Flight from a peace officer
Criminal Code Driving Offences
About this charge
Fleeing while being pursued by police under section 320.17 is a serious criminal charge that commonly accompanies other allegations. Whether a genuine “flight” occurred in law, and the lawfulness of the pursuit, are the operative questions.
How we defend it
- Did a flight in law actually occur?
- Was the pursuit itself lawful?
- Assess the accompanying charges as one file
At a glance
FineIndictable exposure
DemeritsCriminal record
ForumCriminal Code Driving Offences
Our feeNo resolution, no fee
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Impaired driving / over 80 / drug-impaired drivingRefusing or failing to provide a breath or drug sampleDangerous drivingHit and run (failing to stop at the scene)Operation while prohibited (criminal)Where we defend this
Calgary Courts CentreEdmonton Law CourtsRed DeerLethbridgeGrande PrairieWe appear at all 41 Alberta court locations. You need not attend.
Penalties are stated under Alberta's Traffic Safety Act, the Provincial Offences Procedure Act and, where applicable, the Criminal Code. Figures reflect the fine schedule in force from 13 March 2026 and are general information, not legal advice.
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