Speeding Tickets
Speeding Ticket Lawyers in Edmonton
A speeding ticket can cost more in insurance increases than the fine itself. We review the ticket and evidence, negotiate reductions and fight tickets at trial where it makes sense.
Our speeding ticket lawyers in Edmonton defend speeding, excessive speeding, school and playground zone and construction zone tickets under Alberta's Traffic Safety Act.
Tickets we handle
- Speeding
- Excessive speeding (50+ km/h over)
- Playground & school zones
- Construction zones
- Speeding at an unreasonable rate
- Commercial & GDL drivers
Speeding demerit points in Alberta
Fully licensed drivers are suspended at 15 demerit points within two years; GDL drivers at 8. Fines are set by regulation, increase with speed, and are higher in playground, school and construction zones. Alberta increased many traffic fines in March 2026.
Photo radar vs. officer-issued tickets
Photo radar and automated enforcement tickets are issued to the vehicle's registered owner and don't carry demerit points. Tickets issued by an officer at the roadside go on the driver's record with demerits — and those are the ones that affect your licence and insurance most.
How we fight speeding tickets
- Negotiation — a reduced speed can mean fewer demerits and a lower fine
- Disclosure review — radar or laser device testing, officer training and notes
- Trial — the prosecution must prove the offence; we challenge the evidence where it's weak
In most cases you don't need to attend court. Submit your ticket online for a free estimate.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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How many demerits is a speeding ticket in Alberta?
2 demerits for up to 15 km/h over, 3 for 16–30 km/h over, 4 for 31–50 km/h over, and 6 for more than 50 km/h over.
Do photo radar tickets give demerit points in Alberta?
No. Photo radar tickets are issued to the registered owner and don't carry demerits. Officer-issued tickets do.
Can a lawyer get my speeding ticket reduced?
Often. Prosecutors may agree to a reduced speed or charge, which can lower the fine and demerits. Results depend on your ticket and driving record.
Will a speeding ticket raise my insurance?
It can. Convictions appear on your driver's abstract, which insurers review. Avoiding or reducing the conviction helps protect your rates.
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