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Quebec Transport Commission

Representation at the Quebec Transport Commission

We understand the crucial importance of maintaining your right to drive and keeping your transport operations compliant whether for personal or professional reasons. With over 20 years of experience, Me Gagnon offers specialized representation services before the Quebec Transport Commission (CTQ), defending your interests with rigor and competence.

Why Choose Me Gagnon for your representation at the CTQ?

In-depth legal expertise

With extensive experience in transportation law cases, Me Gagnon is well versed in the nuances of applicable laws and regulations, providing you with an effective and personalized defense.

Personalized approach

Every case is unique. Me Gagnon is committed to understanding your specific needs and developing a tailored legal strategy to maximize your chances of success before the CTQ.

Network of transportation experts

In addition to his legal expertise, Me Gagnon benefits from a strong network of transport experts, including technical specialists, road safety consultants, and driving license management experts. This network allows for a comprehensive and well-supported defense, strengthening your case before the CTQ.

Proven results

Over the years, Me Gagnon has successfully represented numerous clients before the Commission, achieving favorable results even in the most complex cases.

Our services cover the two sections of the Quebec Transport Commission

Heavy vehicle operators and owners

  • Representation during public hearings for behavior verification, particularly in cases of deterioration of the file under the Policy on the Evaluation of Heavy Vehicle Owners and Operators (PEVL)
  • Representation during hearings for companies facing conditions or revocation of authorization related to serious offenses, fatal accidents, or other events leading to the summons of your file to the CTQ.
  • Interventions with authorities such as Contrôle routier Québec and the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec, in the event of road or company inspections, or for managing the PEVL file.

Heavy vehicle drivers

  • Representation during public hearings for behavior verification, particularly in cases of deterioration of the driver's record.
  • Representation during hearings for professional drivers facing conditions or license revocation related to serious offenses, fatal accidents, or other critical events.
  • Defense of drivers' rights following inspections or criminal and penal charges.

Regular pleadings and interventions before the CTQ

We regularly plead before the Quebec Transport Commission (CTQ) during public hearings for behavior verification of individuals registered in the Register of Heavy Vehicle Owners and Operators (NIR), resulting from the deterioration of the file under the Policy of the Evaluation of Heavy Vehicle Owners and Operators (PEVL). This includes cases related to critical events such as a fatal accident, reaching thresholds, or failing a company inspection.

Intervention with authorities

These pleadings lead us to intervene with authorities responsible for the enforcement of laws and regulations, such as Contrôle routier Québec, during road or company inspections, and the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec, for the management and protection of the PEVL file.

Services offered at the Quebec Transport Commission

  • Representation during hearings

    Defense during suspension or revocation hearings of your transport authorization for operators, owners, and drivers of heavy vehicles.

  • Decision contests

    Assistance in contesting unfavorable CTQ decisions for both drivers and operators and owners.

  • Negotiations

    Negotiation with the CTQ for the maintenance or reinstatement of your driving or transport license.

  • Legal advice

    Consultation and advice to understand your rights and options before appearing before the CTQ.

  • Continuous support

    Personalized follow-up throughout the process to ensure effective and transparent management of your file.

Advantages of representation by a lawyer

Hiring a lawyer to represent you before the Quebec Transport Commission offers several key advantages

  • Understanding of complex procedures

    CTQ hearings involve complex legal procedures. An experienced lawyer can navigate this framework effectively, ensuring that all necessary steps are followed correctly.

  • Defense of your rights

    A lawyer ensures that your rights are protected throughout the process, providing you with a vigorous defense against accusations or unfavorable decisions.

  • Development of an effective strategy

    Thanks to their expertise, a lawyer can develop a defense strategy tailored to your particular situation, maximizing your chances of success.

  • Stress and time management

    Letting a lawyer handle the legal aspects of your case allows you to focus on other important aspects of your life or business, reducing your stress and saving your time.

  • Optimized results

    With a lawyer by your side, you increase your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome, whether it's preserving your driving license or defending your transport business.

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Our Recent Successes

Over the years, Me Gagnon and his team have achieved remarkable results in defending against drunk driving charges. Here are some examples of our recent successes:

Assault and Acquittal

In an assault case, Me Gagnon and his team established an alibi defence by interviewing witnesses and gathering video footage and text messages. This work allowed them to reconstruct the events and demonstrate, through independent evidence, that the client could not have been at the scene at the time of the alleged incident. In light of this evidence, the Crown consented to the client's acquittal, allowing him to avoid a criminal conviction.

Impaired Driving and Withdrawal of Charges

In an impaired driving case, Me Gagnon reviewed the police intervention and demonstrated that his client's right to counsel had been violated. Following the client's arrest at a roadside checkpoint, the police did not prioritize transporting him to the station, delaying the exercise of his right to consult a lawyer. The defence's arguments led to the withdrawal of the charges because of this violation of his constitutional rights. As a result, the client avoided a criminal conviction in this case.

Theft and Diversion

Following two theft charges, Me Gagnon and his team directed their client to therapeutic resources suited to his circumstances. Beyond the legal defence, this support contributed to a remarkable turnaround in the client's life. The defence documented the steps the client had taken and presented his progress to the Crown. In light of these results, the Crown agreed to have the case handled through a diversion program, favouring an approach focused on rehabilitation.

Robbery and Alternative Measures

In a robbery case, Me Gagnon and his team demonstrated that post-traumatic stress disorder related to the client's past experiences had affected his behaviour during the incident. By highlighting these factors, the defence helped the Crown better understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and the client's personal situation. These efforts led to the charge being reduced from robbery to theft and the case being handled through the alternative measures program, an outcome suited to the client's circumstances.

Sexual Assault and Acquittal

In a sexual assault case, the investigative efforts of Me Gagnon and his team led to the identification and location of a key defence witness. The witness's testimony demonstrated that the events described could not have occurred in the alleged circumstances. Presented at trial, this evidence provided concrete support for the client's defence. The client was acquitted, avoiding a criminal conviction.

Domestic Harassment and Acquittal Without Trial

In a domestic harassment case, Me Gagnon and his team reviewed emails and text messages and interviewed witnesses to the incident. This work allowed them to present evidence favourable to the defence to the Crown and secure a resolution without trial. The Crown agreed to a peace bond and requested the client's acquittal, allowing him to avoid a criminal conviction.

Care or Control of a Vehicle and Acquittal

In a case involving the care or control of a vehicle while impaired, the client had fallen asleep in his vehicle while waiting for a taxi on a particularly cold winter evening during the holiday season. Me Gagnon demonstrated that the circumstances presented no realistic risk of the vehicle being set in motion. The client was acquitted, avoiding both a criminal conviction and the driving prohibition that would have followed.

Repeated Speeding Violations and Closure of the CTQ Case

In a case referred to the Commission des transports du Québec (CTQ) because of repeated speeding violations, Me Gagnon and his team helped their client implement concrete corrective measures. A driver monitoring system, coupled with a disciplinary policy, was introduced, and the heavy vehicle fleet was reduced. These steps addressed the concerns raised and led to the case being closed without intervention by the Commission, allowing the client to continue operating.

Dismissal of Charges Due to Procedural Error

Through a meticulous analysis of the case, we demonstrated that our client's constitutional rights were violated during the police intervention, leading to the dismissal of the charges.

Complete Acquittal

In a complex case, our team proved that the equipment used to measure blood alcohol levels was possibly defective, resulting in our client's total acquittal.

Sentence Reduction

In several cases, we have succeeded in obtaining significant sentence reductions by demonstrating errors in breathalyzer tests or presenting convincing mitigating circumstances.
    These successes reflect our commitment to vigorously defending our clients' rights and exploring all possible avenues to achieve the best outcome.

    Advantages of Working with Us

    The benefits of doing business with us

    • Meeting with your lawyer from day one
    • Advantageous flat rate
    • Extensive network of technical experts
    • 24 hr emergency line

    Advantages of entrusting us with your case

    • Avoid the loss of your driver's license
    • Avoid demerit points
    • Avoid a conviction
    • Avoid a criminal record

    Flat rate

    • No surprises
    • Advantageous and competitive rates
    • Based on the mandate
    • Possible payment Agreement

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    Your cases will be handled directly by Me Gagnon and Me Parent, ensuring personalized attention without intermediaries. Administrative follow-up is managed by our assistant, Mrs. Chantal Lefebvre.

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