(1) A person shall not drive a commercial vehicle unless that person obtains in respect of that vehicle the relevant licence issued by the Licensing Authority.

(2) A licence issued under this section shall be valid for the period specified in the licence and may be renewed upon application.

(3) A person who drives a commercial vehicle without a relevant licence under subsection (1) commits an offence and is liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding 250 penalty units or to a term of imprisonment not exceeding 12 months or to both.