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Q: Can I Fight a Careless Driving Ticket?
Q: What Happens If I Plead Guilty to Careless Driving?
Q: What is the Difference Between Careless Driving & Dangerous Driving?
Careless Driving Defense – Protect Your License & Avoid Heavy Penalties!
What is a Careless Driving Charge?
Careless driving is a serious offense that can lead to hefty fines, demerit points, increased insurance rates, and even license suspension. It is defined as driving without due care and attention or without reasonable consideration for others on the road.
Many drivers don’t realize that careless driving charges can be fought. Our experienced legal team works to reduce your charges, minimize penalties, or get the ticket dismissed entirely.
🚨 If you’ve been charged with careless driving, don’t risk your driving privileges—call us today!
📞 Call for a Free Consultation – (613) 698-3000 / (613) 265-1819
Consequences of a Careless Driving Charge in Canada
Careless driving is one of the most serious traffic violations and comes with severe penalties.
| Penalty | Impact |
|---|---|
| Fine | $400 – $2,000 |
| Demerit Points | 6 Points |
| License Suspension | Possible for major offenses |
| Jail Time | Up to 6 months (for severe cases) |
| Insurance Impact | Premiums can double or even triple |
💡 Having 6 demerit points can put your license at risk!
🚨 If convicted, your insurance rates may increase by thousands of dollars per year.
💡 Common Reasons for Careless Driving Charges
Careless driving tickets can be issued for a wide range of driving behaviors, including:
🔹 Distracted Driving (using a phone, eating, adjusting GPS while driving)
🔹 Failing to Yield at an intersection or crosswalk
🔹 Tailgating or following too closely
🔹 Speeding or Weaving Between Lanes
🔹 Losing Control of the Vehicle (icy conditions, wet roads)
🔹 Causing an Accident due to inattentive driving
🚨 If you’ve been charged with careless driving, don’t plead guilty—let us fight for you!
💡 How We Fight Your Careless Driving Charge
At FixATicket.ca, we build a strong defense strategy to challenge the charges and reduce penalties.
✔ Challenge Police Observations – We analyze whether the officer had a clear and fair view of the alleged offense.
✔ Investigate Witness Statements – Eyewitness accounts can sometimes work in your favor.
✔ Prove Lack of Intent or Negligence – If the situation was unavoidable, we argue against the charge.
✔ Negotiate a Lesser Charge – If full dismissal isn’t possible, we work to reduce your charge to a non-moving violation with no demerit points.
🛑 A careless driving conviction stays on your record for years—don’t risk it!
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