Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration:

Question: How do I defend CVOR charges in Ontario if my company or driver is accused of an Highway Traffic Act violation?

Answer: If you or your corporation is facing CVOR charges in Ontario, Hogan Paralegal Services can review the roadside inspection and MTO or police reports, help you understand the alleged Highway Traffic Act issues, and guide next steps in Ontario Court of Justice so you can respond quickly and reduce potential impacts on CVOR ratings.  Charges can involve unsafe vehicle conditions, overweight or unsecured cargo, logbook or licensing discrepancies, and related Highway Traffic Act enforcement under Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8 (including inspection duties), processed under the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33.  Get a free half-hour consult by calling (905) 634-2100 to discuss your legal options and timelines today.

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Defending Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration (CVOR) Charges

For commercial use vehicles weighing more than 4,500 kilograms, the owners and operators must register to obtain a Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR). In addition to driving offence charges that a driver may incur, the owners and operators may become subjected to separate legal actions for violations of the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, and a myriad of other statutes relevant to road users.

Note: Please contact Hogan Paralegal Services by phone at: (905) 634-2100 to discuss any specific questions that you may have.

Common Issues

Common issues within CVOR matters involve vehicle condition, excessive loads, unsecured cargo, discrepancies in logbooks, inadequate or expired licenses, among various other concerns. These issues are in addition to the legal actions initiated against the commercial vehicle driver. Charges related to CVOR can be initiated by either a police officer or an officer from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation ("MTO"). These charges are processed within the Ontario Court of Justice in accordance with the procedures as provided in the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33, and its accompanying regulations.

Inspection Authority

Within the framework of the Highway Traffic Act, specifically under section 82.1, there are mandates governing the inspection of commercial vehicles. The mandates aim to ensure the safety and roadworthiness of commercial vehicles, protecting both the operators and the public. It is imperative for commercial vehicle operators and the vehicle drivers to comply with the inspection mandates that help to ensure the roadworthiness of commercial vehicles and thereby contribute to road safety.