Traffic fines going up in 2010

Some fines for traffic violations will double in the new year.

For example, running a red light will come with a $1,000 fine, right now the fine is $500.

Those convicted of careless driving and failure to remain at the scene of a collision could be hit with fines as high as $2,000, up from $1,000.

Other existing maximum penalties for these offences will remain, including a two-year licence suspension and six-month jail term.

Drivers who fail to pull over and stop for emergency vehicles or follow fire vehicles too closely could be hit with a maximum fine of $2,000, three demerit points plus a possible two-year licence suspension.

That’s up from the current maximum penalty of a $500 fine.

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