Administrative Monetary Penalty System appeal for commercial vehicle operators.
You usually have 15 days from receiving a Part I offence notice to choose an option; trial dates depend on the court's schedule and are confirmed in writing before work starts. Ontario Licensed paralegal firm (LSO P21785)
What is included
Reviewing the charge and its possible effect on the operator's CVOR record
Requesting disclosure, including inspection reports and weigh scale records
Discussing resolution with the prosecutor
Representing the driver or operator in court, where your service includes it
Helping with a CVOR audit, interview or improvement plan where that is the service
What is not included
The fine, victim fine surcharge and court costs if there is a conviction
Insurance rate changes, which your insurer decides
An appeal, unless your service is an appeal
Criminal Code driving charges such as impaired driving, which are referred to a lawyer
Licence reinstatement and other government fees
Who this service is for
Commercial drivers
Trucking companies and fleet operators
Businesses with company vehicles
Information to have ready
1The ticket or summons and any inspection report
2The operator's CVOR certificate and record
3Logbooks or electronic logging records, if relevant
4Maintenance, permit and load records for the vehicle
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost?+
The fee is $750 plus 13% HST ($847.50 in all) for the work described on this page. Court, tribunal or government fees and other disbursements are extra. We confirm the scope and the fee in a written retainer agreement before any work starts.
What happens when I check out?+
You book a time for your intake call, then save a card on Stripe's secure page. Nothing is charged today: the card is only charged later, for an invoice for work already done, as your retainer agreement sets out. A licensed paralegal confirms the details, checks for conflicts of interest and, if we can act for you, sends the retainer agreement. Fees paid before the work is done are held in our trust account.
How does a ticket affect a CVOR record?+
Convictions involving commercial drivers and vehicles are usually recorded on the operator's CVOR record and can affect its safety rating. Too many can lead to a Ministry audit, interview or sanctions.
Can the firm act for both a trucking company and its driver?+
Sometimes, once a conflict check confirms it is appropriate to act for both. If their positions differ, one of them may need separate representation.
General information only, not legal advice. NEO Legal Services Professional Corporation is a licensed paralegal firm regulated by the Law Society of Ontario.
Important limitations
No outcome can be guaranteed; a withdrawal, reduction or acquittal is never certain
The court, not the firm, sets trial dates and decides the result
Bring in your ticket early so the deadline on it can be met