If you get four or more demerit points within a one-year period while on a learner licence in Australia, your licence will be suspended. The suspension period is typically three months. You will receive a notice by mail confirming the suspension, and you do not have the option of a good driving behavior period during this time. The suspension means you cannot drive during the suspension period, and the demerit points remain on your record for the duration they are active, usually one year from the offense date. After the suspension period ends, the points count resets accordingly. This applies specifically to learner licence holders, as they have a stricter limit compared to open licence holders. The system is designed to encourage safe driving early in the licensing process.