Driving Law

This week on Driving Law, Paul Doroshenko is joined by Arkansas DUI lawyer and former police officer John Collins for a discussion about when it makes sense to reject a prosecutor's plea offer and take a case to trial. They also examine how AI is changing legal practice, the growing privacy concerns surrounding Flock licence plate recognition cameras, and what happens when surveillance technology advances faster than the law. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features a learner motorcyclist caught travelling 177 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on BC's Sea to Sky Highway. Check out the Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You merchandise at LawyerToldMe.com and Sit Still Jackson at SitStillJackson.co.

In Episode 460 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss police enforcement against illegal electric dirt bikes, the Tesla driver filmed apparently asleep behind the wheel, and the legal issues surrounding self-driving technology. They also examine the lengthy Sea to Sky Highway closure following a fatal motorcycle crash and whether better plans are needed to deal with stranded motorists. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features a Quebec motorcyclist who attempted a high-speed wheelie on a busy highway. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at LawyerToldMe.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at SitStillJackson.co.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko examine two significant legal developments that could reshape impaired driving law across Canada. They begin with Saskatchewan's proposal to introduce an Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) regime modelled after British Columbia's. The proposed legislation includes immediate licence suspensions, vehicle impoundments, financial penalties, ignition interlock requirements, and escalating consequences for repeat offenders. Kyla and Paul question whether the legislation may go too far by characterizing administrative penalties as "offences," potentially creating constitutional issues under the division of powers between provincial and federal governments. Next, they discuss a new Ontario Court of Appeal decision involving cannabis-impaired driving. The court ruled that statutory presumptions for blood drug concentrations apply even when blood samples are obtained through a search warrant rather than a Criminal Code demand. Kyla and Paul examine the implications of the ruling, including concerns about measurement uncertainty, the erosion of procedural safeguards, and the growing difficulty of challenging impaired driving prosecutions based on blood drug testing. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a pickup truck driver who ignored a road closure, moved the barricades himself, and drove straight into freshly poured concrete, leaving his vehicle firmly stuck and serving as a reminder that road closure signs exist for a reason. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee is joined by Montana criminal defence lawyer Matt Dodd for a discussion about cross-examination, trial advocacy, and storytelling in court. Matt discusses his criminal defence and DUI practice in Montana, including his work on serious criminal cases and civil litigation. He and Kyla then explore what makes cross-examination effective, emphasizing the importance of preparation, knowing the goal for each witness, and using cross-examination to tell the client’s story. The conversation also looks at why lawyers do not always need to be aggressive to be effective. Matt explains why he often takes a friendly, conversational approach with police witnesses, and how that can help control the witness, lower defensiveness, and make the information more accessible to a jury. Kyla and Matt also discuss the importance of in-person advocacy, building rapport in courtrooms, and the value of getting real-world practice talking to people. They consider how younger lawyers may face a steeper learning curve with interpersonal courtroom skills after years of remote hearings and online learning. Plus, Matt shares information about Dodd Trial Skills clinics, including upcoming in-person cross-examination training opportunities for lawyers. Check out Dodd Trial Skills Clinics for more information about Matt’s cross-examination training, or contact Acumen Law at VancouverCriminalLaw.com for assistance with driving law and criminal defence matters. More: "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 457 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss the Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision in R. v. Raffia and what it means for impaired driving refusal cases. The pair examine why the Court declined to weigh in on the controversial reasonable excuse issue that has generated significant discussion among impaired driving lawyers across Canada. They also break down the procedural complexities behind the appeal and what the decision leaves unresolved. Kyla and Paul then turn to a new Canadian study examining wrongful convictions and forensic science. The discussion explores how forensic evidence is often overstated in court, why juries and judges may place too much confidence in scientific evidence, and what this means for impaired driving prosecutions that rely heavily on forensic testing. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features a driver who reacted to a distracted driving ticket by throwing his phone out the window in front of the police officer. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 456 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee takes a closer look at road safety in British Columbia and the risks facing different types of road users. Kyla discusses the recent spike in motorcycle fatalities across the province, what the statistics do - and don’t - tell us about road safety, and why fluctuations in collision numbers are often more complicated than they appear. She also examines a North Vancouver incident involving a 12-year-old on an e-scooter, a tragic ATV rollover involving children, and the legal responsibilities that come with operating motorized vehicles. The episode also explores ICBC’s move to online knowledge testing and the elimination of the second road test, raising questions about public safety, driver training, and whether cost savings are being prioritized over proper scrutiny of new drivers. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features an Australian woman allegedly driving at five times the legal alcohol limit while repeatedly crashing into vehicles in a grocery store parking lot. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 455 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss two recent BC court decisions involving obstruction and failing to stop for police. The first case examines whether refusing to identify yourself during a traffic stop can amount to criminal obstruction, and why a self-described “sovereign citizen” ended up with a criminal conviction after refusing to provide his legal name. Kyla and Paul explain the court’s analysis of obstruction, regulatory offences, and the limits of pseudo-legal arguments. They also break down a BC decision involving a driver who stopped for police, then drove away before the traffic stop was complete. The court considers whether there can be a conviction for flight from police when officers choose not to pursue, and whether running a stale red light amounted to dangerous driving. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features a man sitting in the open trunk of an SUV while filming sports cars on an Ontario highway. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 454 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss the Supreme Court of Canada granting leave in Emeruwa, a major impaired driving refusal case dealing with mens rea, reasonable excuse, and what the Crown must prove when someone says they tried their best to provide a breath sample. They also discuss BC’s new commercial vehicle dash cam legislation, including privacy concerns, police access to footage, workplace surveillance, and how future regulations could shape the law. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features an Ontario school bus driver allegedly caught driving 100 km/h in a 50 km/h zone with children on board. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 453 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss a record-setting May long weekend enforcement blitz on the Sea to Sky Highway, where BC Highway Patrol impounded 66 vehicles for excessive speeding. They also break down Vancouver’s new AI-powered parking enforcement system using automated licence plate readers, and what it means for disputes, discretion, and the growing role of automated enforcement in everyday driving law. Plus, the hosts examine an Alberta distracted driving case involving a driver eating from a bowl with a spoon while entering an intersection, and the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features a Tesla Cybertruck driver who attempted to drive into a lake using “wade mode.” Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 452 of Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss a Vancouver driver who allegedly tried to avoid paying for parking by placing an old parking ticket on their windshield — and whether that could amount to fraud or using a forged document. They also break down a troubling Ontario case where a prosecutor was accused of berating a police officer for giving evidence favourable to the defence, leading a judge to stay serious criminal charges as an abuse of process. Kyla and Paul examine why the decision raises larger concerns about police culture, prosecutorial conduct, and public confidence in the justice system. Plus, they discuss the viral Surrey motorcycle crash video, the growing problem of AI-generated evidence online, and the Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving teenagers riding in the back of a rented U-Haul on the May long weekend. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

In Episode 451 of Driving Law, Paul Doroshenko is joined by articling students Alice and Alison for a special in-car episode recorded from a vintage 1971 Chevy pickup truck. The episode explores whether British Columbia should expand photo radar and speed camera enforcement, comparing BC’s current system with stricter approaches used in places like Australia and recent restrictions introduced in Alberta. They also discuss public attitudes toward speed cameras, traffic enforcement, and road safety. The conversation then shifts to life as young lawyers, including articling, courtroom experience, imposter syndrome, legal education, and the future of law in the age of artificial intelligence. Paul, Alice, and Alison discuss how AI is already changing legal practice and why human judgment, advocacy, and courtroom skills still matter. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down what may be one of the most consequential Canadian decisions on drug recognition evaluations. The case examines what happens when police fail to follow the required 12-step DRE process, and why skipping even one step can make the entire investigation unlawful. They discuss how drug recognition evaluations function as warrantless searches, why police must stay within the exact authority granted by the Criminal Code, and how tunnel vision and confirmation bias can affect impaired driving investigations. The decision also raises serious questions about the structure of DRE forms and whether they push officers toward predetermined conclusions. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week involves two teenagers, a riding lawnmower, and a Target store. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss a controversial Ontario Court of Appeal decision upholding Canada’s THC impaired driving laws, despite concerns that they may criminalize individuals who are not actually impaired. They examine the troubling shift in legal reasoning that appears to accept punishing innocent individuals as a necessary trade-off for public safety, and what this means for the future of criminal law and Charter protections. Later in the episode, Kyla is joined by U.S. personal injury lawyer Charles Sanders to compare the Canadian and American systems, including the impact of no-fault insurance, large jury verdicts, and proposed legislation in California that could reshape personal injury law. Plus, a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving a very questionable explanation for driving naked. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Paul Doroshenko is joined by articling student Alice while Kyla Lee is away, tackling several important developments in impaired driving law. They break down a B.C. Supreme Court decision on causation in impaired driving causing bodily harm, where the court confirmed that impairment alone is not enough—there must be a causal connection between the impairment and the accident. They also discuss a Court of Appeal update on Dancho, highlighting the risks of handling traffic matters without legal advice, and explore a growing issue in modern law: whether conversations with AI are protected (spoiler—currently, they are not). Plus, a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving a Tesla autopilot incident at a railway crossing. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss several important impaired driving decisions, including a Quebec case confirming that proof of a qualified technician’s designation and training must be disclosed to the defence—despite recent Supreme Court rulings streamlining evidence. They also examine a key Ontario decision involving language barriers, where the failure to provide an interpreter resulted in a complete exclusion of evidence, and another case reinforcing that the right to counsel must be implemented without delay—even if privacy cannot immediately be guaranteed roadside. Plus, a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving a school bus narrowly avoiding a devastating collision with a train. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in R v Singer, addressing when police can enter private property without a warrant. The Court held that police may enter property for the purpose of communicating with an occupant, but not for gathering evidence—drawing a difficult and highly fact-specific distinction that will shape future impaired driving investigations. The episode also explores a recent case involving a driver attempting to overturn a guilty plea for distracted driving due to misunderstanding demerit points, and what the Court of Appeal had to say about collateral consequences. Plus, a discussion on vehicle safety and whether crash testing has historically failed to account for women, and a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving a Tesla driver allegedly asleep behind the wheel using self-driving mode. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down a major Supreme Court of Canada decision in R v Singer, addressing whether police can enter private property to investigate impaired driving complaints. The Court ruled that police may enter onto private property for the purpose of communicating with an occupant, but not for the purpose of gathering evidence. The decision draws a fine distinction between communication and investigation, leaving significant uncertainty about how the rule will be applied in practice. The episode explores what this means for drivers, how defence lawyers can challenge police conduct going forward, and what steps individuals can take to protect their privacy rights. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features a vehicle modified with full window drapes instead of tint. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee flies solo while Paul recovers from illness and discusses her new British Columbia Impaired Driving Newsletter, which highlights important impaired driving cases and legal developments each week. Kyla breaks down a troubling impaired driving case where police delayed an Approved Screening Device demand to ask incriminating questions and then misled the accused about the availability of her lawyer of choice. The court ultimately excluded the breath samples due to serious Charter violations. She also examines proposed federal legislation that could expand police tracking warrants and lower the legal threshold for obtaining them, raising significant privacy concerns. Finally, Kyla discusses a sentencing appeal involving driving prohibitions and how changes to the Criminal Code mean time spent under bail conditions no longer counts toward a driving prohibition after conviction. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss a major Court of Appeal decision involving ICBC hit-and-run claims and whether victims must investigate crashes themselves in order to obtain compensation. The court ultimately rejected the idea that injured drivers should conduct their own investigations when police efforts have already failed to identify a suspect. They also examine a judicial review involving a roadside breath test refusal and the difficulties drivers face challenging Immediate Roadside Prohibitions. The discussion highlights how credibility assessments and vague roadside statements can be used to uphold driving prohibitions, raising broader concerns about fairness in the system. Plus, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week features an unbelievable police pursuit where a cruiser ends up high-centered on a trailer before another officer attempts a PIT maneuver. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul discuss Vancouver’s decision to create its own in-house police training academy and what that could mean for policing standards and institutional knowledge in B.C. They also break down a traffic court appeal involving a distracted driving ticket and cross-examination fairness, and analyze an Alberta motorcycle case where a rider claimed he couldn’t hear police sirens because he modified his exhaust. With motorcycle season approaching and distracted driving enforcement month underway, this episode covers key legal principles drivers need to know. Plus, several Ridiculous Drivers of the Week — including a train barricade crash and a motorcycle flight gone wrong. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee discusses appearing at the Supreme Court of Canada on behalf of Women in Canadian Criminal Defence (WiCCD) in a case about compelled accident statements and the right to silence. The episode explores how roadside detention laws disproportionately impact women and marginalized people. Kyla and Paul also break down a major B.C. Court of Appeal decision upholding the Privacy Commissioner’s authority to ban Clearview AI’s facial recognition scraping in British Columbia, and discuss privacy breaches connected to the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy. Plus, a Florida Jaguar driver wedges a convertible under a school bus and somehow survives — Ridiculous Driver of the Week. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down a constitutional challenge out of Nunavut arguing that mandatory driving prohibitions amount to cruel and unusual punishment for Inuit hunters. They also analyze a major B.C. impaired driving decision involving multiple Charter breaches and what it means for roadside investigations going forward. Plus, a discussion about proposed changes to allow paralegals to handle serious driving offences — and Florida earns Ridiculous Driver of the Week. Check out the "Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You" T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and "Sit Still Jackson" at sitstilljackson.com. 1a19e590-0c39-11f1-a3e7-b95b31a367d1

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko unpack a major Toronto police corruption scandal involving allegations of organized crime, database abuse, and violent criminal activity. The episode explores why unrestricted access to police databases poses serious risks to privacy, accountability, and the rule of law. They also break down a new BC Court of Appeal decision confirming that simply holding a cellphone while driving counts as “use” under the Motor Vehicle Act, and whether a necessity defence could ever apply in those circumstances. Plus, a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving mechanics racing customers’ cars at extreme speeds on Highway 1. A timely discussion on police powers, civil liberties, and traffic enforcement in Canada. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul dig into a packed week of driving law issues, including growing concerns over dangerously bright LED headlights, a Saskatchewan decision confirming necessity as a defence to a parking ticket, and new survey data on impaired driving enforcement in Canada. They also break down why public perception doesn’t always match legal reality when it comes to IRPs, interlocks, and roadside enforcement. Plus, a local Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving impaired drivers picking up… other impaired drivers. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down a major Supreme Court of Canada hearing that could fundamentally change police powers to conduct random traffic stops. At the centre of the case is Lumumba, a challenge rooted in repeated arbitrary stops and clear evidence of racial profiling. The discussion explores whether individual Charter remedies are enough to address a systemic problem, how subconscious bias plays a role in policing, and whether highway safety can still justify unfettered stop powers decades after they were first approved. The episode also looks at data-driven traffic enforcement, the limits of police discretion, and another classic B.C. overpass strike in Ridiculous Driver of the Week. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

The Supreme Court of Canada has granted leave in a major impaired-driving case that could reshape how “causing death” offences are interpreted. This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down why the case matters, how Parliament rewrote the offence, and why the absence of a causation requirement raises serious fairness concerns. The episode also looks at a Saskatchewan decision on mandatory victim fine surcharges, why courts say they’re constitutional despite harsh outcomes, and a key privacy update after the Information and Privacy Commissioner ordered Richmond to shut down traffic-camera surveillance. The Ridiculous Driver of the Week heads to Georgia, where a suspect thought a golf cart was the perfect getaway vehicle. Listen now on all streaming platforms. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

A major Charter challenge hits a wall as the Supreme Court of Canada declines to hear the case on mandatory roadside breath testing. This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko explain why the decision effectively ends the legal fight over mandatory ASD demands — and what it means for drivers going forward. The discussion also turns to growing concerns around police surveillance, as a Surrey city councillor proposes expanded police access to traffic cameras, raising serious privacy and overreach questions. The episode wraps with a troubling story involving political influence, roadblocks near a golf course, and why transparency still matters in policing decisions. Listen now on all streaming platforms. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

A new year brings new developments in driving law. This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down Saskatchewan police officially implementing mandatory alcohol screening and why British Columbia continues to resist widespread use of the practice. They also discuss a significant Ontario case reinforcing the right to silence, concerns around police questioning after arrest, and what drivers actually need to know about speaking to police. Plus, the first Ridiculous Driver of 2026 — a driver who wasn’t really driving at all — raises serious questions about police response, vehicle technology, and the future of road safety. Listen now on all streaming platforms. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down major developments affecting drivers, including the real-world impact of legislative changes, court decisions shaping delay and disclosure, and what these shifts mean for fairness in the justice system. The conversation covers why procedural shortcuts matter, how traffic and impaired driving cases are being reshaped, and where drivers can get caught in the middle. The episode wraps with a lighthearted reminder to make safe choices during the holidays — Kyla and Paul debut their new Christmas song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You to Drive Me Home,” starting at 28:41. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul unpack Bill C-16, the federal government’s sweeping criminal law overhaul that directly impacts impaired driving cases, court delays, and mandatory minimum sentences. They explain how the bill undermines Jordan delay protections, expands police evidence retention timelines, and excludes impaired driving from a new sentencing “safety valve.” The episode wraps with a Ridiculous Driver of the Week involving yet another vehicle — this time a CVS enforcement officer — crashing into the same B.C. family’s backyard. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul unpack a troubling Ontario ruling that lets police get away with an invalid ASD demand simply because they could have made a different one. They also break down a BC decision on withdrawing a guilty plea, the ongoing conflict between Uber drivers and device-use laws, and Ontario’s wild new proposal forcing impaired drivers to pay child support. Plus, this week’s Ridiculous Driver: the 21-year-old who wrapped his truck in Christmas lights and then doubled the speed limit. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

A new episode of Driving Law is now available to stream! 🚙⚖️ This week on Driving Law, Paul and I dig into a Nanaimo case where an elderly driver earned 215 demerits on a medical assessment but was still allowed to drive during review. We unpack what “procedural fairness” looks like, why doctors are required to report medical concerns, and why the headlines may not match the law. We also break down a B.C. Supreme Court judicial review involving improperly sworn police documents, troubling U.S. surveillance tactics with hidden roadside cameras, and—of course—the Ridiculous Driver of the Week: a dump truck in Richmond pushing a Tesla down Highway 99 in a full-on road rage display. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

The Supreme Court of Canada has spoken — and it’s not the news we hoped for. This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul break down the SCC’s new decisions in Goldson and related cases on the admissibility of breath-test standards, why the “trust us, we’re government” approach undermines fair trials, and what Justice Côté’s dissent could mean for future constitutional challenges. And for the Ridiculous Driver of the Week: a man in Hamilton takes “take the bus” a little too literally — stealing a city bus and driving it safely along its route, picking up passengers along the way. Stream Episode 428 for the full discussion and all the legal fallout. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko unpack a major refusal case out of B.C. that finally tests Saskatchewan’s landmark ruling on intent — does the Crown have to prove a driver meant to fail a breath test? They also dive into a troubling Alberta decision on police eavesdropping in ambulances, what it means for medical privacy, and why passengers might want to tell officers to stay outside. Plus, a Nova Scotia case that narrows mandatory jail rules for impaired causing bodily harm, and the Ridiculous Driver of the Week: a Tesla that plowed through the front of the Richmond IKEA. Listen now for smart legal insight, a few laughs, and an inside look at how driving law keeps evolving in Canada. Check out the “Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You” T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and “Sit Still Jackson” at sitstilljackson.com.

Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko return to unpack the post-strike chaos at RoadSafetyBC. IRP hearings are being rushed, disclosure is delayed, and procedural fairness is on the brink — creating real legal issues for drivers and lawyers alike. They also talk about the ongoing Lapu-Lapu case, trial delays, and this week’s Ridiculous Driver — a woman who crashed an SUV into a hospital waiting room in Cowichan. Stream Episode 426 — “IRP Chaos, Strike Fallout, and the Case That Won’t End.” Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down Canada’s new bail reform legislation and how it quietly changes the Criminal Code to bring back discretionary driving prohibitions in serious offences like criminal negligence and manslaughter. They explain what this means for drivers, defence lawyers, and why the timing of a plea could make a difference. Kyla also addresses controversy around ICBC’s Indigenous driver support hotline — pushing back on racist commentary and reminding listeners that reconciliation and accessibility still matter in the justice system. Finally, the Ridiculous Drivers of the Week include a Lamborghini driver speeding through winter without proper tires, and a Halifax woman who stole a fire truck and somehow didn’t crash it. Listen now for sharp legal analysis, real-world driving law insights, and a little humour along the way. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

Kyla and Paul open with Ontario’s R v. Klemp, where a breath-test certificate of a qualified technician was excluded because it was only shown to the accused, not given as the Criminal Code requires—a reminder that if the Crown wants hearsay shortcuts, it must strictly comply. They kick around the disclosure wrinkle of implied-undertaking “ownership” versus the court’s notion of permanent transfer, and how defence counsel might demand an express waiver. Then they unpack Ottawa’s latest “tough on crime” talk: expanded reverse-onus for bail, rhetoric about consecutive sentences, and curbing conditional sentences—why most of this won’t move the needle, except perhaps encouraging more consecutive terms in serious driving cases, while undermining proven, rehabilitative CSOs. Ridiculous Driver of the Week caps it off with timely spooky season flair: an Ontario learner caught using a model skeleton as the required supervising driver Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

Fresh off a sleepless night thanks to an elderly, opinionated dog, Kyla and Paul dive into a tough week on BC roads and in BC politics. With the public-sector strike still at an impasse, they pivot to a spate of high-profile road-rage cases in North Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Ontario. Kyla explains why we don’t need a new “road-rage law” when the Criminal Code already covers assaults, threats, dangerous driving, and leaving the scene, and offers practical advice: protect your own safety first and keep your cool. They then unpack “Xavier’s Law,” a proposal to yank licences indefinitely after any fatal crash until charges are declined or a trial ends, and lay out the legal problems: undefined timelines, no clear trigger when prosecutors quietly decline charges, constitutional issues akin to Alberta’s struck-down indefinite suspensions, perverse effects on plea discussions, and the fact that BC already has high-risk administrative prohibitions if police believe someone is unsafe. The Ridiculous Driver of the Week crosses the border to Florida, where a habitual violator on a driving prohibition left an idling car by a school and then allegedly punched and bit officers when told to shut it down—an object lesson in how quickly minor misconduct can become major charges. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

Fresh off a court appearance, Kyla and Paul cover BC’s October 1 snow-tire rule and how routine compliance stops can lawfully lead to mandatory breath demands, then dig into the compounding chaos from ongoing job action: IRP hearings cancelled or pushed without consultation, a court petition filed and served, and a tentative hardship path for temporary licences while the case waits on tribunal reasons. They flag new confusion over where to pay tickets after ICBC reportedly stopped accepting payments, the ripple effects of a Canada Post strike on prohibition notices, licence and insurance renewals, and traffic-court scheduling, plus potential knock-on disruptions from sympathy actions like BC Ferries. To close out spooky season, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a real-life “phantom” — the helmeted F1 look-alike finally nabbed in his driveway after years of blasting along Czech highways. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul unpack how BC’s public-sector job action has frozen Immediate Roadside Prohibition hearings and delayed decisions, leaving drivers punished without a path to challenge. They explain why blanket adjournments without dates breach procedural fairness, the legal demands made to the Superintendent and Solicitor General, and a test-case petition filed to push back against government inaction. Finally, the Ridiculous Drivers of the Week are political: BC’s finance minister racks up six thousand dollars in limo charges on a US trip, and Ontario’s premier calls traffic cameras a cash grab after years of backing them. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

Kyla is joined by forensic consultant (and former Saskatoon police officer/paramedic) Jan Semenoff to unpack continuous alcohol monitoring—ignition interlocks, SCRAM ankle bracelets, and Soberlink—and why so many people get flagged for “violations” even when they haven’t been drinking. Jan shares real cases (a fleeting 0.031 spike; a SCRAM reading hit by Static Guard on a blanket; bar staff getting ambient-alcohol alerts) to show how products, workplaces, illness, ketosis, and diabetes can confound fuel-cell devices. His solution: My CAM Program—a practical course for monitored clients with short videos, readable modules, reflective quizzes, and a 100-page downloadable guide with logbooks and checklists. It teaches best practices (true deprivation periods, avoiding alcohol-containing products near tests, handling cold meds), offers condition-specific modules, and stays accessible for the full monitoring term so users can refresh before problems arise. The goal is prevention and better records to help lawyers fight wrongful breaches, without court or probation approval needed. Cost is $47, and sign-ups are available now at the My CAM Program site. Don’t miss the end of this week’s YouTube version, where we mark Talk Like a Pirate Day — the most important day of celebration at our firm. Join us as we raise a glass to the glory of the seas, and dream of future pillaging on calm waters

Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko open with Ottawa’s decision to pause Canada’s 2026 EV sales target and launch a 60-day review. They weigh the policy and trade crosswinds—auto-maker pressure, U.S. tariffs, Chinese EV competition, and new biofuel incentives—asking what a reset means for drivers, enforcement, and the market. They then unpack a fresh Saskatchewan Court of Appeal decision on “refusal” that re-affirms classic criminal-law principles: after a lawful ASD demand, the Crown must still prove a subjective intent to thwart the breath test—not merely a failed sample—before any “reasonable excuse” analysis. The ruling clarifies mens rea and pushes back on attempts to make refusal quasi-strict liability. Next, an Ontario trial ruling tackles s.10(b) in the smartphone era: when a detainee asks to find a specific lawyer, police must provide meaningful access to information—often supervised internet access—not just an outdated directory. Where access to counsel is denied, the actus reus of refusal isn’t made out at all. Ridiculous Driver of the Week: a three-car pileup pinned on raccoons crossing the road—raising the perennial question of when stopping for wildlife crosses into driving “without reasonable consideration” for other road users. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko break down a case that raised eyebrows in Vancouver traffic court. A man riding an electric one-wheel skateboard was fined nearly $600 for operating without insurance, despite the fact that these devices can’t be insured at all. At trial, the judicial justice hearing the case had previously recused himself from similar matters for openly admitting bias against skateboarders—yet allowed this one to proceed, resulting in a conviction. On appeal, the lack of fairness was recognized as a miscarriage of justice, sending the case back for a new hearing. Kyla and Paul also discuss the legal grey zone of one-wheeled electric vehicles, why insurance rules effectively keep them off the roads, and the broader issues of access, fairness, and bias in the court system. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week comes from Mississauga, where a young driver was spotted cruising down the highway with a full set of metal stairs strapped to the roof of her car—straight out of Arrested Development. The video went viral, and the driver now faces charges for her unsecured load. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko dissect three important developments in driving law and public accountability in BC. They begin with a major delay in the ICBC double billing class action, where a technical objection from the provincial government—challenging the scope of the claim based on how “medical practitioners” was defined—has thrown the case off course. Kyla and Paul criticize the government’s interference, noting how procedural nitpicking is undermining access to justice and stalling compensation for affected individuals. Next, breaking news hits mid-recording: the BC Court of Appeal has released a decision upholding an acquittal in a red-light fatality case involving a dangerous driving charge. Paul and Kyla unpack how the Court’s ruling reaffirms that a momentary lapse in attention—without more—is not enough to meet the legal standard for dangerous driving. The decision marks an important pushback against the expanding scope of criminal liability in driving cases. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a junk removal employee caught on camera illegally dumping hazardous waste in the woods—a repeat offence in the Lower Mainland. While the company has since fired the employee, Paul and Kyla reflect on what this says about trust, accountability, and regulation in private services. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko dive into a fiery road rage case in Surrey, where a driver jumped out, pepper sprayed another motorist, and sped off through a red light—all caught on dashcam. They discuss how the police may pursue charges, what kind of evidence they need, and why some road rage incidents cross the legal line. Next, they analyze a major Supreme Court victory for Uber drivers in Vancouver. The city’s controversial bylaw that charged per-stop fees downtown was struck down as unconstitutional. Paul and Kyla explore the court’s reasoning and the broader implications for municipal power and provincial jurisdiction. Finally, they review this week’s Ridiculous Driver of the Week—a suspected drunk driver who flipped a Jeep on Highway 3, nearly crashing into an oncoming car. Despite the crash, police issued only an Immediate Roadside Prohibition. Kyla and Paul criticize the growing reliance on IRPs, especially in serious cases where criminal charges might be more appropriate. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss an unprecedented roadside drug enforcement campaign at the Shambhala Music Festival, where police used a mobile lab to take 24 blood samples on-site — likely a Canadian first. They examine the legal, procedural, and privacy issues this raises for impaired driving investigations. Next, they turn to Edmonton, where police uncovered more than $200,000 in fraudulent insurance claims tied to ten tow truck companies. The case exposes systemic abuse in the towing industry and the lack of effective oversight. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a Nanaimo motorcyclist caught on video violently shoving a cyclist off the road. Kyla and Paul break down the legal implications and the broader concerns for vulnerable road user safety. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss the legal fallout from a major mix-up in the U.S., where cans of non-alcoholic Celsius energy drink were filled with alcohol. They examine how this could create a viable “involuntary intoxication” defense for unsuspecting drivers who blow over the limit. They also cover a disturbing Alberta case where a Mormon woman was issued a 90-day prohibition after failing to provide a breath sample—despite later discovering she had two broken ribs. Kyla and Paul argue that the refusal process systemically discriminates against people with disabilities, women, and minorities, and call for the reactivation of manual testing features on roadside devices. The Ridiculous Driver of the Week is an RCMP officer who got their SUV high-centered on a parking lot divider and had to be towed, all caught on TikTok. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss Vancouver’s decision to extend bar hours to 4 a.m., raising concerns about transit access and impaired driving enforcement at a time when the city’s traffic unit is severely depleted. They explore how the change could affect public safety, particularly in the absence of roadblocks and routine DUI checks. Next, they examine a series of questionable policing decisions involving Constable Keith McCready of the Prince George RCMP, including issuing IRPs in odd circumstances. Public backlash intensified after an arson site near a weigh scale was tagged with graffiti: “Good job McCready.” Kyla and Paul reflect on community trust, internal misconduct, and the difficulty of holding officers accountable. They also dissect a troubling video from Florida showing a Black man violently pulled from his car during a traffic stop despite being compliant—another example of systemic issues in policing. The Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a man in Brampton caught on video speeding along a sidewalk in a Lexus to skip traffic. In a bonus local story, a Vancouver man with a handicap placard was filmed illegally dumping a mattress in a public park. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko unpack a major BC Supreme Court decision that strikes down an Immediate Roadside Prohibition due to flawed and speculative reasoning by the Superintendent’s office. The case involved a driver who claimed that chewing tobacco remained in his mouth during a breath test. The adjudicator dismissed his explanation based on assumptions about police training and stereotypical beliefs about how a person “should” behave. The court rejected this reasoning, calling it unjustified, unintelligible, and lacking transparency. Kyla and Paul explain why this decision is a rare but important win against the reverse-engineered logic often used to uphold IRPs. Next, they discuss a Toronto Sun article claiming BC has the highest rate of impaired driving in Canada. Despite the province’s “toughest drunk driving laws,” the data may reflect the sheer volume of IRPs issued—not actual impairment. They explore whether the statistics signal a policy failure and question the effectiveness of deterrence in the absence of routine enforcement. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a Minnesota man who fled a DUI investigation by hiding in a river and covering himself in mud—hoping to avoid detection, Predator-style. He was found and arrested. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko tackle three pressing issues shaping public safety and traffic policy in Canada. They begin with Vancouver’s proposed 30 km/h speed limit on side streets, part of the Vision Zero push. Paul questions its practicality and lack of enforcement, while Kyla explains why speed isn't the only factor in pedestrian safety—driver behavior is key. Next, they examine the Hinkson Report, released in response to the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy. The report offers immediate recommendations to protect public events from vehicle attacks. Kyla and Paul weigh in on the logistics, funding, and feasibility of the proposals. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a Saskatoon man who stole a taxi, robbed a store, and fled in a cube van. The police chase ended safely, but the case is a cautionary tale about impaired decisions and their legal fallout. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.