Costs related to a first offence for driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs
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.
| Minimum fine (Criminal Code) | $1,000.00 |
| Program to assess and reduce the risk of impaired driving – Summary assessment | 300,00 $ (+ taxes) |
| Program to assess and reduce the risk of impaired driving – Comprehensive assessment (if the summary assessment is unfavourable) | $710.00 (+ taxes) |
| Alcofrein program (if the summary assessment is favourable) | $150.00 |
| Alcohol ignition interlock device – Installation fees | $160.00 (+ taxes) |
| Alcohol ignition interlock device – Monthly rental fees | $100.00 (+ taxes) |
| Alcohol ignition interlock device – Removal of the device and closure of the file | $50.00 (+ taxes) |
| 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 |
| 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:
- Criminal record
- Lawyer fees
- Increased personal automobile insurance premiums