Unsafe driving in Nova Scotia will be dealt with

Avatar photo

HALIFAX, N.S. — Drivers who disobey traffic control in construction areas will have demerit points tacked onto their driver’s record under legislation that was proclaimed on Aug. 23.

Ron Russell, Minister of Transportation and Public Works, says he wants to protect his staff and contractors who are trying to guide motorists through highway construction zones. He says these people perform such a valuable service and deserve to be protected.

Drivers who don’t obey the speed limits or the directions of the controller will get four demerit points and they will remain on a driver’s record for two years. Drivers are also now required to stop in emergency situations where department vehicles display flashing red lights and a Stop, Do Not Pass sign.

Avatar photo

Truck News is Canada's leading trucking newspaper - news and information for trucking companies, owner/operators, truck drivers and logistics professionals working in the Canadian trucking industry.


Have your say


This is a moderated forum. Comments will no longer be published unless they are accompanied by a first and last name and a verifiable email address. (Today's Trucking will not publish or share the email address.) Profane language and content deemed to be libelous, racist, or threatening in nature will not be published under any circumstances.

*