Here are the costs related to impaired driving.
Subject to change. Other fees and costs may apply in addition to those listed below, such as court fees, a contribution to the crime victims compensation program (IVAC), etc.
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Minimum fine (Criminal Code) |
$1,000.00 |
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Program to assess and reduce the risk of impaired driving - Summary assessment |
$300.00 (+ taxes) |
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Program to assess and reduce the risk of impaired driving - Comprehensive assessment (if the summary assessment is unfavourable) |
$710.00 (+ taxes) |
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Alcofrein program (if the summary assessment is favourable) |
$150.00 |
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Alcohol ignition interlock device - Installation fees |
$50.00 (+ taxes) |
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Alcohol ignition interlock device - Monthly rental fees |
$61.00 (+ taxes) |
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Alcohol ignition interlock device - Removal of the device and closure of the file |
$50.00 (+ taxes) |
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Costs to obtain a new licence (depending on whether it is a 1st, 2nd or 3rd offence or more within 10 years) |
$300.00 to $400.00 |
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Fine for driving during a penalty period imposed under the Highway Safety Code |
$1,500.00 to $3,000.00, in addition to the cost of a 30-day or 90-day (depending on the situation) seizure and impoundment of the vehicle |
Total cost of a first offence: A minimum of $1,750.00, in addition to the following numerous inconveniences and variable expenses:
Québec area: 418-643-7620
Montréal area: 514-873-7620
Elsewhere: 1-800-361-7620
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Aimée Dornéval
Call Centre Agent
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Benoît Tessier
Carrier Enforcement Officer (facility audits)
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Marie-Pier Jalbert
Accident Victim Counsellor
