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The Top Misconceptions about Traffic Tickets Debunked

As Quebec drivers, we have all received a traffic ticket at some point in our lives. Whether it's for speeding, running a red light, or any other violation, traffic tickets can be a frustrating and inconvenient experience. However, there are many mi…

Navigating the Legalities of Photo Radar & Photo Red Light tickets in Quebec

With advancements in technology, traffic cameras and automated ticketing systems have become increasingly common on Quebec's roads. These systems are designed to enhance road safety and enforce traffic laws. However, understanding the legalities sur…

The Impact of Traffic Violations on Your Driving Record and Insurance Rates in Quebec

Traffic violations can have significant consequences for Quebec drivers, extending beyond immediate penalties. They can heavily impact your driving record and even influence your insurance rates. In this article, we will explore the connection betwe…

Your Rights When Pulled Over for a Traffic Violation in Quebec

Being pulled over by the police for a traffic violation can be a stressful experience. It's important to know your rights to protect yourself and ensure that you are treated fairly during such situations. In this article, we will explore your rights…

Ticket911.ca: Our Success Stories and How We've Helped Over 100,000 Cases

Over the years, Ticket911.ca has become the largest leading traffic law firm in Canada, owing to our 50+ years of experience contesting traffic violations. Our team, which includes former prosecutors for the Cities of St-Laurent, Montreal, and surro…

How to Navigate the Criminal Code in Relation to Driving Charges in Quebec

The province of Quebec takes driving charges seriously, and this commitment to safety is reflected in the province's Highway Safety Code and the Criminal Code. To help you better understand the laws and potential consequences, we'll delve into the k…

Texting and Driving Understanding the Law and Consequences in Quebec

In today's fast-paced digital age, our smartphones have become indispensable tools that keep us connected with the world around us. But when it comes to operating a vehicle, the law is clear: the need for safety supersedes the desire to stay connect…

The 5 Most Common Traffic Tickets in Quebec and How to Contest Them

Navigating the roads of Quebec can be as scenic as it is complex. With a dense network of highways and the unique rules that govern them, drivers can sometimes find themselves on the wrong side of the law. Here, we discuss the five most common traff…

Mobile Phone Tickets: Understanding the Law and How to Fight Them

Using a mobile phone while driving is a dangerous behavior that can lead to distracted driving and increase the risk of accidents on the road. As a result, traffic laws in Quebec prohibit drivers from using handheld mobile devices while operating a …

DUI Charges What You Need to Know and How to Defend Yourself

Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is a serious criminal offense in Quebec that can have severe legal and personal consequences. If you've been charged with DUI in Quebec, it's critical to understand the legal implications, your r…

Red Light Tickets: Understanding the Law and How to Contest Them

Running a red light is a serious traffic violation in Quebec that can lead to fines, demerit points, and potential risks to road safety. If you've been issued a red light ticket in Quebec, it's important to understand the legal implications and your…

The Consequences of Speeding Tickets and How to Fight Them

In Quebec, speeding is a common traffic violation that can have a range of consequences, including fines, demerit points, and potential impacts on your driving privileges. Speeding laws in Quebec are strictly enforced to promote road safety and redu…

WE HANDLE THINGS FROM START TO FINISH

If you got a ticket in Ontario, Quebec, or New York State, Ticket911 is here to help. We have years of experience handling traffic violation cases in all three regions. In fact, all you need to do is call us – we’ll handle everything else. Once you …

WHEN TWO DEMERIT POINTS IN QUEBEC BECOME FOUR IN ONTARIO

If you're from Ontario, you've probably driven through Quebec and noticed some things that are different. Maybe it was all the signage in French or your GPS system struggling to pronounce the street names. Do you know what else is different? The rul…

WHY YOUR TICKET DISPUTE FAILED

If you've ever gotten a ticket, then you know that the whole process can be pretty stressful. When you get a ticket, your first instinct might be to just pay it and move on — but if you think your ticket was unfairly issued, or that the fine isn't f…

HOW CAN I FIND MY TICKET USING MY LICENSE PLATE NUMBER?

If your ticket was issued in the province of Quebec, you can make an inquiry by contacting the SAAQ directly. You may also inquire at the clerk office of the courthouse, by providing your driver's license and any other useful information. If your ti…

HOW DO I PAY MY TICKET?

There are three methods of payment available - you may pay your ticket online, in person or by mail. Payment online: if you choose to pay your ticket online, it is very simple. You will need the statement of offence or file number. The statement of…

I LOST MY TICKET. HOW CAN I CHECK FOR OUTSTANDING TICKETS?

If you lost your ticket and you have the statement of offence number, you may request additional information regarding your file by making a request online or by sending an email directly to the provincial court or municipal court. If you lost your …

New driving penalties coming to Ontario

Ontario is gearing up for a lot of new changes to their road rules and highway code. These vary across many different areas and will be affecting all drivers. Ticket911.ca wants to keep you informed and updated on all the new changes coming.Many Que…

How do I determine fault after being in a car accident?

Most people have had the unfortunate experience of being involved in a car accident. Often times the fault can be clear, and the blame will be on one side alone but there are times when the fault is not so obvious. In situations like this how do you…

Huge accomplishment for Ticket911.ca and we couldn’t be any prouder

Recently it was revealed that thousands of Quebecers will no longer be required to present themselves in court to contest a traffic ticket they were issued in the past and haven’t received a court date for. It was revealed that the Director of Crimi…

Even more information you need to know about consuming weed and driving

Taking drugs can and will impair your ability to drive safely, which in turn will increase the risk of getting into a car accident. The percentage of Canadian drivers killed in car crashes who test positive for drugs is now around 40%, exceeding the…

Why does it make sense to fight your traffic ticket?

Every year police officers will issue thousands of traffic tickets however, only a very small number of those who receive them will choose to try and fight the ticket in court. There are different reasons this can happen, which can include the follo…

There’s a new traffic light in town and he’s not messing around

You’ve probably noticed more and more people on bicycles over the last few years in and around the city. With more people taking up cycling as a way to stay in shape and get fit or as a means of transportation to get to work or school it’s no wonder…

I smoke a joint and plan on driving, now what?

On October 17th 2018 Canada is set to embark on a historical change when marijuana will officially become legal across all Canada for recreational purposes.The initiative to make marijuana legal was decided by the federal government however, it will…

Do You Drive While Sleep Deprived?

Drunk driving may be receiving more public attention, but there is another danger citizens should be wary of, and that is drowsy driving. In fact, fatigue is a common problem among Canadian drivers, and is also the cause of many road accidents. Gary…

Custom license plates and everything you need to know about them

Were you aware that every time you get in to your car and start driving you may be breaking the law unintentionally. Now wait, before you start worrying too much for nothing let us take the time to explain to you what exactly we mean.You’ve no doubt…

Got a ticket, can’t find it. What now?

I lost or misplaced the traffic ticket I received and can’t find it anywhere. What do I do now? Here’s a scenario we can all relate to and understand or better yet some of us may have experienced this first hand ourselves.So recently you were drivin…

Got a ticket and I Googled it. Can I trust what I just read?

The internet and Google in particular have become a great source of information for many people all over the world. The term “Google it” has become part of our everyday language but just because you read something online can you really be sure the i…

DUI Charge Dismissed following Illegal Arrest

On the 14th day of September 2017 our client was placed under arrest for allegedly driving under the influence. What started as a routine traffic stop for a minor speeding infraction quickly devolved into a legal situation much greater, finding him …

Car accidents… Tips on what to do

Finding yourself in a car accident can be one of life’s most stressful moments. Then comes all the hassles that’s part of being in a car accident such as: having to file a police report, having to file an insurance claim, getting your car repaired a…

Self-Driving Cars. Are They Safer?

In the past few years self-driving cars have been appearing in the news more often with major advances in technology happening all the time. Companies such as Tesla are leading the way with current models already being equipped with some kind of aut…

Help for a DUI Refusal Charge

On the morning of July 8th, 2016, our client could not have envisioned what lay in wait for her that night, as before the end of the day her life would be inexplicable thrown off course. Nearing midnight, our client found herself in an accident with…

New changes coming to the Highway Safety Code in 2018 - 2019

This year will mark some new changes to the highway safety code which will affect drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians. The different changes will take effect at different times throughout 2018-2019.One of the main changes that will happ…

Debunking Urban Traffic Ticket Myths

Have you recently been caught for a traffic violation and were issued a ticket as a result? While the ticket is being issued most people are probably thinking to themselves I am completely aware of my current situation and what steps I need to take …

Excessively High Speeding

Do you suffer from a heavy foot or maybe you simply got the need for speed? Regardless of what your reasons may be, excessive speeding is dangerous and can also end up costing you a large fine as well as the loss of many demerit points from your lic…

Exclusion Of Evidence Following a Violation Of Rights On A DUI Case

The story for our client began in September 2016 when he was stopped by police officers in Joliette, Quebec. It was a night that would be the start of harrowing two year experience that would leave our client enmeshed and confronted by the Canadian …

Cellphone / Distracted Driver

Did you know that the most common tickets we have been seeing lately are related to distracted drivers on their cell phones? In today’s day and age, it’s hard to go anywhere or do anything without your cell phone. For most of us it’s the first thing…

Alcohol & Marijuana DUI Law for Commercial Driver’s Licenses

When it comes to driving under the influence, professionals with a commercial driver's license are held to a higher standard than non-commercial drivers with respect to the rules for Alcohol and marijuana-related offenses, especially when it comes t…

What is the difference between careless driving and reckless/dangerous driving?

Careless driving and reckless driving under Quebec law are often confused and conflated, there exists between them a very important distinction that everyone should know.Many of our clients, here at Ticket911.ca, frequently use the terms “reckless d…

Are cars and motorcycles the only types of vehicles that can land you a DUI?

Are cars and motorcycles the only types of vehicles that can land you a DUI?Within the Canadian Criminal Code, the offence of Driving under the Influence is not just limited to driving a vehicle. The offence itself can encompass a wide variety of ve…

How to Fight a Speeding Ticket

A Canadian motorist can be ticketed for a huge number of reasons. The more time one spends on the road, the higher the chances are of getting in the crosshairs of the law. Across the provinces are codes filled with the legal regulations of the road,…

Is It Worth My Time To Contest A Speeding Ticket In Quebec?

Tickets can seemingly come out of nowhere, baffling even the most prudent motorists. When one receives a ticket the decision then becomes whether or not to contest the infraction. Some may believe they are better off simply paying the ticket, so as …

Are there different penalties for traffic violations in Quebec as opposed to Ontario?

A Quebec motorist driving in Ontario is not immune to traffic tickets causing a loss of demerit points. There exists a legal agreement between the two provinces of Quebec and Ontario that states by law some traffic infractions will transfer between …

Why Do I Need to Hire a Lawyer to Fight Traffic Tickets in Ontario?

Why Do I Need to Hire a Lawyer to Fight Traffic Tickets in Ontario? Traffic tickets can be handed out to a motorist or a pedestrian for a varying number of reasons. Speeding is one of the most common types of traffic tickets. If it is a small fine …

The Why and How of Fighting Speeding Tickets in Ontario

The Why and How of Fighting Speeding Tickets in Ontario Getting a speeding ticket while driving in Ontario is not exactly the same as getting indicted by a legal officer. It happens more often than you think. Ask around and almost everyone you know…

How to Fight a Speeding Ticket

How to Fight a Speeding Ticket There are some tips that can come in handy while fighting a speeding ticket in Ontario or any other place in the world. Quite often it so happens that we receive a ticket when we have slowed down after passing another…

Suggestions to Fight a Speeding Ticket in Ontario

Suggestions to Fight a Speeding Ticket in Ontario There are a lot of misconceptions, as well as myths, when it comes to fighting traffic tickets in Ontario. If you research well on the internet you will find a number of resources that will reveal t…

Some Strategies That Work to Fight Speeding Ticket in Ontario

Some Strategies That Work to Fight Speeding Ticket in Ontario Drivers facing a speeding ticket often hold themselves from fighting it, lest it goes down to deeper pits. But there is no need for such worries if you are on the right side of the law a…

Some Legally Granted Advantages of Fighting Traffic Tickets in Ontario

Some Legally Granted Advantages of Fighting Traffic Tickets in Ontario You can earn yourself a traffic ticket with mistakes as simple as missing to use your turn signals or speeding in an inner lane. Traffic tickets are so common that almost every …

Is It Worth My Time To Contest A Speeding Ticket In Quebec? (Part 2)

Is It Worth My Time To Contest A Speeding Ticket In Quebec? Part 2 Taking up our blog post series about how you can gain from contesting speeding tickets in Quebec, let us first understand the consequences that you as a driver will have to face as …

Is It Worth My Time To Contest A Speeding Ticket In Quebec? (Part 1)

Is It Worth My Time To Contest A Speeding Ticket In Quebec? One of the most baffling mysteries in the life of every motorist..Canadian road safety laws are often considered to be extremely confusing, to say the least and the authorities are known t…