How an Impaired Driving Lawyer Can Help Get Your Licence Reinstated

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• Suspended Licence?
• An Impaired Driving Lawyer Can Help Get It Back!

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Why Your Driver's Licence May Have Been Suspended
Ontarians convicted of driving offences have to
go through two licence suspensions the first
during their arrest and the second one after
conviction. But before you start legal
endeavours to get your licence back, you need to
know why it was suspended in the first place. If
you dont know, contact the Ontario Ministry of
Transportation (MTO). The following are reasons
that can lead to a licence suspension
Family Law Matters
Suspended Period Imposed by the MTO
For Medical Reasons
Unpaid Fines
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2. Suspended Period Imposed by the MTO
1. Unpaid Fines
Violating any laws under the HTA or Criminal Code
of Canada can lead to the MTO suspending your
licence. For example, stunt driving is not a
criminal offence as it falls under the Highway
Traffic Act of Ontario. (Stunt driving includes
excessive speeding, street racing, contests, and
engaging in dangerous driving practices in a
motor vehicle on a road or highway). However, as
per July 2021 updates to Ontarios stunt driving
rules, getting charged with stunt driving leads
to an immediate 30-day licence suspension and
vehicle impoundment. In addition, you can be
fined between 2,000 and 10,000. Novice drivers
can get four or more points taken off their
licence and a 30-day licence suspension.
This is the most common reason why drivers get
their licence suspended or are charged with
driving while under suspension. In this case, you
have to pay all the fines to get back your
licence. If you cant pay the entire fine, you
can ask the court about alternative payment
plans. Once approved, you can get your licence
back from the MTO. 
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4. For Medical Reasons
3. Family Law Matters
Your drivers licence can be suspended for
medical reasons as well. As per HTA rules,
healthcare providers have to report any medical
conditions to the MTO that may prevent you from
driving safely. In that situation, you can
discuss the issue with your family doctor. Once
your doctor gives you the green light to safely
drive, they will contact the MTO to allow you to
get your licence back.
As per the Family Responsibility Office (FRO),
your licence can be suspended if you do not pay
child or spousal support. The only way to get
your licence back is by paying your outstanding
support obligations. Once you do, the FRO will
communicate with the MTO to give your licence
back.
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• How Can You Get Your Licence Back in Ontario?

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1. Read the Letter from the MTO
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2. Pay Any Outstanding Fines
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3. Consult a Criminal Lawyer
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