Point DutyTraffic Court Defence and Legal Services
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Standing Between You and the System: 24 Years of Dedicated Defense in Toronto, the GTA, and beyond.

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Practice Areas

What we defend.

Licensed paralegal services across the matters Ontario residents face most often — from a 401 speeding ticket to a summary criminal charge, a small claims dispute, or a tenancy hearing. Practical defence, plainly explained.

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Traffic Tickets & Provincial Offences

Speeding, stunt driving, careless driving, drive suspended, novice driver and Highway Traffic Act matters. We defend the ticket, protect the abstract, and minimise insurance impact.

  • Speeding (s.128)
  • Stunt Driving (s.172)
  • Careless Driving (s.130)
  • Drive Suspended (s.53)
  • Fail to Remain (s.200)
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Criminal Offences

Summary conviction matters within paralegal scope — assault, theft under, mischief, cause disturbance and similar charges. Disclosure review, Crown resolution, trial preparation.

  • Assault (s.266)
  • Theft Under $5,000
  • Dangerous Driving
  • Uttering Threats
  • Criminal Harassment
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Other Services

Civil and tribunal representation under licensed paralegal scope. Includes Small Claims Court (claims up to $50,000) and Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) hearings for landlords and tenants.

  • Small Claims Court (≤ $50,000)
  • Debt recovery & contract disputes
  • Residential Tenancies / LTB
  • L1 / L2 / N4 / N12 applications
  • T2 / T6 tenant applications
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Our Commitment

Three things you can count on.

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Engagement Process

What happens after you call.

Most clients are surprised at how quickly the path forward becomes clear. Here’s the shape of a typical Point Duty engagement from first call to final appearance.

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    About 20 minutes

    Free Consultation

    A confidential phone conversation about your charge, your priorities, and the realistic outcomes. No retainer required and no obligation to engage further. We give you a candid read on the matter before you commit to anything.

  2. 02
    1–3 weeks

    Disclosure & Review

    We file the appropriate appearances and request full Crown disclosure on your behalf. The officer's notes, witness statements, video, and supporting evidence are reviewed line by line — both for procedural defects and substantive defences.

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    Varies by court

    Strategy & Resolution

    Most matters resolve before trial. Pre-trial Crown discussions, plea negotiation, peace bonds, diversion programs, or withdrawal applications — whichever offers the best realistic outcome given the evidence and your priorities.

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    As scheduled

    Trial & Representation

    If the matter proceeds to trial, you receive full representation: cross-examination of Crown witnesses, evidentiary submissions, Charter arguments where the record supports them, and sentencing submissions if convicted.

Client Voices

What our clients say.

Most of our work comes from referrals — clients who, having been defended once, send their family and friends. A selection of their words, from across the GTA and beyond.

  • Kerlan has handled all of my cases since 2007 — efficient, knowledgeable, and prompt. I've recommended him to all my friends and family, who've all had positive outcomes. If you've read this far, look no further. You won't regret letting him handle your legal needs.

    Crystal A.BRAMPTON · CLIENT SINCE 2007

  • I received 3 traffic summons last summer. The officer literally charged me with all he could. While I was shopping for attorneys, I came across Kerlan and hired him to fight my charges. He was quite helpful and explained everything in detail — what was possible and how it could be handled. He was there throughout the process and it was brought down to a regular ticket with the minimum fine. Thanks to Kerlan! For any future needs, I'll reach out to Point Duty Traffic.

    Sunil P.MILTON · STUNT DRIVING

  • Kerlan at Point Duty Traffic was amazing to deal with — understanding and patient with all my questions. His communication skills are excellent and he was careful to ensure I knew what to expect from the process. I encourage anyone who is concerned about dealing with the court system to give him a call.

    Sigrid S.MISSISSAUGA · DOCUMENT SIGNING
Where We Appear

Across the GTA and beyond.

We accept retainers from across Ontario, but the cities below are where most of our practice happens — and where we appear in court on a weekly basis. Click through for courthouse details and the charges we defend in each jurisdiction.

Charged outside the GTA? We travel. See full coverage across Ontario →

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Charged today?
Call today.

Most matters benefit from early intervention — before a missed court date adds a charge, before a deadline lapses, before the Crown sets its position. The first call is free, confidential, and without obligation.

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