Are the police out to get you?
If you’re pulled over by the police once, you probably feel like you’re being scrutinized. If you get pulled over by the police more than once in a...
What Police Don’t Have to Tell You During a Traffic Stop in BC
Most drivers assume that if something important is happening during a traffic stop, the police will explain it. That assumption causes problems.
In British...
A Gentle Warning About Cell Phone Tickets in BC
Cell phone tickets in British Columbia are widely misunderstood. Many drivers think of them as minor infractions. They are not. In fact, they are considered a...
The Return of Traffic Enforcement in BC?
For several years, traffic enforcement in British Columbia was on the decline. The RCMP were even more short staffed during the pandemic. In Vancouver, the city...
The Myth of the Ticket That Gets Thrown Out
One of the most enduring stories about traffic tickets is that they can be “thrown out.” People repeat it as though the ticket itself gets torn up, erased, or...
Tracking History: A Key Component of Speed Enforcement
One of the most important and least understood concepts in speed enforcement is tracking history. It appears in training materials and in courtrooms. The meaning is...
What People Get Wrong About Traffic Court in British Columbia
The Misconception: Traffic Tickets Are No Big Deal
It’s a common belief that traffic tickets aren’t a big deal. People think youcan just show up to court, tell...
Spring Traffic Blitzes in BC
Every spring without fail police in BC announce seasonal enforcement blitzes. Surrey’s latest campaign is no exception. The Surrey police announced a one-day...
New Licensing Changes in BC: What You Need to Know
The BC government has changed the Motor Vehicle Act. One of the biggest changes is that many drivers will no longer need to take a Class 5 road test. ICBC can now...
What are the Penalties for a DUI in Canada? Will I go to jail?
In Canada, the penalties for a DUI depend on whether the offence is prosecuted as a summary conviction or an indictable offence.
DUIs in Canada are treated as...