Failing to Remain at the Scene
The highest demerit-point HTA offence — 7 points, up to $2,000, and possible licence suspension.
The Basics
What is failing to remain at the scene?
Section 200 of the HTA requires every driver involved in a collision to stop, provide their information, and offer assistance if needed — regardless of who was at fault or how minor the damage. Where the collision involves injury, this can escalate to a Criminal Code charge requiring a criminal lawyer rather than a paralegal.
Consequences
What you're facing
- 17 demerit points — the highest of any provincial HTA offence
- 2Fines of $400 to $2,000
- 3Possible licence suspension of up to 2 years
- 4Possible jail term of up to 6 months
- 5Insurance premiums can double on conviction
Our Approach
How we can help
We review whether you genuinely knew or ought to have known a collision occurred, whether information was in fact exchanged, and whether the matter is properly a provincial charge rather than a criminal one before advising on strategy.
- We appear in court for you
- Full disclosure review
- Prosecutor negotiations
- Flat-fee, no surprises
Common questions
Failing to Remain at the Scene FAQs
Straight answers about traffic tickets, court process, and how we work.
Got a ticket? Don't just pay it.
Paying results in a permanent record, demerit points, and insurance rate hikes. Speak to us first — the consultation is 100% free and there's no obligation.