In Ontario, novice drivers will get an immediate license suspension and a fine if they’ve had anything to drink at all.
For fully licensed drivers, a blood alcohol level (BAC) from 0.05-0.08 will result in an immediate roadside suspension. If you’re caught again, you may receive a longer licence suspension, hefty fines and possible jail time.
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FIRST TIME OFFENCE: Three-day licence suspension, $150 administrative monetary penalty
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SECOND TIME OFFENCE (WITHIN 5 YEARS): Seven-day licence suspension, mandatory alcohol education program, $150 administrative monetary penalty
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THIRD TIME OFFENCE (WITHIN 5 YEARS): 30-day licence suspension, mandatory alcohol treatment program, six-month ignition interlock licence condition, $150 administrative monetary penalty
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SUBSEQUENT INFRACTIONS (WITHIN 5 YEARS): 30-day licence suspension, mandatory alcohol treatment program, six-month ignition interlock licence condition, mandatory medical evaluation, $150 administrative monetary penalty
For more information on legal consequences, the alcohol treatment program and ignition interlock system, visit the Ministry of Transportation’s website at www.mto.gov.on.ca.