Facing criminal charges is always stressful. But as an immigrant in Canada, the consequences can be especially severe. And, due to a recent change in the law, Canadian immigrants have more to worry about than ever. Canada has long enforced stiff penalties for...
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Impaired Driving Charges – Alcohol And Drugs
3 common misconceptions in gauging your BAC
Drunk driving-related accidents are on the rise across Canada. One issue in determining whether you’re capable of driving after a few drinks is understanding your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). In Alberta, if your BAC is 0.8 or above, you are considered drunk in...
The collateral consequences of being charged with impaired driving as a parent
Facing an impaired driving charge is stressful under any circumstance. But if you’re a parent, there is a lot more at stake. Your conviction could be used as evidence that you are an unfit parent. In certain cases, it could even mean an increased sentence. Here are...
Social media ads may encourage teen drinking
It is a well-known fact that advertisements affect human behaviour. This is why there are limits on advertising alcoholic beverages in print and on television. It is also why cigarette advertisements no longer appear in mainstream television or print content. However,...
What happens if I refuse a breath test in Alberta?
Having a DUI on one's record can affect a person's life in numerous ways. Besides criminal consequences, there is often a great deal of stigma associated with a drunk driving conviction. That is why it is so important for those accused of impaired driving-related...
Why and how alcohol affects people differently
Imagine you are meeting up with some friends to have a barbecue. It’s a beautiful night, you haven’t seen them for a while and you are having a good time. You all have a few drinks throughout the night, but no one seems impaired. However, you could wind up being the...
How can you contest a blood alcohol test?
Breathalyzer tests are commonly used to test a driver's level of impairment from alcohol. However, the breathalyzer has often been criticised for its unreliable results. In addition to breath tests, Alberta law enforcement may also employ blood alcohol tests if they...
Examining impaired driving laws post cannabis legalization
It’s been almost a year since the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada. Since then, the government has opened its online store, and allowed private brick-and-mortar shops to open in different provinces. The federal government also updated their impaired...
What you should know about cannabis and impaired driving
Like alcohol, cannabis has specific legislation for how it can be consumed and when. Now that the weather is getting better, it may be time for a refresher on the penalties for cannabis use. One of the biggest concerns for Canadians when the law legalizing the...
What conditions present the same signs as driving while impaired?
Every driver should know that driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs is something to avoid. Not only could these types of impaired driving lead to legal consequences, they can also contribute to a serious accident. However, just because a driver appears impaired...