (ii) if the person asks for an information notice for the decision—28 days after the day the person is given the information notice.\n- (i) 28 days after the day the person becomes aware of the decision;\n- (ii) if the person asks for an information notice for the decision—28 days after the day the person is given the information notice.\n- (a) is suspended pending the chief executive’s reconsidered decision; and\n- (b) subject to the chief executive’s reconsidered decision— (i) for a suspension—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision for the remaining period of the suspension; or (ii) for a cancellation—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision.\n- (i) for a suspension—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision for the remaining period of the suspension; or\n- (ii) for a cancellation—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision.\n- (i) for a suspension—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision for the remaining period of the suspension; or\n- (ii) for a cancellation—takes effect from the day of the chief executive’s reconsidered decision.","sortOrder":484},{"sectionNumber":"sec.388","sectionType":"section","heading":"Reconsideration of decisions","content":"### sec.388 Reconsideration of decisions\n\nThe chief executive must, as soon as possible after receiving an application for reconsideration of an original decision—\nreconsider the original decision; and\ndecide to—\nconfirm the decision; or\nsubstitute another decision for the original decision; and\ngive the person a QCAT information notice for the reconsidered decision.\nThe application may be dealt with only by a person who—\ndid not make the original decision; and\nholds a more senior office than, or an office at the same level as, the person who made the original decision.\nSubsection (2) does not apply in relation to an original decision made by the chief executive personally.\nIf section 131 (7) of the Act applies in relation to the reconsidered decision, the QCAT information notice must state that if the person applies to QCAT for a review of the decision, the cancellation or suspension of the person’s licence is suspended pending the finalisation of the review.\nIn this section—\nQCAT information notice , for a reconsidered decision, means a notice complying with the QCAT Act , section 157 (2) .\n(sec.388-ssec.1) The chief executive must, as soon as possible after receiving an application for reconsideration of an original decision— reconsider the original decision; and decide to— confirm the decision; or substitute another decision for the original decision; and give the person a QCAT information notice for the reconsidered decision.\n(sec.388-ssec.2) The application may be dealt with only by a person who— did not make the original decision; and holds a more senior office than, or an office at the same level as, the person who made the original decision.\n(sec.388-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply in relation to an original decision made by the chief executive personally.\n(sec.388-ssec.4) If section 131 (7) of the Act applies in relation to the reconsidered decision, the QCAT information notice must state that if the person applies to QCAT for a review of the decision, the cancellation or suspension of the person’s licence is suspended pending the finalisation of the review.\n(sec.388-ssec.5) In this section— QCAT information notice , for a reconsidered decision, means a notice complying with the QCAT Act , section 157 (2) .\n- (a) reconsider the original decision; and\n- (b) decide to— (i) confirm the decision; or (ii) substitute another decision for the original decision; and\n- (i) confirm the decision; or\n- (ii) substitute another decision for the original decision; and\n- (c) give the person a QCAT information notice for the reconsidered decision.\n- (i) confirm the decision; or\n- (ii) substitute another decision for the original decision; and\n- (a) did not make the original decision; and\n- (b) holds a more senior office than, or an office at the same level as, the person who made the original decision.","sortOrder":485},{"sectionNumber":"sec.389","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of the Act , s 65A to particular decisions","content":"### sec.389 Application of the Act , s 65A to particular decisions\n\nThis section applies to a reconsidered decision under section 388 of an original decision under section 70 (1) , 77 (1) , 82 (1) , 129 (1) , 134 (1) , 143 (1) , 190 (2) , 213 (2) , 232 (1) , 238 (1) or 245 (1) (b) or (c) .\nSection 65A (2) and (3) of the Act applies in relation to the reconsidered decision as if—\na reference in the section to the reviewed decision were a reference to the reconsidered decision; and\na reference in the section to the applicant were a reference to the person who made an application under section 387 for a reconsideration of the original decision.\nFor a review of a reconsidered decision of an original decision that is a licensing decision, see section 131 (4) of the Act .\n(sec.389-ssec.1) This section applies to a reconsidered decision under section 388 of an original decision under section 70 (1) , 77 (1) , 82 (1) , 129 (1) , 134 (1) , 143 (1) , 190 (2) , 213 (2) , 232 (1) , 238 (1) or 245 (1) (b) or (c) .\n(sec.389-ssec.2) Section 65A (2) and (3) of the Act applies in relation to the reconsidered decision as if— a reference in the section to the reviewed decision were a reference to the reconsidered decision; and a reference in the section to the applicant were a reference to the person who made an application under section 387 for a reconsideration of the original decision.\n- (a) a reference in the section to the reviewed decision were a reference to the reconsidered decision; and\n- (b) a reference in the section to the applicant were a reference to the person who made an application under section 387 for a reconsideration of the original decision.","sortOrder":486},{"sectionNumber":"ch.15-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Fees","content":"# Fees","sortOrder":487},{"sectionNumber":"sec.390","sectionType":"section","heading":"Fees","content":"### sec.390 Fees\n\nFor sections 91B (4) , 91G (3) , 91P (4) and 171 (3) (a) of the Act , the fees payable under the Act are stated in schedule 7 .\nA fee payable under schedule 7 , item 4(a) or 5(a) that relates to the renewal of a Queensland driver licence for a term is the fee in force on 1 July in the financial year in which the term starts.\ns 390 sub 2021 SL No. 157 s 10\namd 2022 SL No. 56 s 47 ; 2023 SL No. 4 ss 4 , 7 ; 2023 SL No. 39 s 4\n(3)–(4) exp 1 July 2023 (see s 390(4))\n(sec.390-ssec.1) For sections 91B (4) , 91G (3) , 91P (4) and 171 (3) (a) of the Act , the fees payable under the Act are stated in schedule 7 .\n(sec.390-ssec.2) A fee payable under schedule 7 , item 4(a) or 5(a) that relates to the renewal of a Queensland driver licence for a term is the fee in force on 1 July in the financial year in which the term starts.","sortOrder":488},{"sectionNumber":"sec.390A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Rounding of amounts expressed as numbers of fee units","content":"### sec.390A Rounding of amounts expressed as numbers of fee units\n\nThis section applies for working out the amount of a fee expressed in this regulation as a number of fee units.\nFor the purpose of the Acts Interpretation Act 1954 , section 48C (3) , the amount is to be rounded to the nearest multiple of 5 cents (rounding one-half upwards).\nIf a fee were 35 fee units and the value of a fee unit were $1.015, the number of dollars obtained by multiplying 35 by $1.015 would be $35.525. Because $35.525 is halfway between $35.50 and $35.55, it is rounded upwards, so the amount of the fee would be $35.55.\ns 390A ins 2022 SL No. 56 s 48\n(sec.390A-ssec.1) This section applies for working out the amount of a fee expressed in this regulation as a number of fee units.\n(sec.390A-ssec.2) For the purpose of the Acts Interpretation Act 1954 , section 48C (3) , the amount is to be rounded to the nearest multiple of 5 cents (rounding one-half upwards). If a fee were 35 fee units and the value of a fee unit were $1.015, the number of dollars obtained by multiplying 35 by $1.015 would be $35.525. Because $35.525 is halfway between $35.50 and $35.55, it is rounded upwards, so the amount of the fee would be $35.55.","sortOrder":489},{"sectionNumber":"sec.391","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemption from payment of particular fees","content":"### sec.391 Exemption from payment of particular fees\n\nThe following persons are exempt from the payment of the fees mentioned in schedule 7 , items 1 to 5 and 12 that are otherwise payable under this regulation—\nthe head of a consulate;\na career consular officer under the Consular Privileges and Immunities Act 1972 (Cwlth) ;\nthe head of TECO in Brisbane;\nan officer of TECO in Brisbane;\nan immediate family member of a person mentioned in any of paragraphs (a) to (d) .\nA person is exempt from the payment of the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 1 for a road rules test that is otherwise payable under this regulation if—\neither—\nthe person is required, under chapter 3 , to pass the road rules test to be eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence; or\nthe person applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence as a returning driver and the person is required to pass the road rules test under section 169 or 170 to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence that has the code RD stated on the licence; and\nthe test is conducted using an online system; and\nthe person does not pass the test.\nA person is exempt from the payment of the fees mentioned in schedule 7 , items 13 and 14 for the release of information under section 77 (1) (a) of the Act that are otherwise payable under this regulation if the information—\nis released using an online system; and\nfor the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 14—is about—\nthe current number of demerit points recorded on a person’s traffic history; and\nthe particulars of each demerit points offence or interstate offence for which the demerit points were allocated.\nA government entity of the State is exempt from the payment of the fees mentioned in schedule 7 , items 13 and 14 for the release of information under section 77 (1) (a) of the Act that are otherwise payable under this regulation.\nIn this section—\nimmediate family member , of a person, means—\nthe person’s spouse; or\na child or stepchild of the person if the child or stepchild is—\nunder 21 years; or\nat least 21 years but under 25 years and in full-time study.\nTECO means the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office under the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (Privileges and Immunities) Regulations 1998 (Cwlth) .\ns 391 amd 2022 SL No. 73 s 10\n(sec.391-ssec.1) The following persons are exempt from the payment of the fees mentioned in schedule 7 , items 1 to 5 and 12 that are otherwise payable under this regulation— the head of a consulate; a career consular officer under the Consular Privileges and Immunities Act 1972 (Cwlth) ; the head of TECO in Brisbane; an officer of TECO in Brisbane; an immediate family member of a person mentioned in any of paragraphs (a) to (d) .\n(sec.391-ssec.2) A person is exempt from the payment of the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 1 for a road rules test that is otherwise payable under this regulation if— either— the person is required, under chapter 3 , to pass the road rules test to be eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence; or the person applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence as a returning driver and the person is required to pass the road rules test under section 169 or 170 to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence that has the code RD stated on the licence; and the test is conducted using an online system; and the person does not pass the test.\n(sec.391-ssec.3) A person is exempt from the payment of the fees mentioned in schedule 7 , items 13 and 14 for the release of information under section 77 (1) (a) of the Act that are otherwise payable under this regulation if the information— is released using an online system; and for the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 14—is about— the current number of demerit points recorded on a person’s traffic history; and the particulars of each demerit points offence or interstate offence for which the demerit points were allocated.\n(sec.391-ssec.4) A government entity of the State is exempt from the payment of the fees mentioned in schedule 7 , items 13 and 14 for the release of information under section 77 (1) (a) of the Act that are otherwise payable under this regulation.\n(sec.391-ssec.5) In this section— immediate family member , of a person, means— the person’s spouse; or a child or stepchild of the person if the child or stepchild is— under 21 years; or at least 21 years but under 25 years and in full-time study. TECO means the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office under the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (Privileges and Immunities) Regulations 1998 (Cwlth) .\n- (a) the head of a consulate;\n- (b) a career consular officer under the Consular Privileges and Immunities Act 1972 (Cwlth) ;\n- (c) the head of TECO in Brisbane;\n- (d) an officer of TECO in Brisbane;\n- (e) an immediate family member of a person mentioned in any of paragraphs (a) to (d) .\n- (a) either— (i) the person is required, under chapter 3 , to pass the road rules test to be eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence; or (ii) the person applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence as a returning driver and the person is required to pass the road rules test under section 169 or 170 to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence that has the code RD stated on the licence; and\n- (i) the person is required, under chapter 3 , to pass the road rules test to be eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence; or\n- (ii) the person applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence as a returning driver and the person is required to pass the road rules test under section 169 or 170 to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence that has the code RD stated on the licence; and\n- (b) the test is conducted using an online system; and\n- (c) the person does not pass the test.\n- (i) the person is required, under chapter 3 , to pass the road rules test to be eligible for a class RE Queensland driver licence; or\n- (ii) the person applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence as a returning driver and the person is required to pass the road rules test under section 169 or 170 to be eligible for a Queensland driver licence that has the code RD stated on the licence; and\n- (a) is released using an online system; and\n- (b) for the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 14—is about— (i) the current number of demerit points recorded on a person’s traffic history; and (ii) the particulars of each demerit points offence or interstate offence for which the demerit points were allocated.\n- (i) the current number of demerit points recorded on a person’s traffic history; and\n- (ii) the particulars of each demerit points offence or interstate offence for which the demerit points were allocated.\n- (i) the current number of demerit points recorded on a person’s traffic history; and\n- (ii) the particulars of each demerit points offence or interstate offence for which the demerit points were allocated.\n- (a) the person’s spouse; or\n- (b) a child or stepchild of the person if the child or stepchild is— (i) under 21 years; or (ii) at least 21 years but under 25 years and in full-time study.\n- (i) under 21 years; or\n- (ii) at least 21 years but under 25 years and in full-time study.\n- (i) under 21 years; or\n- (ii) at least 21 years but under 25 years and in full-time study.","sortOrder":490},{"sectionNumber":"sec.392","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grant of Queensland driver licences of different class to existing Queensland driver licence holders—term and fees","content":"### sec.392 Grant of Queensland driver licences of different class to existing Queensland driver licence holders—term and fees\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applies for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; and\nthe chief executive decides to grant the new licence.\nThe holder of a class C open licence applies for a class LR open licence.\nThis section also applies if—\nthe holder of—\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\na class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; and\nthe chief executive decides to grant the new licence.\nThe chief executive must grant the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence.\nDespite section 390 and schedule 7 , item 5, no fee is payable for the grant of the new licence.\n(sec.392-ssec.1) This section applies if— the holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applies for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; and the chief executive decides to grant the new licence. The holder of a class C open licence applies for a class LR open licence.\n(sec.392-ssec.2) This section also applies if— the holder of— a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; and the chief executive decides to grant the new licence.\n(sec.392-ssec.3) The chief executive must grant the new licence for the remaining term of the current licence.\n(sec.392-ssec.4) Despite section 390 and schedule 7 , item 5, no fee is payable for the grant of the new licence.\n- (a) the holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applies for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; and\n- (b) the chief executive decides to grant the new licence.\n- (a) the holder of— (i) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or (ii) a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; and\n- (i) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\n- (ii) a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; and\n- (b) the chief executive decides to grant the new licence.\n- (i) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\n- (ii) a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applies for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; and","sortOrder":491},{"sectionNumber":"sec.393","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grant and renewal of learner licences to existing Queensland driver licence holders—term and fees","content":"### sec.393 Grant and renewal of learner licences to existing Queensland driver licence holders—term and fees\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe holder of a Queensland driver licence (the current licence )—\napplies for the grant of a learner licence of a different class to the current licence; or\napplies to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applies to renew the current licence; and\nthe chief executive decides to grant or renew the learner licence.\nDespite section 390 and schedule 7 , item 4, no fee is payable for the grant or renewal of the learner licence.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\nthe learner licence is—\na class C learner licence; or\na class RE learner licence; or\na learner licence granted to the holder on the basis that the holder is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and\nfor an application to renew a learner licence mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (ii) —the chief executive decides to renew the current licence.\nThe chief executive must—\nfor the grant of a learner licence in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (i) —grant the learner licence for the remaining term of the current licence; or\nfor the renewal of a learner licence in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (ii) —renew the learner licence for the same term as the current licence is renewed for.\n(sec.393-ssec.1) This section applies if— the holder of a Queensland driver licence (the current licence )— applies for the grant of a learner licence of a different class to the current licence; or applies to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applies to renew the current licence; and the chief executive decides to grant or renew the learner licence.\n(sec.393-ssec.2) Despite section 390 and schedule 7 , item 4, no fee is payable for the grant or renewal of the learner licence.\n(sec.393-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— the learner licence is— a class C learner licence; or a class RE learner licence; or a learner licence granted to the holder on the basis that the holder is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and for an application to renew a learner licence mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (ii) —the chief executive decides to renew the current licence.\n(sec.393-ssec.4) The chief executive must— for the grant of a learner licence in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (i) —grant the learner licence for the remaining term of the current licence; or for the renewal of a learner licence in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (ii) —renew the learner licence for the same term as the current licence is renewed for.\n- (a) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (the current licence )— (i) applies for the grant of a learner licence of a different class to the current licence; or (ii) applies to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applies to renew the current licence; and\n- (i) applies for the grant of a learner licence of a different class to the current licence; or\n- (ii) applies to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applies to renew the current licence; and\n- (b) the chief executive decides to grant or renew the learner licence.\n- (i) applies for the grant of a learner licence of a different class to the current licence; or\n- (ii) applies to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applies to renew the current licence; and\n- (a) the learner licence is— (i) a class C learner licence; or (ii) a class RE learner licence; or (iii) a learner licence granted to the holder on the basis that the holder is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and\n- (i) a class C learner licence; or\n- (ii) a class RE learner licence; or\n- (iii) a learner licence granted to the holder on the basis that the holder is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and\n- (b) for an application to renew a learner licence mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (ii) —the chief executive decides to renew the current licence.\n- (i) a class C learner licence; or\n- (ii) a class RE learner licence; or\n- (iii) a learner licence granted to the holder on the basis that the holder is eligible for the licence under section 173 (2) ; and\n- (a) for the grant of a learner licence in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (i) —grant the learner licence for the remaining term of the current licence; or\n- (b) for the renewal of a learner licence in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1) (a) (ii) —renew the learner licence for the same term as the current licence is renewed for.","sortOrder":492},{"sectionNumber":"sec.394","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grant of Queensland driver licences to interstate licence holders—term and fees","content":"### sec.394 Grant of Queensland driver licences to interstate licence holders—term and fees\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe holder of an interstate licence applies for a Queensland driver licence; and\nthe chief executive decides to grant the Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive may, at the choice of the applicant, grant the Queensland driver licence—\nfor the remaining term of the interstate licence; or\nfor a term that is equivalent to a term the Queensland driver licence may be granted for under section 199 plus the remaining term of the interstate licence; or\nif the remaining term of the interstate licence is 1 year or less—for a term that the Queensland driver licence may be granted for under section 199 , disregarding the remaining term of the interstate licence.\nHowever, the term of the Queensland driver licence must not be more than—\nif the Queensland driver licence is a learner licence mentioned in section 199 (3) —3 years; or\notherwise—5 years.\nIf the Queensland driver licence is granted for the remaining term of the interstate licence under subsection (2) (a) —\nthe interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and\nno fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 4 or 5 for the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\nIf the Queensland driver licence is granted for a term under subsection (2) (b) —\nthe interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and\nfor schedule 7 , items 4 and 5, the term of the Queensland driver licence is taken to be the term the Queensland driver licence is granted for less the remaining term of the interstate licence.\nIf the Queensland driver licence is granted for a term under subsection (2) (c) —\nno interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and\nthe fee under schedule 7 , item 4 or 5 is payable for the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\nThis section does not apply if the holder of the interstate licence also holds a Queensland driver licence.\nSee sections 392 and 393 .\nThis section applies subject to sections 394A and 394B .\ns 394 sub 2022 SL No. 73 s 11\n(sec.394-ssec.1) This section applies if— the holder of an interstate licence applies for a Queensland driver licence; and the chief executive decides to grant the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.394-ssec.2) The chief executive may, at the choice of the applicant, grant the Queensland driver licence— for the remaining term of the interstate licence; or for a term that is equivalent to a term the Queensland driver licence may be granted for under section 199 plus the remaining term of the interstate licence; or if the remaining term of the interstate licence is 1 year or less—for a term that the Queensland driver licence may be granted for under section 199 , disregarding the remaining term of the interstate licence.\n(sec.394-ssec.3) However, the term of the Queensland driver licence must not be more than— if the Queensland driver licence is a learner licence mentioned in section 199 (3) —3 years; or otherwise—5 years.\n(sec.394-ssec.4) If the Queensland driver licence is granted for the remaining term of the interstate licence under subsection (2) (a) — the interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and no fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 4 or 5 for the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.394-ssec.5) If the Queensland driver licence is granted for a term under subsection (2) (b) — the interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and for schedule 7 , items 4 and 5, the term of the Queensland driver licence is taken to be the term the Queensland driver licence is granted for less the remaining term of the interstate licence.\n(sec.394-ssec.6) If the Queensland driver licence is granted for a term under subsection (2) (c) — no interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and the fee under schedule 7 , item 4 or 5 is payable for the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.394-ssec.7) This section does not apply if the holder of the interstate licence also holds a Queensland driver licence. See sections 392 and 393 .\n(sec.394-ssec.8) This section applies subject to sections 394A and 394B .\n- (a) the holder of an interstate licence applies for a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the chief executive decides to grant the Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) for the remaining term of the interstate licence; or\n- (b) for a term that is equivalent to a term the Queensland driver licence may be granted for under section 199 plus the remaining term of the interstate licence; or\n- (c) if the remaining term of the interstate licence is 1 year or less—for a term that the Queensland driver licence may be granted for under section 199 , disregarding the remaining term of the interstate licence.\n- (a) if the Queensland driver licence is a learner licence mentioned in section 199 (3) —3 years; or\n- (b) otherwise—5 years.\n- (a) the interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) no fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 4 or 5 for the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) the interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) for schedule 7 , items 4 and 5, the term of the Queensland driver licence is taken to be the term the Queensland driver licence is granted for less the remaining term of the interstate licence.\n- (a) no interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) the fee under schedule 7 , item 4 or 5 is payable for the grant of the Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":493},{"sectionNumber":"sec.394A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grant and renewal of different classes of provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences—term and fees","content":"### sec.394A Grant and renewal of different classes of provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences—term and fees\n\nThis section applies if—\na person applies at the same time for the grant or renewal of—\na class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\na class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\nthe chief executive decides—\nto grant the person a licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) and (ii) ; or\nto renew both licences.\nThe chief executive—\nmay, at the choice of the applicant, grant or renew the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence for a term for which the licence may be granted or renewed—\nif the person holds an interstate licence and is applying for the grant of the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence—under section 394 (2) ; or\notherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and\nmust grant or renew the class RE or class R Queensland driver licence for the same term.\nNo fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 5 or 12 in relation to the grant or renewal of the class RE or class R Queensland driver licence.\nThis section does not apply in relation to the grant of a Queensland driver licence to a person if section 170 (6) or 392 applies in relation to the grant of the licence to the person.\ns 394A ins 2022 SL No. 73 s 11\n(sec.394A-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person applies at the same time for the grant or renewal of— a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and the chief executive decides— to grant the person a licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) and (ii) ; or to renew both licences.\n(sec.394A-ssec.2) The chief executive— may, at the choice of the applicant, grant or renew the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence for a term for which the licence may be granted or renewed— if the person holds an interstate licence and is applying for the grant of the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence—under section 394 (2) ; or otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and must grant or renew the class RE or class R Queensland driver licence for the same term.\n(sec.394A-ssec.3) No fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 5 or 12 in relation to the grant or renewal of the class RE or class R Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.394A-ssec.4) This section does not apply in relation to the grant of a Queensland driver licence to a person if section 170 (6) or 392 applies in relation to the grant of the licence to the person.\n- (a) a person applies at the same time for the grant or renewal of— (i) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and (ii) a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (i) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (ii) a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (b) the chief executive decides— (i) to grant the person a licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) and (ii) ; or (ii) to renew both licences.\n- (i) to grant the person a licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) and (ii) ; or\n- (ii) to renew both licences.\n- (i) a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (ii) a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (i) to grant the person a licence mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) and (ii) ; or\n- (ii) to renew both licences.\n- (a) may, at the choice of the applicant, grant or renew the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence for a term for which the licence may be granted or renewed— (i) if the person holds an interstate licence and is applying for the grant of the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence—under section 394 (2) ; or (ii) otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and\n- (i) if the person holds an interstate licence and is applying for the grant of the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence—under section 394 (2) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and\n- (b) must grant or renew the class RE or class R Queensland driver licence for the same term.\n- (i) if the person holds an interstate licence and is applying for the grant of the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence—under section 394 (2) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and","sortOrder":494},{"sectionNumber":"sec.394B","sectionType":"section","heading":"Grant of provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences with certain learner licences—term and fees","content":"### sec.394B Grant of provisional licences, probationary licences and open licences with certain learner licences—term and fees\n\nThis section applies if a person applies at the same time for, and the chief executive decides to grant—\na provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\na learner licence of a different class to the provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\nThe chief executive—\nmay, at the choice of the applicant, grant the provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence for a term for which the licence may be granted—\nif the person holds an interstate licence—under section 394 (2) ; or\notherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and\nmust grant the learner licence for the same term.\nNo fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 4 or 12 in relation to the grant of the learner licence.\nThis section does not apply in relation to the grant of a Queensland driver licence to a person if section 170 (6) , 392 or 393 applies in relation to the grant of the licence to the person.\ns 394B ins 2022 SL No. 73 s 11\n(sec.394B-ssec.1) This section applies if a person applies at the same time for, and the chief executive decides to grant— a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and a learner licence of a different class to the provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\n(sec.394B-ssec.2) The chief executive— may, at the choice of the applicant, grant the provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence for a term for which the licence may be granted— if the person holds an interstate licence—under section 394 (2) ; or otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and must grant the learner licence for the same term.\n(sec.394B-ssec.3) No fee is payable under schedule 7 , item 4 or 12 in relation to the grant of the learner licence.\n(sec.394B-ssec.4) This section does not apply in relation to the grant of a Queensland driver licence to a person if section 170 (6) , 392 or 393 applies in relation to the grant of the licence to the person.\n- (a) a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence; and\n- (b) a learner licence of a different class to the provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence.\n- (a) may, at the choice of the applicant, grant the provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence for a term for which the licence may be granted— (i) if the person holds an interstate licence—under section 394 (2) ; or (ii) otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and\n- (i) if the person holds an interstate licence—under section 394 (2) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and\n- (b) must grant the learner licence for the same term.\n- (i) if the person holds an interstate licence—under section 394 (2) ; or\n- (ii) otherwise—under section 199 (1) ; and","sortOrder":495},{"sectionNumber":"sec.395","sectionType":"section","heading":"Partial refund of fees","content":"### sec.395 Partial refund of fees\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe holder of a Queensland driver licence has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely and, before the licence expires—\nthe chief executive cancels the licence under section 356 ; or\nthe holder surrenders the licence under section 375 ; or\nthe holder of a Queensland driver licence dies before the licence expires.\nThe holder of the Queensland driver licence or, if subsection (1) (b) applies, the deceased’s legal personal representative, may apply to the chief executive for a partial refund of the fee paid for the grant or renewal of the licence.\nSee chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\nIf the chief executive is satisfied the information given by the applicant for the application is correct, the chief executive must give the partial refund to the applicant.\nThe partial refund is to be worked out using the formula—\nwhere—\nLF means the fee paid for the grant or renewal of the Queensland driver licence.\nLP means the total term of the Queensland driver licence in months.\nWM means the remaining term of the Queensland driver licence in whole months.\nThe chief executive may deduct from the partial refund an amount decided by the chief executive to cover reasonable administrative costs.\nSubsection (3) does not apply if the reasonable administrative costs are greater than the amount of the partial refund.\nAlso, subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n(sec.395-ssec.1) This section applies if— the holder of a Queensland driver licence has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely and, before the licence expires— the chief executive cancels the licence under section 356 ; or the holder surrenders the licence under section 375 ; or the holder of a Queensland driver licence dies before the licence expires.\n(sec.395-ssec.2) The holder of the Queensland driver licence or, if subsection (1) (b) applies, the deceased’s legal personal representative, may apply to the chief executive for a partial refund of the fee paid for the grant or renewal of the licence. See chapter 14 , part 1 for requirements about the application.\n(sec.395-ssec.3) If the chief executive is satisfied the information given by the applicant for the application is correct, the chief executive must give the partial refund to the applicant.\n(sec.395-ssec.4) The partial refund is to be worked out using the formula— where— LF means the fee paid for the grant or renewal of the Queensland driver licence. LP means the total term of the Queensland driver licence in months. WM means the remaining term of the Queensland driver licence in whole months.\n(sec.395-ssec.5) The chief executive may deduct from the partial refund an amount decided by the chief executive to cover reasonable administrative costs.\n(sec.395-ssec.6) Subsection (3) does not apply if the reasonable administrative costs are greater than the amount of the partial refund.\n(sec.395-ssec.7) Also, subsection (3) does not apply if the application is cancelled under section 383 (4) .\n- (a) the holder of a Queensland driver licence has a mental or physical incapacity that is likely to adversely affect the holder’s ability to drive safely and, before the licence expires— (i) the chief executive cancels the licence under section 356 ; or (ii) the holder surrenders the licence under section 375 ; or\n- (i) the chief executive cancels the licence under section 356 ; or\n- (ii) the holder surrenders the licence under section 375 ; or\n- (b) the holder of a Queensland driver licence dies before the licence expires.\n- (i) the chief executive cancels the licence under section 356 ; or\n- (ii) the holder surrenders the licence under section 375 ; or","sortOrder":496},{"sectionNumber":"sec.396","sectionType":"section","heading":"Waiving payment of particular fees for persons affected by natural disasters","content":"### sec.396 Waiving payment of particular fees for persons affected by natural disasters\n\nThis section applies if a person is required to pay a fee—\nmentioned in schedule 7 , item 6 for making a logbook available under section 67 (3) ; or\nmentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issuing of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367 (3) .\nThe chief executive may waive the payment of the fee if satisfied the person needs the logbook or replacement Queensland driver licence because the person’s previous logbook or Queensland driver licence was lost or damaged due to a natural disaster.\nIn this section—\ndamage , to a logbook or Queensland driver licence, includes any damage to the logbook or licence caused by a natural disaster.\n(sec.396-ssec.1) This section applies if a person is required to pay a fee— mentioned in schedule 7 , item 6 for making a logbook available under section 67 (3) ; or mentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issuing of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367 (3) .\n(sec.396-ssec.2) The chief executive may waive the payment of the fee if satisfied the person needs the logbook or replacement Queensland driver licence because the person’s previous logbook or Queensland driver licence was lost or damaged due to a natural disaster.\n(sec.396-ssec.3) In this section— damage , to a logbook or Queensland driver licence, includes any damage to the logbook or licence caused by a natural disaster.\n- (a) mentioned in schedule 7 , item 6 for making a logbook available under section 67 (3) ; or\n- (b) mentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issuing of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367 (3) .","sortOrder":497},{"sectionNumber":"sec.397","sectionType":"section","heading":"Waiving payment of fees for applications for exemptions from logbook requirements","content":"### sec.397 Waiving payment of fees for applications for exemptions from logbook requirements\n\nThis section applies if a person is required to pay a fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 7 for an application under section 81 for an exemption from the logbook requirements on the grounds mentioned in section 82 (2) (b) .\nThe chief executive may waive the payment of the fee if the person lives in a community visited by a service, provided by the department, that helps persons in obtaining a Queensland driver licence.\nthe Indigenous Driver Licensing Unit\n(sec.397-ssec.1) This section applies if a person is required to pay a fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 7 for an application under section 81 for an exemption from the logbook requirements on the grounds mentioned in section 82 (2) (b) .\n(sec.397-ssec.2) The chief executive may waive the payment of the fee if the person lives in a community visited by a service, provided by the department, that helps persons in obtaining a Queensland driver licence. the Indigenous Driver Licensing Unit","sortOrder":498},{"sectionNumber":"sec.398","sectionType":"section","heading":"Waiving payment of fees for replacement Queensland driver licence in particular circumstances","content":"### sec.398 Waiving payment of fees for replacement Queensland driver licence in particular circumstances\n\nThe chief executive may waive the payment of the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issue of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367 (3) if the application is for the replacement of a licence that was—\ndamaged or lost as a result of a person, other than the person required to pay the fee, committing an indictable offence that is a crime or misdemeanour; or\nstolen.\nThe chief executive may waive the payment of the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issue of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367A (3) .\ns 398 prev s 398 om 2023 SL No. 4 s 6\npres s 398 ins 2025 SL No. 127 s 12\n(sec.398-ssec.1) The chief executive may waive the payment of the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issue of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367 (3) if the application is for the replacement of a licence that was— damaged or lost as a result of a person, other than the person required to pay the fee, committing an indictable offence that is a crime or misdemeanour; or stolen.\n(sec.398-ssec.2) The chief executive may waive the payment of the fee mentioned in schedule 7 , item 11 for the issue of a replacement Queensland driver licence under section 367A (3) .\n- (a) damaged or lost as a result of a person, other than the person required to pay the fee, committing an indictable offence that is a crime or misdemeanour; or\n- (b) stolen.","sortOrder":499},{"sectionNumber":"ch.15-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Other provisions","content":"# Other provisions","sortOrder":500},{"sectionNumber":"sec.399","sectionType":"section","heading":"Declaration for provisions that are not unlawful discrimination— Act , s 150AA","content":"### sec.399 Declaration for provisions that are not unlawful discrimination— Act , s 150AA\n\nFor section 150AA (2) (a) of the Act , the following provisions are declared not unlawful discrimination on the basis of age for the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 —\nchapter 3 ;\nchapter 6 , part 2 , division 2 and part 3 ;\nchapter 16 , part 2 , divisions 2 , 3 and 4 and part 3 ;\na provision of the schedules that relates to a provision stated in paragraph (a) , (b) or (c) .\n- (a) chapter 3 ;\n- (b) chapter 6 , part 2 , division 2 and part 3 ;\n- (c) chapter 16 , part 2 , divisions 2 , 3 and 4 and part 3 ;\n- (d) a provision of the schedules that relates to a provision stated in paragraph (a) , (b) or (c) .","sortOrder":501},{"sectionNumber":"sec.400","sectionType":"section","heading":"Determining whether motor vehicles are class HC motor vehicles—number of trailers","content":"### sec.400 Determining whether motor vehicles are class HC motor vehicles—number of trailers\n\nFor this regulation, in determining whether a motor vehicle is a class HC motor vehicle—\na converter dolly and a semitrailer, when used together, are taken to be a single trailer; and\na low loader and a low loader dolly, when used together, are taken to be a single trailer.\nIn this section—\nconverter dolly means a trailer with a fifth wheel coupling designed to support a semitrailer for hauling purposes.\nfifth wheel coupling means a device, other than the upper rotating element and the kingpin (that are parts of a semitrailer), used with a prime mover, semitrailer or a converter dolly to permit quick coupling and uncoupling and to provide for articulation.\nlow loader means a gooseneck semitrailer with a loading deck 1m or less above the ground.\nlow loader dolly means a trailer that—\nis of the type usually coupled between a prime mover and a low loader; and\nconsists of a gooseneck rigid frame; and\ndoes not carry any load directly on itself; and\nis equipped with 1 or more axles, a kingpin and a fifth wheel coupling.\n(sec.400-ssec.1) For this regulation, in determining whether a motor vehicle is a class HC motor vehicle— a converter dolly and a semitrailer, when used together, are taken to be a single trailer; and a low loader and a low loader dolly, when used together, are taken to be a single trailer.\n(sec.400-ssec.2) In this section— converter dolly means a trailer with a fifth wheel coupling designed to support a semitrailer for hauling purposes. fifth wheel coupling means a device, other than the upper rotating element and the kingpin (that are parts of a semitrailer), used with a prime mover, semitrailer or a converter dolly to permit quick coupling and uncoupling and to provide for articulation. low loader means a gooseneck semitrailer with a loading deck 1m or less above the ground. low loader dolly means a trailer that— is of the type usually coupled between a prime mover and a low loader; and consists of a gooseneck rigid frame; and does not carry any load directly on itself; and is equipped with 1 or more axles, a kingpin and a fifth wheel coupling.\n- (a) a converter dolly and a semitrailer, when used together, are taken to be a single trailer; and\n- (b) a low loader and a low loader dolly, when used together, are taken to be a single trailer.\n- (a) is of the type usually coupled between a prime mover and a low loader; and\n- (b) consists of a gooseneck rigid frame; and\n- (c) does not carry any load directly on itself; and\n- (d) is equipped with 1 or more axles, a kingpin and a fifth wheel coupling.","sortOrder":502},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Existing and class UD Queensland driver licences","content":"# Existing and class UD Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":503},{"sectionNumber":"sec.401","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.401 Existing Queensland driver licences\n\nA Queensland driver licence of a particular class and type in effect immediately before the commencement continues in effect as if the licence were a Queensland driver licence of the same class and type granted under this regulation.\nIn subsection (1), a reference to a Queensland driver licence in effect immediately before the commencement includes a Queensland driver licence that, immediately before the commencement, is suspended.\nOn the commencement, the category of the Queensland driver licence is taken to be—\nfor a learner licence—the category of learner licence; or\nfor a provisional licence—the category of provisional licence; or\nfor a probationary licence—the category of probationary licence; or\nfor a restricted licence—the category of restricted licence; or\nfor an open licence—the category of open licence.\nThe Queensland driver licence is taken to be for the same term, and subject to the same conditions, that applied to the licence under the expired regulation immediately before the commencement.\nHowever, if a code mentioned in schedule 3, column 1 is stated on the Queensland driver licence, the licence is taken to be subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3, column 2.\n(sec.401-ssec.1) A Queensland driver licence of a particular class and type in effect immediately before the commencement continues in effect as if the licence were a Queensland driver licence of the same class and type granted under this regulation.\n(sec.401-ssec.2) In subsection (1), a reference to a Queensland driver licence in effect immediately before the commencement includes a Queensland driver licence that, immediately before the commencement, is suspended.\n(sec.401-ssec.3) On the commencement, the category of the Queensland driver licence is taken to be— for a learner licence—the category of learner licence; or for a provisional licence—the category of provisional licence; or for a probationary licence—the category of probationary licence; or for a restricted licence—the category of restricted licence; or for an open licence—the category of open licence.\n(sec.401-ssec.4) The Queensland driver licence is taken to be for the same term, and subject to the same conditions, that applied to the licence under the expired regulation immediately before the commencement.\n(sec.401-ssec.5) However, if a code mentioned in schedule 3, column 1 is stated on the Queensland driver licence, the licence is taken to be subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3, column 2.\n- (a) for a learner licence—the category of learner licence; or\n- (b) for a provisional licence—the category of provisional licence; or\n- (c) for a probationary licence—the category of probationary licence; or\n- (d) for a restricted licence—the category of restricted licence; or\n- (e) for an open licence—the category of open licence.","sortOrder":504},{"sectionNumber":"sec.402","sectionType":"section","heading":"Class UD Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.402 Class UD Queensland driver licences\n\nA person who, immediately before the commencement, held a class UD Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation, including a class UD Queensland driver licence that is suspended, may apply to the chief executive to renew the licence.\nHowever, if the class UD Queensland driver licence is suspended, the person may not make an application under subsection (1) until after the suspension ends.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\nafter the commencement, a class UD Queensland driver licence held by a person mentioned in subsection (1) expires or is cancelled or surrendered; or\na person held a class UD Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation within the period of 5 years before the commencement.\nThe person may, within 5 years after the day the class UD Queensland driver licence stops having effect, apply to the chief executive for a new class UD Queensland driver licence.\nThe chief executive must approve an application made under subsection (1) or (4) if the applicant holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\nIf the chief executive approves an application under subsection (1) to renew a class UD Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must renew the licence for the remaining term of the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\nIf the chief executive approves an application under subsection (4) for a class UD Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must grant to the applicant a class UD Queensland driver licence—\nof the same category and type as the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence; and\nfor the remaining term of the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\nDespite section 390 and schedule 7, item 5, no fee is payable for the grant or renewal of the class UD Queensland driver licence.\nIf a person’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence expires, or is cancelled, surrendered or suspended, any class UD Queensland driver licence held by the person—\nif the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence expires or is cancelled or surrendered—stops having effect at the same time; or\nif the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence is suspended—is suspended at the same time, and for the same period, as the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\nA person who holds a class UD Queensland driver licence is authorised under the licence to drive a class UD motor vehicle.\nIn this section—\nclass UD motor vehicle means a motor vehicle that is a specially constructed vehicle, with or without a trailer.\n(sec.402-ssec.1) A person who, immediately before the commencement, held a class UD Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation, including a class UD Queensland driver licence that is suspended, may apply to the chief executive to renew the licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.2) However, if the class UD Queensland driver licence is suspended, the person may not make an application under subsection (1) until after the suspension ends.\n(sec.402-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— after the commencement, a class UD Queensland driver licence held by a person mentioned in subsection (1) expires or is cancelled or surrendered; or a person held a class UD Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation within the period of 5 years before the commencement.\n(sec.402-ssec.4) The person may, within 5 years after the day the class UD Queensland driver licence stops having effect, apply to the chief executive for a new class UD Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.5) The chief executive must approve an application made under subsection (1) or (4) if the applicant holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.6) If the chief executive approves an application under subsection (1) to renew a class UD Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must renew the licence for the remaining term of the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.7) If the chief executive approves an application under subsection (4) for a class UD Queensland driver licence, the chief executive must grant to the applicant a class UD Queensland driver licence— of the same category and type as the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence; and for the remaining term of the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.8) Despite section 390 and schedule 7, item 5, no fee is payable for the grant or renewal of the class UD Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.9) If a person’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence expires, or is cancelled, surrendered or suspended, any class UD Queensland driver licence held by the person— if the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence expires or is cancelled or surrendered—stops having effect at the same time; or if the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence is suspended—is suspended at the same time, and for the same period, as the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.402-ssec.10) A person who holds a class UD Queensland driver licence is authorised under the licence to drive a class UD motor vehicle.\n(sec.402-ssec.11) In this section— class UD motor vehicle means a motor vehicle that is a specially constructed vehicle, with or without a trailer.\n- (a) after the commencement, a class UD Queensland driver licence held by a person mentioned in subsection (1) expires or is cancelled or surrendered; or\n- (b) a person held a class UD Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation within the period of 5 years before the commencement.\n- (a) of the same category and type as the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) for the remaining term of the applicant’s class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.\n- (a) if the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence expires or is cancelled or surrendered—stops having effect at the same time; or\n- (b) if the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence is suspended—is suspended at the same time, and for the same period, as the class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":505},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Matters relating to applications and eligibility for Queensland driver licences","content":"# Matters relating to applications and eligibility for Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":506},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.2-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Applications for Queensland driver licences made before commencement","content":"## Applications for Queensland driver licences made before commencement","sortOrder":507},{"sectionNumber":"sec.403","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular decisions about applications to grant or renew Queensland driver licences made before commencement","content":"### sec.403 Particular decisions about applications to grant or renew Queensland driver licences made before commencement\n\nThis section applies in relation to a decision made under the expired regulation, section 23(1) that is in effect immediately before the commencement.\nThe following provisions of the expired regulation continue to apply in relation to the decision as if the expired regulation had not expired—\nsection 23(3), (4) and (5);\nsection 24;\nsection 25(1), (3), (4) and (5).\nIf, after the commencement, a Queensland driver licence of a particular class and type is granted or renewed under the expired regulation in relation to the decision—\nthe licence is taken to be a Queensland driver licence of that class and type granted or renewed under this regulation; and\nthe category of the licence is taken to be the category for the licence mentioned in section 401(3).\nIf a code mentioned in schedule 3, column 1 is stated on the Queensland driver licence, the licence is taken to be subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3, column 2.\n(sec.403-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a decision made under the expired regulation, section 23(1) that is in effect immediately before the commencement.\n(sec.403-ssec.2) The following provisions of the expired regulation continue to apply in relation to the decision as if the expired regulation had not expired— section 23(3), (4) and (5); section 24; section 25(1), (3), (4) and (5).\n(sec.403-ssec.3) If, after the commencement, a Queensland driver licence of a particular class and type is granted or renewed under the expired regulation in relation to the decision— the licence is taken to be a Queensland driver licence of that class and type granted or renewed under this regulation; and the category of the licence is taken to be the category for the licence mentioned in section 401(3).\n(sec.403-ssec.4) If a code mentioned in schedule 3, column 1 is stated on the Queensland driver licence, the licence is taken to be subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3, column 2.\n- (a) section 23(3), (4) and (5);\n- (b) section 24;\n- (c) section 25(1), (3), (4) and (5).\n- (a) the licence is taken to be a Queensland driver licence of that class and type granted or renewed under this regulation; and\n- (b) the category of the licence is taken to be the category for the licence mentioned in section 401(3).","sortOrder":508},{"sectionNumber":"sec.404","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications for Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.404 Existing applications for Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person applied for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation, including a replacement Queensland driver licence; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\nThe expired regulation, other than the expired regulation, section 24, continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nIf a Queensland driver licence of a particular class and type is granted or renewed under the expired regulation in relation to the application—\nthe licence is taken to be a Queensland driver licence of that class and type granted under this regulation; and\nthe category of the licence is taken to be the category for the licence mentioned in section 401(3); and\nthis regulation applies in relation to the term of the Queensland driver licence.\nSee also section 411.\nIf a code mentioned in schedule 3, column 1 is stated on the Queensland driver licence, the licence is taken to be subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3, column 2.\n(sec.404-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, a person applied for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation, including a replacement Queensland driver licence; and immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n(sec.404-ssec.2) The expired regulation, other than the expired regulation, section 24, continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.404-ssec.3) If a Queensland driver licence of a particular class and type is granted or renewed under the expired regulation in relation to the application— the licence is taken to be a Queensland driver licence of that class and type granted under this regulation; and the category of the licence is taken to be the category for the licence mentioned in section 401(3); and this regulation applies in relation to the term of the Queensland driver licence. See also section 411.\n(sec.404-ssec.4) If a code mentioned in schedule 3, column 1 is stated on the Queensland driver licence, the licence is taken to be subject to the condition stated opposite the code in schedule 3, column 2.\n- (a) before the commencement, a person applied for the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence under the expired regulation, including a replacement Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n- (a) the licence is taken to be a Queensland driver licence of that class and type granted under this regulation; and\n- (b) the category of the licence is taken to be the category for the licence mentioned in section 401(3); and\n- (c) this regulation applies in relation to the term of the Queensland driver licence.","sortOrder":509},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.2-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Other matters relating to applications and eligibility for Queensland driver licences","content":"## Other matters relating to applications and eligibility for Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":510},{"sectionNumber":"sec.405","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing returning driver certificates","content":"### sec.405 Existing returning driver certificates\n\nA returning driver certificate given under the expired regulation, section 16D(2)(b) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken, on the commencement, to be a returning driver certificate under this regulation.","sortOrder":511},{"sectionNumber":"sec.406","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular decisions about applications claiming special need made before commencement","content":"### sec.406 Particular decisions about applications claiming special need made before commencement\n\nThis section applies in relation to a decision, in effect immediately before the commencement, to approve an application made under any of the following provisions of the expired regulation—\nsection 20(3);\nsection 21(2);\nsection 38(2).\nIf the decision is to approve an application made under the expired regulation, section 20(3), the decision is taken, on the commencement, to have been made under section 129(1).\nIf the decision is to approve an application made under the expired regulation, section 21(2)—\nthe expired regulation, section 21(5) continues to apply in relation to the decision; and\na class HC learner licence granted after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 21(5) in relation to the decision is taken to have been granted under this regulation.\nIf the decision is to approve an application made under the expired regulation, section 38(2)—\nthe expired regulation, section 38(8) continues to apply in relation to the decision; and\na certificate given after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 38(8) in relation to the decision is taken to be a certificate given under section 144(1)(b); and\non the commencement, the decision is taken to have been made under section 143(1).\n(sec.406-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a decision, in effect immediately before the commencement, to approve an application made under any of the following provisions of the expired regulation— section 20(3); section 21(2); section 38(2).\n(sec.406-ssec.2) If the decision is to approve an application made under the expired regulation, section 20(3), the decision is taken, on the commencement, to have been made under section 129(1).\n(sec.406-ssec.3) If the decision is to approve an application made under the expired regulation, section 21(2)— the expired regulation, section 21(5) continues to apply in relation to the decision; and a class HC learner licence granted after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 21(5) in relation to the decision is taken to have been granted under this regulation.\n(sec.406-ssec.4) If the decision is to approve an application made under the expired regulation, section 38(2)— the expired regulation, section 38(8) continues to apply in relation to the decision; and a certificate given after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 38(8) in relation to the decision is taken to be a certificate given under section 144(1)(b); and on the commencement, the decision is taken to have been made under section 143(1).\n- (a) section 20(3);\n- (b) section 21(2);\n- (c) section 38(2).\n- (a) the expired regulation, section 21(5) continues to apply in relation to the decision; and\n- (b) a class HC learner licence granted after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 21(5) in relation to the decision is taken to have been granted under this regulation.\n- (a) the expired regulation, section 38(8) continues to apply in relation to the decision; and\n- (b) a certificate given after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 38(8) in relation to the decision is taken to be a certificate given under section 144(1)(b); and\n- (c) on the commencement, the decision is taken to have been made under section 143(1).","sortOrder":512},{"sectionNumber":"sec.407","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications claiming special need","content":"### sec.407 Existing applications claiming special need\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person made an application under any of the following provisions of the expired regulation—\nsection 20(3);\nsection 21(2);\nsection 38(2); and\nimmediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nA decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(i) is taken to have been made under section 129(1).\nA class HC learner licence granted after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 21(5) in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(ii) is taken to be a class HC learner licence granted under this regulation.\nA decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(iii) is taken to have been made under section 143(1).\nA certificate given after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 38(8) in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(iii) is taken to be a certificate given under section 144(1)(b).\n(sec.407-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, a person made an application under any of the following provisions of the expired regulation— section 20(3); section 21(2); section 38(2); and immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n(sec.407-ssec.2) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.407-ssec.3) A decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(i) is taken to have been made under section 129(1).\n(sec.407-ssec.4) A class HC learner licence granted after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 21(5) in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(ii) is taken to be a class HC learner licence granted under this regulation.\n(sec.407-ssec.5) A decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(iii) is taken to have been made under section 143(1).\n(sec.407-ssec.6) A certificate given after the commencement under the expired regulation, section 38(8) in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a)(iii) is taken to be a certificate given under section 144(1)(b).\n- (a) before the commencement, a person made an application under any of the following provisions of the expired regulation— (i) section 20(3); (ii) section 21(2); (iii) section 38(2); and\n- (i) section 20(3);\n- (ii) section 21(2);\n- (iii) section 38(2); and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n- (i) section 20(3);\n- (ii) section 21(2);\n- (iii) section 38(2); and","sortOrder":513},{"sectionNumber":"sec.408","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing certificates under expired regulation, s 38","content":"### sec.408 Existing certificates under expired regulation, s 38\n\nA certificate given under the expired regulation, section 38(8) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken, on the commencement, to be a certificate given under section 144(1)(b).","sortOrder":514},{"sectionNumber":"sec.409","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular decisions made under expired regulation, pt 4 before commencement","content":"### sec.409 Particular decisions made under expired regulation, pt 4 before commencement\n\nThis section applies in relation to the following decisions in effect immediately before the commencement—\na decision to approve a completed logbook under the expired regulation, section 32;\na decision to grant an application, in whole or in part, under the expired regulation, section 33;\na decision to grant an application under the expired regulation, section 34.\nOn the commencement, the decision is taken to have been made under—\nfor a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(a)—section 70(1); or\nfor a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(b)—section 77(1)(a); or\nfor a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(c)—section 82(1).\n(sec.409-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to the following decisions in effect immediately before the commencement— a decision to approve a completed logbook under the expired regulation, section 32; a decision to grant an application, in whole or in part, under the expired regulation, section 33; a decision to grant an application under the expired regulation, section 34.\n(sec.409-ssec.2) On the commencement, the decision is taken to have been made under— for a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(a)—section 70(1); or for a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(b)—section 77(1)(a); or for a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(c)—section 82(1).\n- (a) a decision to approve a completed logbook under the expired regulation, section 32;\n- (b) a decision to grant an application, in whole or in part, under the expired regulation, section 33;\n- (c) a decision to grant an application under the expired regulation, section 34.\n- (a) for a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(a)—section 70(1); or\n- (b) for a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(b)—section 77(1)(a); or\n- (c) for a decision mentioned in subsection (1)(c)—section 82(1).","sortOrder":515},{"sectionNumber":"sec.410","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications under expired regulation, pt 4","content":"### sec.410 Existing applications under expired regulation, pt 4\n\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the following applications made, but not decided, before the commencement as if the expired regulation had not expired—\nan application for approval of a completed logbook under the expired regulation, section 32(1);\nan application for credit under the expired regulation, section 33(2) or (4);\nan application for an exemption from the logbook requirements under the expired regulation, section 34(1) or (2).\nA decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a) is taken to have been made under section 70(1).\nA decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(b) is taken to have been made under section 77(1)(a).\nA decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to grant an application mentioned in subsection (1)(c) is taken to have been made under section 82(1).\n(sec.410-ssec.1) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the following applications made, but not decided, before the commencement as if the expired regulation had not expired— an application for approval of a completed logbook under the expired regulation, section 32(1); an application for credit under the expired regulation, section 33(2) or (4); an application for an exemption from the logbook requirements under the expired regulation, section 34(1) or (2).\n(sec.410-ssec.2) A decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(a) is taken to have been made under section 70(1).\n(sec.410-ssec.3) A decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to approve an application mentioned in subsection (1)(b) is taken to have been made under section 77(1)(a).\n(sec.410-ssec.4) A decision made under the expired regulation after the commencement to grant an application mentioned in subsection (1)(c) is taken to have been made under section 82(1).\n- (a) an application for approval of a completed logbook under the expired regulation, section 32(1);\n- (b) an application for credit under the expired regulation, section 33(2) or (4);\n- (c) an application for an exemption from the logbook requirements under the expired regulation, section 34(1) or (2).","sortOrder":516},{"sectionNumber":"sec.411","sectionType":"section","heading":"No fee payable for particular Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.411 No fee payable for particular Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement—\nthe holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; or\nthe holder of a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\nthe holder of a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\nthe holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for the grant of a learner licence (also the new licence ) of a different class to the current licence; or\nthe holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applied under the expired regulation to renew the current licence; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\nIf the chief executive decides under the expired regulation to grant the new licence or renew the learner licence, no fee is payable under the expired regulation in relation to the grant or renewal.\n(sec.411-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement— the holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; or the holder of a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or the holder of a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for the grant of a learner licence (also the new licence ) of a different class to the current licence; or the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applied under the expired regulation to renew the current licence; and immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n(sec.411-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides under the expired regulation to grant the new licence or renew the learner licence, no fee is payable under the expired regulation in relation to the grant or renewal.\n- (a) before the commencement— (i) the holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; or (ii) the holder of a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or (iii) the holder of a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or (iv) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for the grant of a learner licence (also the new licence ) of a different class to the current licence; or (v) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applied under the expired regulation to renew the current licence; and\n- (i) the holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; or\n- (ii) the holder of a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\n- (iii) the holder of a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\n- (iv) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for the grant of a learner licence (also the new licence ) of a different class to the current licence; or\n- (v) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applied under the expired regulation to renew the current licence; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n- (i) the holder of a provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for another Queensland driver licence (the new licence ) of the same category and type, but of a higher or lower class, than the current licence; or\n- (ii) the holder of a class C, or heavy vehicle class, provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class RE or class R Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\n- (iii) the holder of a class RE or class R provisional licence, probationary licence or open licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, Queensland driver licence (also the new licence ) of the same category and type as the current licence; or\n- (iv) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation for the grant of a learner licence (also the new licence ) of a different class to the current licence; or\n- (v) the holder of a Queensland driver licence (also the current licence ) applied under the expired regulation to renew a learner licence at the same time as the holder applied under the expired regulation to renew the current licence; and","sortOrder":517},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.2-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Obligations to pass hazard perception tests","content":"## Obligations to pass hazard perception tests","sortOrder":518},{"sectionNumber":"sec.412","sectionType":"section","heading":"Timing of hazard perception tests for class C and class RE learner licence holders","content":"### sec.412 Timing of hazard perception tests for class C and class RE learner licence holders\n\nSubsection (2) applies to a person if—\nimmediately before 29 March 2021, the person held a class C learner licence; and\nbefore 29 March 2021, the person completed a practical driving test; and\nbetween 29 March 2021 and the day before the commencement, both days inclusive, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class C licence; and\nafter the commencement, the person applies for a relevant class C licence; and\nunder section 53(2)(a), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle in relation to the application.\nDespite section 53(3)(b), the person must take the hazard perception test before the person applies for the relevant class C licence.\nSubsection (4) applies to a person if—\nimmediately before 29 March 2021, the person held a class RE learner licence; and\nbefore 29 March 2021, the person obtained a competency declaration, or passed a practical driving test, for a class RE or class R motorbike; and\nbetween 29 March 2021 and the day before the commencement, both days inclusive, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class RE or class R licence; and\nafter the commencement, the person applies for a relevant class RE or class R licence; and\nunder section 115(2)(a), 155(1)(a) or 165(1)(a), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike in relation to the application.\nDespite sections 115(3), 155(2) and 165(2), the person must take the hazard perception test before the person applies for the relevant class RE or class R licence.\nIn this section—\nrelevant class C licence means—\na class C P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\na class C P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\na class C open licence.\nrelevant class RE or class R licence means—\na class RE or class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\na class RE or class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\na class RE or class R open licence.\n(sec.412-ssec.1) Subsection (2) applies to a person if— immediately before 29 March 2021, the person held a class C learner licence; and before 29 March 2021, the person completed a practical driving test; and between 29 March 2021 and the day before the commencement, both days inclusive, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class C licence; and after the commencement, the person applies for a relevant class C licence; and under section 53(2)(a), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle in relation to the application.\n(sec.412-ssec.2) Despite section 53(3)(b), the person must take the hazard perception test before the person applies for the relevant class C licence.\n(sec.412-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies to a person if— immediately before 29 March 2021, the person held a class RE learner licence; and before 29 March 2021, the person obtained a competency declaration, or passed a practical driving test, for a class RE or class R motorbike; and between 29 March 2021 and the day before the commencement, both days inclusive, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class RE or class R licence; and after the commencement, the person applies for a relevant class RE or class R licence; and under section 115(2)(a), 155(1)(a) or 165(1)(a), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike in relation to the application.\n(sec.412-ssec.4) Despite sections 115(3), 155(2) and 165(2), the person must take the hazard perception test before the person applies for the relevant class RE or class R licence.\n(sec.412-ssec.5) In this section— relevant class C licence means— a class C P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or a class C P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or a class C open licence. relevant class RE or class R licence means— a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or a class RE or class R open licence.\n- (a) immediately before 29 March 2021, the person held a class C learner licence; and\n- (b) before 29 March 2021, the person completed a practical driving test; and\n- (c) between 29 March 2021 and the day before the commencement, both days inclusive, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class C licence; and\n- (d) after the commencement, the person applies for a relevant class C licence; and\n- (e) under section 53(2)(a), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle in relation to the application.\n- (a) immediately before 29 March 2021, the person held a class RE learner licence; and\n- (b) before 29 March 2021, the person obtained a competency declaration, or passed a practical driving test, for a class RE or class R motorbike; and\n- (c) between 29 March 2021 and the day before the commencement, both days inclusive, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class RE or class R licence; and\n- (d) after the commencement, the person applies for a relevant class RE or class R licence; and\n- (e) under section 115(2)(a), 155(1)(a) or 165(1)(a), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a motorbike in relation to the application.\n- (a) a class C P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\n- (b) a class C P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\n- (c) a class C open licence.\n- (a) a class RE or class R P1 provisional licence or P1 probationary licence; or\n- (b) a class RE or class R P2 provisional licence or P2 probationary licence; or\n- (c) a class RE or class R open licence.","sortOrder":519},{"sectionNumber":"sec.413","sectionType":"section","heading":"Continuing obligation for hazard perception tests for particular persons","content":"### sec.413 Continuing obligation for hazard perception tests for particular persons\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person if—\nthe person holds a class C P1 type licence; and\nbefore the commencement, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class C licence; and\n1 of the following applies to the person—\nthe person—\nheld a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and\nhas not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021;\nthe person—\nheld a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and\nhas not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid;\neach of the following applies to the person—\non or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence;\nbefore the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence;\nthe person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\nSection 26(1)(c) applies in relation to the person’s eligibility for a relevant class C licence as if a reference in that section to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 5 were a reference to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 5 and subsection (3).\nFor section 26(1)(c), as modified by subsection (2), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle.\nIn this section—\nrelevant class C licence means—\na class C P2 provisional licence; or\na class C P2 probationary licence; or\na class C open licence.\nrelevant driver licence means—\na relevant class C licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a relevant class C licence; or\na non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 type licence.\n(sec.413-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person if— the person holds a class C P1 type licence; and before the commencement, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class C licence; and 1 of the following applies to the person— the person— held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021; the person— held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid; each of the following applies to the person— on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence; before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence; the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n(sec.413-ssec.2) Section 26(1)(c) applies in relation to the person’s eligibility for a relevant class C licence as if a reference in that section to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 5 were a reference to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 5 and subsection (3).\n(sec.413-ssec.3) For section 26(1)(c), as modified by subsection (2), the person must pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle.\n(sec.413-ssec.4) In this section— relevant class C licence means— a class C P2 provisional licence; or a class C P2 probationary licence; or a class C open licence. relevant driver licence means— a relevant class C licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a relevant class C licence; or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 type licence.\n- (a) the person holds a class C P1 type licence; and\n- (b) before the commencement, the person had not applied under the expired regulation for a relevant class C licence; and\n- (c) 1 of the following applies to the person— (i) the person— (A) held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and (B) has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021; (ii) the person— (A) held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and (B) has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid; (iii) each of the following applies to the person— (A) on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence; (B) before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence; (C) the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n- (i) the person— (A) held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and (B) has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021;\n- (A) held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and\n- (B) has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021;\n- (ii) the person— (A) held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and (B) has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid;\n- (A) held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and\n- (B) has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid;\n- (iii) each of the following applies to the person— (A) on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence; (B) before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence; (C) the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n- (A) on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence;\n- (B) before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence;\n- (C) the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n- (i) the person— (A) held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and (B) has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021;\n- (A) held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and\n- (B) has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021;\n- (ii) the person— (A) held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and (B) has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid;\n- (A) held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and\n- (B) has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid;\n- (iii) each of the following applies to the person— (A) on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence; (B) before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence; (C) the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n- (A) on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence;\n- (B) before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence;\n- (C) the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n- (A) held a class C P1 type licence immediately before 29 March 2021; and\n- (B) has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021;\n- (A) held a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021; and\n- (B) has not held a relevant driver licence since the class C P1 type licence stopped being valid;\n- (A) on or after 29 March 2021, the person was granted a class C P1 type licence;\n- (B) before the grant of the class C P1 type licence, the last valid driver licence held by the person was a class C P1 type licence that stopped being valid before 29 March 2021 and more than 5 years before the person applied for the class C P1 type licence;\n- (C) the person has not held a relevant driver licence on or after 29 March 2021.\n- (a) a class C P2 provisional licence; or\n- (b) a class C P2 probationary licence; or\n- (c) a class C open licence.\n- (a) a relevant class C licence or a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a relevant class C licence; or\n- (b) a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 type licence.","sortOrder":520},{"sectionNumber":"sec.414","sectionType":"section","heading":"Fees for particular hazard perception tests","content":"### sec.414 Fees for particular hazard perception tests\n\nThis section applies if a person is required to pass a hazard perception test under—\nthe expired regulation, section 183(2) or (4); or\nthe expired regulation, section 10E as applied by the expired regulation, section 184(2); or\nthis division.\nThe fee stated in schedule 7, item 3 is payable for the hazard perception test.\n(sec.414-ssec.1) This section applies if a person is required to pass a hazard perception test under— the expired regulation, section 183(2) or (4); or the expired regulation, section 10E as applied by the expired regulation, section 184(2); or this division.\n(sec.414-ssec.2) The fee stated in schedule 7, item 3 is payable for the hazard perception test.\n- (a) the expired regulation, section 183(2) or (4); or\n- (b) the expired regulation, section 10E as applied by the expired regulation, section 184(2); or\n- (c) this division.","sortOrder":521},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.2-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Recording of P2 time credit and changes to eligibility requirements for particular Queensland driver licences","content":"## Recording of P2 time credit and changes to eligibility requirements for particular Queensland driver licences","sortOrder":522},{"sectionNumber":"sec.415","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of subdivision","content":"### sec.415 Application of subdivision\n\nThis subdivision applies in relation to a person who holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence if, before the commencement, the chief executive recorded the person’s P2 time credit under the expired regulation, section 16A ( existing P2 time credit ).\nIn this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence.\n(sec.415-ssec.1) This subdivision applies in relation to a person who holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence if, before the commencement, the chief executive recorded the person’s P2 time credit under the expired regulation, section 16A ( existing P2 time credit ).\n(sec.415-ssec.2) In this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence.","sortOrder":523},{"sectionNumber":"sec.416","sectionType":"section","heading":"Modification of particular experience requirements for persons who have existing P2 time credit","content":"### sec.416 Modification of particular experience requirements for persons who have existing P2 time credit\n\nIn determining whether the person is eligible for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence under section 26, sections 46 and 47 apply in relation to the person with the modifications set out in this section.\nThe total period the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence under section 46(1)(b) is reduced by the person’s existing P2 time credit.\nThe person was granted a class C P2 provisional licence when the person was 25 years. The person has 3 months of existing P2 time credit recorded. To satisfy section 46(1)(b), the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence for a total period of at least 9 months under section 46(1)(b)(ii).\nThe period mentioned in section 47(3)(a) is reduced by the person’s existing P2 time credit.\nIn this section—\nexisting P2 time credit see section 415(1).\n(sec.416-ssec.1) In determining whether the person is eligible for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence under section 26, sections 46 and 47 apply in relation to the person with the modifications set out in this section.\n(sec.416-ssec.2) The total period the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence under section 46(1)(b) is reduced by the person’s existing P2 time credit. The person was granted a class C P2 provisional licence when the person was 25 years. The person has 3 months of existing P2 time credit recorded. To satisfy section 46(1)(b), the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence for a total period of at least 9 months under section 46(1)(b)(ii).\n(sec.416-ssec.3) The period mentioned in section 47(3)(a) is reduced by the person’s existing P2 time credit.\n(sec.416-ssec.4) In this section— existing P2 time credit see section 415(1).","sortOrder":524},{"sectionNumber":"sec.417","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of subdivision","content":"### sec.417 Application of subdivision\n\nThis subdivision applies in relation to a person who, after the commencement, passes a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle to be eligible for a class C P2 provisional licence, P2 probationary licence or open licence under section 413.","sortOrder":525},{"sectionNumber":"sec.418","sectionType":"section","heading":"Recording of P2 time credit","content":"### sec.418 Recording of P2 time credit\n\nThis section applies if the person has held, within the last 5 years, a class C P1 type licence for a period of more than 1 year.\nThe chief executive must record for the person the part of the period that is in excess of 1 year.\nIf the person has held, within the last 5 years, a class C P1 type licence for 18 months, the chief executive must record 6 months for the person.\nThe part of the period recorded under subsection (2) for the person is the person’s P2 time credit .\nIn this section, a reference to a class C P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 type licence.\n(sec.418-ssec.1) This section applies if the person has held, within the last 5 years, a class C P1 type licence for a period of more than 1 year.\n(sec.418-ssec.2) The chief executive must record for the person the part of the period that is in excess of 1 year. If the person has held, within the last 5 years, a class C P1 type licence for 18 months, the chief executive must record 6 months for the person.\n(sec.418-ssec.3) The part of the period recorded under subsection (2) for the person is the person’s P2 time credit .\n(sec.418-ssec.4) In this section, a reference to a class C P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C P1 type licence.","sortOrder":526},{"sectionNumber":"sec.419","sectionType":"section","heading":"Modification of particular experience requirements for persons who have P2 time credit","content":"### sec.419 Modification of particular experience requirements for persons who have P2 time credit\n\nIn determining whether the person is eligible for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence under section 26, sections 46 and 47 apply in relation to the person with the modifications set out in this section.\nThe total period the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence under section 46(1)(b) is reduced by the person’s P2 time credit.\nThe person was granted a class C P2 provisional licence when the person was 25 years. The person has 3 months of P2 time credit recorded. To satisfy section 46(1)(b), the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence for a total period of at least 9 months under section 46(1)(b)(ii).\nThe period mentioned in section 47(3)(a) is reduced by the person’s P2 time credit.\nIn this section—\nP2 time credit see section 418(3).\n(sec.419-ssec.1) In determining whether the person is eligible for a class C, or heavy vehicle class, open licence under section 26, sections 46 and 47 apply in relation to the person with the modifications set out in this section.\n(sec.419-ssec.2) The total period the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence under section 46(1)(b) is reduced by the person’s P2 time credit. The person was granted a class C P2 provisional licence when the person was 25 years. The person has 3 months of P2 time credit recorded. To satisfy section 46(1)(b), the person must have held a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P2 type licence for a total period of at least 9 months under section 46(1)(b)(ii).\n(sec.419-ssec.3) The period mentioned in section 47(3)(a) is reduced by the person’s P2 time credit.\n(sec.419-ssec.4) In this section— P2 time credit see section 418(3).","sortOrder":527},{"sectionNumber":"sec.420","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for persons who hold P1 type licences and have P2 time credit","content":"### sec.420 Alternative experience requirements for persons who hold P1 type licences and have P2 time credit\n\nThis section applies if the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence.\nSection 26(1)(b) applies in relation to the person’s eligibility for an open licence of the same class as the P1 type licence as if a reference in that section to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 were a reference to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 or subsection (3).\nFor section 26(1)(b), as modified by subsection (2), the person satisfies the experience requirements for the open licence if the person’s P2 time credit is at least—\nif the person is under 26 years and was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years—2 years; or\notherwise—1 year.\nIn this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence.\nIn this section—\nP2 time credit see section 418(3).\n(sec.420-ssec.1) This section applies if the person holds a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence.\n(sec.420-ssec.2) Section 26(1)(b) applies in relation to the person’s eligibility for an open licence of the same class as the P1 type licence as if a reference in that section to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 were a reference to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 or subsection (3).\n(sec.420-ssec.3) For section 26(1)(b), as modified by subsection (2), the person satisfies the experience requirements for the open licence if the person’s P2 time credit is at least— if the person is under 26 years and was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years—2 years; or otherwise—1 year.\n(sec.420-ssec.4) In this section, a reference to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence includes a non-Queensland driver licence that corresponds to a class C, or heavy vehicle class, P1 type licence.\n(sec.420-ssec.5) In this section— P2 time credit see section 418(3).\n- (a) if the person is under 26 years and was first granted a class C P1 type licence when the person was under 23 years—2 years; or\n- (b) otherwise—1 year.","sortOrder":528},{"sectionNumber":"sec.421","sectionType":"section","heading":"Alternative experience requirements for persons who hold class C P1 probationary licences","content":"### sec.421 Alternative experience requirements for persons who hold class C P1 probationary licences\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who—\nholds a class C P1 probationary licence; and\nhas held a class C P1 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\nis required to pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle to be eligible for a class C P2 provisional licence, P2 probationary licence or open licence under section 413; and\nhas not passed the hazard perception test.\nSection 26(1)(b) applies in relation to the person’s eligibility for a class C P1 provisional licence as if a reference in that section to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 were a reference to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 or subsection (3).\nFor section 26(1)(b), as modified by subsection (2), the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P1 provisional licence if the person has held, since the person’s period of disqualification ended and within the last 5 years, a P1 probationary licence for a period of at least 1 year.\nSubsection (5) applies if the person is eligible under section 26, as modified by subsection (2), for a class C P1 provisional licence because the person satisfies the experience requirements for the licence under subsection (3).\nSection 197(2) to (5) applies in relation to the person as if—\na reference in the section to a current licence were a reference to the person’s class C P1 probationary licence; and\na reference in section 197(2) or (5) to a new licence were a reference to the class C P1 provisional licence.\n(sec.421-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who— holds a class C P1 probationary licence; and has held a class C P1 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and is required to pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle to be eligible for a class C P2 provisional licence, P2 probationary licence or open licence under section 413; and has not passed the hazard perception test.\n(sec.421-ssec.2) Section 26(1)(b) applies in relation to the person’s eligibility for a class C P1 provisional licence as if a reference in that section to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 were a reference to chapter 3, part 2, division 3, subdivision 2, 3 or 4 or subsection (3).\n(sec.421-ssec.3) For section 26(1)(b), as modified by subsection (2), the person satisfies the experience requirements for a class C P1 provisional licence if the person has held, since the person’s period of disqualification ended and within the last 5 years, a P1 probationary licence for a period of at least 1 year.\n(sec.421-ssec.4) Subsection (5) applies if the person is eligible under section 26, as modified by subsection (2), for a class C P1 provisional licence because the person satisfies the experience requirements for the licence under subsection (3).\n(sec.421-ssec.5) Section 197(2) to (5) applies in relation to the person as if— a reference in the section to a current licence were a reference to the person’s class C P1 probationary licence; and a reference in section 197(2) or (5) to a new licence were a reference to the class C P1 provisional licence.\n- (a) holds a class C P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) has held a class C P1 type licence that was cancelled because the person was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver licence; and\n- (c) is required to pass a hazard perception test for a class C motor vehicle to be eligible for a class C P2 provisional licence, P2 probationary licence or open licence under section 413; and\n- (d) has not passed the hazard perception test.\n- (a) a reference in the section to a current licence were a reference to the person’s class C P1 probationary licence; and\n- (b) a reference in section 197(2) or (5) to a new licence were a reference to the class C P1 provisional licence.","sortOrder":529},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Provisions relating to young drivers","content":"# Provisions relating to young drivers","sortOrder":530},{"sectionNumber":"sec.422","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing certificates of exemption","content":"### sec.422 Existing certificates of exemption\n\nOn the commencement—\na certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation, section 71(9) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken to have been given under section 236(1); and\na certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation, section 71A(5) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken to have been given under section 239(1); and\na certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation, section 73(6) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken to have been given under section 246(1).\n- (a) a certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation, section 71(9) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken to have been given under section 236(1); and\n- (b) a certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation, section 71A(5) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken to have been given under section 239(1); and\n- (c) a certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation, section 73(6) that is in effect immediately before the commencement is taken to have been given under section 246(1).","sortOrder":531},{"sectionNumber":"sec.423","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications for certificates of exemption","content":"### sec.423 Existing applications for certificates of exemption\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person applied for a certificate of exemption under the expired regulation, section 71(1), 71A(1) or 73(1); and\nimmediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nA certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation after the commencement for the application is taken to have been given under—\nfor an application under the expired regulation, section 71(1)—section 236(1); or\nfor an application under the expired regulation, section 71A(1)—section 239(1); or\nfor an application under the expired regulation, section 73(1)—section 246(1).\n(sec.423-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, a person applied for a certificate of exemption under the expired regulation, section 71(1), 71A(1) or 73(1); and immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n(sec.423-ssec.2) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.423-ssec.3) A certificate of exemption granted under the expired regulation after the commencement for the application is taken to have been given under— for an application under the expired regulation, section 71(1)—section 236(1); or for an application under the expired regulation, section 71A(1)—section 239(1); or for an application under the expired regulation, section 73(1)—section 246(1).\n- (a) before the commencement, a person applied for a certificate of exemption under the expired regulation, section 71(1), 71A(1) or 73(1); and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided.\n- (a) for an application under the expired regulation, section 71(1)—section 236(1); or\n- (b) for an application under the expired regulation, section 71A(1)—section 239(1); or\n- (c) for an application under the expired regulation, section 73(1)—section 246(1).","sortOrder":532},{"sectionNumber":"sec.424","sectionType":"section","heading":"Late night driving—application of ch 6, pt 3, div 4","content":"### sec.424 Late night driving—application of ch 6, pt 3, div 4\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe expired regulation, section 72 applies to a person; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the period of 1 year applying for the person under the expired regulation, section 72(3) had not ended.\nChapter 6, part 3, division 4 applies in relation to the person—\nas if a reference in the chapter to the person’s restricted driving period were a reference to the period of 1 year applying for the person under the expired regulation, section 72(3); and\nwith any other necessary changes.\n(sec.424-ssec.1) This section applies if— the expired regulation, section 72 applies to a person; and immediately before the commencement, the period of 1 year applying for the person under the expired regulation, section 72(3) had not ended.\n(sec.424-ssec.2) Chapter 6, part 3, division 4 applies in relation to the person— as if a reference in the chapter to the person’s restricted driving period were a reference to the period of 1 year applying for the person under the expired regulation, section 72(3); and with any other necessary changes.\n- (a) the expired regulation, section 72 applies to a person; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the period of 1 year applying for the person under the expired regulation, section 72(3) had not ended.\n- (a) as if a reference in the chapter to the person’s restricted driving period were a reference to the period of 1 year applying for the person under the expired regulation, section 72(3); and\n- (b) with any other necessary changes.","sortOrder":533},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Provisions relating to demerit points and suspensions","content":"# Provisions relating to demerit points and suspensions","sortOrder":534},{"sectionNumber":"sec.425","sectionType":"section","heading":"Demerit points recorded before commencement","content":"### sec.425 Demerit points recorded before commencement\n\nOn the commencement, demerit points recorded on a person’s traffic history under the expired regulation before the commencement are taken to have been recorded on the person’s traffic history under chapter 7, part 2.","sortOrder":535},{"sectionNumber":"sec.426","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons given notices to choose before commencement","content":"### sec.426 Persons given notices to choose before commencement\n\nSubsection (2) applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and\nimmediately before the commencement—\nthe person had not notified the chief executive of the person’s choice; and\nthe time stated in the notice for making a choice had not ended.\nThe expired regulation, section 79(5), (6), (7) and (9) continues to apply in relation to the person as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nSubsection (4) applies if—\nbefore the commencement—\na person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and\nthe person notified the chief executive that the person chose for the expired regulation, section 79(3)(b) to apply; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the period of 1 year starting on the sanction day, as mentioned in the expired regulation, section 79(6)(b), had not ended for the person.\nThe expired regulation, section 79(6), (7) and (9) continues to apply in relation to the person as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nA person who was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3) before the commencement and who has a suspended licence is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if the act or omission that resulted in the relevant charge for the suspended licence happened, or is alleged to have happened, in a circumstance mentioned in the expired regulation, section 91(2)(b)(v) or (vi).\nIn this section—\nrelevant charge , for a person’s suspended licence, see section 291.\nsuspended licence , of a person, see section 291.\n(sec.426-ssec.1) Subsection (2) applies if— before the commencement, a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and immediately before the commencement— the person had not notified the chief executive of the person’s choice; and the time stated in the notice for making a choice had not ended.\n(sec.426-ssec.2) The expired regulation, section 79(5), (6), (7) and (9) continues to apply in relation to the person as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.426-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies if— before the commencement— a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and the person notified the chief executive that the person chose for the expired regulation, section 79(3)(b) to apply; and immediately before the commencement, the period of 1 year starting on the sanction day, as mentioned in the expired regulation, section 79(6)(b), had not ended for the person.\n(sec.426-ssec.4) The expired regulation, section 79(6), (7) and (9) continues to apply in relation to the person as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.426-ssec.5) A person who was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3) before the commencement and who has a suspended licence is not eligible to apply for a section 79E order if the act or omission that resulted in the relevant charge for the suspended licence happened, or is alleged to have happened, in a circumstance mentioned in the expired regulation, section 91(2)(b)(v) or (vi).\n(sec.426-ssec.6) In this section— relevant charge , for a person’s suspended licence, see section 291. suspended licence , of a person, see section 291.\n- (a) before the commencement, a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement— (i) the person had not notified the chief executive of the person’s choice; and (ii) the time stated in the notice for making a choice had not ended.\n- (i) the person had not notified the chief executive of the person’s choice; and\n- (ii) the time stated in the notice for making a choice had not ended.\n- (i) the person had not notified the chief executive of the person’s choice; and\n- (ii) the time stated in the notice for making a choice had not ended.\n- (a) before the commencement— (i) a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and (ii) the person notified the chief executive that the person chose for the expired regulation, section 79(3)(b) to apply; and\n- (i) a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and\n- (ii) the person notified the chief executive that the person chose for the expired regulation, section 79(3)(b) to apply; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the period of 1 year starting on the sanction day, as mentioned in the expired regulation, section 79(6)(b), had not ended for the person.\n- (i) a person was given a notice to choose under the expired regulation, section 79(3); and\n- (ii) the person notified the chief executive that the person chose for the expired regulation, section 79(3)(b) to apply; and","sortOrder":536},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.5","sectionType":"part","heading":"Provisions relating to section 79E orders and special hardship orders","content":"# Provisions relating to section 79E orders and special hardship orders","sortOrder":537},{"sectionNumber":"sec.427","sectionType":"section","heading":"Section 79E orders and section 79E variation orders","content":"### sec.427 Section 79E orders and section 79E variation orders\n\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to an application for a section 79E order, or a section 79E variation order, made but not decided before the commencement.\nA section 79E variation order made in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1), or in effect immediately before the commencement, is taken to have been made under chapter 9, part 4.\n(sec.427-ssec.1) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to an application for a section 79E order, or a section 79E variation order, made but not decided before the commencement.\n(sec.427-ssec.2) A section 79E variation order made in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1), or in effect immediately before the commencement, is taken to have been made under chapter 9, part 4.","sortOrder":538},{"sectionNumber":"sec.428","sectionType":"section","heading":"Special hardship orders and special hardship variation orders","content":"### sec.428 Special hardship orders and special hardship variation orders\n\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to an application for a special hardship order, or special hardship variation order, made but not decided before the commencement.\nA special hardship order, or special hardship variation order, made in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1), or in effect immediately before the commencement, is taken to have been made under chapter 10.\nSubsection (4) applies in relation to a person who, at any time after the commencement, has an open licence or provisional licence that is suspended under the expired regulation, section 79(9) or 86(1).\nChapter 10 applies in relation to the person—\nas if a reference in the chapter to the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence were a reference to the licence mentioned in subsection (3); and\nas if a reference in the chapter to a relevant provision includes a reference to the expired regulation, section 79(9) or 86(1); and\nwith any other necessary changes.\n(sec.428-ssec.1) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to an application for a special hardship order, or special hardship variation order, made but not decided before the commencement.\n(sec.428-ssec.2) A special hardship order, or special hardship variation order, made in relation to an application mentioned in subsection (1), or in effect immediately before the commencement, is taken to have been made under chapter 10.\n(sec.428-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies in relation to a person who, at any time after the commencement, has an open licence or provisional licence that is suspended under the expired regulation, section 79(9) or 86(1).\n(sec.428-ssec.4) Chapter 10 applies in relation to the person— as if a reference in the chapter to the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence were a reference to the licence mentioned in subsection (3); and as if a reference in the chapter to a relevant provision includes a reference to the expired regulation, section 79(9) or 86(1); and with any other necessary changes.\n- (a) as if a reference in the chapter to the person’s suspended open licence or provisional licence were a reference to the licence mentioned in subsection (3); and\n- (b) as if a reference in the chapter to a relevant provision includes a reference to the expired regulation, section 79(9) or 86(1); and\n- (c) with any other necessary changes.","sortOrder":539},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.6","sectionType":"part","heading":"Provisions relating to alcohol ignition interlocks","content":"# Provisions relating to alcohol ignition interlocks","sortOrder":540},{"sectionNumber":"sec.429","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing interlock approvals","content":"### sec.429 Existing interlock approvals\n\nThis section applies in relation to a notice for an interlock approval given before the commencement under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Accreditation and Other Provisions) Regulation 2015 , section 115.\nA reference in the notice to an approved interlock described in the expired regulation, section 63B is taken to be a reference to the following interlocks—\nDraeger Interlock XT (also known as Dräger Interlock XT);\nGuardian 2030.\n(sec.429-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a notice for an interlock approval given before the commencement under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Accreditation and Other Provisions) Regulation 2015 , section 115.\n(sec.429-ssec.2) A reference in the notice to an approved interlock described in the expired regulation, section 63B is taken to be a reference to the following interlocks— Draeger Interlock XT (also known as Dräger Interlock XT); Guardian 2030.\n- (a) Draeger Interlock XT (also known as Dräger Interlock XT);\n- (b) Guardian 2030.","sortOrder":541},{"sectionNumber":"sec.430","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of particular provisions in relation to interlock driver records","content":"### sec.430 Application of particular provisions in relation to interlock driver records\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person who is required to keep an interlock driver record under the expired regulation, section 63C(b) if—\nbefore the commencement, the person’s overlap period had ended; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the person’s record period had not ended.\nSections 338 and 339 apply in relation to the person as if the person were a person who is required to keep an interlock driver record under section 335(b).\n(sec.430-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person who is required to keep an interlock driver record under the expired regulation, section 63C(b) if— before the commencement, the person’s overlap period had ended; and immediately before the commencement, the person’s record period had not ended.\n(sec.430-ssec.2) Sections 338 and 339 apply in relation to the person as if the person were a person who is required to keep an interlock driver record under section 335(b).\n- (a) before the commencement, the person’s overlap period had ended; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the person’s record period had not ended.","sortOrder":542},{"sectionNumber":"sec.431","sectionType":"section","heading":"Approved interlocks for interlock periods starting before 10 September 2021","content":"### sec.431 Approved interlocks for interlock periods starting before 10 September 2021\n\nThis section applies in relation to a person’s interlock period that started, but had not ended, before 10 September 2021.\nFor section 91I of the Act , definition approved , the following interlocks are approved for the person’s interlock period—\nDraeger Interlock XT (also known as Dräger Interlock XT);\nGuardian 2030.\nSubsection (2) applies—\ndespite section 334; and\nregardless of when the interlock is fitted to the person’s nominated vehicle.\nAlso, the expired regulation, section 185 continues to apply in relation to the person’s interlock period as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.431-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a person’s interlock period that started, but had not ended, before 10 September 2021.\n(sec.431-ssec.2) For section 91I of the Act , definition approved , the following interlocks are approved for the person’s interlock period— Draeger Interlock XT (also known as Dräger Interlock XT); Guardian 2030.\n(sec.431-ssec.3) Subsection (2) applies— despite section 334; and regardless of when the interlock is fitted to the person’s nominated vehicle.\n(sec.431-ssec.4) Also, the expired regulation, section 185 continues to apply in relation to the person’s interlock period as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n- (a) Draeger Interlock XT (also known as Dräger Interlock XT);\n- (b) Guardian 2030.\n- (a) despite section 334; and\n- (b) regardless of when the interlock is fitted to the person’s nominated vehicle.","sortOrder":543},{"sectionNumber":"ch.16-pt.7","sectionType":"part","heading":"Miscellaneous","content":"# Miscellaneous","sortOrder":544},{"sectionNumber":"sec.432","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing show cause notices","content":"### sec.432 Existing show cause notices\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, the chief executive gave a person a show cause notice under the expired regulation, section 125(1); and\nimmediately before the commencement, the chief executive had not decided whether to take an action mentioned in the expired regulation, section 125(4).\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the show cause notice as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nA decision made by the chief executive under the expired regulation after the commencement in relation to the show cause notice is taken to have been made under chapter 13, part 1, division 2.\n(sec.432-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, the chief executive gave a person a show cause notice under the expired regulation, section 125(1); and immediately before the commencement, the chief executive had not decided whether to take an action mentioned in the expired regulation, section 125(4).\n(sec.432-ssec.2) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the show cause notice as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.432-ssec.3) A decision made by the chief executive under the expired regulation after the commencement in relation to the show cause notice is taken to have been made under chapter 13, part 1, division 2.\n- (a) before the commencement, the chief executive gave a person a show cause notice under the expired regulation, section 125(1); and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the chief executive had not decided whether to take an action mentioned in the expired regulation, section 125(4).","sortOrder":545},{"sectionNumber":"sec.433","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications for reconsideration of decisions","content":"### sec.433 Existing applications for reconsideration of decisions\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person applied to the chief executive for reconsideration of a decision under the expired regulation, section 132(2); and\nimmediately before the commencement, the chief executive had not confirmed or set aside the decision under the expired regulation, section 132(4).\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nA decision made by the chief executive under the expired regulation after the commencement in relation to the application is taken to have been made under chapter 14, part 2.\n(sec.433-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, a person applied to the chief executive for reconsideration of a decision under the expired regulation, section 132(2); and immediately before the commencement, the chief executive had not confirmed or set aside the decision under the expired regulation, section 132(4).\n(sec.433-ssec.2) The expired regulation continues to apply in relation to the application as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.433-ssec.3) A decision made by the chief executive under the expired regulation after the commencement in relation to the application is taken to have been made under chapter 14, part 2.\n- (a) before the commencement, a person applied to the chief executive for reconsideration of a decision under the expired regulation, section 132(2); and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the chief executive had not confirmed or set aside the decision under the expired regulation, section 132(4).","sortOrder":546},{"sectionNumber":"sec.434","sectionType":"section","heading":"Reconsideration of particular decisions made under expired regulation","content":"### sec.434 Reconsideration of particular decisions made under expired regulation\n\nThis section applies if—\nimmediately before the commencement, a person could have made an application to the chief executive for reconsideration of a decision under the expired regulation, section 132(2); and\nbefore the commencement, the person had not made the application.\nThis section also applies if, after the commencement, the chief executive makes a decision mentioned in the expired regulation, section 132(1) in relation to a person mentioned in the section.\nThe person may apply to the chief executive for reconsideration of the decision, and the chief executive must reconsider the decision, under the expired regulation, section 132 as if the expired regulation had not expired.\nA decision made by the chief executive under the expired regulation after the commencement in relation to the application is taken to have been made under chapter 14, part 2.\n(sec.434-ssec.1) This section applies if— immediately before the commencement, a person could have made an application to the chief executive for reconsideration of a decision under the expired regulation, section 132(2); and before the commencement, the person had not made the application.\n(sec.434-ssec.2) This section also applies if, after the commencement, the chief executive makes a decision mentioned in the expired regulation, section 132(1) in relation to a person mentioned in the section.\n(sec.434-ssec.3) The person may apply to the chief executive for reconsideration of the decision, and the chief executive must reconsider the decision, under the expired regulation, section 132 as if the expired regulation had not expired.\n(sec.434-ssec.4) A decision made by the chief executive under the expired regulation after the commencement in relation to the application is taken to have been made under chapter 14, part 2.\n- (a) immediately before the commencement, a person could have made an application to the chief executive for reconsideration of a decision under the expired regulation, section 132(2); and\n- (b) before the commencement, the person had not made the application.","sortOrder":547},{"sectionNumber":"sec.435","sectionType":"section","heading":"Application of s 203","content":"### sec.435 Application of s 203\n\nSection 203(2) applies in relation to a person who holds a Queensland driver licence issued before the commencement as if a reference in the section to the person’s full name were a reference to the person’s name.","sortOrder":548},{"sectionNumber":"sec.436","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications under expired regulation, s 161","content":"### sec.436 Existing applications under expired regulation, s 161\n\nThe expired regulation continues to apply in relation to an application made under the expired regulation, section 161(2), but not decided, before the commencement.","sortOrder":549},{"sectionNumber":"sec.437","sectionType":"section","heading":"Acts Interpretation Act 1954, s 20 not limited","content":"### sec.437 Acts Interpretation Act 1954, s 20 not limited\n\nThis chapter does not limit the Acts Interpretation Act 1954 , section 20.","sortOrder":550},{"sectionNumber":"sec.438","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to expired regulation","content":"### sec.438 References to expired regulation\n\nA reference in a document to the expired regulation may, if the context permits, be taken to be a reference to this regulation.","sortOrder":551},{"sectionNumber":"ch.17-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Transitional provision for Transport Legislation (Fee Unit Conversion and Registration Fees) Amendment Regulation 2022","content":"# Transitional provision for Transport Legislation (Fee Unit Conversion and Registration Fees) Amendment Regulation 2022","sortOrder":552},{"sectionNumber":"sec.439","sectionType":"section","heading":"Fees payable for renewals of Queensland driver licences","content":"### sec.439 Fees payable for renewals of Queensland driver licences\n\nThis section applies in relation to a fee payable under schedule 7, item 4(a) or 5(a) that relates to the renewal of a Queensland driver licence for a term that starts on or after the commencement but before 1 July 2022.\nDespite section 390(2), the fee payable under schedule 7, item 4(a) or 5(a) is the fee in force on the commencement.\ns 439 ins 2022 SL No. 56 s 50\n(sec.439-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a fee payable under schedule 7, item 4(a) or 5(a) that relates to the renewal of a Queensland driver licence for a term that starts on or after the commencement but before 1 July 2022.\n(sec.439-ssec.2) Despite section 390(2), the fee payable under schedule 7, item 4(a) or 5(a) is the fee in force on the commencement.","sortOrder":553},{"sectionNumber":"ch.17-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Transitional provision for Transport Legislation (Fees and Other Matters) Amendment Regulation 2022","content":"# Transitional provision for Transport Legislation (Fees and Other Matters) Amendment Regulation 2022","sortOrder":554},{"sectionNumber":"sec.440","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications for particular Queensland driver licences—term and fees","content":"### sec.440 Existing applications for particular Queensland driver licences—term and fees\n\nThis regulation, as amended by the Transport Legislation (Fees and Other Matters) Amendment Regulation 2022 , applies in relation to the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence after the commencement, whether an application for the grant or renewal of the licence was made before or after the commencement.\nSubsection (3) applies if—\nbefore the commencement, the holder of an interstate licence applied for a Queensland driver licence; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided; and\nafter the commencement, the chief executive decides to grant the licence within the fee exemption period.\nDespite subsection (1), no interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\nIn this section—\nfee exemption period means the period starting on the commencement and ending 28 days after the commencement.\ns 440 ins 2022 SL No. 73 s 13\n(sec.440-ssec.1) This regulation, as amended by the Transport Legislation (Fees and Other Matters) Amendment Regulation 2022 , applies in relation to the grant or renewal of a Queensland driver licence after the commencement, whether an application for the grant or renewal of the licence was made before or after the commencement.\n(sec.440-ssec.2) Subsection (3) applies if— before the commencement, the holder of an interstate licence applied for a Queensland driver licence; and immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided; and after the commencement, the chief executive decides to grant the licence within the fee exemption period.\n(sec.440-ssec.3) Despite subsection (1), no interstate licence transfer fee is payable in relation to the grant of the Queensland driver licence.\n(sec.440-ssec.4) In this section— fee exemption period means the period starting on the commencement and ending 28 days after the commencement.\n- (a) before the commencement, the holder of an interstate licence applied for a Queensland driver licence; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided; and\n- (c) after the commencement, the chief executive decides to grant the licence within the fee exemption period.","sortOrder":555},{"sectionNumber":"sch.1-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Classes of motor vehicles other than particular motorbikes","content":"# Classes of motor vehicles other than particular motorbikes","sortOrder":556},{"sectionNumber":"sch.1-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Classes of motorbikes","content":"# Classes of motorbikes","sortOrder":557},{"sectionNumber":"sch.4-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Marine licence indicator codes","content":"# Marine licence indicator codes","sortOrder":558},{"sectionNumber":"sch.4-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Marine licence indicator condition codes","content":"# Marine licence indicator condition codes","sortOrder":559},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"8 demerit point offences","content":"# 8 demerit point offences","sortOrder":560},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Speeding—more than 40km/h over speed limit","content":"### sch.5-sec.1 Speeding—more than 40km/h over speed limit\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 40km/h over the speed limit is 8.","sortOrder":561},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"6 demerit point offences","content":"# 6 demerit point offences","sortOrder":562},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.2","sectionType":"section","heading":"Speeding—30–40km/h over speed limit","content":"### sch.5-sec.2 Speeding—30–40km/h over speed limit\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 30km/h, but not more than 40km/h, over the speed limit is 6.","sortOrder":563},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"4 demerit point offences","content":"# 4 demerit point offences","sortOrder":564},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.3","sectionType":"section","heading":"Learner driving while not properly supervised","content":"### sch.5-sec.3 Learner driving while not properly supervised\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 216 (2) or 217 (1) of this regulation is 4.","sortOrder":565},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.4","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular licence holders using mobile phones","content":"### sch.5-sec.4 Particular licence holders using mobile phones\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 228 (2) of this regulation is 4.","sortOrder":566},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.5","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to comply with maximum work requirements and minimum rest requirements—critical risk breaches","content":"### sch.5-sec.5 Failing to comply with maximum work requirements and minimum rest requirements—critical risk breaches\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , that is a critical risk breach under that Law, is 4—\nsection 250 (1) ;\nsection 251 (1) ;\nsection 254 (1) ;\nsection 256 (1) ;\nsection 258 (1) ;\nsection 260 (1) .\n- (a) section 250 (1) ;\n- (b) section 251 (1) ;\n- (c) section 254 (1) ;\n- (d) section 256 (1) ;\n- (e) section 258 (1) ;\n- (f) section 260 (1) .","sortOrder":567},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.6","sectionType":"section","heading":"Speeding—20–30km/h over speed limit","content":"### sch.5-sec.6 Speeding—20–30km/h over speed limit\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving more than 20km/h, but not more than 30km/h, over the speed limit is 4.","sortOrder":568},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.7","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disobeying clearance signs and low clearance signs","content":"### sch.5-sec.7 Disobeying clearance signs and low clearance signs\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 102 (1) is 4.","sortOrder":569},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.7A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to wear seatbelts and comply with seating requirements","content":"### sch.5-sec.7A Failing to wear seatbelts and comply with seating requirements\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 4—\nsection 264 (1) ;\nsection 265 (1) .\nsch 5 s 7A ins 2022 SL No. 41 s 15\n- (a) section 264 (1) ;\n- (b) section 265 (1) .","sortOrder":570},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.7B","sectionType":"section","heading":"Drivers failing to ensure passengers comply with seatbelt requirements","content":"### sch.5-sec.7B Drivers failing to ensure passengers comply with seatbelt requirements\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 264A (1) is 4.\nsch 5 s 7B ins 2022 SL No. 41 s 15","sortOrder":571},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.8","sectionType":"section","heading":"Using mobile phones","content":"### sch.5-sec.8 Using mobile phones\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 300 (1) is 4.","sortOrder":572},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.9","sectionType":"section","heading":"Damaging rail infrastructure or obstructing level crossings","content":"### sch.5-sec.9 Damaging rail infrastructure or obstructing level crossings\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 300D (1) or (2) is 4.","sortOrder":573},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"3 demerit point offences","content":"# 3 demerit point offences","sortOrder":574},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.10","sectionType":"section","heading":"Contravening high-powered vehicle restrictions","content":"### sch.5-sec.10 Contravening high-powered vehicle restrictions\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 230 (2) of this regulation is 3.","sortOrder":575},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.11","sectionType":"section","heading":"Contravening late night driving restrictions","content":"### sch.5-sec.11 Contravening late night driving restrictions\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 243 of this regulation is 3.","sortOrder":576},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.12","sectionType":"section","heading":"Contravening peer passenger restrictions","content":"### sch.5-sec.12 Contravening peer passenger restrictions\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 248 (2) of this regulation is 3.","sortOrder":577},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.13","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disobeying official traffic signs installed under the Act , s 71","content":"### sch.5-sec.13 Disobeying official traffic signs installed under the Act , s 71\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 74 (1) of the Act , that involves contravening an indication given by an official traffic sign, other than a parking control sign as defined under the Queensland Road Rules , schedule 5 or another type of official traffic sign that gives an indication about the parking of vehicles, installed under section 71 (1) of the Act , is 3.\nsch 5 s 13 amd 2024 SL No. 225 s 3","sortOrder":578},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.14","sectionType":"section","heading":"Careless driving","content":"### sch.5-sec.14 Careless driving\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions is 3—\nsection 83 (1) of the Act ;\nthe Queensland Road Rules , section 80 (1) , 81 (1) or 162 (1) .\n- (a) section 83 (1) of the Act ;\n- (b) the Queensland Road Rules , section 80 (1) , 81 (1) or 162 (1) .","sortOrder":579},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.15","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving fatigue-regulated heavy vehicles while impaired by fatigue","content":"### sch.5-sec.15 Driving fatigue-regulated heavy vehicles while impaired by fatigue\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , section 228 (1) is 3.","sortOrder":580},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.16","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to comply with maximum work requirements and minimum rest requirements—severe risk breaches","content":"### sch.5-sec.16 Failing to comply with maximum work requirements and minimum rest requirements—severe risk breaches\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , that is a severe risk breach under the Law, is 3—\nsection 250 (1) ;\nsection 251 (1) ;\nsection 254 (1) ;\nsection 256 (1) ;\nsection 258 (1) ;\nsection 260 (1) .\n- (a) section 250 (1) ;\n- (b) section 251 (1) ;\n- (c) section 254 (1) ;\n- (d) section 256 (1) ;\n- (e) section 258 (1) ;\n- (f) section 260 (1) .","sortOrder":581},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.17","sectionType":"section","heading":"Using heavy vehicles in contravention of vehicle defect notices—major defect notices","content":"### sch.5-sec.17 Using heavy vehicles in contravention of vehicle defect notices—major defect notices\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence, by the driver of a heavy vehicle, against the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , section 529 that involves a contravention of a major defect notice issued under section 526 (2) (a) of the Law is 3.","sortOrder":582},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.18","sectionType":"section","heading":"Speeding—11–20km/h over speed limit","content":"### sch.5-sec.18 Speeding—11–20km/h over speed limit\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving at least 11km/h, but not more than 20km/h, over the speed limit is 3.\nsch 5 s 18 amd 2022 SL No. 41 s 16","sortOrder":583},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.19","sectionType":"section","heading":"Improper turns","content":"### sch.5-sec.19 Improper turns\n\nThe number of demerit points for the following offences is 3—\nan offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 29 (1) ;\nan offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 33 (1) that involves failing to make a turn in accordance with the Queensland Road Rules , section 33 (2) ;\nan offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 42 ;\nan offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 132 (2A) .\n- (a) an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 29 (1) ;\n- (b) an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 33 (1) that involves failing to make a turn in accordance with the Queensland Road Rules , section 33 (2) ;\n- (c) an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 42 ;\n- (d) an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 132 (2A) .","sortOrder":584},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.20","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to give way, other than by disobeying traffic signs","content":"### sch.5-sec.20 Failing to give way, other than by disobeying traffic signs\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 3—\nsection 38 ;\nsection 62 (1) ;\nsection 63 (3) ;\nsection 64 ;\nsection 65 (2) ;\nsection 72 (1) ;\nsection 73 (1) ;\nsection 74 (1) ;\nsection 75 (1) ;\nsection 77 (1) ;\nsection 79 (1) ;\nsection 80 (2) (b) or (4) ;\nsection 81 (2) ;\nsection 83 ;\nsection 84 (1);\nsection 85 ;\nsection 86 (1) ;\nsection 87 (1) or (3) ;\nsection 114 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 148 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 148A ;\nsection 149 ;\nsection 288 (4);\nsection 289 (2) .\n- (a) section 38 ;\n- (b) section 62 (1) ;\n- (c) section 63 (3) ;\n- (d) section 64 ;\n- (e) section 65 (2) ;\n- (f) section 72 (1) ;\n- (g) section 73 (1) ;\n- (h) section 74 (1) ;\n- (i) section 75 (1) ;\n- (j) section 77 (1) ;\n- (k) section 79 (1) ;\n- (l) section 80 (2) (b) or (4) ;\n- (m) section 81 (2) ;\n- (n) section 83 ;\n- (o) section 84 (1);\n- (p) section 85 ;\n- (q) section 86 (1) ;\n- (r) section 87 (1) or (3) ;\n- (s) section 114 (1) or (2) ;\n- (t) section 148 (1) or (2) ;\n- (u) section 148A ;\n- (v) section 149 ;\n- (w) section 288 (4);\n- (x) section 289 (2) .","sortOrder":585},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.21","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disobeying stop and give way signs and other particular traffic control devices","content":"### sch.5-sec.21 Disobeying stop and give way signs and other particular traffic control devices\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 3—\nsection 39 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 41 ;\nsection 63 (2) ;\nsection 67 (2) , (3) or (4) ;\nsection 68 (2) or (3) ;\nsection 69 (2) , (2A) or (3) ;\nsection 69A ;\nsection 70 ;\nsection 71 (1) ;\nsection 80 (2) (a) or (3) ;\nsection 88 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 89 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 90 ;\nsection 91 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 92 (1) ;\nsection 93 (1) ;\nsection 94 ;\nsection 96 (1);\nsection 97 (1) ;\nsection 98 (1) ;\nsection 99 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 100 ;\nsection 101 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 103 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 104 (1) , (2) or (3) ;\nsection 105 ;\nsection 106 (1) , (2) or (3) ;\nsection 107 ;\nsection 108 (1) ;\nsection 121 ;\nsection 122 ;\nsection 123 (b) ;\nsection 155A (1) .\n- (a) section 39 (1) or (2) ;\n- (b) section 41 ;\n- (c) section 63 (2) ;\n- (d) section 67 (2) , (3) or (4) ;\n- (e) section 68 (2) or (3) ;\n- (f) section 69 (2) , (2A) or (3) ;\n- (g) section 69A ;\n- (h) section 70 ;\n- (i) section 71 (1) ;\n- (j) section 80 (2) (a) or (3) ;\n- (k) section 88 (1) or (2) ;\n- (l) section 89 (1) or (2) ;\n- (m) section 90 ;\n- (n) section 91 (1) or (2) ;\n- (o) section 92 (1) ;\n- (p) section 93 (1) ;\n- (q) section 94 ;\n- (r) section 96 (1);\n- (s) section 97 (1) ;\n- (t) section 98 (1) ;\n- (u) section 99 (1) or (2) ;\n- (v) section 100 ;\n- (w) section 101 (1) or (2) ;\n- (x) section 103 (1) or (2) ;\n- (y) section 104 (1) , (2) or (3) ;\n- (z) section 105 ;\n- (za) section 106 (1) , (2) or (3) ;\n- (zb) section 107 ;\n- (zc) section 108 (1) ;\n- (zd) section 121 ;\n- (ze) section 122 ;\n- (zf) section 123 (b) ;\n- (zg) section 155A (1) .","sortOrder":586},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.22","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disobeying particular red and yellow traffic lights, B lights, T lights and arrows","content":"### sch.5-sec.22 Disobeying particular red and yellow traffic lights, B lights, T lights and arrows\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 3—\nsection 56 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 57 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 59 (1) ;\nsection 60 ;\nsection 61 (2) ;\nsection 66 (1) or (4) ;\nsection 274 ;\nsection 275 ;\nsection 277 ;\nsection 279 (2) ;\nsection 281 ;\nsection 282 ;\nsection 284 ;\nsection 286 (2) .\n- (a) section 56 (1) or (2) ;\n- (b) section 57 (1) or (2) ;\n- (c) section 59 (1) ;\n- (d) section 60 ;\n- (e) section 61 (2) ;\n- (f) section 66 (1) or (4) ;\n- (g) section 274 ;\n- (h) section 275 ;\n- (i) section 277 ;\n- (j) section 279 (2) ;\n- (k) section 281 ;\n- (l) section 282 ;\n- (m) section 284 ;\n- (n) section 286 (2) .","sortOrder":587},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.23","sectionType":"section","heading":"Vehicle entering bicycle storage areas before traffic lights showing red traffic light or arrow","content":"### sch.5-sec.23 Vehicle entering bicycle storage areas before traffic lights showing red traffic light or arrow\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 60A (1) or (2) is 3.","sortOrder":588},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.24","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to keep clear of police vehicles and emergency vehicles","content":"### sch.5-sec.24 Failing to keep clear of police vehicles and emergency vehicles\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 78 (1) or (2) is 3.","sortOrder":589},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.24A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Improper passing of emergency response vehicles","content":"### sch.5-sec.24A Improper passing of emergency response vehicles\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 78A (2) or (4) is 3.\nsch 5 s 24A ins 2022 SL No. 122 s 8","sortOrder":590},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.25","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving on safety ramps and arrester beds","content":"### sch.5-sec.25 Driving on safety ramps and arrester beds\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 101A (1) is 3.","sortOrder":591},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.26","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disobeying traffic lane arrows in roundabout","content":"### sch.5-sec.26 Disobeying traffic lane arrows in roundabout\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 116 is 3.","sortOrder":592},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.27","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to comply with requirements about level crossings","content":"### sch.5-sec.27 Failing to comply with requirements about level crossings\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 123 (a) , (c) , (d) or (e) is 3.","sortOrder":593},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.28","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to keep left and keep off painted island","content":"### sch.5-sec.28 Failing to keep left and keep off painted island\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 3—\nsection 132 (2) or (3) ;\nsection 138 (1) .\n- (a) section 132 (2) or (3) ;\n- (b) section 138 (1) .","sortOrder":594},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.29","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to keep safe lateral distance when passing bicycle or personal mobility device riders","content":"### sch.5-sec.29 Failing to keep safe lateral distance when passing bicycle or personal mobility device riders\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 144A (1) is 3.\nsch 5 s 29 amd 2022 SL No. 142 s 6","sortOrder":595},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.30","sectionType":"section","heading":"Unlawful lane filtering","content":"### sch.5-sec.30 Unlawful lane filtering\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 151A (2) is 3.","sortOrder":596},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.31","sectionType":"section","heading":"Unlawful edge filtering","content":"### sch.5-sec.31 Unlawful edge filtering\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 151B (2) is 3.","sortOrder":597},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.32","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to comply with overhead lane control devices","content":"### sch.5-sec.32 Failing to comply with overhead lane control devices\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 152 (1) is 3.","sortOrder":598},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.33","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to wear motorbike helmets","content":"### sch.5-sec.33 Failing to wear motorbike helmets\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 270 (1) or (2) is 3.\nsch 5 s 33 sub 2022 SL No. 41 s 17","sortOrder":599},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.34","sectionType":"section","heading":null,"content":"### Section sch.5-sec.34\n\nsch 5 s 34 om 2022 SL No. 41 s 18","sortOrder":600},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.35","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving with persons in or on trailers or prohibited parts of vehicles","content":"### sch.5-sec.35 Driving with persons in or on trailers or prohibited parts of vehicles\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 3—\nsection 268 (4A) or (4B) ;\nsection 298 .\n- (a) section 268 (4A) or (4B) ;\n- (b) section 298 .","sortOrder":601},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.36","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving with television receivers and visual display units visible or likely to distract","content":"### sch.5-sec.36 Driving with television receivers and visual display units visible or likely to distract\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 299 (1) is 3.","sortOrder":602},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.37","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving vehicles over carrying capacity","content":"### sch.5-sec.37 Driving vehicles over carrying capacity\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Traffic Regulation 1962 is 3—\nsection 76 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 77 (1) .\n- (a) section 76 (1) or (2) ;\n- (b) section 77 (1) .","sortOrder":603},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.38","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving and parking particular defective light vehicles on roads","content":"### sch.5-sec.38 Driving and parking particular defective light vehicles on roads\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021 , section 8 (1) , that involves a light vehicle that is defective under section 7 (1)(d) of that regulation, is 3.","sortOrder":604},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.5","sectionType":"part","heading":"2 demerit point offences","content":"# 2 demerit point offences","sortOrder":605},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.39","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to display clearly legible L plates","content":"### sch.5-sec.39 Failing to display clearly legible L plates\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 221 of this regulation is 2.","sortOrder":606},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.40","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to display clearly legible red P plates","content":"### sch.5-sec.40 Failing to display clearly legible red P plates\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 224 (1) of this regulation is 2.","sortOrder":607},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.41","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to display clearly legible green P plates","content":"### sch.5-sec.41 Failing to display clearly legible green P plates\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 225 (1) of this regulation is 2.","sortOrder":608},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.41A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Wilfully causing motor vehicle to lose traction with road","content":"### sch.5-sec.41A Wilfully causing motor vehicle to lose traction with road\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 85A (1) of the Act is 2.\nsch 5 s 41A ins 2024 SL No. 240 s 6","sortOrder":609},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.42","sectionType":"section","heading":"Injurious matter on roads","content":"### sch.5-sec.42 Injurious matter on roads\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 137 (1) of the Act is 2.","sortOrder":610},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.43","sectionType":"section","heading":"Improper turns","content":"### sch.5-sec.43 Improper turns\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 2—\nsection 27 (1) ;\nsection 28 (1) ;\nsection 31 (1) ;\nsection 32 (1) ;\nsection 37 ;\nsection 40 ;\nsection 43 ;\nsection 43A .\nsch 5 s 43 amd 2022 SL No. 3 s 9\n- (a) section 27 (1) ;\n- (b) section 28 (1) ;\n- (c) section 31 (1) ;\n- (d) section 32 (1) ;\n- (e) section 37 ;\n- (f) section 40 ;\n- (g) section 43 ;\n- (h) section 43A .","sortOrder":611},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.44","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to use slip lanes","content":"### sch.5-sec.44 Failing to use slip lanes\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 28 (1A) is 2.","sortOrder":612},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.45","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to give proper change of direction signals or stop signals","content":"### sch.5-sec.45 Failing to give proper change of direction signals or stop signals\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 2—\nsection 46 (1) ;\nsection 48 (1) ;\nsection 53 (1) , (2) or (3) ;\nsection 112 (2) or (3) ;\nsection 113 (2) or (3) ;\nsection 117 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 118 (1) .\n- (a) section 46 (1) ;\n- (b) section 48 (1) ;\n- (c) section 53 (1) , (2) or (3) ;\n- (d) section 112 (2) or (3) ;\n- (e) section 113 (2) or (3) ;\n- (f) section 117 (1) or (2) ;\n- (g) section 118 (1) .","sortOrder":613},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.46","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to enter roundabouts from correct lanes or parts of road","content":"### sch.5-sec.46 Failing to enter roundabouts from correct lanes or parts of road\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 111 (1) is 2.","sortOrder":614},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.47","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to keep left","content":"### sch.5-sec.47 Failing to keep left\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 2—\nsection 115 (1) ;\nsection 129 (1) ;\nsection 130 (2) ;\nsection 135 (1) .\n- (a) section 115 (1) ;\n- (b) section 129 (1) ;\n- (c) section 130 (2) ;\n- (d) section 135 (1) .","sortOrder":615},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.48","sectionType":"section","heading":"Improper overtaking and passing and failing to keep to left of centre of road","content":"### sch.5-sec.48 Improper overtaking and passing and failing to keep to left of centre of road\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 2—\nsection 131 (1) ;\nsection 132 (1) ;\nsection 140 ;\nsection 141 (1) ;\nsection 142 (1) ;\nsection 143 (1) or (2) ;\nsection 144 .\n- (a) section 131 (1) ;\n- (b) section 132 (1) ;\n- (c) section 140 ;\n- (d) section 141 (1) ;\n- (e) section 142 (1) ;\n- (f) section 143 (1) or (2) ;\n- (g) section 144 .","sortOrder":616},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.49","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving in wrong direction on service roads","content":"### sch.5-sec.49 Driving in wrong direction on service roads\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 136 is 2.","sortOrder":617},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.50","sectionType":"section","heading":"Increasing speed when being overtaken","content":"### sch.5-sec.50 Increasing speed when being overtaken\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 145 is 2.","sortOrder":618},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.51","sectionType":"section","heading":"Improper passing and overtaking of trams","content":"### sch.5-sec.51 Improper passing and overtaking of trams\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 2—\nsection 160 (2) or (3) ;\nsection 161 (2) or (3) ;\nsection 163 (2) , (3) or (4) ;\nsection 164 (2) , (3) or (4) ;\nsection 164AA (2) or (3) .\n- (a) section 160 (2) or (3) ;\n- (b) section 161 (2) or (3) ;\n- (c) section 163 (2) , (3) or (4) ;\n- (d) section 164 (2) , (3) or (4) ;\n- (e) section 164AA (2) or (3) .","sortOrder":619},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.52","sectionType":"section","heading":"Unnecessary noise and smoke from vehicles","content":"### sch.5-sec.52 Unnecessary noise and smoke from vehicles\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 291 (1) (b) is 2.","sortOrder":620},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.6","sectionType":"part","heading":"1 demerit point offences","content":"# 1 demerit point offences","sortOrder":621},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.53","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to comply with conditions stated on Queensland driver licences","content":"### sch.5-sec.53 Failing to comply with conditions stated on Queensland driver licences\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 201 (2) of this regulation is 1.","sortOrder":622},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.54","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to comply with conditions of non-Queensland driver licences","content":"### sch.5-sec.54 Failing to comply with conditions of non-Queensland driver licences\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 207 of this regulation is 1.","sortOrder":623},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.55","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to produce certificates of exemption for driving high-powered vehicles","content":"### sch.5-sec.55 Failing to produce certificates of exemption for driving high-powered vehicles\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 240 (2) of this regulation is 1.","sortOrder":624},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.56","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to produce certificates of exemption for late night driving","content":"### sch.5-sec.56 Failing to produce certificates of exemption for late night driving\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against section 247 (2) of this regulation is 1.","sortOrder":625},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.57","sectionType":"section","heading":"Using heavy vehicles in contravention of vehicle defect notices—minor defect notices","content":"### sch.5-sec.57 Using heavy vehicles in contravention of vehicle defect notices—minor defect notices\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence, by the driver of a heavy vehicle, against the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , section 529 that involves a contravention of a minor defect notice issued under section 526 (2) (b) of the Law is 1.","sortOrder":626},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.58","sectionType":"section","heading":"Speeding—less than 11km/h over speed limit","content":"### sch.5-sec.58 Speeding—less than 11km/h over speed limit\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 20 that involves driving less than 11km/h over the speed limit is 1.\nsch 5 s 58 amd 2022 SL No. 41 s 19","sortOrder":627},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.59","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to keep safe or minimum distance","content":"### sch.5-sec.59 Failing to keep safe or minimum distance\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the following provisions of the Queensland Road Rules is 1—\nsection 126 ;\nsection 127 (1).\n- (a) section 126 ;\n- (b) section 127 (1).","sortOrder":628},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.60","sectionType":"section","heading":"Failing to have lights lit at night or in hazardous weather conditions","content":"### sch.5-sec.60 Failing to have lights lit at night or in hazardous weather conditions\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 215 (1) is 1.","sortOrder":629},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.61","sectionType":"section","heading":"Improper use of headlights on high-beam","content":"### sch.5-sec.61 Improper use of headlights on high-beam\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 218 (1) is 1.","sortOrder":630},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.62","sectionType":"section","heading":"Dazzling road users","content":"### sch.5-sec.62 Dazzling road users\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Queensland Road Rules , section 219 is 1.","sortOrder":631},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.63","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving and parking particular defective light vehicles on roads","content":"### sch.5-sec.63 Driving and parking particular defective light vehicles on roads\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021 , section 8 (1) , that involves a light vehicle that is defective under section 7 (1) (a) , (b) or (c) of that regulation, is 1.","sortOrder":632},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.64","sectionType":"section","heading":"Modifying exhaust systems of light vehicles in non-compliant way","content":"### sch.5-sec.64 Modifying exhaust systems of light vehicles in non-compliant way\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021 , section 18 (1) , that involves the modification of a light vehicle in a way stated in section 18 (2) (c) of that regulation, is 1.","sortOrder":633},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-sec.65","sectionType":"section","heading":"Driving light motor vehicles with modified exhaust systems on roads","content":"### sch.5-sec.65 Driving light motor vehicles with modified exhaust systems on roads\n\nThe number of demerit points for an offence against the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021 , section 20 is 1.","sortOrder":634}],"analysis":{"issue_detection":{"absurdities":[],"contradictions":[]},"kimi_summary":{"_metrics":{"completionTokens":648},"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":8,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The legislation appears to maintain its original scope as a comprehensive driver licensing regulation. The extract shows amendments from 2022 and 2026 (e.g., sections marked 'amd 2026 SL No. 7'), indicating routine updates rather than scope expansion. The structure remains focused on eligibility, testing, and licence conditions without apparent mission creep into unrelated areas."},"complexity_factors":["Extensive cross-referencing between sections (e.g., sections 26, 29, 30, 32, 33 for experience requirements)","Multiple licence categories (learner, provisional, probationary, restricted, open) with overlapping conditions","Age-based and experience-based eligibility matrices with numerous exceptions","Special provisions for young drivers (under 25), returning drivers, and drivers with special needs","Recognition of interstate and foreign licences with conditional equivalency rules","Nested conditional logic for disqualification periods and licence reinstatement","Detailed logbook requirements with credit systems and exemptions","Geographic variations (e.g., Q-Ride training area radius rules for motorbikes)","Multiple schedules referenced but not included in the extract (Schedules 1, 2, 3, 7, 9)"],"plain_english_summary":"**What this legislation does:**\n\nThis is Queensland's driver licensing regulation that sets out the complete rules for getting, holding, and keeping a driver licence in Queensland. It covers everything from learner permits to heavy vehicle licences and motorbike licences.\n\n**Key things it covers:**\n\n- **Licence classes**: Cars (C), light rigid (LR), medium rigid (MR), heavy rigid (HR), heavy combination (HC), multi-combination (MC), and motorbikes (RE and R)\n- **Licence stages**: Learner → P1 (red Ps) → P2 (green Ps) → Open licence, with special rules for young drivers under 25\n- **Who can apply**: Queensland residents, with special pathways for returning drivers, people with special needs, and those transferring from interstate or overseas licences\n- **Testing requirements**: Road rules tests, hazard perception tests, practical driving tests, and for motorbikes, Q-Ride competency declarations\n- **Logbook system**: Young drivers under 25 must complete 100 hours of supervised driving (including 10 hours at night) before getting their P1 licence\n- **Restrictions**: Mobile phone bans for P1 drivers under 25, high-powered vehicle restrictions, late-night driving curfews for certain offenders\n- **Medical fitness**: Requirements to report physical or mental conditions that affect driving safety\n\n**Who it affects:**\nAnyone wanting to drive in Queensland — new drivers, interstate and overseas licence holders, people returning to driving after a break, and those needing special licences for work or medical reasons.\n\n**Why it matters:**\nThis regulation keeps Queensland roads safe by ensuring drivers have proper training and experience before driving unsupervised, while providing flexible pathways for people with different circumstances."},"summary":{"complexity_score":9,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The regulation appears consistent with its stated purpose of governing Queensland driver licensing. It is a remaking/consolidation of prior licensing regulations (replacing earlier versions) and the scope remains focused on driver licence eligibility, classes, conditions, and restrictions. The 2026 amendment inserting section 11A (practical driving tests) represents a minor clarifying addition rather than a scope change."},"complexity_factors":["Multiple interacting licence categories (learner, provisional, probationary, restricted, open) each with sub-types (P1, P2, P)","Multiple vehicle classes (C, LR, MR, HR, HC, MC, RE, R) creating a matrix of possible licence combinations","Extensive cross-referencing between sections — eligibility rules routinely refer to 5–10 other sections simultaneously","Different eligibility pathways depending on age at time of first licence grant (e.g., under 23, under 24, under 25 years)","Special rules for disqualified drivers that alter standard eligibility calculations","Recognition of non-Queensland and foreign licences with complex equivalence rules governed by Austroads approvals","Special needs provisions creating parallel eligibility pathways that override standard requirements","Returning driver provisions with their own separate eligibility framework","Time-window calculations (e.g., 'within the last 5 years') that interact with disqualification periods","Staggered commencement dates for different provisions","Large number of schedules and definitions referenced throughout but not fully visible in the extracted content"],"plain_english_summary":"Queensland's primary regulation for driver licences sets the rules for getting, holding, progressing and losing licences across all classes — from learner to open — and covers motorists, heavy‑vehicle and motorcycle operators, overseas licence holders, and people with medical or disability needs. It matters because it defines legal driving entitlement, restrictions and penalties; non‑compliance can lead to fines, suspension or criminal charges."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021","history":"/api/acts/transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021/history","analysis":"/api/acts/transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/transport-operations-road-use-management-driver-licensing-regulation-2021/documents"}}