The Momentary Lapse Defence, and Why It Usually Does Not Work: Lessons from R. v. Chung

People charged with dangerous driving often ask a version of the same question. I made one mistake. I was not driving like that for long. Does that really count?

The Supreme Court of Canada answered that question in R. v. Chung, and the answer is mostly no. Understanding that answer is important if you are charged with dangerous driving, particularly in a case involving a collision.

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