Quebec Traffic Ticket Articles

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What to do after getting a speeding ticket in Quebec?

A step-by-step overview of the options available to you, from paying the fine to contesting it, and how to protect your driving record.

Did you get a ticket while driving in Quebec?

If you are an Ontario driver, they may not stay there. Due to a reciprocal agreement between Ontario and Quebec, your conviction in Quebec may follow you home, which will affect your driving record in Ontario, your demerit points, and your insurance rates.

Understanding Demerit Points: What They Mean for Your License

Learn how Quebec's point system works, when suspensions apply, and how legal representation can help reduce your total.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about contesting your ticket? You’re not alone. Here are answers to the most common questions we receive.

1. How long do I have to contest a ticket?

You have 30 days from the date of issue to contest your ticket in Quebec. It’s best to act quickly so our lawyers can review your file and prepare the strongest possible defense.

2. Do I have to go to court myself?

In most cases, no. We will represent you in court.

3. Can I really save my points?

Many times, yes. Each case is unique, but we specialize in reducing or eliminating demerit points.

4. How much does it cost?

We offer a free initial consultation to review your ticket. If you choose to move forward, our fees are transparent and fixed, with no surprises.

5. What types of tickets do you handle?

We handle all types of driving violations, including speeding, red light, cell phone, impaired driving, suspended license, and more — for both private and commercial drivers.

6. What happens after I submit my ticket?

Once you submit your ticket, Me Lespérance Hudon will personally review it. He will then contact you to answer your questions and propose a clear, tailored action plan based on your situation.

7. Will fighting my ticket really make a difference?

Absolutely. Contesting can help you avoid points, lower fines, and prevent insurance increases. In many cases, in the long terms, clients save much more than the cost of legal representation.

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In briefClear, verified guides on traffic tickets in Quebec: demerit points, deadlines, defence strategies and the impact on your licence and insurance.

Guides & resources

Demerit Points in Quebec

Scale by offence and licence revocation thresholds.

30-Day Deadline

The time you have to plead not guilty.

Pleading Not Guilty

How to file your plea and prepare for the hearing.

Major Speeding

Thresholds, immediate suspension and vehicle seizure.

Photo Radar

A fine without demerit points: how it works.

SAAQ Licence Suspension

Causes of suspension, durations and recourse.

Impaired Driving

Immediate suspension, criminal penalties and licence.

Ontario Drivers

A Quebec ticket and the Quebec-Ontario reciprocity.

Cost of a Lawyer

What the cost of contesting depends on.

Our Firm

Me Julien Lespérance Hudon and our approach.

Information verified Juin 2026. Sources: SAAQ, LégisQuébec (Highway Safety Code). For information only — no guarantee of outcome. SAAQ — demerit points Highway Safety Code

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