In Canada, even if your blood alcohol level is below the legal limit, you can still be charged with DUI if your ability to drive is impaired by alcohol or drugs.
Having a thorough understanding of the laws and penalties related to DUI, we are dedicated to achieving the best outcome for your case. We focus on minimizing the consequences of your charge which may include fines, jail time, suspension of your driver’s license, higher insurance rates, and difficulties in finding employment or housing.
If you or a loved one is facing DUI charges, please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. We are here to assist you every step of the way.
Find answers to some of the most common questions our clients ask about our services and the legal process.
As of July 2025 the federal limit is 0 point 05 BAC or 50 mg per 100 mL of blood.
Expect an approximately one-thousand-dollar fine, a 90 day licence suspension vehicle seizure and one year ignition interlock.
Refusal triggers the same 90 day suspension plus a separate Criminal Code charge.
It remains on the Alberta abstract for ten years and on the criminal record until a suspension is granted.
Most Canadians can still enter but multiple or aggravated DUIs may require a US entry waiver.
