Can a cyclist proceed on a red pedestrian light?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

Can I negotiate a lesser offence?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

How many demerit points are added for running a red light?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

What is the typical fine for a red light infraction?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

Can I contest a red light ticket?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

Is it possible to negotiate a lesser offence?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

How long do I have to contest a red light ticket?

Yes, but only after stopping, ensuring it's safe, riding at a reasonable speed, and giving pedestrians priority.

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What they mean for your license

In Quebec, the demerit point system is a central component of road safety enforcement. It is designed to identify risky driving behaviour, encourage compliance with traffic laws, and, when necessary, restrict or suspend driving privileges. Understanding how demerit points work—and their legal consequences—is essential for any driver holding a Quebec driver's license.

What to do after getting a speeding ticket in Quebec?

A step-by-step overview of the options available to you, from paying the fine to contesting it, and how to protect your driving record.

Did you get a ticket while driving in Quebec?

If you are an Ontario driver, they may not stay there. Due to a reciprocal agreement between Ontario and Quebec, your conviction in Quebec may follow you home, which will affect your driving record in Ontario, your demerit points, and your insurance rates.

Understanding Demerit Points: What They Mean for Your License

Learn how Quebec's point system works, when suspensions apply, and how legal representation can help reduce your total.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about contesting your ticket? You’re not alone. Here are answers to the most common questions we receive.

1. How long do I have to contest a ticket?

You have 30 days from the date of issue to contest your ticket in Quebec. It’s best to act quickly so our lawyers can review your file and prepare the strongest possible defense.

2. Do I have to go to court myself?

In most cases, no. We will represent you in court.

3. Can I really save my points?

Many times, yes. Each case is unique, but we specialize in reducing or eliminating demerit points.

4. How much does it cost?

We offer a free initial consultation to review your ticket. If you choose to move forward, our fees are transparent and fixed, with no surprises.

5. What types of tickets do you handle?

We handle all types of driving violations, including speeding, red light, cell phone, impaired driving, suspended license, and more — for both private and commercial drivers.

6. What happens after I submit my ticket?

Once you submit your ticket, Me Lespérance Hudon will personally review it. He will then contact you to answer your questions and propose a clear, tailored action plan based on your situation.

7. Will fighting my ticket really make a difference?

Absolutely. Contesting can help you avoid points, lower fines, and prevent insurance increases. In many cases, in the long terms, clients save much more than the cost of legal representation.

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