Fight Your Mississauga Speeding Ticket

In Mississauga, just like any vibrant urban area, traffic tickets are a frequent occurrence. Among these infractions, speeding stands out as a prevalent offense. A speeding ticket case in Mississauga can entail significant consequences for your driving record and insurance premiums. 

It’s important to understand the traffic laws that govern Mississauga traffic tickets, as there is a fine line between speeding and more serious violations, such as stunt driving or careless driving, which entail more severe penalties.  

If you’re seeking assistance to avoid a conviction or pursue an appeal, rely on OTD Ticket Defenders to support you and fight Mississauga traffic tickets. 

Speeding According to the Highway Traffic Act

The Highway Traffic Act (HTA) of Ontario defines speeding as the act of going above the posted speed limit on a given roadway. It’s worth noting that excessive speeding has the potential to escalate into more serious offenses:

Stunt Driving

Driving 40 km/h above the limit where the speed limit is less than 80 km/hr, 50 km/h above the limit in an area with an 80 km/hr or higher limit, or operating a motor vehicle at a speed of 150 km/hr or more is considered stunt driving. This violation can lead to an immediate suspension of your driver’s license, the impoundment of your vehicle, and substantial fines. If you’ve been issued a stunt driving ticket, please get in touch with us.

Careless Driving

Careless driving citations are typically given for erratic or perilous driving behavior, which can sometimes involve instances of speeding. This offense involves operating a vehicle without the necessary care and attention or without due regard for the safety of fellow road users. The consequences can include fines, the possibility of imprisonment, and even the suspension of your driver’s license. If you’ve received a careless driving ticket in Mississauga, don’t hesitate to reach out to OTD Legal for support.

The Consequences of Speeding in Mississauga, Ontario

Speeding violations can have widespread consequences, depending on the severity of the offence.

Fines

When it comes to speeding tickets, the fines are not one-size-fits-all. They depend on how much you’ve exceeded the speed limit. For minor speeding offences, the fine rate starts at $2.50 per km/h, while excessive speeding can result in fines exceeding $9.75 per km/h.

Insurance Premiums

Being convicted of speeding can result in increased insurance premiums. Insurance providers factor in the seriousness of the violation, along with your driving history, age, and license type, when calculating your rates. If you accumulate multiple speeding convictions, you may find it challenging to secure insurance in standard markets.

Demerit Points

Speeding convictions typically lead to the addition of demerit points on your driving record. The accumulation of these demerit points can ultimately result in the suspension of your driver’s license. Also, speeding convictions remain on your driving record for several years, shaping your driving history during that time.

Imprisonment

Extreme speeding and other hazardous driving practices can lead to incarceration, particularly when it results in harm to others or poses a substantial risk to road safety.

Speeding for Novice and Commercial Drivers

As it pertains to speeding violations, novice and commercial drivers operate under slightly different sets of rules:

Novice Drivers

Novice drivers who hold G1, G2, M1, or M2 licenses should take note of the additional penalties they may encounter. If they commit a single offence that carries four or more demerit points, it can potentially result in license suspension and, in some instances, license cancellation.

Commercial Drivers

For commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers, exercising caution regarding speeding offenses is key. The points on their Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) can escalate rapidly, and convictions have the potential to result in job termination, difficulties in finding new employment, and the risk of triggering an audit by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO).

How OTD Legal can Help with Mississauga Traffic Tickets

When it comes to speeding tickets, you can rely on OTD Legal as your trusted partner. Our skilled team specializes in traffic ticket defense. We have a deep understanding of the legal framework, the court processes, and the available legal defenses, and we are fully prepared to go to bat for you in challenging traffic citations.

Our array of legal services includes:

• Providing you with legal guidance tailored to your unique situation
• Standing in for you in Ontario court, eliminating the necessity for your personal attendance
• Managing all court-related document submissions, paperwork, and correspondence with court staff
• Engaging in negotiations with prosecutors 
• Examining legal arguments and defences to protect your rights