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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.October 24, 20264 min readDUI 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.September 23, 20265 min readDUI 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.September 23, 20265 min readDUI 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.September 23, 20266 min readDUI 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.September 23, 20265 min readDUI 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.July 23, 20266 min readDUI 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.July 16, 20264 min readDUI 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.June 30, 20262 min readDUI 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 ...June 13, 20265 min readDUI 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.May 26, 20268 min readDUI 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?March 14, 20264 min readDUI 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.March 7, 20264 min read