Driving a vehicle in Manitoba is a privilege. People convicted of certain offences under the Criminal Code will lose that privilege. Some examples of these offences are dangerous driving, criminal negligence, flight from police, auto arson, auto vandalism, taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, auto theft, possession of property obtained by crime, and possession, selling or purchasing master keys.

A conviction of any of these offences results in an automatic driver’s licence suspension or eligibility to obtain a licence. It also disqualifies you from operating an off-road vehicle. Anyone convicted of any such offence faces a driver’s licence suspension ranging from one year to life. Offenders under 16 years of age will have their suspension start on their 16th birthday.

Note: A discharge under the Criminal Code for certain driving related offenses may be treated as a conviction under The Highway Traffic Act.