Legal Process
Legal Process Questions
How long does the process take?
The timeline varies by jurisdiction and court scheduling. In Quebec, most cases are resolved within 3 to 12 months, depending on the court's calendar. In Ontario, cases typically take 4 to 12 months. In New York, TVB hearings can be scheduled within 2 to 6 months. The initial steps — ticket upload, AI analysis, quote, and payment — can all be completed within minutes. Once you retain us, we file the necessary documents immediately. You can track the progress of your case in real time through your client dashboard.
What happens if I lose?
If the court rules against you despite our best efforts, several things happen. First, our money-back guarantee kicks in if we were unable to improve the outcome of your ticket (you receive a refund minus the $100 admin fee). Second, depending on the case, we may recommend filing an appeal, which has its own separate process and fee structure. Third, your lawyer will explain exactly what the ruling means for you in terms of fines, demerit points, and insurance impacts, and advise you on next steps. You are never left in the dark.
Can I contest a red light camera ticket?
Yes, red light camera tickets can be contested. In fact, camera tickets often have strong defense possibilities. Common defenses include challenging the calibration of the camera, questioning the clarity of the photo evidence, disputing whether the light was functioning properly, and raising issues with the timing of the yellow-to-red interval. In Ontario, red light camera tickets do not carry demerit points but do carry fines, and contesting them can save you money. Our AI system specifically looks for camera-related defenses when analyzing your ticket.
What about insurance impacts?
This is one of the most important reasons to contest your ticket. A traffic conviction on your record can increase your insurance premiums by 15% to 40% or more, depending on the severity of the offense and your province or state. In Ontario, a speeding conviction can stay on your insurance record for 3 years. In Quebec, the SAAQ demerit point system can lead to license restrictions. By contesting and winning, you avoid the conviction entirely, which means no impact on your insurance. Even a reduction from a major to a minor offense can save you thousands in insurance costs over time.
How many demerit points before license suspension?
The threshold varies by jurisdiction and driver status. In Quebec, a fully licensed driver faces suspension at 15 demerit points within a 2-year period, but new drivers (with a probationary license) face suspension at just 4 points. In Ontario, the threshold is 15 points for fully licensed drivers, 9 points for G2 holders, and 4 points for G1 holders. In New York, accumulating 11 points within 18 months results in license suspension. Each type of offense carries a different number of demerit points — speeding can range from 1 to 6 points depending on how far over the limit you were. Our AI calculates the exact demerit point risk for your specific ticket.