Distracted Driving In Ontario
Ultimate Drivers
January 2, 2023 • min read
- Be cautious when contesting a ticket for distracted driving.
- If you go to court and lose after your first conviction, you could receive a fine of up to $1,000.
- For repeat offenders who contest and lose, the fine can increase to $2,000 for the second offense and $3,000 for the third.
If found guilty of careless driving (any distractions that put other road users at risk), you might receive six demerit points, pay a fine of up to $2,000, spend up to six months in jail, and have your license suspended for up to two years.
Criminal sanctions for dangerous driving are more severe and can include jail terms of up to 10 years for harm or up to fourteen years for death.
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