Traffic Ticket Advocates has been successfully helping clients fight red light tickets in Newmarket and the GTA for over 30 years. If you’ve received a red light ticket or a red light camera ticket, our experienced team can help you navigate the legal process and work toward reducing or eliminating penalties. Contact us today for a free consultation to explore your options.
Red Light Ticket Lawyers in Newmarket
A red light ticket is issued when a driver fails to stop at a red light before proceeding through an intersection. Depending on the circumstances, you may receive a standard red light ticket issued by a police officer or a red light camera ticket triggered by an automated enforcement system.
These tickets can carry serious consequences, including fines, demerit points, and insurance rate increases. Not all red light violations are clear-cut – many drivers are ticketed unfairly due to unclear signage, mistimed signals, or errors in enforcement.
At Traffic Ticket Advocates, we provide strategic legal defence to challenge the evidence against you and work toward reducing or eliminating your penalties. Don’t let a red light ticket impact your driving record – get the expert legal support you need today.
What Are the Consequences of a Red Light Ticket?
Before you pay a red light ticket, make sure you understand exactly what the penalties against you will be.
- Red light tickets are considered “hazardous violations.” Insurance companies often view these infractions as indicators of higher accident risk, which may lead to higher premiums for convicted drivers.
- Failing to stop at a red light carries three demerit points and a set fine of $265.
- All convictions will stay on your driving record for 3 years and could affect your insurance rating.
If you’ve received a red light camera ticket, the penalties are different. They do not result in demerit points or impact your driver’s licence since they are issued to the vehicle owner rather than the driver.
Red Light Charges in Ontario
Red Light Ticket – Fail to Stop (HTA Section 144(18))
Every driver approaching a traffic signal with the control signal showing red shall stop their vehicle and should not proceed until a green signal is shown.
- This offence carries three demerit points and a set fine of $260 plus court costs for a total of $325.
- A conviction remains on your driving record for 3 years and can increase your insurance rates.
- These tickets are issued by a police officer who observes the violation.
Red Light Camera Ticket – Owner Responsibility (HTA Section 144.18)
Unlike standard fail-to-stop tickets, red light camera tickets are issued automatically when a vehicle is photographed entering an intersection after the light has turned red.
- The ticket is sent to the registered owner of the vehicle, not the driver.
- These tickets do not result in demerit points, affect your driving record, or impact your insurance.
- They still carry a fine, and unpaid fines could lead to issues with vehicle registration renewal.
Fighting a red light camera ticket may not always be necessary since they do not affect your insurance or driving record. However, if you have questions about your ticket or need guidance, Traffic Ticket Advocates can provide advice on your options.
Why Choose Us to Fight Your Red Light Ticket?
Whether you received a red light ticket from a police officer or a red light camera ticket, Traffic Ticket Advocates is here to help. With over 30 years of experience, we have the expertise to fight your red light ticket and work toward the best possible outcome.
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How We Handle Your Red Light Ticket Case
From the moment you retain our services, we take charge of every step in the process. Whether you received a red light ticket from an officer or are fighting a red light camera ticket in Newmarket, you can trust us to:
- File your ticket and set a trial date within 2-4 months.
- Obtain and review the evidence, including officer notes, traffic camera footage, and intersection timing data.
- Discuss all options with you, which may include:
- Challenging the officer’s evidence at trial.
- Reviewing red light camera calibration and placement.
- Examining signage, visibility, and signal timing issues.
- Determining whether the case qualifies for an administrative review under AMPS.
Contact Our Red Light Ticket Paralegals Today
Don’t pay your ticket without understanding your options. The experienced team of red light ticket paralegals at Traffic Ticket Advocates is committed to helping you navigate this stressful situation. We will review your case, explain your legal choices, and develop a defence strategy tailored to your situation.
With over 30 years of experience, we proudly serve clients from Newmarket to Barrie and across York Region, Toronto and the GTA. Call or text us at 416-702-7337 today.