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While you have a constitutional right to dispute a traffic ticket, and while you are permitted to represent yourself in doing so, there are many good reasons why you should not take this approach. Disputing a traffic ticket on your own can be a huge mistake. 

The consequences of speeding tickets and other traffic tickets in British Columbia can include fines, demerit points, insurance increases, and driving prohibitions. To avoid facing these consequences not only do you need to have a good understanding of the various consequences of the Motor Vehicle Act but also the collateral consequences that often occur after a ticket is resolved. 

Should I dispute a traffic ticket without a lawyer? Read More »

The most common traffic tickets in BC are speeding tickets, distracted driving tickets, and tickets for not complying with driver’s license restrictions. All of these tickets carry significant consequences in terms of fines, possible insurance rate increases, and driver penalty points. 

In this blog post we break down some of the most common tickets and how they can be defended. 

What are the most common traffic tickets in BC? Read More »

You have received a violation ticket and are preparing for the hearing. As a disputant, you are entitled to know the evidence that the issuing officer is going to rely on to prove that you committed the offence that you were issued a ticket for.

How do I request disclosure on my traffic ticket case?Read More »