i.
What the charge means
Section 200 of the HTA requires drivers involved in an accident to stop, render assistance, and provide their name, address, and licence information.
Highway Traffic Act s.200
Fail to Remain charges in Burlington, Ontario.
Leaving the scene of a collision without stopping or providing required information. Carries severe demerit and insurance consequences, plus possible imprisonment.
- Courthouse
- Halton Provincial Offences Court
- Court Phone
- (905) 637-1274
- Consultation
- Free & Confidential
ii.
Penalties
Fine $400–$2,000; up to 6 months imprisonment; 7 demerit points; licence suspension up to 2 years; major insurance impact.
iii.
Available defences
- No knowledge of collision
- Necessity
- Identification
- Defective notice
iv.
The process
Disclosure, witness statements, dash-cam review where available, pre-trial resolution.
v.
Notes for Burlington
Burlington HTA and Provincial Offences Act matters are heard at the Halton POA Court on Palladium Way. Criminal matters from Burlington proceed at the Halton Region courthouse in Milton on Steeles Avenue.
Traffic / POA Court
Halton Provincial Offences Court
4085 Palladium Way, Burlington, ON L7M 2A6
(905) 637-1274
All Halton Region provincial offences — Burlington, Milton, Oakville and Halton Hills.
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