Toronto Criminal Law Blog

Is a DUI a Felony Offence in Canada?

28 August, 2026 ​"Clients faced with serious DUI charges because of an accident, injuries, or death tend to ask us if they are being charged with a 'felony,'" says TorontoDUI co-founding partner Jeff Mass. "I usually tell such clients that it could be treated as a felony offence in the U.S., but that Canada does not classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanours."

How Much Does a DUI Really Cost in Ontario?—The Full Breakdown

27 July, 2026

“When a potential client asks, ‘What is the cost of a DUI in Ontario?’” says TorontoDUI co-founding partner Robbie Tsang, I generally respond by saying “it depends on whether you’re convicted or not. Is a DUI expensive? As to the related question of “is ...

How to Appeal a DUI Conviction in Ontario

23 June, 2026 If you find yourself in a situation in which you believe that you've been unjustly convicted or sentenced in an Ontario DUI case, the first thing you need to know is that you'll need to react quickly. There is a strict, 30-day deadline for filing a Notice of Appeal, with the clock starting on the sentencing date.

MADD: Mothers Against Drunk Driving - What You Need to Know

21 May, 2026 The MADD roadside memorials have been popping up on provincial highways across the country for the past two decades. With impaired drivers continuing to kill over 1,000 Canadians annually, there’s little doubt that MADD Canada will continue to erect the drunk-driving victim tributes.

Can You Get a DUI on an ATV in Canada?

25 April, 2026 Any motorized vehicle, be it ATV, snowmobile, tractor, riding mower, golf cart, boat, etc., can subject its driver to DUI charges if they drive it while impaired. Let’s review what the law says about getting a DUI on an ATV in Canada and address the most frequently asked questions about the issue.