Penalties: practice questions

Question 1

Using a handheld mobile phone while driving is:

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Correct answer: A traffic offence with a fine

Holding a phone while driving is a recorded offence; use hands-free instead.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 28 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 2

Driving after consuming alcohol in Saudi Arabia is:

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Correct answer: Strictly prohibited and a serious offence

Alcohol is strictly prohibited; driving after consuming it is a serious offence.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 83 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 3

Wearing a seat belt is mandatory for the driver and all passengers.

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Correct answer: True

Seatbelts are required; not wearing one is a finable offence.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 92 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 4

Crossing a junction after the signal turns red is:

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Correct answer: A serious offence with a fine

Running a red light is a serious offence and can carry heavy penalties.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 124 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 5

Under the traffic points system, your licence is withdrawn when your record reaches:

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Correct answer: 24 points

Each violation carries points according to how dangerous it is. When the points on a driver's record reach 24, the licence is withdrawn.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 36 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 6

How is the number of points for a violation decided?

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Correct answer: By how dangerous it is to public safety

A specific number of points is set for each violation, depending on the degree of danger to public safety, and recorded in the driver's record.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 36 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 7

How many points does driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs or impairing medication carry?

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Correct answer: 24 points: the maximum, enough to lose your licence

Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs and/or medication is scored 24 points, the maximum on the points system.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 37 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 8

There has been an accident with injuries. Who should you call?

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Correct answer: Traffic police (911/993) and the Red Crescent (997)

For an accident with injuries, call traffic (911/993) and the Red Crescent (997). Najm handles damage-only accidents.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 22 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 9

An accident caused only damage, with no injuries. What does the handbook say to do?

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Correct answer: Contact Najm, photograph the scene from all angles, and move the vehicles away from crowds if possible

For damage-only accidents, contact Najm (the Najm app), take photos from all angles, park away from crowds if possible, then enter the location and details.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 22 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 10

Leaving the scene of an accident without a valid reason is treated as fleeing from justice.

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Correct answer: True

True. Whoever leaves the scene without reason is considered a fugitive, and the authorities take legal action against them.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 23 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 11

When may vehicles involved in an accident be moved before the authorities arrive? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

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Correct answers: The vehicle obstructs traffic or threatens public safety · The accident is simple and clear, and both parties agree how it happened

Vehicles may be moved only if they obstruct traffic or endanger public safety, or if the accident is simple and clear and both parties agree how it happened.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 23 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 12

When does a traffic accident carry legal liability?

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Correct answer: When it results from negligence, recklessness or a traffic law violation

An accident carries legal liability if it results from negligence, recklessness or a traffic law violation. Fault is shared in percentages (100, 75, 50, 25%).

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 21 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 13

How is fault divided between drivers in an accident?

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Correct answer: In steps of 100%, 75%, 50% or 25%

The error rate is set by the degree of negligence or rule-breaking, using the relative criterion of 100%, 75%, 50% or 25%.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 21 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 14

Which of these does the handbook list among the main causes of road deaths in Saudi Arabia?

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Correct answer: Speeding, using a mobile phone, and not wearing a seat belt

Listed causes include speeding, not following traffic laws, using a mobile phone, not wearing a seat belt, sudden lane changes, and vehicle and road condition.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 19 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 15

The light is green but a traffic officer signals you to stop. What do you do?

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Correct answer: Stop, as the officer instructs

Traffic officers represent the state and may give orders that differ from normal signals. Their instructions must be followed, for example stopping on green.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 25 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 16

Drifting is a traffic violation that can lead to the vehicle being impounded and, for repeat offences, confiscated.

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Correct answer: True

True. Drifting and reckless driving are punished with impoundment and heavy fines, with confiscation of the vehicle for a third offence, and imprisonment may be considered.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 35 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 17

Which of these are traffic violations under the regulations? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

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Correct answers: Not signalling when turning, overtaking or changing lanes · Not wearing a seat belt · Not leaving enough distance to the vehicle in front

The violations tables include not signalling, not wearing a seat belt, and not leaving a safe distance. Using dipped headlights at night is correct.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 27 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 18

Which of these are listed as violations about priority? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

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Correct answers: Not stopping completely at a stop sign · Not giving priority to vehicles inside a roundabout · Not obeying a traffic officer's hand signals over the lights

Failing to stop fully at a stop sign, failing to give priority inside a roundabout, and ignoring an officer's hand signals are all listed violations. Giving way to emergency vehicles is required.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 29 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 19

How many points are recorded for not stopping at a red light?

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Correct answer: 12 points

Running a red light carries 12 points, as does driving against the direction of traffic: half of the 24 that withdraws a licence.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 37 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 20

Which of these carries the most points?

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Correct answer: Drifting

Drifting carries 24 points, the maximum. A stop-sign violation is 6, and no seat belt or phone use without hands-free is 2 each.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 37 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 21

Speeding by more than 25 km/h over the limit carries how many points?

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Correct answer: 6

Exceeding the limit by more than 25 km/h carries 6 points; by up to 25 km/h, 4 points.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 37 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 22

A driver reaches 24 points for the first time in a Hijri year. What happens?

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Correct answer: Licence withdrawn for 3 months

First time in a Hijri year: 3 months. Second: 6 months. Third: one Hijri year. Fourth: permanent revocation.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 38 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 23

How long do you have to pay the minimum amount of a traffic fine?

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Correct answer: 30 days from the date of the violation

The minimum fine may be paid within thirty days of the violation. If it isn't paid in time, the driver must pay the maximum fine.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 36 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

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