Commercial Tickets

Speeding in a commercial vehicle is taken seriously due to the increased risk to public safety, the size and weight of these vehicles, and the potential for greater harm in collisions.

If a vehicle is operated with a minor defect that’s not reported, or with a minor defect that becomes more serious, the driver can be charged and the offence will impact the operator’s CVOR.

Driving a commercial vehicle with a major defect is a serious offence that puts road safety at risk and can have severe consequences for both the driver and the operator.

Operating a commercial vehicle without the proper licence can lead to major fines, impoundment, CVOR penalties, and serious consequences for both the driver and the operator.

A vehicle is considered unsafe if it is in a mechanical or structural condition that poses a danger to the driver, passengers, or the public. This includes missing, defective, or faulty components essential to safe operation.

It is illegal in Ontario to drive a commercial vehicle that’s equipped with a speed warning device (a radar detector or jammer), even if the device is not in use.

CMV drivers are required to perform a daily inspection and complete a written Daily Inspection Report before operating their vehicle. The inspection must follow a set format and the report must be completed even if no defects are found.

A vehicle is considered overweight if it exceeds any of its permitted weight thresholds, based on its permit, configuration, or route. Penalties can escalate sharply with the degree of the weight violation.

Distracted driving charges apply whether you're moving or stopped at a red light or in traffic. Ontario has some of the strictest distracted driving laws in Canada.