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Received a Speeding Ticket in Ottawa? Here's What You Need to Know If you've recently received a speeding ticket in Ottawa, you're facing a decision that thousands of other drivers in the nation's capital confront every year. According to NextLaw's analysis of Ontario court data, Ottawa issued 1,288,302 speeding charges between 2015 and 2025—making it the second-highest ticketing jurisdiction in Ontario, trailing only Toronto. That's an extraordinary number that reflects just how seriously Ottawa takes speed enforcement. The choice between paying your ticket and fighting it isn't straightforward. Understanding the true costs—the fine itself, the impact on your insurance rates, demerit points, and your driving record—is essential before making that decision. Ottawa Speeding Enforcement: A Dramatic Transformation Ottawa's approach to speeding enforcement has undergone a radical transformation over the past decade. Jon Cohen, who has represented thous...

Received a Speeding Ticket in Toronto? Here's What You Need to Know If you've just received a speeding ticket in Toronto, you're far from alone. According to NextLaw's analysis of Ontario court data, Toronto issued 2,410,582 speeding charges between 2015 and 2025—more than any other jurisdiction in the province. That's an average of over 219,000 tickets per year, with enforcement reaching unprecedented levels in recent years. The question facing every Toronto driver who receives a speeding ticket is the same: should you simply pay the fine, or is it worth fighting? The answer depends on understanding the real costs involved—not just the fine itself, but the long-term impact on your insurance rates, demerit points, and driving record. Toronto Speeding Enforcement: The Numbers Tell the Story Toronto's speeding enforcement has changed dramatically over the past decade. Jon Cohen, who has represented thousands of speeding cases across the GTA, has tracked th...

A common concern about when you were pulled over for Stunt - "How does the way that I interacted with the officer affect my case?" It can actually have a big impact on your case.  The way in which you interact with the officer is recorded in the officer's notes at the roadside, and then submitted later to the courts in the form of "disclosure" or evidence.  The evidence has all the information about your roadside charge - The radar reading - the radar calibration - officer interaction - all other details of the charge I didn't believe the officer caught me at the rate of speed.  Something was wrong. Arguing with the officer at the roadside as ZERO benefit.  Once the officer determines that you were Stunt Driving, they have authority to charge you, impound your car, and suspend your license.  Arguing does not change this.  Also, the officer generally does not even have to show you the radar or speed reading.  They simply issue the ticket, an...

This article directly addresses the new stunt driving laws in Ontario - The MOMS Act (Moving Ontarians More Safely) act will focus more on what you can do BEFORE you get to court, rather than the court process itself. You can read more on the series here: - Lesson #1 - Passing Cars - Lesson #2 - Emergencies - Lesson #3 - The Radar Device - Lesson #4 - The Police Officer - Lesson #5 - Following Traffic - Lesson #6 - Speed Limit Changes - Lesson #7 - 30-Day Suspension My firm, NextLaw.ca, defends over 500 clients each year with Stunt Driving charges in Ontario, which means we do more than double that in phone calls.  So I have compiled the most common instances of confusion clients experience when they are charged at the roadside with Stunt Driving First, understand how the law "sees" your Stunt Driving charge What I am about to say next is not my personal viewpoint.  Rather it is coming from the way in which the Province of Ontario, the Prosecutor,...

How to Beat Stunt Driving Charges: The Spirit of the Law Strategy When Ontario drivers search for ways to beat stunt driving charges, fight charges successfully, or get charges withdrawn, they discover that winning requires more than just challenging radar accuracy or procedural technicalities. As Ontario's premier stunt driving legal representative, Jon Cohen at Nextlaw employs a sophisticated legal strategy called "spirit of the law" arguments that achieve charge withdrawals and reductions in cases where strict technical application would create consequences the legislation never intended. According to Jon Cohen's analysis of over 800 annual stunt driving cases across Ontario's 53 Provincial Offences Act courts, spirit of the law arguments prove essential for beating charges when defendants don't fit the dangerous street racer profile that Section 172 was designed to remove from Ontario roads. Ontario's stunt driving enforcement has intensified drama...

What to Do After Receiving a 30-Day Stunt Driving Suspension in Ontario The burning question for most drivers: "I just got slapped with a 30-day Stunt Driving suspension, what's next?" Since September 11, 2021, Ontario has ramped up the penalties for Stunt Driving, upgrading from the previous 7-day suspension to a more substantial 30-day Stunt Driving suspension. This change can spell major inconveniences for those who find themselves facing this charge. How Do I Get My Car from Impound If I Can't Drive for 30 Days? Many drivers are puzzled by the logistics. Your car gets impounded for 14 days, yet your driving license is suspended for 30 days—what gives? Unfortunately, you won't be able to drive your car out of the impound lot yourself. You'll need a friend or family member to help retrieve your vehicle. Otherwise, you could incur steep fees for the additional 16 days, adding up to potentially thousands more in tow-yard expenses. The High Risks of Dri...