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 Hamilton, Ontario.
Leaving the scene of a collision without stopping or providing required information. Carries severe demerit and insurance consequences, plus possible imprisonment.
- Courthouse
- Hamilton Provincial Offences Court
- Court Phone
- (905) 546-2424
- 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 Hamilton
Hamilton serves Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek, and Flamborough. Summary criminal matters proceed at the John Sopinka Courthouse; HTA and POA matters at the Main Street East Provincial Offences court.
Hamilton Provincial Offences Court
50 Main Street East, Hamilton, ON L8N 1E7
(905) 546-2424
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