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DUI Lawyer Toronto

Have you been charged with a DUI in the Toronto area? If so, it is imperative that you contact a good DUI lawyer as quickly as possible. More often than note, you will be provided a free consultation.

Daley, Byers

The law offices of Ken Byers and Bruce Daley are an excellent choice for establishing and presenting a timely and effective criminal defense with respect to your charge.

Bruce Daley and Ken Byers are well respected and extremely experienced criminal lawyers.  They have numerous locations across Ontario set up for optimal convenience and service for all clients.

Daley & Byers adopt a “Total Defense” approach, which means you will benefit from their undivided attention to detail and absolute commitment to your case.

Toronto DUI Lawyer

DUI is one of the most common charges handed out in Ontario. It is also one of the most defended criminal charges because of the consequences if convicted.  Just because you have been charged with a DUI over 80, it doesn’t mean you will necessarily be convicted.

That is where the assistance of an accomplished and knowledgeable DUI lawyer comes in.

Should I Automatically Plead Guilty to a DUI Charge?

The short answer is no, but it all depends on whether or not you have a relevant defense for the charges laid against you.

The most effective way to find out if you have a feasible defense for the charges you are facing, is through a consultation with a DUI lawyer.

Daley, Byers offers a free consultation to go over the details of your case. During this initial consultation, you will get a better understanding of your situation and idea of the defenses available and the  probability of winning the case.

Consequences of Pleading Guilty to a Criminal Offense

A DUI charge in Ontario is a criminal offense, and if convicted you will have a criminal record. This, by itself, can create problems when applying for employment where a criminal record check is required.

Some of the other possible negative ramifications of pleading guilty to a DUI charge can include:

  • Loss of driver’s license
  • You may be denied access to international travel
  • If you are an immigrant, it may affect your status
  • Hefty fines
  • Jail time
  • Dramatic insurance cost increases
  • Requirement to install and maintain an ignition interlock device as a condition on your driver’s licence

What is DUI?

DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. It is actually an American term.  In Canada a DUI is actually the charge of driving with over 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood.

DWI stands for Driving while impaired and it is also an American term.  In Canada a DWI is actually the charge of impaired driving.

Generally speaking in Canada a DUI typically encompasses both the over 80 and the impaired charges. :

In addition, failure to provide a sample is also related to DUI charges.  Fail to provide a sample can refer to both breath and blood depending on the circumstances.

Impaired Driving Charges

This is the offense that most people tend to think of as drunk driving. For this type of offense to take place, it has to be proven that two things occurred:

  1. The driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired
  2. This impairment was caused by alcohol, drugs, or some form of intoxicant

DUI Lawyer Toronto

It is not recommended to deal with a DUI charge on your own. DUI litigation in Ontario is extremely complex and technical.

Daley, Byers have a wealth of experience with DUI cases. They have a very high success rate, and will readily be able to determine the most preferable defense strategy for your specific case.  They will give you the straight goods, answer your questions, and make recommendations as to the course of action you should take.

 

Why Clients Choose Us

  1. High Success Rate
  2. Experienced: 32+ Years Each Partner
  3. Fair Payment Plans
  4. 24/7 Access to Our Team
  5. Free Consultation
  6. We Care About Your Case

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