How to Fight a Stop Sign Ticket

There are a number of options to deal with a stop sign ticket if you have received one.  These can range from paying the ticket, trying to fight the ticket on your own, or hiring a specialized ticket defence firm to take care of it for you.  Ticket Shield is able to defend you against Stop Sign charges anywhere in Ontario.  This is one of the most common charges issued under the Highway Traffic Act. One of the biggest misconceptions is that the driver must stop at the physical location of the sign. As can be seen above, the actual location of the sign does not matter. The stop lines or crosswalk lines determine where you are required to stop your vehicle.

What is the law related to stop signs in Ontario?

It is important to look at the wording of the actual law.  Section 136(1) of the Highway Traffic Act, RSO 1990, c H.8 states: “Every driver or street car operator approaching a stop sign at an intersection, (a) shall stop his or her vehicle or street car at a marked stop line or, if none, then immediately before entering the nearest crosswalk or, if none, then immediately before entering the intersection; and (b) shall yield the right of way to traffic in the intersection or approaching the intersection on another highway so closely that to proceed would constitute an immediate hazard and, having so yielded the right of way, may proceed.” This means that even if the way is clear to proceed, you are still required to come to a full and complete stop to comply with this law.  A “rolling stop” will not be sufficient.

What is the penalty for a Stop Sign ticket?

• Set Fine: $110.00
• Demerit Points: 3
• CVOR Points: 3 
• Additional Penalties: A conviction on your driving record for 3 years

Should I fight the Stop Sign ticket?

Most definitely.  A Disobey Stop Sign or Stop Sign – Fail to Stop ticket is a 3 demerit point offence. Not only can this affect your insurance premiums, if you accumulate enough demerit points, you could face suspension or lose your license completely.  This can impact your employment, schooling or general life necessities. TEXT YOUR TICKET

How can Ticket Shield help you fight your Stop Sign ticket?

We have been fighting stop sign offences for more than 10 years and are very familiar with the laws, rules, and “loopholes” that can result in these tickets being dismissed entirely or reduced. We spend the necessary time on your case with the goal of eliminating the charges completely by having them withdrawn or dismissed. If this is not possible, we will negotiate with the prosecutors to shield your demerit points, protect your license from being suspended, negotiate for the lowest fine available, and ultimately, keep your insurance rates as low as possible. Your case-specific strategy will be developed with the specific details of your situation in mind to ensure that the outcome is as favourable as possible.

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