Okanagan drivers aren’t scared to put the pedal to the metal on highways, a risk that comes with a hefty consequence.
The statement comes as the Kelowna B.C. Highway Patrol releases that they have impounded hundreds of cars already this year in response to excessive speeding and aggressive driving.
“The number of vehicle compounds is quite staggering in the Kelowna area,” said Cpl. Michael McLaughlin.
“An excessive speeding ticket is significant, you are looking at a $368 fine, three penalty points on your driving record and a minimum seven-day impoundment,” said Kyla Lee, lawyer.
“In addition, an excessive speeding ticket will also trigger the excessive driver risk premium which is a $340 a year premium for three years.”
Lee says that drivers can dispute the ticket but it will still come at a cost.
“If you are successful in your dispute of an excessive speeding ticket, you do not get your impound fees reimbursed to you,” said Lee.
