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Impaired Driving
Let us review your case thoroughly to check for any defences or breaches of your constitutional rights.
An impaired driving offence falls under Section 253 (a) of the Criminal Code or Section 253 (b) blood alcohol over .08 or Section 254 refusal to provide a sample. If you have been charged with this offence or any DUI charge, you need to contact a DUI lawyer in Calgary immediately and that can assist you with your defence. You need to contact Timothy Dunlap.
A DUI charge is a severe offence that must be taken seriously. If you proceed without a Calgary DUI lawyer, the consequences might be extreme and overwhelming. Pleading guilty to such a charge will result in a loss of your driving privileges, 300% insurance increase, and worst of all, a criminal record that could lead to a loss of income and damage to your personal and professional reputation. Your life could be ruined if you decide to proceed without legal counsel.
Your situation requires the advice and assistance of a professional. By contacting Dunlap Law, the leading Calgary DUI lawyer, you are getting experienced legal counsel that can prove highly beneficial to your defence.
With Timothy Dunlap and his team on your side, you have an expert to help you deal with the repercussions of an impaired driving charge and help you navigate the confusing and complicated justice system. Don’t rely on the information you have heard from others; it could be false or exaggerated. Because every impaired driving case is unique, only an experienced lawyer will be able to provide a solid defence in court and provide you with the results you want. An experienced lawyer with the success of Timothy Dunlap
First they will obtain disclosure which is all the information that the police have regarding your charge(s).
Secondly the information will be scrutinized for any errors and charter rights which may have been neglected.
Experts witnesses will be retained if beneficial to your case.
They can negotiate with the Crown Prosecutor for a lesser offense or reduced sentence or the exclusion of evidence that may damage your case.
Lastly if the matter does go to trial they can argue your case and present the most effective defense possible.
Minimum Penalty
Refer to the Criminal Code of Canada or the Provincial Traffic Safety Act for more details. Sentencing on each case can vary on a number of factors.
Suspension guidelines are based on provincial regulations.
Ignition Interlock Suspension Reductions
In provinces that operate an Interlock Program the sentencing judge needs to approve the participation as well as the Transportation Safety Board. The persons approved for the program can receive a reduction in driving suspensions with the use of this monitoring device in the vehicle they operate.
There have been important new changes to the Alberta Ignition Interlock Program which require the interlock be installed for a minimum 6 months prior to obtaining a unrestricted license. There are some exemptions and to get full details go the Alberta Ignition Interlock Program.
The Alberta Driver’s Control Board requires that all those people who have been convicted of impaired driving complete one of two courses through the Alberta Driving Program. You can contact them at 1.800.272.5698 for information on dates and times of these courses. Since these courses must be completed prior to the reinstatement of your license it is suggested that you make arrangements to attend prior to end of your license suspension.
Planning Ahead is a one day course available for first time impaired drivers. The course is held between 8:15 – 4:00 P.M. Monday – Thursday in various locations throughout the province. The cost is $220.00 for this course.
Impact is a weekend course, which is held in Edmonton, Calgary, Claresholm and Grande Prairie. The course runs from Friday at 3:00 P.M. until Sunday at 4:00 P.M. Those attending must stay on site for the duration of the course. The cost is $545.00 which includes meals and accommodation.
Upon completion of the course, every driver must complete a driving examination and pay a license reinstatement fee of approximately $145.35.
It is a program designed to allow people convicted of impaired driving the opportunity to drive while completely sober. The court must authorize the use of the interlock device and the Driver’s Control Board must approve the individual’s participation in the program. If accepted the individual must have this alcohol-sensing device attached to their vehicle’s ignition system. If the device detects a pre-set level of alcohol the vehicle will not start.
Those taking part in this program must bring their vehicle to the installer at least every 60 days where the equipment will be inspected and the recorded information sent to the Driver’s Control Board. If the device has recorded an attempt to drive with alcohol in individual’s system the Driver’s Control Board will be advised and individual may be withdrawn from the program. Reinstatement of a participant’s unrestricted driving privileges at the end of the suspension period depends on their performance during the program. The applicant must first serve all license suspensions other than the current alcohol-related suspension before enrolling in the program. Repeat or subsequent offenders may participate if granted permission by the court, however those convicted of impaired driving causing injury or death under Section 255 of the Criminal Code are not eligible.
One-time cost of $150.00 (plus GST) for installation and $50.00 (plus GST) for removal of the ignition interlock device. A $105.00 (plus GST) per month rental fee for the device. An application fee of $63 and Registry Agent fee. $220 for the “Planning Ahead” Driver Program, or $545 for the “Impact” Driver Program. The fee for a restricted operator’s licence and road test. You will be asked to sign a contract to pay the rental fees for the entire length of your driving prohibition excluding the first three months prior to acceptance into the program. These rental fees will be due even if you should later be suspended from driving for another offence.
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Dealing with an impaired driving case on your own is stressful and confusing. Trust Timothy Dunlap, an expert DUI lawyer in Calgary with nearly thirty years of experience and a 98% success rate. Dunlap and his team are recognized in the courts for their exemplary approach. Their professionalism and commitment are second-to-none. They understand the dynamics of court proceedings and know what it takes to bring the results clients are after.
Don’t leave your case to chance or the basic understanding you have of the system; an experienced lawyer like Timothy Dunlap that specializes in impaired driving is your best chance at evading the severe consequences of conviction and a criminal record. If you’ve been charged, your first call should be to Dunlap Law – your trusted DUI lawyer in Calgary. Book your free consultation with us today.
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