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 Milton, 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) 681-4040
- 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 Milton
Halton Region criminal matters are heard at the Milton courthouse on Steeles. Halton POA charges from Burlington, Oakville, Milton, and Halton Hills are handled at the Burlington POA office.
Halton Provincial Offences Court
4145 Harvester Road, Burlington, ON L7L 6A6
(905) 681-4040
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