City police Staff Sergeant Rick Dubeau often receives complaints on driving behaviors such as speeding.
“With the warmer weather finally arriving, motorists should expect increases in both foot traffic and cyclists in our residential and park areas. This includes an added increase in the movements of our youth people,” says Dubeau.
Deputy Chief Scott Tod adds, “We remind our motoring public as they drive in our community that young people are out and about and enthusiastic this time of year and this might cause them to be less safety oriented.”
Speeding Fines:
- 0 to 15 km/hr. over = 0 points – the fine is $2.50 per km over limit
- 16 to 29 km/hr. over = 3 points - the fine is $3.75 per km over limit
- 30 to 49 km/hr. over = 4 points - the fine is $6.00 per km over limit
- 50+ km/hr. over = 6 points / 30 day license suspension and a court assessed fine.
Drivers who are caught talking on their phones, texting, dialing or emailing using a hand-held device, such as a cell phone and other entertainment devices will be fined up to $1,000 with a three-day licence suspension and three demerit points.
