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First Offence DUI in Ontario: What the Charge Means and What Happens Next

Facing a first offence DUI in Ontario? See what the charge can involve, early licence steps, and typical next stages, then speak with defence counsel.

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If You Get a DUI in Canada, Can You Still Drive in Another Country?

n most cases, no, not while your licence is suspended, and not without considering immigration and local laws. A DUI (impaired driving) in Canada can trigger a driving prohibition t…

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Alcohol Involved in Many Canadian Boating-Related Deaths

IntroBoating under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious issue in Canada, often contributing to fatal accidents. The legal consequences for impaired boating can be just as…

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Untangling the Presence of Alcohol and Drugs in Fatally Injured Drivers in Canada

When Canadian media reports on impaired driving fatalities, they frequently refer to Canada as having the “worst rate of drunk driving deaths in the developed world.” The reporting …

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Can You Get a DUI Criminal Record Removed in Canada?

Among all the penalties one typically receives when convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and/or drugs charges in Canada, one stands out as particularly onerous.…

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Can You Get a DUI for Driving After Drinking Too Much Coffee?

IntroWhile driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal, could drinking too much coffee result in a DUI charge? It’s unlikely but technically possible in Canada under…

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Is It Possible to Get Car Insurance After a DUI in Ontario?

Yes, but you will be classified as a high-risk driver, and your options will be limited and significantly more expensive. After a DUI (impaired driving) conviction in Ontario, most…

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Will I Have to Serve Jail Time for My DUI in Ontario

When people charged with DUI (driving under the influence) offences in Ontario consult with our Toronto-area criminal lawyers, they typically want to know if they will have to serve…

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Can You Get a DUI for Sleeping Drunk in Your Car in Canada?

Yes, you can be charged even if you were asleep and the vehicle was not moving. Under Canadian law, the issue is not whether you were driving, but whether you had “care or control” …

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What Does “BAC” Stand For?

If you are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol in the Greater Toronto Area, the acronym “BAC” will likely play a leading role in subsequent legal proceedings. …

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Can You Be Charged with DUI on an Electric Scooter?

Intro: You can be charged with a DUI on an electric scooter in Ontario. Even though e-scooters are banned in some areas, operating one while impaired still falls under DUI laws. He…

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What Happens to Repeat DUI Offenders in Ontario?

Most people would agree that penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs in Ontario are severe and assume that the even harsher penalties for repeat DUI offe…

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How to Beat DUI Charges in Ontario

When people charged with drinking and driving (D&D) offences in Ontario contact our Toronto-area law offices for help, their first questions typically revolve around whether the cha…

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