Driving Offences
Driving or controlling a motor vehicle, vessel, aircraft or railway equipment while impaired by alcohol or drugs are all punishable offences in the Criminal Code of Canada. Dangerous driving that causes bodily harm to someone also falls into this category. In the absence of an experienced criminal defence lawyer, you can face serious penalties such as a fine, suspension of your driver’s license, or imprisonment. Impaired Driving, ‘Over 80’, Refusal to Provide a Breath or Blood Sample, and Dangerous Driving are the four main types of driving offences.
Impaired Driving
Driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol falls under impaired driving. In common terms, it is referred to as ‘drunk driving’, even though you don’t have to be drunk to be charged with it. A person can be charged without a breathalyzer or blood test if the driver shows signs of impairment such as (but not limited to) red/bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and the smell of alcohol on their breath.
Over 80
‘Over 80’ is a parallel offence related to impaired driving. You can be charged under this law if your breathalyzer or blood test indicates that you have 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood in your body.
Refusal to Provide a Breath or Blood Sample
Refusing or failing to provide a blood or breath sample when asked by a police officer is also an offence under the Criminal Code of Canada. In such case, the person can face penalties similar to other drunk driving offences.
Dangerous Driving
Dangerous driving or dangerous driving causing bodily harm to someone is a serious offence under the Criminal Code of Canada. It includes, but is not limited to, aggressive driving, speeding, accidents resulting in death or injury, and sudden lane changes. The person found guilty is liable to imprisonment for 5 to 10 years.
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