Are allowed to drive, if your driving licence is invalid?
Show the correct answer
Correct answer
C. No.
Explanation
An invalid driving licence does not entitle you to drive a vehicle - the correct answer is C. A driving licence is issued for a fixed period, and after that date the document is no longer valid and must be replaced; a medical examination is needed only if the validity was limited for health reasons. There is no transition period such as a week (A) or 30 days (B).
The Vehicle Drivers Act states that a person may drive a vehicle if they have the appropriate document confirming the entitlement to drive it, and such a document is a valid driving licence. The law provides for a fine for driving with an invalid document. You can check the expiry date in box 4b of your driving licence.
Legal basis: Art. 3 para. 1 point 1 and Art. 4 para. 1 point 1 letter a of the Vehicle Drivers Act (ustawa o kierujących pojazdami)