Charged with impaired driving? Do not let a criminal record, licence suspension, or jail sentence jeopardize your future.
Impaired driving offences, commonly referred to as DUI charges, remain among the most aggressively prosecuted criminal offences in Canada. A conviction can result in a criminal record, mandatory licence suspensions, substantial fines, increased insurance costs, travel restrictions, ignition interlock requirements, and even imprisonment. For many professionals, business owners, and working individuals, the consequences can be devastating.
At Michael Coristine Law, we provide strategic, trial-ready defence for a wide range of impaired driving offences, including:
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Operation While Impaired (Criminal Code s. 320.14)
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Failure or Refusal to Comply with a Demand (Criminal Code s. 320.15)
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Drug-Impaired Driving
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Alcohol-Impaired Driving
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Impaired Driving Causing Bodily Harm
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Impaired Driving Causing Death
Impaired driving law is highly technical and continues to evolve through legislative changes and court decisions. Police investigations often involve roadside screening devices, Approved Instrument breath testing, blood samples, Drug Recognition Evaluations (DRE), body-worn camera footage, in-car camera recordings, and extensive officer observations.
The Crown devotes significant resources to impaired driving prosecutions. Crown Attorneys receive extensive training in this area of law and follow strict prosecution guidelines. As a result, these cases frequently proceed to trial and require a defence lawyer with a thorough understanding of the Criminal Code, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the scientific evidence often relied upon by the prosecution.
Despite the seriousness of these allegations, impaired driving charges can be successfully defended. Every case must be carefully reviewed for potential Charter violations, procedural errors, reliability concerns, issues with testing equipment, deficiencies in police investigations, and weaknesses in the Crown's evidence.
As a former Senior Crown Attorney, Michael Coristine has extensive experience prosecuting and defending impaired driving matters. He understands how these cases are investigated, prepared, and presented in court and uses that insight to build effective defence strategies for his clients.
If you have been charged with impaired driving, operation while impaired, refusal or failure to comply with a demand, or any related DUI offence, contact Michael Coristine Law immediately. Early legal advice can be critical to protecting your licence, your record, and your future.
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