Getting convicted of a traffic violation doesn't necessarily mean the end of your legal options. While it's always better to fight a traffic ticket before conviction, there are still legal avenues available to challenge a conviction after it's been entered. Whether...
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In our appeals blog, we explore the ins and outs of how appeals in Ontario work. The legal system allows you the opportunity to challenge an unfair conviction, dispute excessive penalties, or correct legal errors that may have affected your case. We delve into all of these topics and demonstrate how appeals form a critical aspect of the legal process in Canada.
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The Most Common Reasons Appeals Succeed (and Fail)
If you’ve been convicted of a traffic offence you believe was unfair, you may have the right to appeal, but timing and legal grounds are critical. You only have 30 days from the conviction date to file an appeal. This deadline is strict and non-negotiable. Appeals...
Fighting a Ticket Based on Road Conditions or Poor Signage
Fighting a traffic ticket in Ontario due to poor road conditions or bad signage? You might have a solid defence if you know what to look for. Quick Takeaways: Road conditions can be a valid defence: Sudden hazards like black ice, potholes, or poor visibility -...
Appeal Court Ruling Regarding Ontario Police Officers Correcting Errors On A Ticket
On January 19, 2017 the Court of Appeal For Ontario released a ruling in the matters of Amatal Wadood and Douglas Davis. In these two cases, the involved Police Officers had made corrections to their copies of the tickets filed with the court after having...
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What To Say At An Early Resolution Meeting
AtIt's one of the most common questions from drivers who decide to handle a traffic ticket on their own. You've got an early resolution meeting coming up. You want to say the right thing. You're hoping to get the charge withdrawn or at least reduced to something less...
What To Do If You’re Pulled Over By Police
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbb0GYoDIxQ It's a question that comes up regularly - from parents of new drivers, from people who've never been pulled over and from drivers who want to know they're handling it right before it ever happens. What do you actually do...
Things To Never Say When Police Pull You Over
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65HbrsqYSPE When a police officer signals you to stop, pull over safely and use your turn signal. Once stopped, stay in your car unless instructed otherwise. Then, prepare your driver's license, vehicle registration, and proof of...







