(HURON COUNTY, ON) – Drivers take notice, the fines and penalties for endangering pedestrians on roadways throughout Ontario have increased as of September 1, 2018. This includes higher fines and more demerit points for drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians at crossovers, school crossings and crosswalks with a school guard present.
Failing to yield at pedestrian crosswalks, school crossings and crossovers will result in a fine of up to $1,000 and four demerit points upon conviction.
Running a red light – Fine up to $1,000 and three demerit points.
Failure to stop for a school bus – Fine up to $2,000 for a first offence, six demerit points and possible jail time for up to six months.
Careless Driving – Fine up to $2,000, six demerit points, possible jail time of six months and a driver’s licence suspension of up to two years.
We all have loved ones using the roadway