Appeals are complex applications to a Judge in a higher court challenging the conviction of an offence. Appeals are usually for more serious offences and must be submitted within 30 days of the conviction date.
Serious traffic tickets that are issued under Part 3 of the Provincial Offences Act, such as No Insurance, Driving with a Suspended License, Stunt Driving etc. cannot be reopened if the trial date was missed but must be appealed.
In order to appeal a decision made on serious offence, or any offence, the following criteria must be met.
1. The fine was paid in full, or the defendant enters into a recognizance
2. The defendant is still within the 30 day time period from the date of conviction
3. The appeal is submitted at the corresponding court location
If you have been convicted of a traffic ticket and the conviction needs to be appealed, call our office and let us help you navigate through the complexities of the justice system