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ShajjanParalegal Services

Traffic ticket and provincial offences paralegal in Toronto

Shajjan Paralegal Services defends drivers and businesses charged under Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act, Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act and municipal by-laws. Fees start at $300 plus HST for a standard ticket. We request the trial, review the prosecution’s evidence and appear in court so you usually don’t have to.

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  • Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario, licence P20257
  • We speak English, Farsi, Hindi, Urdu and Pashto

Overview

Paying a ticket is a guilty plea. The fine is often the smallest cost: demerit points, a licence suspension for a novice driver, and three years of higher insurance premiums can cost thousands more.

You have 15 days from the date on the ticket to choose an option. Once a trial is requested, we obtain the officer’s notes and other disclosure, look for errors, and negotiate with the prosecutor for a withdrawal or a reduced charge with fewer or no demerit points. When the evidence is weak, we take it to trial.

Matters we handle

Drivers

Protect your licence, demerit points and insurance rate.

Novice drivers (G1 and G2)

A conviction can mean a suspension. Act before the 15-day window closes.

Commercial drivers and small businesses

CVOR, by-law, licensing and workplace regulatory charges.

Situations like yours

Common cases we see, and how we would approach each one. These are illustrations, not promises of a result: every case depends on its facts.

Example scenario

Stunt driving: car impounded and licence suspended on the spot

A 23-year-old in Brampton was stopped going 52 km/h over the limit on a 60 km/h road. Police suspended his licence for 30 days and impounded his car for 14 days at the roadside.

How we would handle it

We would get the full disclosure, test the speed evidence and the officer’s notes, and work toward a reduction to an ordinary speeding charge, which avoids a long licence suspension and the stunt driving conviction insurers fear most.

The law: A stunt driving conviction carries a fine of $2,000 to $10,000, six demerit points and a licence suspension of at least one year for a first offence. The roadside suspension is separate from the court case.

Example scenario

45 km/h over on Highway 401

A driver with a clean record was ticketed at 145 km/h in a 100 zone near Yonge Street, facing four demerit points and years of higher insurance.

How we would handle it

We would request a trial, get the officer’s notes and the radar or laser records, and negotiate an amendment to a lower speed with fewer or no demerit points.

The law: Speeding 30 to 49 km/h over the limit carries four demerit points. 50 km/h or more over carries six.

Example scenario

Careless driving after a fender-bender

A rideshare driver was charged with careless driving after a low-speed rear-end collision on Finch Avenue in the rain. A conviction would mean six demerit points and losing his work.

How we would handle it

We would review the collision report, photos and witness statements, then aim for a resolution to a lesser offence or argue at trial that the driving didn’t meet the legal test.

The law: The prosecution must prove driving without due care and attention. A collision on its own does not prove carelessness.

Example scenario

G2 driver caught holding a phone at a red light

A G2 driver in Markham was charged with distracted driving while stopped at a red light with a phone in hand.

How we would handle it

We would get disclosure to see exactly what the officer saw, test whether the phone was being held or used within the meaning of the law, and work to avoid the suspension that follows a novice conviction.

The law: Holding a phone while driving is an offence even when stopped in traffic. Novice drivers also face a licence suspension on conviction.

Example scenario

Driving without insurance: a $5,000 minimum fine

A driver in Brampton was charged after his insurer cancelled the policy for a missed payment. He says he never got a cancellation notice.

How we would handle it

We would get the insurer’s cancellation records and notice history to test whether the policy was validly cancelled, and put them in front of the prosecutor.

The law: A first conviction for driving without insurance carries a fine of $5,000 to $25,000. Whether the policy was properly cancelled can decide the case.

How it works

  1. 1

    Send us the ticket

    A photo of both sides is enough. Do this within 15 days of the date on the ticket.

  2. 2

    Trial requested

    We file the request and set up disclosure.

  3. 3

    Disclosure reviewed

    We review the officer’s notes and evidence for weaknesses.

  4. 4

    Resolution or trial

    We negotiate with the prosecutor or defend you at trial.

What the fee includes

Key facts and deadlines

Ontario Court of Justice (Provincial Offences Court)

Deadline to respond to a ticket
15 days from the date on the ticket
Speeding 30 to 49 km/h over
4 demerit points
Speeding 50 km/h or more over
6 demerit points, may be charged as stunt driving
Careless driving
6 demerit points, fines up to $2,000
No insurance, first conviction
Fine from $5,000 to $25,000

From our Google reviews

“Misbah was very helpful and educates, he has very excellent understanding of [law] and regulations.”
Syed M.. Google review, 2025
“Amazing service very fast and professional, recommend it to all of my friends.”
Alex M.. Google review, 2025

Traffic Tickets and Provincial Offences: questions and answers

Is it worth fighting a speeding ticket in Ontario?

Often yes. A conviction affects demerit points and usually raises your insurance for three years, which can cost more than the fine. Many tickets are resolved to a lower speed or fewer points.

How much does a paralegal cost for a traffic ticket in Toronto?

Our fee for a standard ticket is $300 plus HST. Serious charges such as careless driving, stunt driving or no insurance get a fixed quote after a free review.

Do I have to go to court?

For most Part I tickets a paralegal can appear for you. Some charges and proceedings may need you to attend, and we tell you in advance.

What happens if I miss the 15-day deadline?

You may be convicted without a hearing. It is sometimes possible to reopen the case, but you need to act quickly. Contact us as soon as possible.

Can a paralegal help with criminal driving charges?

No. Impaired driving and dangerous driving are criminal charges and need a criminal lawyer. We will tell you if your charge falls into this category.

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Talk to a licensed paralegal about your case

Call, text or email. We’ll confirm your deadline and what the fee covers on the first call.

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