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Restricted driver’s license

Our package includes all the necessary services to obtain a restricted driver's license for work purposes following the accumulation of demerit points. This option is available to you if this is your first sanction in the past two years and if your driver's license is not suspended for any other reason.

All our services are personalized and provided by lawyers specializing in road safety law, with extensive experience. Unlike other firms, we offer you a meeting as soon as your file is open, ensuring a complete and rigorous handling of your case.

We work exclusively on a flat-fee basis, guaranteeing total transparency regarding the costs associated with your file. The fee is determined based on the complexity of your case and the services required.

To obtain an accurate estimate of the costs related to your situation, we invite you to contact us

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Obtaining a Restricted Permit: Conditions and Procedure

When can you obtain a restricted permit?

You may be eligible for a restricted driver's license if you have accumulated enough demerit points to result in a license suspension, provided that this is your first sanction in the past two years.

How to obtain a restricted permit?

The procedure for obtaining a restricted permit involves several steps, which we take care of for you:

  • Eligibility Analysis

    Our specialized lawyers will first verify your eligibility for a restricted permit by analyzing your driving record and examining the circumstances of the suspension.

  • Request Preparation

    If you are eligible, we prepare a formal request to the court to seek authorization for obtaining a restricted permit.

  • Request Filing and File Opening

    We file the request with the competent court and proceed with the official opening of your judicial file.

  • Hearing Date Setting

    A hearing date will be set by the court to consider your request. We take care of coordinating this step and informing you of the deadlines.

  • Hearing Preparation

    We prepare your testimony and the necessary evidence to support your request before the court.

  • Court Representation

    On the day of the hearing, our lawyers will represent you before the judge, presenting arguments in favor of granting a restricted permit.

  • Obtaining the Restricted Permit

    If the court approves the request, a restricted permit will be granted to you, allowing you to drive within the limits imposed by the judge, usually for professional needs.

By following this procedure, we ensure that you have the best chances to continue driving for professional purposes while complying with the legal conditions. Our personalized approach and expertise in road safety law are your best assets for obtaining this type of permit.

Advantages of the Restricted Permit

The restricted permit offers several benefits for professionals whose activities depend on driving. By obtaining a restricted permit, you can:

  • Maintain your job

    A restricted permit allows you to continue driving for your professional needs, thus avoiding job loss due to the inability to travel.

  • Minimize income interruptions

    By maintaining the ability to work, you avoid income interruptions, which is particularly crucial if your job requires frequent travel.

  • Preserve your professional reputation

    A restricted permit shows your employer and colleagues that you are taking steps to address the situation, helping to maintain your reputation in your field.

  • Reduce stress and anxiety related to the suspension

    Knowing that you can continue working despite a partial suspension of your license can significantly reduce the stress and anxiety associated with this situation.

  • Accelerate the return to normalcy

    A restricted permit helps you maintain a sense of normalcy in your daily and professional life, facilitating a return to full driving privileges once the suspension period is over.

These benefits make the restricted permit an essential solution for anyone who relies on driving for their professional activities, allowing them to limit the negative impacts of a license suspension while complying with legal requirements.

Flat-Fee Pricing for the Following Services

  • Preparation of the request
  • Filing the request and opening the judicial file
  • Setting the hearing date
  • Preparing your testimony and the hearing
  • Lawyer travel expenses
  • Representation at the hearing, with no additional fees
Documents Required When Opening the File

A copy of your driver's license

The suspension letter

Your driving record

For any further court representation, we will establish a flat fee that includes all the necessary services to finalize the analysis of your file and ensure your defense. By working exclusively on a flat-fee basis, we ensure that there are no surprises regarding the costs associated with processing your file.
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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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