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by Stanton
Mon Apr 08, 2013 11:36 am
Forum: General Talk
Topic: Fatal Error
Replies: 12
Views: 2918

Re: Fatal Error

What do you mean by nothing else? No City, Township, etc. could be problematic, but a lack of cross street is not. The only time cross streets are typically listed is when the offence is related to an intersection (i.e. failing to stop at a red light). On speeding tickets, typically only the street where the offence occurred is listed.
by Stanton
Mon Apr 08, 2013 11:34 am
Forum: Courts and Procedure
Topic: Out of town trial, no disclosure, trial April 11?
Replies: 17
Views: 7240

Re: Out of town trial, no disclosure, trial April 11?

Now..can I request for disclosure via mail again because its not his job to send me the documents..? The prosecutor seemed clever enough to give disclosure at the trial..can i send a request again via mail since thats what i initially requested?

I cant see there being any requirement for the Crown to resend disclosure directly to you. Your ...
by Stanton
Sun Apr 07, 2013 9:58 pm
Forum: Careless Driving
Topic: Fell asleep while driving yet safety measures were taken
Replies: 3
Views: 3773

Re: Fell asleep while driving yet safety measures were taken

I personally dont think your defence would hold up in Court. Most of the relevant case law Im familiar with states that a driver who falls asleep is not displaying the due care required to operate a motor vehicle. Drivers should be aware of their state of alertness and reasonably know if theyre able to safely operate a motor vehicle. You took some ...
by Stanton
Sun Apr 07, 2013 9:27 pm
Forum: General Talk
Topic: Is it legal to drive with trunk open using bungee cords?
Replies: 2
Views: 20813

Re: Is it legal to drive with trunk open using bungee cords?

Yes, it should be legal, so long as the load and contents of the trunk remain secure.

From the HTA

(2) No person shall operate or permit to be operated upon a highway a motor vehicle that carries a load or draws a vehicle that carries a load unless the load is loaded, bound, secured, contained or covered so that no portion of the load may become ...
by Stanton
Sat Apr 06, 2013 7:35 pm
Forum: General Talk
Topic: Driver's License
Replies: 3
Views: 1980

Re: Driver's License

Typically conditions on a licence are explained in plain English on the back. I believe the "N" condition refers to a requirement for the operator to have a hearing device, but it only applies out of the Province or out of the Country with commercial vehicles. I think if you require a hearing device to drive in Ontario it shows a condition "D".
by Stanton
Thu Apr 04, 2013 11:08 am
Forum: Stunt Driving
Topic: Stunt driving at 155 on 400
Replies: 5
Views: 4487

Re: Stunt driving at 155 on 400

A quick Google of that name links to all sorts of scam and fraud allegations. For any posters seriously considering his services I'd point out that reputable paralegals have no need to spam this board for business.

I also find it interesting that he promises 100% refund if not successful. So give him the cash up front and hope he's honest. :?
by Stanton
Thu Apr 04, 2013 10:51 am
Forum: Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
Topic: Parking lot accident
Replies: 3
Views: 2506

Re: Parking lot accident

1) You'd have to check your policy, but many companies require you to report all accidents.
2 & 3) Most likely you could pay out of pocket to repair both vehicles yourself.
4) Even though you can't be charged on private property, insurance fault determination rules still apply. You're 100% at fault when you strike someone from behind.
by Stanton
Tue Apr 02, 2013 12:17 pm
Forum: Exceeding the speed limit by 50 km/h or more
Topic: 160 in a 80 zone, HOW F'D AM I?
Replies: 5
Views: 6605

Re: 160 in a 80 zone, HOW F'D AM I?

I dont believe there is any mandatory suspension for stunt driving, but on a first offence you MAY be suspended for up to two years. In terms of plea deals, I typically see the Crown dropping the stunt driving charge (with minimum $2,000 fine and possible suspension and jail time) in exchange for pleading to the speeding charge as is (80 over in ...
by Stanton
Fri Mar 29, 2013 2:31 pm
Forum: Failing to obey a stop sign, traffic control stop/slow sign, traffic light or railway crossing signal
Topic: Can I appeal after I was found guilty and paid the fine?
Replies: 2
Views: 1919

Re: Can I appeal after I was found guilty and paid the fine?


Do I have a chance to an appeal?

I don't believe so. Courts will reopen matters if you were never sent notice of trial or were unable to make make it to Court for a legitimate reason (i.e. hospitalized with an illness).

Here's the section from the Provincial Offences Act that deals with reopening matters:
Reopening
Application to strike out ...
by Stanton
Mon Mar 25, 2013 5:33 pm
Forum: Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
Topic: trying to dig out of the hole
Replies: 4
Views: 2213

Re: trying to dig out of the hole

The insurance company will see what you were charged with and the date of the offence. They will not see which vehicle you were operating.

And obviously by telling you this, I'm not encouraging you to chance driving without insurance again. You're extremely lucky you didn't get caught surrendering a cancelled policy slip, as you really would be up ...
by Stanton
Mon Mar 25, 2013 5:30 pm
Forum: Stunt Driving
Topic: Driving 183 on the 401
Replies: 5
Views: 3315

Re: Driving 183 on the 401

Agreed that professional representation is your best option.

And since you received a summons, not a ticket, the incorrect date is irrelevant.
by Stanton
Mon Mar 25, 2013 5:27 pm
Forum: Driving While Suspended
Topic: License Suspension + Insurance Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 22083

Re: License Suspension + Insurance Questions

It really varies depending on your provider and policy.
by Stanton
Mon Mar 25, 2013 12:49 pm
Forum: Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
Topic: trying to dig out of the hole
Replies: 4
Views: 2213

Re: trying to dig out of the hole

1) They will see your conviction, but they will have no idea what vehicle you were operating or if you were insured.

2) I suppose it's possible but I've never heard of it happening. They would have to notify the police who would have to investigate it. I'd say you got a very lucky break.

I can't recall, but you may need to get a safety ...
by Stanton
Mon Mar 25, 2013 12:41 pm
Forum: Driving While Suspended
Topic: License Suspension + Insurance Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 22083

Re: License Suspension + Insurance Questions

ADLS is the 90 day suspension you get if charged with impaired (not convicted).

DL histories are forever, but insurance companies are only allowed to go back a few years.
by Stanton
Sun Mar 24, 2013 11:24 pm
Forum: Criminal Offences
Topic: DUI with G1
Replies: 13
Views: 8737

Re: DUI with G1

G1, G2 or full G licences are all treated the same with Criminal offences and if youre convicted, the consequences are pretty serious.

The Criminal Code considers refusing to provide a sample of your breath the same as being over the legal limit. First time offence is a minimum $1,000 fine, minimum 1 year driving prohibition (or 3 months if opt ...