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.
Preparing a consultation from Mississauga
Separate the place where you live, the place of the alleged incident, and the court listed on your documents. A Mississauga address does not settle which building you must attend. Keep the court notice beside your consultation questions so the two appointments can be planned separately.
If you are coming to the Mayfield Road office, confirm the appointment before travelling from Mississauga. Tell us whether work hours, a driving restriction, or family responsibilities affect your availability. Ask what can be discussed at the first meeting and how any remaining documents should be provided.
Check the court named on your Mississauga paperwork
If your documents name the Brampton courthouse, its listed address is 7755 Hurontario Street in Brampton. Your consultation at our Mayfield Road office and your court appearance are separate appointments.
Official Brampton court 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 Mississauga
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 Mississauga 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.