Failing to obey a stop Sign Violation— Know Your Rights

Failing to obey a stop sign may seem minor, but it can quickly lead to demerit points, higher insurance costs, and long-term driving record issues. Learn what the law says and how Zorro Ticket can help protect your driving license.

Overview of the Offence

Under section 368 of Quebec’s Highway Safety Code, every driver and cyclist must come to a complete stop when facing a stop sign.A full stop means the vehicle’s wheels must come to a total halt before the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection. A quick “rolling stop” does not satisfy the legal requirement. Drivers must also yield to pedestrians and vehicles with the right of way before proceeding.

At railway crossings, a driver may continue only once it is safe to do so.

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Penalties and Consequences

Failing to obey a stop sign can result in:

3 demerit points
A fine of $100 to $200 plus administrative fees
Increase in insurance premiums
Record impact that contributes to a possible license suspension

Though it might appear to be a minor offence, repeated infractions can add up and affect both your driving privileges and insurance rates.

Common Defense Strategies

At Zorro Ticket, we carefully analyze the facts surrounding your alleged infraction. Common defenses include:

Challenging Visibility & Road Markings

If the stop line or sign was faded, obstructed, or poorly placed, it may raise reasonable doubt.

Questioning the Officer’s Observation

We verify whether the officer’s vantage point or distance allowed a clear view of the vehicle’s stop.

Environmental or Lighting Factors

Weather or low visibility could have influenced the officer’s perception of the stop.

Negotiating a Lesser Offence

In some cases, it may be possible to reduce the charge to avoid demerit points and insurance impact.

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How Zorro Ticket Can Help You

At Zorro Ticket, we regularly represent drivers accused of failing to obey a stop sign across Quebec. Led by Me Julien Lespérance Hudon, our firm combines in-depth knowledge of traffic law with experience in negotiating with prosecutors.

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