HWY-LAW Legal Services is a paralegal firm that represents persons charged with offences under the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act, governed by the rules set out under the Provincial Offences Act.       Our services include the following:   - Initial consultation - Filing of Notice of Intention to Appear and/or     attendance at your set date - Requesting and securing of full disclosure - Filing of any motions or applications relevant to your case - Case preparation - Representation at trial - Disposition notice     Do you have a defence?   Answering this question will rely upon the essential elements of the offence and the classification of the offence. There are three categories under which an offence may fall. They are the following:   1. Mens rea 2. Strict liability 3. Absolute liability (Move mouse cursor over each term for a definition) The category that your offences falls under will affect the approach taken towards the defence of your case. We at HWY-LAW take these issues into consideration, to fashion the best defence available to maximize your chances at a successful outcome, by exploring all avenues under the law.     Are you required to attend court?   The Provincial Offences Act allows a defendant to appear in court by way of counsel or agent. Depending on the type of offence, classification of the offence, and whether a defence is available, will determine whether your appearance is necessary. In many cases, your appearance is not necessary and can be handled by one of our experienced agents in your absence. We at HWY-LAW recognize that many persons charged with an offence prefer not to attend court, if unnecessary, either due to work related commitments or the potentially stressful nature of a court proceeding. Ultimately, the decision is made by you and we act on your behalf accordingly.