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Ontario traffic law, made easier to navigate. Explore offences, penalties,
demerit points and what a conviction can mean.
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Common traffic offences
Search 1,402 records →Start with the offence listed on your notice.
| Offence | HTA section | Demerit points | Fine overview | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SpeedingSpeed & driving | s. 128 | 0–6 | Varies by speed | → |
| Disobey stop signSigns & signals | s. 136(1)(a) | 3 | $85 set fine | → |
| Red light — fail to stopSigns & signals | s. 144(18) | 3 | $260 set fine | → |
| Careless drivingSpeed & driving | s. 130(1) | 6 | Serious penalties | → |
| Hand-held device useDevices & attention | s. 78.1(1) | 3 / 6 | $615 total¹ | → |
| Following too closelySpeed & driving | s. 158(1) | 4 | $85 set fine | → |
Fines shown are introductory. Set fines exclude surcharge and costs; the device amount is a total payable. Points depend on the exact offence and licence class.
More detailed offence guides
Understand the allegation, possible penalties and court steps.
Stunt Driving in Ontario
A stunt-driving charge can take a driver off the road before a court decides the case. Understand the roadside measures, the allegation and the separate penalties that can follow a conviction.
Read the guide →Driving While Suspended in Ontario
Driving while your licence is suspended can lead to another charge and a longer period off the road. The reason for the original suspension matters: Ontario has different penalty ranges for different suspensions.
Read the guide →Driving Without Insurance in Ontario
An allegation that a vehicle was uninsured is different from failing to produce an insurance card. A no-insurance conviction can bring a large court fine even though it does not carry driver demerit points.
Read the guide →More than just a fine
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Explore our reference library →ONTARIO FOCUSED
A growing reference. The directory now contains 1,402 records and links to twelve full articles. Summaries are introductory and await legal review. Learn about the project.
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