Toronto Criminal Law Blog

Underage DUI: Consequences and Penalties in Ontario

8 April, 2021

Legal penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) in Ontario are severe, but underage and newly licensed drivers face tougher DUI-related restrictions that result in additional penalties if broken. Ontario Drivers under the age of 21, as well as newly licensed drivers of any age ...

What are the Chances of Winning a DUI Case in Ontario?

19 March, 2021

When people charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Ontario find out how severe the penalties are if convicted, they usually want to know what their chances are of beating the charges. Naturally, the answer depends upon numerous factors as each DUI case is ...

Holiday DUI Arrests and What You Need to Know About Ontario’s RIDE Program

29 December, 2020

Ontario's RIDE (Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere) program kicked into gear on November 21. This has likely led to an increase in recent DUI arrests as Toronto-area police perform more roadside checks than usual to specifically target drivers who may be under the influence of ...

How to Get Ontario DUI Charges Dropped or Settled in Your Favor

16 November, 2020 Many people charged with drinking and driving (D&D) offences in Ontario are surprised to discover how severe the penalties are if they are convicted in court.

Can You Be Charged With DUI Months Later?

3 November, 2020 While most people who contact our Toronto-area law offices to consult about drinking and driving (D&D) offences in Ontario have already been charged with DUI (driving under the influence), we sometimes receive inquiries from people who have not been charged. This typically involves questions from people who wonder whether they can be charged with a DUI after the fact.