Ontario Highway Traffic Act

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Remember, the standard required is not one of absolute proof.

What about reasonable doubt?

That's the standard of proof required for a conviction, beyond a reasonable doubt. But the fact that there isn't a witness does not automatically mean there's reasonable doubt. Think of the many serious criminal trials for offences like murder where there ...

That would be a decision best left to your lawyer. They can review the evidence and determine the strength of the Crown's case.

The Crown will typically offer plea deals right up to the start of trial. Once the trial starts however you're basically either guilty or not guilty.

I'd disagree with that. There needs to be evidence that it was you driving and that you were driving in a careless fashion, but it doesn't require a witness. While a witness can strengthen the case, evidence can still be obtained through physical evidence at the collision scene or through a statement provided by the accused.

Quite likely the ...

If you decide to plead guilty to something, try and get a charge that is a non-moving violation which won't affect your insurance. No seatbelt as a passenger, red light camera tickets and expensive parking violations like parking in a fire route, in front of a fire hydrant or no stopping or standing charges do not affect your driving record.

The ...

1) If there is a statement from an independent party like the bus driver, that should help your friend.
2) Not the usual practice, but not unheard of either.
3) Yes.
4) Again, a statement from an independent third party should help raise reasonable doubt.

It might not hurt for your friend to simply have a first attendance meeting with the Crown ...

I dont think its at all unreasonable to request more time to review the operators manual. I cant advise though when it would be most advantageous to make such a request.

In regards to the officers U-turn, it probably was unlawful unless there was signage exempting emergency vehicles. That being said, if the turn was made safely (regardless if ...

I'm not aware of any way to avoid the suspension, I believe it's automatic upon conviction.

Speak with the Crown and see if a plea deal to a lesser offence is possible, one that doesn't carry the automatic suspension.

I'm sure the Crown would be willing to offer you a plea deal to a much less serious charge. I'd request a first attendance meeting, see if you like the offer and go from there.

I am under the age of 21 - according to new law i could be looking at a 30 day license suspension and a fine of up to 500.00$ IF CONVICTED.

The police officer didn't say anything about me being convicted or any fines that i would have to pay more then the 150$ license re-in-statement - so does this mean when i go into the MTO that i'm gonna get ...

Im assuming youre asking in regards to your no insurance charge. The HTA grants you six days to register the vehicle upon becoming owner, so I would say registration is not required to show ownership.

That being said, in your particular scenario I think youre going to have an uphill battle convincing everyone that you had lawfully purchased the ...

Failure to report doesn't require the accident to occur on a roadway, it can be anywhere, even private property.

Your chances of fighting the tickets are dependent on the strength of the police evidence, something that can't be judged based just on your post. I'd suggest hiring a paralegal to represent you, as both charges are quite serious.

The 30 day suspension is in addition to the roadside suspension. If you're found guilty, your licence is suspended for another 30 days.

The charge is correct as it's illegal to make a turn from the incorrect lane, regardless if traffic wouldn't let you in.

In terms of demerit points/fine, the only way to see about getting it reduced is to request a first attendance meeting with the Crown and see what they offer.