Charged with failing to move over for an emergency vehicle in Ontario? This serious traffic offence can lead to steep fines, 3 demerit points, and higher insurance premiums. Before you plead guilty, let us help you fight the ticket and protect your driving record.
Protect your driving record – avoid demerit points, fines and hefty increases to your insurance premiums.
In Ontario, failing to move over for a stopped emergency vehicle or tow truck is a serious and potentially costly offence under Section 159 of the Highway Traffic Act (HTA). When approaching a police car, fire truck, ambulance, or tow truck with flashing red, blue, or amber lights, drivers are required by law to slow down and proceed with caution. If the road has two or more lanes in the same direction, you must also safely move into the next adjacent lane, away from the emergency vehicle, whenever it’s safe to do so. This law is in place to protect first responders, tow operators, and anyone working on or near the roadside. Failing to comply can result in severe penalties, including fines between $400 and $4,000, 3 demerit points, and even license suspension for up to two years on a subsequent offence. A conviction for this offence will also appear on your driving record and is considered a major violation by insurance companies, often leading to significantly higher premiums or loss of coverage.
If you’ve received a ticket for failing to move over for an emergency vehicle, don’t simply pay it — doing so is an admission of guilt. You may have legal defences or options to reduce the charge or penalties, and working with a licensed paralegal can help you protect your driving record, license, and insurance rates.
Other Consequences:
Insurance Impacts: This is considered as a major offense resulting in steep increases in insurance premium often leading to financial strain.
Long-term Record: Convictions stay on record for at least 3 years.
Our licensed paralegals are highly experienced in handling cases under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA). We understand the complexities of traffic law and can identify weaknesses in the evidence or errors in procedures that can benefit your defense.
Every case is unique. We evaluate the specifics of your charge, from speed measurements to officer reports, and develop a tailored defense strategy to reduce penalties or dismiss charges altogether.
A stunt driving conviction can lead to license suspension, six demerit points, and skyrocketing insurance premiums. We fight to minimize these impacts and help you avoid long-term financial and personal consequences.
We provide cost-effective professional representation without compromising on quality and that fits your budget. We are skilled at presenting compelling arguments and negotiating with prosecutors for the best possible outcome.
Don’t pay your traffic ticket just yet — paying it means pleading guilty and accepting the full penalties, including fines, demerit points, license suspension, and increased insurance rates. Before you plead guilty, CALL US NOW and let our experienced Ontario traffic ticket defense team review your case.