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Charged with Careless Driving in London
Careless driving under HTA s.130 in London often follows a collision on Wonderland, Wharncliffe, or Veterans Memorial Parkway — and it carries 6 demerit points and a serious-conviction insurance classification. A licensed Ontario paralegal can defend it at the London Provincial Offences Court.
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Careless Driving in London — how it actually works
In London, careless driving charges are heavily driven by collisions on the busy city arterials — Wonderland Road, Wharncliffe Road, Highbury Avenue, and Veterans Memorial Parkway — plus the 401 and 402 within London limits. Where a London Police Service or OPP investigation finds the officer believes the driving fell below the standard of care, the s.130 charge is laid on scene or by summons afterwards.
Careless driving can proceed either as a Part I ticket or, where the allegation is more serious, as a Part III summons — which changes the options open to you at the London court. The Ontario careless driving overview sets out both routes and the penalty ranges attached to each.
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Careless Driving in London
Where is careless driving prosecuted in London?
At the London Provincial Offences Court, 824 Dundas Street East, London, ON N5W 5R1 — the same court that hears every HTA charge laid within the City of London. (Source: london.ca.)
How do I dispute a careless driving ticket in London?
You have the same three options as any London POA matter: plead guilty, request an Early Resolution meeting with the prosecutor, or set the matter for trial. Disclosure is requested through the Provincial Offences Office at 824 Dundas Street East. We can appear for you at each of those stages.
Do I have to attend court in London in person?
In most Provincial Offences matters, no. A licensed paralegal can appear on your behalf at London Provincial Offences Court, 824 Dundas Street East, London, ON N5W 5R1, which means you generally do not need to take a day off work to attend. You would normally only need to be there in person if the matter goes to trial and your own evidence is required.
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This may not be the whole picture — here's how we handle other charges in London, and how Careless Driving plays out in other Ontario cities.
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Careless Driving elsewhere in Ontario
Legal information, not legal advice. Laws, fines and demerit points change; check the current Highway Traffic Act and the Ontario Court of Justice set-fine schedule before relying on a figure. Using this site or sending a form does not create a paralegal-client relationship.