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Driver's License
Where can I get a driver's license?
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Initial license for new drivers is probationary (2 years).
Drug or alcohol offenses may cause postponement of new driver's license eligibility.
Driver license classes include:
- Class 1 - Any tractor-trailer or truck-trailer combination
- Class 2 - Buses over 24 passengers
- Class 3 - Straight truck over 4,600 kg, over 14,000 kg if trailer is less than 4,500 kg
- Class 4 - Buses under 24 passengers, taxis and ambulances
- Class 5 - Passenger cars and light trucks, not exceeding 14,000 kg
- Class 6 - Motorcycles
- Class 7 - Learner's permit
- Class 8 - Mopeds
- Class 9 - Farm tractor permit
Licenses are valid for three years and expire on licencee's birthday.
Graduated Driver License
The Graduated Driver Licensing Program (GDL) is a system of licensing that gives new drivers the opportunity to gradually move into higher risk driving situations after gaining experience in lower risk situations.
Contact
Alberton
Charlottetown
Montague
O'Leary
Souris
Access PEI Souris - Johnny Ross Young Services Centre
Summerside
Tignish
Wellington
This information has been taken from www.gov.pe.ca