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DUI Penalties & Consequences: 14 plain-language guides from Toronto DUI lawyer Jonathan Lapid, drawn from 25 years of defending impaired-driving charges in GTA courts.
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DUI Penalties & ConsequencesThe Consequences Of A DUI Are Severe – Be PreparedWith the consequences of a DUI being so severe, finding an experienced and seasoned DUI lawyer will be the best way to secure a good defense.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesWhat Is the 90-Day ADLS Licence Suspension in Ontario?The 90-day ADLS is an immediate Ontario licence suspension for an over 80 reading, a refusal or a drug evaluation finding, separate from your criminal case.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesDo You Go to Jail for a First DUI in Ontario?Usually not. A first DUI in Ontario has no mandatory jail, only a minimum $1,000 fine, but a high reading, a collision or an injury can put jail on the table.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesDriving While Disqualified: What It Actually Means and Why It’s Treated So SeriouslyIn Toronto, driving while disqualified is a serious offence. This guide explains the charges, 2026 penalties, and your defence options.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesWill I Lose My Licence for a First DUI in Ontario?Yes. A first DUI in Ontario brings an immediate 90-day licence suspension, then a 1-year prohibition and suspension on conviction. Here is how it works.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesToronto DUI Case: Uber Driver Charged on the JobA real Toronto DUI case involving an Uber driver with a passenger in the car. Breaking down the consequences and how the defence works.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesCan I Travel to the U.S. if I Have a DUI Charge?Avoid getting disappointed at the U.S. border, prepare everything beforehand and learn if you can travel to U.S. with DUI charge.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesWhat To Do If You’re Facing DUI Penalties In TorontoFinding a lawyer that has experience in DUI penalties is the first step in defending against the severe punishment that can haunt you for life.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesThe Effect of DUIs on Auto InsuranceThe consequences of a DUI in relation to auto insurance is one of the biggest questions on the minds of those who are charged with a DUI ...
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesHow Does Drinking and Driving Affect Your LifeDrinking and driving isn’t just an extremely dangerous thing to do – it can have extreme consequences, going beyond losing your license.
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesHow Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Driving Record in CanadaA lot can happen in life and driving under the influence is no exception. So how long does a DUI stay on your driving record in Canada?
DUI Penalties & ConsequencesLegal Consequences of Impaired Driving for Ontario G2 DriversLearn about the legal consequences of breaching the alcohol limit for G2 drivers. With us, you can avoid license suspensions, fines, etc.