Hearing an Ontario judge declare “case dismissed” is music to the ears of anyone charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and/or drugs. And if Greater Toronto Area police have recently arrested you for a DUI, you’re probably wondering how you ...
If you've heard the terms "driving while disqualified" or "operation while prohibited," you probably assume they are the same as "driving while your license is suspended." "Suspended?" "Disqualified?" "While prohibited?" What's the diff, right?
There is a big difference, and the Greater Toronto ...
The quick answer is no. It is unlikely that you’ll be sentenced to jail for a first-time DUI in Ontario. However, there are many things to keep in mind.
If Canadian police arrest you for a first-time driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol ...
As a frequent reader of our Knowledge Centre criminal law blog, you’re probably familiar with the penalties and other aggravations that come with a first-time driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and/or drugs conviction in Ontario. If not, here’s a recap ...
If Canadian police arrest you for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, you’re probably going to have a lot to worry about. In the near term, you might wonder how long police will hold you in custody, how you’ll get ...