Holding a Bluetooth device while driving is not against the law

As you may already know, since 2008 the Highway Safety Code forbids the use of hand-held telephone devices while operating a road vehicle. Non-compliance with this rule is subject to a maximum fine of one hundred dollars (100$) plus added fees, as well as the addition of three (3) demerit points to your driving record. That being said, the use of a headset or a Bluetooth type device is not prohibited, even if you are holding the said device in your hand while driving. The Superior Court in a recent judgment (July 23, 2013) confirmed that such an accessory cannot and should not be considered as a device whose use is prohibited under the Highway Safety Code if held in a driver’s hand. Such a prohibition does not fulfill the necessary conditions set forth in the Code in order to prove the commission of that offence. Therefore, if you receive a statement of offence for having held such a telephone accessory while operating your motor vehicle, keep in mind that we can help you contest your ticket, and thus avoid the loss of demerit points to your driving record.

About Ticket911.ca

This law firm has a strong focus in the field of road safety and criminal law in Quebec, Ontario and the state New York. It was built on the many years of experience and knowledge of the founding lawyers Avi Levy and Bernard Levy-Soussan, leading them to being able to defend your rights in the best way possible after having received a statement of offence under the Highway Safety Code or under equivalent laws in Ontario or New York or after being charged with a criminal offence. Ticket911.ca is there to contest any of your tickets and aid in managing your driving record, even if you are a commercial driver.

For more information on the services offered by Ticket911.ca, visit www.ticket911.ca or call (514) 700-0303 / (855) 444-4911 or even come meet them at their office.

Sincerely,

Avi Levy et Bernard Lévy-Soussan, Lawyers