Fail To remain

Fail to Remain incidents under the Highway Traffic Act carry severe penalties, including:

• Jail time of up to 6 months
• Fines ranging from $400 to $2,000
• 7 demerit points on your driving record
• 30-day suspension for G1 and G2 drivers
• Possible license suspension for up to 2 years for all drivers
• Potential 100% increase in insurance rates

Fail to Remain incidents can also lead to penalties under the Criminal Code of Canada, including:

• Fines
• A criminal record that lasts a lifetime
• License suspension or prohibition for 1 to 3 years
• Jail time of up to 5 years for serious offenses or incidents
• Possible probation, restitution, or other conditions

To avoid these serious consequences, it is crucial to seek legal assistance promptly.

When a fail to remain accident occurs, police investigations may proceed in various ways:

• An officer may attend the accident scene, conduct an investigation, and contact you directly.
• An officer may attend the accident scene, complete a report, and forward it to a detective for further investigation.
• The driver involved may go to a Collision Reporting Centre to file a report.

In instances of fail to remain accidents, police may initiate immediate follow-up actions, or it may take time for detectives to investigate the matter and reach out to you. Prompt action and cooperation with law enforcement are essential in these situations.