Road Traffic (NI) Order 1981 Quiz
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What must a driver provide to a constable if alleged to be guilty of an offence?

  • The vehicle registration number only
  • Only the name of the owner of the vehicle
  • His correct name and address, and if not the owner, the owner's information (correct)
  • The correct name and address of all passengers
  • If a vehicle's owner is asked for the identity of the driver, what is their obligation?

  • To provide the driver's information only if they can ascertain it
  • To provide the driver's name only
  • To provide the driver's identity unless they were unaware of it (correct)
  • To refuse to provide any information
  • What are the consequences for failing to provide required information as specified?

  • No consequences apply
  • Requirement to attend a driving course
  • Guilty of an offence (correct)
  • Issuance of a warning
  • Which offences can lead to a constable demanding a cyclist's information?

    <p>Dangerous cycling, careless cycling, cycling under the influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must a cyclist provide when required by a constable?

    <p>Their correct name and address</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is true regarding the powers of a constable when dealing with offences?

    <p>A constable has powers to demand information concerning the vehicle from various individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an individual is in possession of information that may lead to identifying the driver or owner, what is their obligation?

    <p>To provide the information if possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence if a cyclist fails to provide their name and address to a constable?

    <p>They shall be guilty of an offence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Demanding Information

    • The Road Traffic (NI) Order 1981 gives police officers the power to demand information from drivers, owners, and other individuals.
    • Drivers must provide their name, address, and, if not the owner, the owner's name and address.
    • Drivers must also provide information concerning the vehicle, including names and addresses of passengers at the time of the alleged offense.
    • Owners must provide the driver's identity unless they can prove they don't know and couldn't have ascertained who the driver was.
    • Any individual must provide information that could lead to the identification of the driver or owner.
    • Failing to provide this required information is an offense.

    Identification of Cyclists

    • A constable can demand a cyclist's name and address for offenses such as dangerous, careless, or inconsiderate cycling or cycling under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
    • Failure to provide this information constitutes an offense.
    • There's no power for preliminary tests to be conducted on cyclists in this instance.

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    Test your knowledge on the Road Traffic (NI) Order 1981, which details the powers of police officers to demand information from drivers, owners, and cyclists. This quiz covers the identification requirements and penalties for failure to provide information. Challenge yourself with key aspects of traffic law in Northern Ireland!

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