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Going to Jail for Driving While Prohibited

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One of the questions I am asked most frequently by clients who are charged with driving while prohibited is whether they can go to jail for driving while prohibited.

And, depending on the circumstances, a driving while prohibited charge in British Columbia can result in a jail sentence. So it is important to consult with a lawyer and understand whether you are at risk of going to jail, and in what circumstances a jail sentence can be imposed. …

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How to Dispute a Ticket in BC and Win

Traffic tickets in British Columbia can have serious consequences. From driver penalty points, to driver risk premiums, the consequences of a ticket are often a lot more than what is printed on the face of the ticket. After all, even one ticket may trigger a driving prohibition depending on your circumstances. 

And that’s why I am often asked by people for tips about how to dispute a ticket in BC and win. And while I think the best way to successfully dispute a ticket is to hire competent and experienced legal representation, the reality is that not everyone retains a lawyer. And, bear in mind, that no one and no strategy in traffic court can guarantee your success. The reality is that there is no surefire pathway to winning a ticket dispute.

But here are some useful tips that might help you to dispute a ticket in BC and win. …

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume One Hundred and One

This week on Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, we look at what can happen when Star Wars Day goes horribly awry. Then, we examine the case of a Florida lawyer who came up with a creative way to spread the word about pandemic danger. Finally, we examine a complaint about a conflict of interest that was actually really just a dispute over a parking stall.

Follow the jump to learn more about this week’s weirdest and wackiest legal cases from around the globe. …

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Voting Now Underway in the Bencher Election

I am running to be a Bencher for the Law Society of British Columbia. Voting begins today and runs until May 19, 2020. I am optimistic that I will be elected as Bencher, and I wanted to write this post to outline some of the myriad reasons why lawyers in the Vancouver county should vote for me. …

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Getting a Ticket in the Mail in BC

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A lot of people call me about their traffic ticket cases after receiving tickets in the mail. One of the first things they often ask me is whether the police can send you a ticket in the mail. And the answer surprises them.  

In British Columbia, there are two circumstances in which you can receive a traffic ticket in the mail. And, depending on your driver’s license and why you need it, you may want to seriously consider disputing these tickets.

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Weird and Wacky Wednesdays: Volume 100

It’s the 100th edition of Weird and Wacky Wednesdays, and can I just say… I can’t believe I have been doing this for that long. You know, this series started as a joke about something silly at the time and now it has grown into one hundred weeks of entertainment and, well, jokes.

First, we look at a case out of Quebec featuring a fantastic high-stakes bet that went awry. Then, we head to Florida for a Florida man that had the worst excuse to explain why there were firearms in his vehicle. And we look at the case of a Florida woman who used an unlikely weapon in an assault on her partner.

Follow the jump to read more of the weirdest and wackiest legal cases from around the globe! …

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How Red Light Camera and Speed Camera Tickets can affect Commercial Drivers

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Commercial drivers have unique considerations in determining whether to dispute tickets issued from red-light cameras or intersection speed cameras in British Columbia.

A lot of people call me and ask whether they should dispute a red light camera ticket or an intersection speed camera ticket. And the answer for most people is, it depends. But if you are a commercial driver, there is good reason to dispute these tickets. This is because red light camera tickets and intersection speed enforcement tickets can affect your National Safety Code profile. …

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Using a Driving Prohibition Appeal Letter Sample

Driving Prohibition Appeal Letter Sample

One of the most commonly-asked queries we get from individuals who are concerned about driving prohibition letters is whether we have a sample driving prohibition appeal letter that they can use to respond to the pending driving prohibition. A sample letter in response to the prohibition is often requested by people who are concerned about losing their licenses, but also concerned about legal fees.

While it is open to people to write in to dispute their driving prohibitions themselves, I do not recommend this approach. I also do not recommend – if you are doing it yourself – using a sample letter as the basis of your submissions. …

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Reopening Provincial Court While Maintaining Social Distancing

Right now, the BC Provincial Court is looking at options that will allow it to expand the current services it is offering while maintaining a safe environment for court staff, lawyers, judges, and the public. Committees have been formed and are meeting to discuss some options available.

And, as usual, no one asked me! I jest, as there would be no reason for anyone to ask me to join any committee. But as a lawyer who represents only a specific type of case, and deals with the vast majority of driving offences in the province, I thought I would share my thoughts from my specific perspective publicly.

As someone with a non-legal aid and mostly-driving practice, I also had some suggestions unique to these types of files because they touch on different areas than are covered by the people who are committee members.

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The Driver Improvement Program in BC

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A lot of people receive letters as a result of getting one, or several, tickets. These letters purport to refer the drivers to the “Driver Improvement Program.” But there is very little information about what the Driver Improvement Program in BC is, or how you complete the Driver Improvement Program.

This blog post helps to explain this program.  …

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