In Canada, driving under the influence (DUI) is defined as having a blood alcohol level exceeding 80 mg per 100 ml, with penalties escalating based on the number of offenses. First-time offenders face a $1000 fine and a one-year driving prohibition, while repeat offenses lead to increased jail time and longer prohibitions. New DUI laws impose stricter penalties and give police greater authority to assess impairment, emphasizing the importance of consulting a specialized DUI defense lawyer.

2. DUI PENALTIES
IN CANADA

3. INTRODUCTION
In Canada, drunk drivers are charged with
having a blood alcohol level over 80 mg per
100 ml of blood. Since driving under the
influence is a crime, the conviction can lead to
penalties that can have a serious impact on
your life.

4. DUI Penalties
The Criminal Code prohibits driving while
impaired to any degree either by drugs, alcohol
or the combination of both. Here are some of
the consequences of being found guilty of DUI
offence:

5. DUI Penalties In Canada
It depends whether the accused has committed
the crime for the first, second or third time. The
minimum sentences are
● For a first offence, a $1000 fine and a 12-
month driving prohibition,
● For a second offence, 30 days of jail and a
24-month driving prohibition
● For a third or subsequent offence, 120
days of jail and a 36-month driving
prohibition

6. DUI Penalties In Canada
Other DUI penalties may include:
● A mandatory ignition interlock device on
the driver's vehicle
● Mandatory completion of a drug
rehabilitation program
● Medical evaluation to determine whether
the driver is fit to drive again

7. New DUI Laws
Convicted impaired drivers now face more
strict penalties. Police officers now have more
power to determine whether or not a driver is
impaired by drugs or alcohol.

8. How to Defend A DUI Offence
The first thing your lawyer needs to do is study
the evidence collected against you and watch
out for loopholes to make it difficult for the
Crown to present a fully competent case at
trial. Studying whether or not all the sections
under your Charter Rights were strictly adhered
to when you were charged with the DUI can be
a good start.

9. Hire A Criminal Lawyer Who
Specializes In DUI Defence.

10. Consult An Experienced Driving
While Impaired (DWI) Defence
Lawyer Immediately.
If you’re in Edmonton, Alberta, contact Slaferek Callihoo to schedule a free
consultation!

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