Failing to stop for the police while driving is taken very seriously by the Regina Police. To help you defend against this accusation, you need the help of a criminal defence lawyer. We have years of experience defending clients against this charge and can help you build a solid defence against these allegations.
Failing to stop for police is a serious criminal offence in Canada. It can be accompanied by other criminal driving charges, such as impaired driving or dangerous driving. Failing to stop by police is treated as a hybrid offence in Canada. This means that the Crown can choose to prosecute you summarily or by way of indictment. This decision will depend on the facts of your case, and your punishment will vary based on how the Crown chooses to proceed. You could face up to 10 years in prison.
If you have been charged with failing to stop for the police while driving, the team at Andrews LLP can help. We understand that people make mistakes and will work hard to provide you with a strong defence against these charges. Our goal is to minimize the consequences of this charge so that you can move forward without being weighed down by the stress of facing criminal charges. Contact us today.