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If you are a driver in Ontario, then you may be familiar with the consequences of a driving under the influence (DUI) suspension. In this article, we will outline what is an ADLS suspension, and how it can affect you.

What is an ADLS suspension in Ontario?

If you are pulled over in Ontario and have an ADLS suspension, your license may be suspended. ADLS stands for Automatic Driver Licensing Suspension. This is a regulation that is put in place by the Ministry of Transportation in order to reduce traffic violations. 

A driver with an ADLS suspension will have their license automatically suspended for a period of six months if they are caught driving without a license, or without a valid license if they have one. 

The suspension will also apply if the driver is caught driving with a suspended license or if the driver has had their license canceled or suspended before.

What are the consequences of having an ADLS suspension in Ontario?

If you have an ADLS suspension, it means that you have been banned from driving in Ontario. An ADLS suspension can last anywhere from 6 to 12 months, and during this time you are not allowed to drive any type of vehicle.

If you are caught driving while your ADLS suspension is still in effect, you could be charged with Driving While Disqualified (DWD) and fined up to $5,000. In addition, your driver's license could be suspended for up to six months.

If you have an ADLS suspension and you are also participating in a driver rehabilitation program, your suspension will be shortened by a proportionate amount. For example, if you are completing a 9-month driver rehabilitation program, your ADLS suspension will be reduced by 3 months.

If you have an ADLS suspension and you are receiving social assistance, the duration of your ADLS suspension will be doubled.

How do I get my ADLS suspension removed from my record in Ontario?

If you have an ADLS suspension on your record in Ontario, you may be wondering how to get it removed. There are a few steps that you can take to try and have the suspension removed from your record. Depending on the specific situation, some of these steps may be more effective than others.

The first step is to contact the driving school that suspended you for the ADLS. You may be able to negotiate a settlement with them or try and have the suspension lifted through the appeals process. 

If negotiations fail, you can try to have the suspension overturned through the court system. The court system may be more willing to overturn a suspension if it is found that there was not adequate cause for it being placed on your record in the first place.

Does an ADLS suspension affect car insurance rates?

An ADLS suspension is a criminal charge that can lead to a driver's license being suspended in Ontario. The driving prohibition may last anywhere from 90 days to one year and will depend on the severity of the offense.

While an ADLS suspension will undoubtedly affect a driver's car insurance rates, the extent of that impact is largely dependent on a few factors. For instance, how many traffic violations were committed, whether any prior suspensions are present and whether any other charges are pending at the time of the suspension.

If you're wondering how your car insurance rates will be affected by an ADLS suspension, it's best to speak with your insurance provider directly. However, in general, rates will likely be higher for drivers with more driving violations on their record.

Generally, car insurance rates don't change because of an ADLS suspension. It can't because you haven't been found guilty of anything and it's just an administrative suspension. 

But if you are found guilty, the conviction will affect your insurance rates, as will the suspension that comes after.

Can you be denied car insurance with an ADLS suspension?

If you have an ADLS suspension, it can affect your car insurance. An ADLS suspension is a criminal record that may result in a driving ban. If this happens, your car insurance may be canceled or you may not be able to get insurance at all. 

It's important to check with your high risk insurance Ontario company to see if an ADLS suspension will affect your policy.

In Ontario, having an ADLS suspension is not a reason for a car insurance company to turn you down. But if you try to get a new policy while your license is suspended, they won't give you insurance. You won't be able to get a new policy until your license is back.

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