DEFENCE FOR DRIVING & MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENCES
IN ONTARIO
COMMON DRIVING CHARGES WE DEFEND
We have experience defending a wide range of motor vehicle offences, including:
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Impaired driving (DUI): alcohol or drug-related
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Over 80: operating a vehicle with blood alcohol concentration over the legal limit
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Refusal to provide a breath sample
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Dangerous driving, including excessive speeding and unsafe manoeuvres
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Fail to remain at the scene of an accident
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Driving while prohibited: driving despite a court-ordered ban
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Street racing or careless driving: when prosecuted as a criminal offence
WHAT SETS OUR APPROACH APART
Driving offences often involve technical evidence such as roadside tests, breathalyzer or Intoxilyzer results, and the legality of the traffic stop or arrest. Our team closely examines every detail of the case to identify weaknesses in the Crown’s evidence. We also explore defences based on Charter violations, such as unlawful detention or delays in accessing legal counsel.
Whether it’s your first offence or you’re facing a repeat charge, we’ll assess your situation thoroughly and fight to protect your driving privileges and minimize the impact on your future.
WHY CHOOSE RITTER HARVEY LAW?
Decades of experience defending criminal driving charges across Ontario, from first-time DUIs to complex repeat offences
Highly skilled team at analyzing traffic stops, roadside procedures, and the collection of evidence to identify legal issues or Charter breaches
Proven track record of negotiating reduced charges, alternative resolutions, or outright dismissals when the circumstances allow
Respected in Ontario courtrooms, from Kitchener to Toronto
Compassionate, client-focused advocacy, no matter the charges
PROTECT YOUR LICENCE, RECORD, AND REPUTATION
A conviction for impaired or dangerous driving can have serious consequences beyond the courtroom, affecting employment, insurance, and international travel. At Ritter Harvey Law, we provide experienced, strategic defence to clients in Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Stratford, Woodstock, and Hamilton, helping you navigate the legal system and protect what matters most. Don’t delay, speak with a defence lawyer today.