Impaired Driving Lawyer in Brampton
Your Defence Against Impaired Driving Charges in Brampton
Being charged with impaired driving can jeopardize your driver’s licence, your employment, and your future. As a Brampton impaired driving lawyer with more than a decade of experience defending DUI-related offences, I understand the high stakes and the urgency of building a strong, strategic defence from day one. I provide direct, personal representation—no associates, no junior lawyers, just me fighting for your rights.
What Is Impaired Driving in Ontario?
Impaired driving refers to operating a motor vehicle while your ability to drive is affected by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both. The Criminal Code covers several DUI-related offences, including:
- Alcohol impairment
- Drug impairment
- Over 80 (blood alcohol concentration over the legal limit)
- Refusal or failure to provide a breath sample
- Care and control while impaired
Impaired driving charges are aggressively prosecuted in Brampton, making early legal intervention critical.
Legal Consequences of an Impaired Driving Conviction
An impaired driving conviction in Ontario carries significant criminal and administrative penalties. These consequences can affect your driving privileges, career, insurance rates, and immigration status.
First-Time Impaired Driving Penalties
- Immediate roadside licence suspension
- Minimum $1,000 fine
- Criminal record
- Mandatory alcohol education program
- Interlock ignition installation
Insurance increases or policy cancellation
Second or Subsequent Offence Penalties
- Mandatory jail time
- Longer licence suspensions
- Higher fines
- Lengthy interlock requirements
Court-ordered rehabilitation programs
Aggravating Factors That Increase Penalties
- Accident causing injury or property damage
- Excessively high BAC
- Presence of minors in the vehicle
Previous criminal convictions
Consequences Beyond the Courtroom
- Difficulty with employment screening
- Travel restrictions (especially to the U.S.)
- Professional licensing issues
Higher financial penalties due to insurance and program fees
How I Defend Impaired Driving Charges in Brampton
Every impaired driving case has its own set of circumstances. I take the time to analyze the evidence, identify weaknesses in the Crown’s case, and build a defence strategy tailored to your situation.
Challenging the Traffic Stop
I examine whether:
- Police had lawful grounds to stop your vehicle
- There was reasonable suspicion before demanding roadside tests
- Your Charter rights were violated during the interaction
Any unlawful stop or detention can result in the exclusion of evidence.
Challenging the Breath or Blood Test
Potential defences include:
- Improper operation of the breathalyzer
- Delays between driving and testing
- Medical conditions affecting test results
- Calibration errors or machine malfunction
Incomplete documentation
Challenging Observations of Impairment
I review whether officers:
- Properly conducted sobriety tests
- Misinterpreted fatigue, illness, or anxiety as impairment
Relied on subjective observations without corroborating evidence
Challenging Drug-Impaired Driving Allegations
For drug-related impairment cases, I evaluate:
- Legality of the drug recognition evaluation (DRE)
- Use and reliability of oral fluid tests
Whether symptoms matched actual impairment
Seeking a Withdrawal or Reduction of Charges
Where appropriate, I negotiate with the Crown to:
- Withdraw charges due to evidentiary issues
- Reduce charges to avoid a criminal record
- Secure a non-criminal resolution
Why Choose Me as Your Impaired Driving Lawyer in Brampton
When your licence, career, and freedom are at risk, you need a lawyer who understands how to challenge DUI evidence effectively. I provide:
More than 10 years of criminal defence experience
- Personalized representation without junior staff
- Strategic Charter-based defence approaches
- Strong negotiation and trial advocacy skills
- Transparent communication from start to finish
I treat every case as if my own future were on the line.
What To Do After Being Charged With Impaired Driving
If you have been charged:
- Do not discuss your case with anyone except your lawyer.
- Do not plead guilty before speaking to me.
- Collect all documents provided by the police.
- Contact me immediately so we can start building your defence.
Early intervention can significantly improve the outcome of your case.
Book a Free Confidential Consultation
If you are facing impaired driving charges in Brampton, you do not have to face this alone. I am here to protect your rights, challenge the evidence, and work toward the best possible outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
You should avoid discussing your case with anyone other than your lawyer, keep all documents provided by the police, and contact me as soon as possible. Early legal advice can prevent mistakes that may harm your defence.
Yes, charges can be withdrawn when the evidence is weak, or your Charter rights were violated. I assess every detail of the stop, the testing procedures, and the officer's conduct to identify grounds for dismissal.
Absolutely. Conditions such as acid reflux, diabetes, anxiety, or neurological issues can affect a breath test or make sobriety tests unreliable. I evaluate whether medical factors contributed to the allegations.
Yes. “Care and control” laws allow police to charge you even if you were not driving but were in a position to operate the vehicle. These cases are highly defensible, and I often successfully challenge the evidence.
Yes. Even a first-time offence carries mandatory fines, a criminal record, licence suspensions, interlock requirements, and insurance consequences. A conviction can affect employment and travel. It is critical to challenge the charges.
Yes. Ontario imposes an immediate roadside suspension. However, the long-term suspension only applies if you are convicted. A strong defence can help protect your licence.
Generally, yes. Refusing a roadside test or a formal breathalyzer at the station is a separate criminal offence with penalties equal to or more severe than those for impaired driving.
Most cases take several months, depending on disclosure, court scheduling, and whether the case goes to trial or resolves earlier. I work proactively to move your matter forward and pursue the best outcome as efficiently as possible.