Have you been served with a 24-Hour Prohibition? Although it may not seem like a big deal to be prohibited from driving for a period of 24 hours, these types of driving prohibitions can nevertheless have significant consequences for British Columbian drivers. If you hold a class 7 “N” licence, a single 24-Hour Prohibition will likely result in a further prohibition of three months or more from the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles. Multiple 24-Hour Prohibitions can lead to lengthy prohibitions for all drivers as well as referrals to the Responsible Driver Program and Ignition Interlock Program. Such outcomes can cost you thousands of dollars, your reputation, and even your employment.
There are two types of 24-Hour Prohibitions in British Columbia: alcohol-related 24-Hour Prohibitions and drug-related 24-Hour Prohibitions.
24-Hour Prohibition for Alcohol
If you have been served with a 24-Hour Prohibition for alcohol, you have seven days to find a lawyer and apply for a review of your prohibition. If you do not act within this short time window, you will lose your right to appeal the prohibition.
24-Hour Prohibition for Drugs
Drivers who receive 24-Hour Prohibitions for drugs do not have the right to apply for an administrative review, but can still choose to fight their 24-Hour Prohibition in the Supreme Court of British Columbia.
Our legal team frequently encounters drivers who have received 24-Hour Prohibitions that were issued on dubious grounds. Many of these drivers, unfortunately, did not know that they had options to fight their prohibitions and ended up facing further prohibitions and financial consequences. If you have received a 24-Hour Prohibition, it is important that you act now because of the very short timelines to appeal.
At ATAC LAW, we care about our clients and fight for their rights. If you have a legal issue related to a 24-Hour Prohibition, let our driving lawyers help you. Call our office for a free initial consultation.
You need a Driving Lawyer who Knows the Law
A skilled driving lawyer with experience in overturning driving prohibitions may be the difference between keeping and losing your job. A driving lawyer who knows the rules is better able to navigate the complex processes involved in overturning a prohibition.
ATAC LAW’s team of experienced driving lawyers know what it takes to make a compelling argument to win a driving prohibition case. When you retain ATAC LAW, you will receive high quality service and will have the peace of mind that your driving prohibition case is in good hands. Our driving lawyers are known for developing new and unique arguments to win cases. For instance, ATAC LAW Founding Partner Dan Griffith recently proved that the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles violated the constitutionally protected principle of the presumption of innocence and won his case for his client.
If you have a driving prohibition case, call or email us today to schedule your initial consultation.
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Client
Class 7 “N” Driver with multiple tickets:
- Fail to Display N sign (3)
- Driving in HOV Lane
- Fail to Produce Driver’s License
- Use Electronic Device While Driving
- Client had been prohibited 3 times before
Challenge
The Superintendent wanted to impose a 3-month prohibition.
Result
ATAC LAW succeeded in getting the client’s prohibition cancelled in its entirety.
Client
Class 7 “N” Driver with one of the most series offences – driving without consideration. This ticket was issued because the client cut off a police car.
Challenge
The client faced a six (6) month prohibition.
Result
ATAC LAW succeeded in getting the prohibition shortened from six months to two months – a reduction of 66%.
Client
Class 5 Driver with multiple serious tickets:
- Drive Without Consideration
- Speeding
- Use Electronic Device While Driving
Challenge
The client was facing a two (2) month prohibition.
Result
ATAC LAW succeeded in getting the client’s prohibition cancelled in its entirety.
Client
Class 7 “N” Driver with multiple tickets:
- Fail to Display N sign (3)
- Driving in HOV Lane
- Fail to Produce Driver’s License
- Use Electronic Device While Driving
- Client had been prohibited 3 times before
Challenge
The Superintendent wanted to impose a 3-month prohibition.
Result
ATAC LAW succeeded in getting the client’s prohibition cancelled in its entirety.
Client
Class 7 “N” Driver with one of the most series offences – driving without consideration. This ticket was issued because the client cut off a police car.
Challenge
The client faced a six (6) month prohibition.
Result
ATAC LAW succeeded in getting the prohibition shortened from six months to two months – a reduction of 66%.
Client
Class 5 Driver with multiple serious tickets:
- Drive Without Consideration
- Speeding
- Use Electronic Device While Driving
Challenge
The client was facing a two (2) month prohibition.
Result
ATAC LAW succeeded in getting the client’s prohibition cancelled in its entirety.
