Careless Driving vs Dangerous Driving
The key difference between the two is the degree of severity in terms of conduct and penalties.
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Careless Driving Consequences
- Defined under the Highway Traffic Act.
- Involves driving without due care and attention or without reasonable consideration for other road users.
- Fines for careless driving range from $400 to $2,000.
- Conviction results in six demerit points added to the driver’s record.
- License suspension is possible, with suspension periods lasting up to two years.
- In extreme cases, imprisonment for up to six months may occur.
- Can lead to increased insurance premiums.
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Dangerous Driving Consequences
- Involves operating a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers the lives or safety of others on the road, demonstrating a willful disregard for the well-being of other road users.
- Fines for dangerous driving are determined by the judge and can vary widely, with no specific minimum or maximum amounts outlined in the Criminal Code.
- Conviction does not result in demerit points, as it is a criminal offence.
- License suspension of at least one year may occur upon conviction.
- Imprisonment is possible, ranging from up to two years for a first-time offence, up to 10 years if bodily harm is caused, and up to 14 years if the offence results in death.
- Can lead to a criminal record, impacting employment opportunities and insurance premiums.
Dangerous Driving
In Ontario, dangerous driving is a criminal offence with potentially severe consequences. Fines vary widely and are determined by the judge based on the offence’s severity and the driver’s record. Convicted individuals may face up to two years of imprisonment for a first-time offence, 10 years if causing bodily harm, and 14 years if causing death. Additionally, a minimum one-year driver’s license suspension is imposed, which can be extended depending on the circumstances. It is crucial for those charged with dangerous driving to contact a POINTTS™ Traffic Ticket Specialist to understand their rights and navigate the legal process.
Careless Driving
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At POINTTS™, we exclusively represent drivers who have been charged with traffic offences and are experts in this area of law.
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TRAFFIC TICKETS
- CARELESS DRIVING
- CARELESS DRIVING VS DANGEROUS DRIVING
- CVOR OFFENCES
- DANGEROUS DRIVING
- DEMERITS
- DISTRACTED DRIVING
- DISOBEY SIGN
- DRIVING UNDER SUSPENSION
- FOLLOW TOO CLOSE
- FAILING TO MOVE
- FAILING TO REMAIN
- FAILING TO REPORT
- FAIL TO STOP
- FAIL TO YIELD
- FAIL TO STOP FOR SCHOOL BUS
- HANDHELD DEVICE
- HOV LANE TICKET
- IMPROPER DRIVING
- MOVING ONTARIANS SAFELY ACT (MOMS ACT - BILL 282)
- NO INSURANCE
- NO LICENCE
- RACING A MOTOR VEHICLE
- SEATBELT
- SPEEDING
- STUNT DRIVING
- RECKLESS DRIVING
CRIMINAL OFFENCES
- ASSAULT
- CHARGED WITH CARELESS DRIVING
- IS CARELESS DRIVING A CRIMINAL OFFENCE?
- DANGEROUS OPERATION
- DRUG OFFENCES
- FAIL/REFUSE TO PROVIDE BREATH SAMPLE
- FAILURE TO STOP AFTER ACCIDENT
- FLIGHT FROM PEACE OFFICER
- FRAUD
- IMPAIRED DRIVING
- IMPAIRED DRIVING CAUSING BODILY HARM
- OVER 80MG
- OPERATION WHILE PROHIBITED
- THEFT
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