Levels of Traffic Flashcards
What are the three types of laws?
The federal law
Provincial law
Municipal law
What is the federal law?
Part of the criminal code of Canada and applies to everyone in the country
When can one be charged with the federal law?
If you’ve been drinking and driving
Using drugs
how long does federal law violation stay on your record?
10 years
What are provincial laws?
laws that regulate drivers license movement
When can one be charged by the provincial laws?
Speeding
Gaining demerit points punishable under provincial law
What are municipal laws?
Laws for a specific city
Government has power to enact specific laws by there municipalities
When can one be charged with municipal law?
Parking violation
Speed limits
Prohibited turns
Can municipal laws affect insurance?
Yes but not in all situation