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Traffic Tickets
you have the right to dispute a traffic ticket
Although the police departments in the Lower Mainland no longer have to meet monthly ticket quotas, police still devote considerable resources to traffic enforcement. They even have specialized police units whose mandate is the “strategic enforcement” of traffic laws, particularly along Highway 1 and other high-volume areas.
Traffic tickets can range from offences without points, such as driving in an HOV lane, to serious high-risk designated offences such as excessive speeding, driving without due care and attention, and using an electronic device.
PROTECT YOUR FUTURE AGAINST A TRAFFIC TICKET
While a traffic ticket might seem like a minor issue, it can have serious consequences depending on the type of violation and the number of offences you accumulate.
The most immediate consequences include higher insurance premiums and monetary fines, but the long-term consequences can be more significant, including license suspension, criminal charges, and difficulty finding or maintaining employment that requires a driver’s license as a condition of employment.
To minimize the impact of traffic tickets on your future, it’s important to contest tickets with the help of legal representation as soon as possible. Seeking legal advice for more serious offences may also help in reducing the long-term consequences.
What Types of traffic Law Services Does Cote & Evans Provide?
It is important to remember that being issued a traffic ticket does not mean you are guilty of the allegations. In traffic court, like criminal court, the burden is on the Crown (in this case, the police officer who issued the ticket) to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.
On the back of every ticket are instructions on how to file a dispute. If you are contemplating disputing a ticket, it is a good idea to get advice regarding the traffic court process and potential defences that may be available to you. The lawyers at Cote & Evans Trial Lawyers are experienced in defending traffic tickets. We have access to precedents, manuals and other tools available to effectively challenge radar and laser readings tendered by police officers.
The law regarding use of an electronic device is changing rapidly, and it is important to get advice regarding how to defend these tickets. The consequences can be very serious. Even two tickets can be enough to trigger a driving prohibition, and you are not warned about this at the time you pay the ticket.
TRAFFIC CHARGES OUR LAWYERS CAN FIGHT
- Speeding Tickets
- Using a Device While Driving
- Driving Without Insurance
- Disobeying a Stop Sign
Get A Free Consultation with local surrey traffic lawyers
If you have been issued a traffic ticket, or would like to dispute a traffic conviction, we encourage you to contact Cote & Evans Trial Lawyers for one free 30 minute initial consult. Our lawyers can discuss your case, your rights and your legal options.
Our Surrey criminal Lawyer Team
Phil Cote
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SHREYA BOSE
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ELIZABETH DUKE
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JESSICA MORNEAU
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PAUL SEKHON
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KARN GILL
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ANGELA BARNA
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JESSICA WOZNIAK
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HEATHER MIDDLEMASS
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SIMRAN BHULLAR
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BANEET HANS
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FAQ's
There are strict time limits in place to dispute a traffic violation ticket. Most offences require a dispute to be filed within 30 days of the date that the violation ticket was issued. An experienced traffic lawyer can provide you with tailored advice about the potential benefits and risks of disputing a violation ticket in your specific circumstances.
You will receive tailored advice from an experienced traffic lawyer with relevant knowledge pertaining to all aspects of the traffic court process, from the first appearance all the way to the conclusion of the matter, whether by way of a trial or negotiated resolution favourable to the client’s interests.
Our lawyers will be able to put your mind at ease by providing you with information about the legal and court process.
Yes! It is possible for a traffic lawyer to negotiate a reduced fine in some situations. More importantly, an experienced traffic lawyer can help to negotiate a resolution with fewer or no points against your license, which can help to mitigate the risk of future complications such as being issued a notice of intention to prohibit you from driving by ICBC once a certain threshold has been met.
Good work isn’t cheap, and cheap work isn’t good! We specialize in all aspects of traffic law and aim to provide affordable services without sacrificing quality.
As with any legal professional, it is important to make sure that you have a meaningful connection with your lawyer.
We offer a free 30-minute consultation which will allow you to familiarize yourself with an experienced traffic lawyer and ensure that your needs are met and your interests are adequately protected.
Yes! We offer various forms of representation in relation to traffic violation offences, ranging from providing summary advice to full representation at a hearing or trial.