A seatbelt ticket can appear minor at first glance but, as you’ll discover in our video series, there’s more to these tickets than meets the eye. Read More
Section 106 of the Highway Traffic Act in Ontario addresses seat belt use. If you are caught driving without a seat belt, a police officer can issue a ticket with a $200 fine plus a victim fine surcharge. In some cases, you may receive a summons to attend court, where...
A common misconception among Ontario drivers is that seatbelt tickets cannot be fought. However, legal defences exist and if correctly leveraged, depending on the specifics of your case, can be successful. Understanding the Law Found in Section 106...
A seatbelt violation in Ontario results in two demerit points on your driving record. However, there's a notable aspect you should be aware of: in Ontario, a seatbelt charge is considered a non-moving violation, and such charges typically do not entail demerit...
We have the skill and experience to help drivers just like you, all while protecting your best interests in the process. We provide free, no obligation, confidential consultations. We help drivers throughout Ontario, including in Kitchener, Georgetown, London, and Windsor, or from our home office in Cambridge. To start a free consultation, text a copy of your ticket to 226-240-2480 or email a copy to help@otdlegal.ca. Once we receive a copy of your ticket, we will call you. As always, we can also be contacted toll-free by calling 1-844-647-6869.
If you’ve received a traffic ticket while driving in Ontario but live in another province or U.S. state, it’s important to understand that the consequences may follow you home and impact your driving record. Ontario has reciprocal agreements with all Canadian...
Hoping for the best outcome in Ontario traffic court? Success is possible - but it depends on more than just showing up. The most favorable results include full dismissal of the charge, withdrawal before trial, or reduced charges with lower fines and no demerit...
Not every traffic stop by police is lawful - knowing your rights can make all the difference. A traffic stop becomes an unlawful detention if police don’t have proper grounds, go beyond the original reason for the stop, or prolong it unreasonably. In Ontario, police...
