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Education5 min read

What Is an Early Resolution Meeting? Ontario Traffic Ticket Guide

Most traffic tickets in Ontario never go to a full trial. The early resolution meeting is where the real action happens and where paralegals get the best outcomes for their clients.

May 26, 2026Read
Guides5 min read

Got a Speeding Ticket on the 401? Here's What to Do

The 401 is one of the most heavily patrolled highways in Canada. Officers use laser and radar regularly, and fines are significant. Here's how to respond to a 401 speeding ticket.

May 23, 2026Read
Guides5 min read

Careless Driving in Ontario: The Most Dangerous Charge on Your Ticket

Careless driving under s.130 of the HTA is a catch-all charge officers use when they can't pin down a specific offence. It carries 6 demerit points, up to a $2,000 fine, and a possible licence suspension.

May 21, 2026Read
Guides4 min read

What Happens If You Miss Your Court Date in Ontario?

Missing a court date on a traffic ticket in Ontario does not make the charge disappear. Here's exactly what happens and what you can do about it.

May 19, 2026Read
Education4 min read

How to Read an Ontario Traffic Ticket (POA Form 1)

The document in your hand is a Provincial Offences Act Form 1. Here's what every box means, what's legally important, and what errors could get your charge dropped.

May 17, 2026Read
Guides5 min read

Distracted Driving in Ontario: Fines, Points, and How to Fight It

Ontario's distracted driving laws are among the strictest in Canada. A first conviction can cost over $1,000 in fines plus years of insurance increases. Here's what you need to know.

May 14, 2026Read
Guides6 min read

Stunt Driving in Ontario: What s.172 Means for You

Stunt driving charges are not like a regular speeding ticket. Police can seize your car on the spot and suspend your licence before you've even seen a judge. Here's what to do.

May 10, 2026Read
Guides5 min read

What to Do After Getting a Traffic Ticket in Ontario

Got pulled over? Before you pay anything, read this. Paying the fine is the most common and most expensive mistake Ontario drivers make.

May 5, 2026Read
Insurance5 min read

How a Traffic Ticket Affects Your Car Insurance in Ontario

The fine is just the beginning. A single conviction can raise your premiums for years. Here's exactly how Ontario insurers treat traffic tickets, and why fighting back often pays.

April 28, 2026Read
Education6 min read

Ontario Demerit Points Explained: A Complete Driver's Guide

Most Ontario drivers only have a vague idea of how demerit points work. Here's everything you need to know: thresholds, timelines, and how to protect your licence.

April 14, 2026Read

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