Being charged with a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) can have immediate
and lasting consequences: license suspension, heavy fines, a permanent criminal record,
and even jail time. At Sanctuary Lawyers, we understand how serious these charges are
and how they can impact your future. With offices in Toronto and Aurora, we specialize
in DUI defence throughout Southern Ontario, offering personalized, strategic
representation tailored to your case.
If you’ve been charged with impaired driving, Over 80, or refusal to provide a breath
sample, contact Sanctuary Lawyers immediately for a free consultation. Time is critical
when defending these cases.
On June 21, 2018, significant changes to Canada's impaired driving laws came into effect, making DUI offences much harder to defend. Police now have expanded powers to demand breath samples, and the "within two hours of driving" rule means that your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can be measured after driving and still form the basis of a charge. Technical legal arguments have become essential to mounting a successful defence.
The 2018 legal reforms increased both minimum fines and maximum penalties for DUI offences:
Higher BAC levels lead to more severe penalties, and second or third offences carry mandatory jail sentences and long-term licence suspensions.
The Supreme Court decision in R v Gubbins limited the disclosure defence lawyers can request about breathalyzer and blood alcohol testing devices. Navigating these technical challenges now requires experienced legal representation.
Whether alcohol or drug-related, we defend charges based on alleged impaired operation.
We challenge the accuracy of BAC testing, the validity of the demand, and procedural errors.
Refusing a test leads to automatic penalties, but Charter violations and improper police procedures can form the basis of a defence.
Cannabis and prescription drug impairment charges require technical, evidence-based defence strategies.
Ontario enforces a zero-tolerance policy for drivers under 21 and those with G1/G2 licences. We defend youth facing serious penalties for any detectable level of alcohol or drugs.
We assess your case, explain the charges, and outline your legal options.
We scrutinize police reports, breathalyzer calibration records, and all evidence for procedural errors and Charter violations.
We craft a defence tailored to your circumstances, whether through negotiation or trial.
Our experienced trial lawyers advocate for reduced charges, alternative resolutions, or full acquittal.
Where appropriate, we connect clients with support services to aid in recovery and reintegration.
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If you have been charged with impaired driving, Over 80, or refusal, don't wait. Contact Sanctuary Lawyers immediately for a free consultation. We are ready to protect your rights, challenge your charges, and fight for your future.
At Sanctuary Lawyers, we don’t just defend cases—we help rebuild lives.