Ontario Highway Traffic Act

If the officer didn't file the ticket, it doesn't matter what option you selected. The Courts aren't able to do anything if the ticket isn't filed within 7 days.

Yes, the suspension will show on your abstract.

As you can see from the other thread youve posted in, there is some debate as to whether simply writing "speeding" without an actual speed is a fatal error. The opposite however is not true. Your ticket has the correct short form wording that is accepted by the Courts.

I'm in similar situation and confused with above answers. I believe my ticket has a fatal error on its face-offense not known to law. It says "speeding 75km/hr in posted 60km/hr zone" under did commit the offense of( as far as I'm concerned it should simply say "speeding") and below contrary of "Highway Traffic Act of Ontario Sec 128". Please ...

Contact your local courthouse and explain your situation. You'll have to attend, fill out some forms and speak with a Justice of the Peace. They can advise you what day/time a J.P. would be available.

Id disagree that not listing the actual speed is prejudicial to your defence. The alleged offence and section number are still shown on your ticket. The amount youre exceeding the speed limit by doesnt change the nature of the offence, just the set fine. Keep in mind Courts regularly allow reduced speeding tickets to be amended back up to the full ...

Take some time to do some research on the forum. Careless driving is a common ticket to receive when you're involved in an accident but it carries serious implications. You'll want to request disclosure and review the Crown's evidence, possibly hiring professional representation if you go to trial. Quite often you'll be offered a plea deal to a ...

captaintoronto wrote:I'm disappointed that the sign itself is sufficient. Can you think of anything else I can do to be prepared?

I'm not saying it's for certain, just that you'll have to research case law and be prepared to argue the point.

You can remain in the intersection until it's safe to compelte your turn. You simply can't enter an intersection on a red light.

Check your google map link, it's taking me to an intersection in California, USA.

1) Yes, 2 points.
2) There should be a bylaw for the sign, but the Courts often accept the sign itself as prima facie evidence of the bylaw.
3) Disclosure is a good place to start.

There is no jail time associated directly with the offence. If you're charged and convicted, you'll be looking at a $5,000 fine. If you fail to pay the fine your licence will be suspended. If you continued to drive once you're suspended, you could then face jail time for driving under suspension.

Insurance is expensive, but the Courts will not ...

Actually, since the charge falls under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act, the officer has up to three years to lay the charge.

I would say yes, you're still at fault. The solid or dashed lane markings aren't legally enforceable, they're more of a suggestion. Unless there was signage dictating a specific use for the lane, it would appear the other driver's pass was legal. Section 12(6) of the fault determination rules state the following:
If automobile "B" is leaving a ...

Now because I ran the light with so much time after it turned red, I'm wondering if I should try early resolution again or just pay the full fine? I read about there being a very very very small percentage (0.3%) of people who "fight" these tickets actually get their fines increased. Would these be people that plead not guilty? If I plead guilty ...

Ynotp is correct. I cant speak to your personal observations, but the plea deal should somehow relate to the actual offence. Keep in mind that the Justice of the Peace could ask for a synopsis of what happened leading up to the charge, so if the offence doesnt fit what happened, a conviction cant be registered. In your case I dont know what ...