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 Orangeville, Ontario.
Leaving the scene of a collision without stopping or providing required information. Carries severe demerit and insurance consequences, plus possible imprisonment.
- Courthouse
- Orangeville Provincial Offences Court
- Court Phone
- (519) 941-0241
- 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 Orangeville
Dufferin County summary criminal matters are heard at the Orangeville courthouse on Louisa Street. Provincial offences from OPP Dufferin Detachment and local enforcement appear at the Zina Street POA office.
Orangeville Provincial Offences Court
51 Zina Street, Orangeville, ON L9W 1E5
(519) 941-0241
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