Posts Tagged ‘Impaired Driving’

Government Aiming to Introduce Random Breathalyzer Tests for Impaired Driving

The federal government plans to make random roadside breath tests a reality in Ontario and other Canadian provinces.

Ontario Drinking and Driving Offences: Three Possible Charges

“Impaired Driving” is a term used frequently on this blog, but it’s actually just one of several charges that can be laid against you when you’re suspected of driving under the influence. The other two are driving “over 80,” and refusing to provide a breath sample.

New Interlock Laws for Drinking and Driving Charges

Effective August 1, the Criminal Code of Canada has been reworked to give first-time impaired driving offenders an alternative to a 12-month driving suspension.

Ottawa Lawyers Review New Proposed Impaired Driving Law

First-time convicted impaired drivers who used to face a license suspension of 12 months, may soon be back on the road in three months.  However, to be eligible for the shortened suspension, they must first plead guilty.

They must also…

Defending Drunk Driving Charges in Ontario

Criminal defence lawyer Richard Auger has defended many clients charged with motor vehicle offences, including impaired driving, driving “over 80″ and refusal to provide a breath sample.

Call us at 613- 233-4529 so we can use our experience to help…

Impaired Driving Conviction Against Naked Woman

The Ottawa Citizen reports that a convicted impaired driver who greeted police at her door naked after leaving an accident scene may receive a jail sentence if the assistant Crown attorney’s submissions are accepted. The accident took place on Highway 174 in November 2006.  The defence lawyer was…

How Do I Choose a Lawyer for my Impaired Driving Case?

It is not easy to pick an impaired driving lawyer when you are not a lawyer yourself. In many ways, they all look the same. But are they? Here are some facts to consider:

Fact #1

Not all lawyers have…

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26 Ways the Charter Protects You – Twenty-Six Facts About the Charter and You

Make sure your criminal defence lawyer protects your constitutional rights when you are charged with a criminal offence.

You have:

  1. the right to remain silent.
  2. the right to a lawyer, including the right to consult that lawyer

Ottawa Lawyer – Impaired Driving In Ottawa

As we approach the last weekend before school starts in Ottawa, we all want to relax and enjoy the outdoors, the BBQ and maybe a few beers.  Remember the end of August and the beginning of September are two very busy…

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