Understanding dangerous driving allegations
Section 320.13 concerns operating a conveyance in a manner dangerous to the public, having regard to all the circumstances. Dangerous operation is a criminal offence. It is distinct from provincial careless driving, and the prosecution must establish the applicable criminal requirements.
Preparing your dangerous driving defence consultation
Use the documents for your own matter to guide the discussion. Depending on the circumstances, Karandeep can review:
- Road, weather, visibility, traffic, speed, and the driving sequence
- Dashcam, surveillance, witness accounts, and collision evidence where available
- Identification of the driver and the reliability of estimates or reconstructions
- Whether the evidence meets the criminal standard, as well as any admissibility issues
What to do before you contact us
Keep your summons or release documents and any licence notices. Preserve dashcam footage before it is overwritten. Confirm your driving status and discuss upcoming appearances with a lawyer before deciding how to respond.
Coordinate your Milton matter and consultation dates
Before contacting the firm from Milton, list the dates on your documents beside any scheduling concern you want to raise. Distinguish an appearance from an appointment with a lawyer. If new paperwork arrives after you book, ask how to get it reviewed before making assumptions about a changed date.
Use the consultation to discuss the work proposed, how fees will be explained, and who will provide updates. Mention an existing Legal Aid certificate when enquiring so coverage and availability can be checked. Confirm your Brampton consultation arrangements separately from any attendance required in Milton.
Milton court and consultation appointments
The Ontario Court of Justice lists Milton Courthouse at 491 Steeles Avenue East. If your matter is scheduled there, check the court’s current attendance information. An appointment with Stratton Law at our Brampton office is separate from that court date.
Milton (Halton) courthouse information
Follow the instructions for your particular proceeding. A published video link does not mean you may attend remotely when an in-person appearance is required. If the location or attendance method is unclear, confirm it with your lawyer or the court.
Questions about dangerous driving defence in Milton
Does a collision automatically establish dangerous driving?
No. The circumstances of the operation and the applicable criminal requirements must be examined. The fact that a collision occurred does not answer every element of the charge.
Where is my consultation arranged?
Stratton Law serves Milton clients from its Brampton office at 6201 Mayfield Rd, Unit #60, Brampton, ON L6P 4R9. Contact us to confirm the appointment and meeting arrangements before travelling.
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General information only. Advice depends on the applicable law and the facts of your case.