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How long is too long for your traffic ticket trial?

Most people are aware of the colloquial “right to a speedy trial.” This is included in the Canadian Charter under Section 11(b) which states ‘any person charged with an offence has the right: to be tried within a reasonable time.’

A ruling by the Supreme Court of Canada in 2016, in the case, called R v. Jordan, guarantees everyone has the right to a trial in a reasonable time.

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Why Does It Matter to Have a Lawyer in Traffic Court?

I wrote earlier this week about traffic court in BC and the disturbing changes that are on the horizon that appear to be aimed at banning lawyers from traffic court hearings.

I’ve received a ton of feedback from members of the public, most of whom are increasingly concerned about the use of these administrative processes to strip away constitutional rights. But some people are also confused – genuinely – about why it would really matter if you did not have a lawyer in traffic court.

Here’s what I have to say about that.

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BC Traffic Court Update

With the Covid-19 omicron variant currently spreading rapidly, an update has been provided from the BC provincial courts regarding in-person hearings.

All traffic court hearings scheduled between January 10 to January 28 have been automatically adjourned, the BC provincial courts have decided to ensure the safety of everyone and to limit in-person hearings at this unpredictable time.

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Pitfalls of Self-Representation in Traffic Court

Traffic court is a very confusing and often frightening place for self-represented litigants. Unfortunately, that can sometimes result in people being taken advantage of by police officers who are trained in the law and rules of evidence in traffic court. It can also result in people not knowing when the court is making a legally incorrect ruling.

A recent BC Supreme Court traffic ticket appeal case demonstrates some of the pitfalls of being unrepresented in a system that can feel stacked against you.

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