Farid Zamani
Lawyer Founder
Zamani Law: Top Criminal Defence Lawyers in Toronto Zamani Law is a respected Toronto-based criminal defence law firm dedicated to protecting the rights and freedoms of individuals facing criminal charges across Ontario. Led by experienced criminal defence lawyer Farid Zamani, the firm is...
121 Richmond St W #1100, Toronto, ON M5H 2K1
Assault |Criminal |Domestic Violence |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Robbery |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |more ...
Brett Gladstone
Criminal Lawyer Winnipeg
Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Brett Gladstone Criminal Law Corporation specializes in criminal law and serves clients across Canada. Whether you are dealing with charges related to drugs, trafficking, sexual assault, assault, theft, DUI or impaired driving, domestic violence, fraud, or any other...
444 St Mary Ave #1060, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3T7
Criminal |DUI DWI lawyer |
Steven D. Norton
Lawyer Founder
Steve has always had an interest in defending those in their time of need. As a Criminal Defense and Litigation Lawyer, he takes great pride in passionately advocating for his clients and embraces a hard-won fight. Steve possesses a strong work ethic and knows from experience that hard work wins...
130 Spadina Avenue Suite 606 Toronto, ON M5V 2L4
Assault |Criminal |Domestic Violence |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Robbery |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |Traffic Offense |
Kevin Fournier
Lawyer Founder
Kevin Fournier has practiced exclusively in criminal law (adult and youth) as well as penal law since the beginning of his career. After completing college training in legal techniques, Mr. Fournier continued his university studies in law, aspiring to become a lawyer. He then chose to complete...
Le Saint-Laurent Building, 250 Grande-Allée West, Suite 801, Quebec QC G1R 2H4
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |
Marie-Josée Jobidon
Avocate
We are your ally. We believe in getting the best possible result for you. We will make sure that you are consistently well represented and that the judicial system proves equal to the task. Do not hesitate to contact us. Our lawyers will always take the time to listen to you. Our lawyers...
400 Bd Jean-Lesage Suite 115, Québec, QC G1K 8W1
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |
Stephane Cohen
avocat criminel | criminal defense attorney
Maître Stephane Cohen defends individuals and entities charged with criminal offences before all levels of court in Montreal and around the province of Quebec. At the heart of his practice is an unwavering commitment to provide each client with the attention and service that he or she needs and...
417 Rue Saint-Pierre, Suite 808 Montréal, Québec H2Y 2M4
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Theft Fraud |Traffic Offense |Weapons |White Collar |
Me Adam Ginzburg
Lawyer Founder
Me Ginzburg is the founder of the Ginzburg Legal law group. He handles a wide array of criminal cases, ranging from drug-related offenses, assault charges, cybercrime complex fraud and impaired driving. He regularly proceeds in trials and does not shy away from the rigors of litigation. Over the...
424 Saint-Francois-Xavier, Montreal, Québec, H2Y 2S9
Assault |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Theft Fraud |
Sébastien Jalbert
Lawyer Partner
Born in Quebec City, Me Sébastien Jalbert studied law at Laval University in Quebec City and became a member of the Quebec Bar Association in 2012. He also holds a graduate diploma in business law from Laval University and a certificate in justice from Harvard University. Following his call to...
2238 Bastien Boulevard, Suite 2-16 Quebec City, QC, G2B 1B6
Administrative |Business |Civil Litigation |Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Theft Fraud |Traffic Offense |more ...
Adam James
Lawyer Founder
Adam is the founder and lead attorney at Sanctuary Lawyers. With a background marked by personal challenges and professional triumphs, Adam brings a unique perspective to the practice of law. His expertise in criminal defence and personal injury law is complemented by a deep commitment to...
15213 Yonge St #5, Aurora, ON L4G 1L8
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Theft Fraud |Child Custody |Child Support |Divorce |more ...
Varun Sharma
Barrister & Solicitor
Varun attended the University of New Brunswick, Ludlow Hall, in Eastern Canada where he received his Bachelor of Laws. Prior to law school, he completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Varun was called to the Ontario bar in 2012. Varun attended the...
7 DUKE STREET WEST # 201 Kitchener, ON N2H 6N7
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |Estates and Trusts |Commercial Real Estate |more ...
Deanna Cristovao
Lawyer Founder
Deanna Cristovao is a passionate and dedicated lawyer who believes that everyone charged with a criminal offence deserves a strong advocate and a fair process. No one should be judged based on an unproven criminal allegation. Deanna fights fearlessly to defend her clients and protect their...
9131 Keele Street, Suite A4 Vaughan, ON L4K 0G7
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Robbery |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |Weapons |
Solomon Friedman
Lawyer Partner
Solomon Friedman is a criminal lawyer and partner at Friedman Mansour LLP. He represents clients on criminal, quasi-criminal and regulatory charges. Solomon uses his experience, together with his talent for effective oral and written advocacy, to create persuasive and innovative legal...
251 Laurier Avenue W, Suite #1050 Ottawa, ON K1P 5J6
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Robbery |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |Traffic Offense |Weapons |more ...
Leora Shemesh
Lawyer Founder
Ms. Shemesh’s practice for many years focused on search warrants. Ms. Shemesh has appeared at all levels of Court, and continues to maintain a busy practice focusing on the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and defending her client’s constitutional rights. Ms. Shemesh has been a part of...
155 University Avenue, Suite 1920 Toronto, ON M5H 3B7
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |White Collar |
Daniel Brown
Lawyer Partner
Daniel Brown specializes in defending both individuals and corporations in criminal and regulatory litigation. His extensive experience includes successfully handling criminal and quasi-criminal trials, regulatory and professional discipline hearings, appeals, advisory work, and witness...
400-103 Church St. Toronto, Ontario M5C2G3
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Robbery |Sexual Abuse |Theft Fraud |Traffic Offense |
Patricia Brown
Barrister & Solicitor
Patricia Brown is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan, and the Province of Ontario Canada. She practices in the areas of Criminal Defence; Mental Health; and Immigration Law. She also represents clients before the Ontario Court of Justice; Superior Court of Justice; The Court of...
140 Park St W, Windsor, ON N9A 7A2
Citizenship and Immigration |Assault |Criminal |DUI DWI lawyer |
Steve Dimic
Lawyer Founder
Steve constantly ensures that he has the right level of motivation and embraces the passion towards his work to assist your matters. Steve relies on his hard work ethic, silencing and dominating the naysayers, fighting for the people that believe in him, and unprecedented determination to...
#60, 180 94 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2J 3G8,
Civil Litigation |Class Actions |Corporate and Commercial |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Debt Recovery |Disability Law |more ...
Joel Whysall
Criminal Lawyer
Joel has been practicing criminal defence in Vancouver and throughout British Columbia for over 20 years. Joel has earned the respect of his clients and the courts. He is known as a gutsy and clever lawyer with a record of successes and a willingness to accept difficult cases. Joel is senior...
128 W Pender St #1005, Vancouver, BC V6B 1R8
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |
Richard Allman
Criminal Defence Lawyer
As a criminal lawyer in Brampton and Orangeville, Richard Allman has the advocacy skills to argue your case before a judge. With a thorough understanding of municipal, provincial and federal laws, court procedures, evidentiary laws, and local judges, he will effectively defend your case. The...
32 First Avenue, Second Floor Orangeville, L9W 1H8
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |Traffic Offense |
Carrie Bellan
Trial Lawyer
Carrie Bellan is an experienced trial lawyer who has handled many high-profile cases over the years. She has clients throughout Ontario appearing before the Ontario and Superior Courts of Justice. With a strong sense of social justice, Carrie Bellan is prepared to tackle unfairness, regardless...
162 Broadway – Suite 9, Orangeville, ON L9W 1K3
Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Robbery |Adoption |Child Custody |Child Support |more ...
Rhonda Metelsky
Senior Lawyer
Metelsky Law offers criminal, family, wills, estate administration and corporate legal services focusing on the needs of the client. We pride ourselves on being accessible to our clients and we strive to meet the needs of our clients efficiently and effectively. We set ourselves apart from...
230 Westney Rd S Suite 501, Ajax, ON L1S 7J5
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Robbery |Estates and Trusts |Child Support |Divorce |Family |more ...
Ankush Sondhi
Barrister & Solicitor
Driven by a lifelong passion for aiding those in need, Ankush kickstarted his legal journey and accepted articles with Legal Aid Ontario (2013) and was called to the BAR in Ontario (2014). Ankush has appeared successfully in front of various tribunals and courts including the Landlord and...
15483 Yonge St Suite 9, Aurora, ON L4G 1P3
Civil Litigation |Assault |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Residential Real Estate |
Brian D. Wentzell, B. Comm., MBA, LL.B.
Barrister, Solicitor and Notary Public
Mr. Wentzell was a member of the Canadian Forces in his earlier life and re-joined as a reserve legal officer with the Office of the Judge Advocate General, being commissioned as a lieutenant (Navy) in July, 2007. He is presently responsible for providing legal services to all reserve force...
7 Church Hill, St. John's, NL A1C 3Z7
Civil Litigation |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Estates and Trusts |Divorce |Family |Notary Public |Personal Injury |more ...
Kristy J. Hall
Litigation Lawyer
Kristy practices family and criminal law, and she guides her clients through some of their most challenging and stressful life experiences. When clients are in the midst of transition and uncertainty, Kristy helps them to navigate the complexities of the legal system without judgement. She...
10 Church Street Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 3Z6
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |Divorce |Family |
Mandeep Saggi
Lawyer Founder
Since 2009 Mandeep Saggi has built a reputation as being a criminal defence lawyer in Brampton who vigorously fights for his clients’ rights. Rated in the top 3 for the Three Best Rated Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Brampton. Making daily appearances in the Brampton Courthouse Mandeep will...
2250 Bovaird Dr E Unit 401, Brampton, ON L6R 0W3
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Juvenile |Notary Public |
Kaley Hepburn
Criminal Lawyer
For the last fifteen years, Kaley Hepburn has been advocating for the rights of her clients in courtrooms in Hamilton and throughout the Golden Horseshoe. Previously employed by one of Hamilton’s largest and most respected criminal defense firms, Kaley continues to pursue her passion for...
20 Hughson Street South Suite 614 Hamilton, ON L8N 2A1
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |
John East
B.A. (Hons), M.A., J.D. Lawyer Founder
John East owns and operates East Law, a Criminal Defence Law Practice focused on litigating and defending criminal cases at the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court. He defends charges from murder, drug trafficking, domestic assault, all the way down to drinking and driving. In every...
8 Main St. E., Suite 201 Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1E8
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |
M. Elizabete Costa
Lawyer Founder
Costa Law has a focus on criminal, regulatory, quasi-criminal litigation, and select civil cases. She acts for individual and institutional clients. Elizabete has been involved in her fight against wrongful convictions since 1996. She was involved in the Robert Baltovich case - who is now free,...
300-848 Courtney Street Victoria, BC, V8W 1C4
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |
Julia Hunter
Lawyer Partner
I am a criminal defence lawyer and regional partner at Strategic Criminal Defence Victoria Branch. Strategic Criminal Defence is a full-service criminal defence law office, with central offices across Western Canada and Toronto. I have a rich criminal justice background which includes a number...
848 Courtney St Suite #300, Victoria, BC V8W 1C4
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |
Carmelo Truscello
Lawyer Founder
Carmelo is the founder and co-managing partner of Truscello Nair LLP. He received his LL.B. from the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom and his Master of Laws from Osgoode Hall Law School, Toronto, Ontario. He is a certified member of the Law Society of Ontario. Carmelo has successfully...
216 Chrislea Road, Suite 501 Vaughan, ON L4L 8S5
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Sexual Abuse |Property Litigation |
Legal Solutions Law Firm
Have you been charged with a criminal offence or need help fighting a traffic ticket? Do you require guidance regarding a family legal matter? Turn to Legal Solutions Law Firm and enjoy legal representation. Legal Solutions Law Firm is standing by to serve you. While our head office is located...
10 Milner Business Ct #300, Scarborough, ON M1B 3C6
Civil Litigation |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Traffic Offense |Family |Notary Public |Landlord Tenant |Small Claims |
Jeanne Archibald and Peter Lederman
Barristers & Solicitors
The firm has two partners, Jeanne Archibald and Peter Lederman, who are also the only married couple practising law in Truro. Jeanne is a native of Truro, her ancestors having been one of the original Planter families to settle here in 1760. She was educated at Acadia (B.Sc. 1971) and...
43 Walker St. Truro NS B2N 4A8
Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |General Practice |Property Litigation |
Daniel Bennett, BComm (Hons), J.D.
Barrister and Solicitor
Daniel started Bennett Law in June 2021 and has focused his practice on real estate, wills, estates, corporate law, and personal injury. Hailing from Pasadena, Newfoundland and Labrador, Daniel is an graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School (York University) and completed a Bachelor of Commerce...
95 Bonaventure Ave Suite 502, St. John's, NL A1B 2X5
Civil Litigation |Corporate and Commercial |Criminal |Drug Offences |DUI DWI lawyer |Estates and Trusts |Personal Injury |Residential Real Estate |
In Canada, the legal terminology for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is referred to as impaired driving, as defined in the Criminal Code of Canada. The terms DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) are American terms that do not have legal standing in Canadian law, although they are commonly used in public discourse.
Definition of Impaired Driving
Impaired driving encompasses operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both. The Criminal Code specifies that impairment can be established without needing to prove a specific blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or drug level. The key elements for a charge of impaired driving include:
- The individual operated the vehicle.
- The individual consumed alcohol or drugs.
- The consumption impaired the individual's ability to drive safely.
Blood Alcohol and Drug Concentration Limits
Canada has strict legal limits for blood alcohol and drug concentrations:
- Alcohol: A BAC of 80 mg of alcohol per 100 mL of blood is the legal limit.
- Cannabis (THC)
- Between 2 ng and 5 ng of THC per mL of blood is considered a lesser offence.
- 5 ng or more is a more serious offence.
- Combination of Alcohol and Cannabis: 50 mg of alcohol per 100 mL of blood and 2.5 ng of THC per mL of blood is the threshold for combined impairment.
DUI DWI
A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Lawyer in Canada is a criminal defence lawyer who specializes in representing individuals charged with impaired driving offences under the Criminal Code of Canada. These offences typically involve operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both, or while exceeding the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or blood drug concentration limits.
Common charges DUI lawyers handle include:
- Impaired driving
- Driving over 80 (BAC over 0.08)
- Refusal to provide a breath or blood sample
- Driving under the influence of drugs (DUID)
- Care and control while impaired
Services provided by DUI lawyers in Canada typically include:
- Legal consultation and case assessment
- Court representation at bail hearings, trials, and sentencing
- Review of police procedures (e.g., roadside stop, breathalyzer use, charter rights)
- Negotiation with the Crown for reduced charges or penalties
- License suspension appeals through provincial agencies
- Defence strategy development based on medical, technical, or procedural issues
Impaired driving convictions in Canada can lead to criminal records, driver’s license suspension, fines, jail time, and increased insurance rates, making the expertise of a DUI lawyer essential for protecting a client’s legal rights and future mobility.