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First-Time DUI in Mississauga
Even a first-time DUI can lead to serious consequences that impact your financial situation, criminal record, and ability to drive:
- Mandatory minimum fine of $1,000 and a criminal record
- Licence suspension for at least 12 months
- Ignition interlock required after reinstatement
- Possible jail time in aggravated cases
The litigation process feels heavy and daunting on your own. An experienced Mississauga DUI lawyer will lower the impact of this incident on your life. With the right legal support, you will be able to quickly move forward with your normal life.
Examples of DUI Cases
- Driver is pulled over during a RIDE program on Highway 403 by Peel Regional Police 12 Division. After roadside breath testing registers BAC over 0.08, client charged. Flaws in breathalyzer calibration highlighted in negotiations. Crown agrees to withdraw criminal charges.
- Commercial driver arrested on QEW after accident with multiple vehicles involved. Charged with IMPAIRED OPERATION CAUSING BODILY HARM. Through defence, expert toxicologist’s report cast doubt on actual impairment. Crown withdraws bodily harm charge, client remains subject only to Highway Traffic Act penalty.
- Young driver stopped at Hurontario St. Pretrial. Negotiations focus on client’s medical history impacting ability to provide a sample. Charges withdrawn, client enters guilty plea to minor infraction at Ontario Court of Justice – Aylmer Ave.
Repeat Offender in Mississauga
A repeat DUI charge is treated far more seriously because it shows a pattern of risky behaviour. The penalties involve:
- Higher fines
- Mandatory jail sentence
- Longer driving prohibitions up to a lifetime suspension
- Major increases in insurance costs
- Stricter ignition interlock requirements
In second DUI cases, judges are less flexible on resolution offers and more likely to seek higher penalties. Contacting a reliable DUI lawyer will increase your chances at getting the best possible outcome.
If you have a professional on your side. Jonathan Lapid will fight for you with legal expertise and extensive experience. Even if you don’t see a way out, trust a seasoned specialist to find it.
Read About Our Many Successful DUI Cases
Do you live in Mississauga? Have you been charged with a DUI or an impaired driving charge? I’ve gotten hundreds of clients acquitted, and I’ll do the same for you. My work has set the precedent for cases time and time again. I’ve been interviewed by high tier networks, and am the first to be called when an expert legal opinion is needed.
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Winning Your DUI Case in Three Steps
Your Side of the Story
A lawyer’s job starts with rebuilding the events from your point of view. We review the disclosure, request additional records when needed, and break down every decision the police made during the stop, the roadside tests, the arrest, and breath testing. It’s when we find moments where protocol slipped or where timing doesn’t line up. Discussing all the circumstances surrounding your case, we find the right base for our strategy.
A Winning Strategy
Many clients are surprised to learn how many viable paths exist, even in cases that initially look impossible. First-time DUI or repeat offender, either way, a skilled DUI lawyer will pinpoint which pieces of evidence help you and which can be challenged. Finding pressure points that can force charge withdrawals or favourable negotiations, we will create a DUI defence strategy that will secure our win.
Resolution
With a targeted plan, I apply pressure exactly where the prosecution is vulnerable. In Mississauga courts, strong, focused advocacy often changes the Crown’s position. I make the prosecution realize that proceeding is risky, time-consuming, and potentially unsuccessful. That’s how cases get reduced, withdrawn, or dismissed in court, even when they started out looking hopeless.
The Advantages of Speaking with
Jonathan Lapid DUI Lawyer
Jonathan Lapid - DUI Industry Leader
“When I was growing up, my peers were constantly stressing about what they
wanted to become. They didn’t know whether or not they’d become doctors, flight attendants, or accountants. Frankly, I had no such problem. I knew my destiny since childhood. Law is my calling card. However, to say I knew exactly what I wanted to fight for within the law would be to lie. I didn’t know, but fortunately for me — and for the tremendous number of clients I’ve defended — DUI law stumbled across my path.”
With over 25 years of experience defending people who’ve been charged with a DUI or an impaired driving offense, Jonathan Lapid is an advocate among all lawyers. His track record is one that the majority of Ontario’s lawyers are envious of, and boasts a high-quality tier of clients. Lapid has notably represented:
- Police officers
- Other lawyers
- NHL players
- Doctors
- And even Olympic athletes
He is known for his outstanding ability to use the law to his benefit and fight even the most hopeless cases. Need an outstanding DUI lawyer that puts your needs before his own? Call Jonathan Lapid today.
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First-Time DUI vs. Repeat Offender in Mississauga FAQ
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What is the difference between a first-time DUI and a repeat DUI in Mississauga?
A first-time DUI usually comes with licence suspensions, vehicle impoundment, fines, and other legal consequences, but the penalties are generally less severe than for repeat offences. Second or subsequent offences has harsher consequences, including longer or lifetime licence suspensions, mandatory minimum jail time, and extended ignition interlock requirements. It's harder to defend, but it is possible with help from a professional impaired driving lawyer.
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What are the legal consequences for a first DUI conviction?
A first DUI conviction in Mississauga usually carries a minimum fine of $1,000, plus additional court fees. You’ll face a licence suspension of at least one year and must complete an education or treatment program. You will likely need to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle for at least a year. This criminal record will affect employment, travel, and other aspects of your life long after the sentence is complete. -
Can a repeat DUI lead to losing my licence permanently?
Yes, third or subsequent offences can absolutely result in you losing your licence without an ability to get it back. Repeat offenders are considered higher risk, so the court has more discretion to impose long-term restrictions to protect public safety. -
What are the legal consequences for a repeat DUI charge?
For a second DUI, penalties become more severe. You may face a mandatory minimum jail sentence of 30 days, and your licence suspension is typically extended to three years. Fines may increase, and courts are generally less lenient due to the prior conviction.
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Can a lawyer help reduce charges for a repeat DUI case?
Yes, but you need to make sure to get help from a DUI lawyer specifically, one that has an extensive and proven track record. They will challenge the evidence and check for procedural errors to build a defence or negotiate with the prosecution for a plea bargain.