Driving While Suspended
Driving While Suspended Lawyers in Edmonton
Driving while suspended or disqualified brings an immediate vehicle seizure and can lead to a substantial fine and a longer suspension. We examine whether you were properly notified and whether the Crown can prove its case.
Verdicta LLP's driving while suspended lawyers in Edmonton defend charges of driving while suspended, disqualified or unauthorized under Alberta's Traffic Safety Act, and operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code.
What we handle
- Driving while suspended
- Driving while disqualified
- Driving while unlicensed
- Operation while prohibited (Criminal Code)
- Vehicle seizure issues
- Demerit & SafeRoads suspensions
Consequences
If police stop a driver whose licence is suspended or disqualified, the vehicle is seized and impounded for 30 days — longer for repeat seizures — even if someone else owns it. A conviction can bring a substantial fine and a further licence suspension on top of any existing one.
Driving while prohibited by a court order after a criminal conviction is a separate Criminal Code offence that can bring jail and a criminal record.
Why people are suspended without realizing it
- Accumulating demerit points
- Unpaid fines
- An IRS or SafeRoads sanction
- Medical or administrative reasons
- Mail sent to an old address
How we defend these charges
- Notice — whether you were properly notified of the suspension
- Records — whether the suspension was in effect on the date you were stopped
- The stop — whether police lawfully stopped you
- Resolution — negotiating outcomes that limit further suspensions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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What happens if I'm caught driving while suspended in Alberta?
Your vehicle is seized for 30 days (longer for repeat seizures), and a conviction can bring a substantial fine and a further suspension.
What if I didn't know my licence was suspended?
Whether you were properly notified can be an important issue. Bring any letters or notices you've received and we'll review them.
Will my car be seized if it's not mine?
Yes, the vehicle can be seized even if it belongs to someone else. Owners should confirm drivers are properly licensed.
Is driving while suspended a criminal offence?
Driving while suspended under the Traffic Safety Act is a provincial offence. Driving while prohibited by a Criminal Code court order is a criminal offence.
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