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Ontario Red Light Ticket FAQ | ParaCan Legal Services

Answers to common Ontario red-light-ticket questions, including officer-issued tickets, camera notices and next steps.

Questions drivers ask

Is an automated red-light-camera ticket the same as an officer-issued ticket?

No. The documents and consequences can differ. Read the notice you received before assuming which rules apply.

Do points apply the moment I receive a red-light ticket?

No. Ontario demerit points are recorded after conviction for an applicable offence, not merely because a ticket was issued.

What should I keep?

Keep the original ticket or notice, any photographs and a written record of details you recall. Do not alter the documents.

What should I do next?

Follow the response instructions and deadline on the document, then get the specific allegation reviewed before deciding how to respond.

General information only, not legal advice. The facts of each matter can change the available options.

Official Ontario source: Official MTO Driver Handbook.

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