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A learner driver is caught travelling 10 km/h or more over the speed limit. What is the consequence for their permit?

The answer

It is an immediate breach of their permit conditions Correct
It only matters if they were also using a mobile phone
Nothing extra, provided it is a first offence
A warning letter only

Why that's the answer

Exceeding the speed limit by 10 km/h or more is an immediate breach of learner permit conditions in South Australia, on top of the normal fine and demerit points. Breaching your conditions leads to disqualification.

Where this rule comes from

Department for Infrastructure and Transport – The Driver's Handbook Official source

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