Ontario Highway Traffic Act

AndruLuka wrote:Yes, Car accident injuries can be very scary, so whenever you face any car accident then I must says that your first step is to call a police.

The OP obviously had NO IDEA you're supposed to call the police when you get into a car crash... because, you know, he only called the police immediately.

I had hoped to subpoena the traffic cameras footage of that day. I even contacted the city offices but told me that they do not record anything on traffic intersections. Cameras are there for monitor purposes. I dont know how truthful that statement would be.


They are also used to monitor traffic volumes, or particularly with a college ...

Technically... the officer did follow the exact letter of the law by charging both of you. It sucks, given that the other driver should've stopped, but the Highway Traffic Act does say that you need to ensure that it is safe to turn before you do so... and unfortunately that also includes watching out for red light runners. Anyway... I would still ...

I'm not really clear about what happened.

Did you turn across the path of an approaching vehicle, merge into the side of the vehicle or turn into another vehicle's lane?

The insurance company is concerned with two things:
1. Who is at fault for the collision, and how much
2. HTA convictions

You won't be able to change #1. They use Fault ...

I'd check your insurance contract to see what your obligations are. Generally, they will ask you if you renew your insurance "have you had an accident," but some of them require ALL accidents to be reported even if you don't make a claim; others only care if you make claims.

I'd agree with Stanton. Now before we get too carried away here:

Driving while suspended = Minimum $1000-$5000 fine. 6 month suspension.

Try to plea-bargain this one down to Drive with No Licence. That's much less serious, and, given the circumstances, they may agree to it if you plead guilty to these other offences:

- Handheld device: You're ...

1) Can I request a disclosure before submitting my response to the charge? Mainly, do I have to pick option 2 or 3 first?

No - you have to pick 2 or 3 first.

2) If I request a first attendance meeting (option 2) does that mean I am pleading guilt of some sort? If I do not like the outcome of the meeting with the prosecutor, can I then request ...

My question is how can they charge her a DUI, they have no proof that she was in the car and she didnt admit to it as she's already inside the house when the cops came. Although her bf's story seems to be more in favor as they can see the damages on both cars but that could have happened before or some time ago.


The damage is consistent with ...

1. Maybe, not necessarily.
2. Not always...

Arguably that monkey might be a better driver then some of the more stellar Torontonian motorists I've seen.


MIGHT be? I think you're not giving the monkey enough credit.

Speaking of which, in New Zealand, they actually taught dogs to drive for a short distance (about 100 metres). They went in a straight line. This also demonstrates higher ...

I've had the opportunity to use LIDAR and radar. I was able to take 2 readings less than second apart. My suggestion would be to avoid trying to go the route of "he couldn't have done it in 'x' seconds" if you want to fight this charge.

I'd get a paralegal involved as well. Certainly from your description, I don't believe that you should have been charged with Careless Driving. However, as Careless Driving is a very serious charge with some pretty heavy implications for insurance etc., I'd get some sort of professional representation. Unless the officer was a collision ...

Apparently, "normal" stuff like cars, pedestrians, etc., aren't the only things you have to watch for now in parking lots.

You might also have to look out for:

Rhesus Monkeys!

HUH?! What kind of guy would get a monkey for a pet, and not only that, but get it a jacket and then leave it in the car while shopping at Ikea?

I have checked many times every light comes on.


Chalk it up to the other drivers being neurotic, or just not understanding how to work their vehicles.

I've come to the conclusion (as I'm sure you have) from both driving experience, and from being on this forum for quite some time, there's an extreme variety of opinions on what "proper driving ...

Doesn't sound like it.