9 York Region Traffic Ticket FAQs: Courts & Fines
The York Region is located between Toronto and Lake Simcoe and includes the municipalities of Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Markham, and Whitchurch-Stouffville. If you receive a traffic ticket anywhere in the York Region, your matter will be heard at one of two Provincial Offences courts.
The Newmarket court is located at 17150 Yonge Street (ICON Code: 4960), and the Richmond Hill court is at 50 High Tech Road (ICON Code: 4961). Both courts are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and are accessible by York Region Transit. Below, we answer the most common questions about York Region traffic tickets, from how to look up your ticket online, to when it makes sense to fight it with a licensed paralegal. If you have a question that’s not covered here, call us at 905-738-7171 for a free consultation.
How to Look Up Your York Region Traffic Ticket Online
To look up your York Region traffic ticket online, go to the Ontario Provincial Offences Act Court Case Lookup tool at justiceservices.jus.gov.on.ca. You will need three pieces of information from your ticket:
1. ICON Location Code – found in the top left corner of your ticket. For York Region, the codes are 4960 (Newmarket court) and 4961 (Richmond Hill court).
2. Offence Number – found in the top right corner of your ticket.
3. First three characters of your last name.
Enter this information into the Court Case Lookup tool and click search. This will show you the current status of your ticket, including your court date, the charge, and the set fine.
If you lost your ticket or don’t have it with you, you can contact the Newmarket court at 905-898-0425 or the Richmond Hill court at 905-762-2105 to request your ticket details. Need help understanding what your ticket means or want to know your options? Call Sturino Walker Legal Services.
Where Is The York Region Traffic Ticket Court?
Contact Information
Newmarket Court
Phone Number: 905-898-0425
Fax Number: 905-898-5218
Icon Code: 4960
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: Newmarket Court Website
Richmond Hill Court
Phone Number: 905-762-2105
Fax Number: 905-762-2106
Icon Code: 4961
No E-Mail
Website: Richmond Hill Court Website
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.
Court Locations
Newmarket: 17150 Yonge Street, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 8V3
Richmond Hill: 50 High Tech Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 4N7
Where Do I Pay A York Region Traffic Ticket?
If you want to pay your York Region Traffic Ticket or Speeding Ticket, you can pay your ticket online at paytickets.ca, or you can pay in person at the Richmond Hill or Newmarket Provincial Offences Court located at 50 High Tech Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 4N7 or 465 Davis Drive, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 7T9.
How to Dispute a York Region Traffic Ticket
When you receive a York Region traffic ticket, you have three options. They are listed on the back of your ticket:
Option 1: Pay the Fine – Paying the ticket is an admission of guilt. The conviction goes on your driving record, demerit points are added to your licence, and your insurance company will find out. If you have a minor speeding ticket and no prior convictions, this may be an option, but it’s rarely the best one.
Option 2: Request an Early Resolution Meeting – This is a meeting with the prosecutor where you can negotiate a reduced charge or lower fine. You do not need to plead guilty to request this meeting. Many people choose this option, but the outcome depends on the prosecutor and the circumstances of your case. Your charge will never be withdrawn if selecting this option.
Option 3: Request a Trial – A trial is your right option. The officer who issued the ticket must appear in court and prove the charge against you. If the officer does not attend, the charge is typically withdrawn. Even if the officer does attend, a licensed paralegal can challenge the evidence, negotiate on your behalf, or argue for a reduced charge.
Important: You must respond to your ticket before the deadline printed on it. If you do nothing, you will be convicted in absentia, meaning you are found guilty without ever appearing in court. The fine increases, and a conviction goes on your driving record.
Careless Driving Ticket in York Region
A careless driving charge under section 130 of the Highway Traffic Act is one of the most serious traffic tickets you can receive in York Region. The penalties include:
• A fine between $400 and $2,000
• Up to 6 demerit points on your licence
• A possible licence suspension of up to 2 years
• Up to 6 months in jail (in extreme cases)
• A major impact on your insurance rates for years
Whether your careless driving ticket was issued in Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Markham, or Aurora, your matter will be heard at one of the two York Region Provincial Offences courts.
A careless driving conviction stays on your driving record for 3 years. Most insurance companies classify it as a major conviction, which can double or triple your premiums. This is not a ticket you should try to handle on your own. For a detailed breakdown of careless driving penalties and how to fight the charge, read our full guide: Careless Driving Ontario
No Insurance Ticket in York Region
Driving without insurance in Ontario is one of the most expensive traffic offences you can be charged with. Under the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act, the penalties for a first offence include:
• A fine between $5,000 and $25,000
• A 25% victim fine surcharge added on top of the fine
• Your driver’s licence may be suspended for up to 1 year
• Your vehicle may be impounded for up to 3 months
For a second offence, the fine increases to $10,000–$50,000, and the licence suspension can be up to 3 years.
A no insurance conviction does not carry demerit points, but the financial consequences are severe. Many people who receive a no insurance ticket in York Region were actually insured at the time but did not have their pink slip with them. In these cases, a licensed paralegal can often get the charge withdrawn or reduced by presenting proof of insurance to the prosecutor. If you received a no insurance ticket in Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, or anywhere in the York Region, do not just pay the fine. Call Sturino Walker Legal Services at 905-738-7171 for a free consultation.
Stunt Driving Ticket in York Region
Stunt driving is one of the most serious charges you can face under the Highway Traffic Act. In Ontario, you can be charged with stunt driving if you are caught driving 40 km/h or more over the speed limit on a road with a posted limit under 80 km/h, or 50 km/h or more over on a road with a posted limit of 80 km/h or higher.
The immediate consequences of a stunt driving charge include:
• An immediate 30-day licence suspension at roadside
• An immediate 14-day vehicle impoundment
• A fine between $2,000 and $10,000 if convicted
• 6 demerit points
• A possible licence suspension of up to 2 years (first offence) or 10 years (second offence)
• Up to 6 months in jail
If you received a stunt driving ticket anywhere in the York Region, including on Highway 404, Highway 400, or local roads in Vaughan, Markham, or Richmond Hill, you need legal representation. For a complete breakdown of stunt driving penalties and defences, read our full guide: Stunt Driving Ontario
Speeding Ticket in York Region
Speeding tickets are the most common traffic offence in the York Region. Whether you were caught on Highway 404, Highway 400, or a local road in Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Vaughan, or Markham, the penalties depend on how far over the speed limit you were driving.
Here is a general breakdown of speeding ticket fines and demerit points in Ontario:
• 1–15 km/h over the limit – No demerit points, set fine varies
• 16–29 km/h over the limit – 3 demerit points
• 30–49 km/h over the limit – 4 demerit points
• 50+ km/h over the limit – 6 demerit points and a possible stunt driving charge
Even a minor speeding ticket with zero demerit points can affect your insurance rates if you are convicted. Most insurance companies will forgive one minor ticket, but a second conviction within three years will likely increase your premium.
If you want to pay your York Region speeding ticket, you can do so online at paytickets.ca or in person at the Newmarket or Richmond Hill court. But before you pay, keep in mind that paying the ticket is an admission of guilt, and the conviction goes on your driving record. Want to fight your speeding ticket instead? Call Sturino Walker Legal Services at 905-738-7171 for a free consultation.
Looking for a Traffic Ticket Lawyer in York Region?
If you’re searching for a traffic ticket lawyer in York Region, you should know that most traffic tickets in Ontario are handled by licensed paralegals, not lawyers. Paralegals are licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and are authorized to represent clients in Provincial Offences courts, which is exactly where traffic tickets are heard.
At Sturino Walker Legal Services, we are licensed paralegals who specialize in traffic tickets. We appear at the Newmarket and Richmond Hill Provincial Offences courts on a regular basis. When you hire us, we handle everything for you:
• We file your ticket with the court
• We order the officer’s notes (disclosure)
• We attend court on your behalf, you do not need to take a day off work
• We negotiate with the prosecutor for the best possible outcome
• We handle all correspondence and paperwork
Whether you received a speeding ticket, careless driving ticket, stunt driving ticket, no insurance ticket, or any other traffic offence in the York Region, we can help. Call us at 905-738-7171 for a free consultation, or fill out our online consultation form below.
3 Reasons To Fight Your York Region Traffic Ticket
1. Protect Your Demerit Points
The Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) tracks demerit points on your driving record. If you accumulate too many, MTO will take action. For fully licensed (G) drivers, 9 points triggers a warning letter, and 15 points means a 30-day licence suspension. For G1 and G2 drivers, the thresholds are even lower: just 4 points can trigger a suspension. Fighting your York Region traffic ticket gives you the chance to avoid demerit points entirely or have them reduced through a lesser charge.
2. Keep Your Insraunce Rates Low
While your York Region traffic ticket is in the court process, it does not appear on your driving record. Your insurance company does not know the ticket exists until you are convicted. This means you have a window of opportunity; if the charge is withdrawn, dismissed, or reduced to a non-moving violation, your insurance company may never find out about it. Given that a single careless driving conviction can double your insurance premiums for three years, fighting the ticket is almost always worth it.
3. Avoid a Licence Suspension
Some traffic tickets carry automatic licence suspensions that the issuing officer may not tell you about. Stunt driving, for example, comes with an immediate 30-day roadside suspension and can lead to a further suspension of up to 2 years if convicted. Even accumulating too many minor tickets can push you past the demerit point threshold and trigger a suspension. The only way to protect your licence is to fight the ticket in court. A licensed paralegal can represent you and work to have the charge reduced or withdrawn.
FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions About York Region Traffic Ticket
What is the ICON Code for York Region Traffic Courts?
The ICON code for the Newmarket court is 4960, and the ICON code for the Richmond Hill court is 4961. You will need this code to look up your traffic ticket online using the Ontario Court Case Lookup tool.
Can I Pay My York Region Traffic Ticket Online?
Yes. You can pay your York Region traffic ticket online at paytickets.ca. You will need your offence number and the ICON location code from your ticket. Keep in mind that paying your ticket is an admission of guilt, and the conviction will go on your driving record.
What Happens If I Don’t Pay My York Region Traffic Ticket?
If you do not respond to your traffic ticket by the deadline on the ticket, you will be convicted in absentia. This means you are found guilty without appearing in court. The fine increases, the conviction goes on your driving record, demerit points are added to your licence, and your licence may be suspended until the fine is paid.
Can I Fight a York Region Traffic Ticket Without Going to Court?
Yes. When you hire a licensed paralegal, they attend court on your behalf. You do not need to take a day off work or appear in person. At Sturino Walker Legal Services, we handle the entire process for you, including filing the ticket, ordering disclosure, attending court, and negotiating with the prosecutor.
How Long Does a York Region Traffic Ticket Stay on My Record?
A traffic ticket conviction stays on your driving record for 3 years from the date of conviction. Insurance companies typically look at your driving record for the past 3 years when determining your premium, so a conviction can affect your rates for the full 3-year period.
What Is Early Resolution for a York Region Traffic Ticket?
Early resolution is a meeting with the prosecutor where you can discuss your ticket and potentially negotiate a reduced charge or lower fine. It is not a trial. You do not need to plead guilty to request early resolution. This option is available for most minor traffic offences heard at the Newmarket or Richmond Hill courts.
Does a York Region Speed Camera Ticket Go on My Record?
No. Speed camera tickets (also called Automated Speed Enforcement tickets) are issued to the registered owner of the vehicle, not the driver. They do not carry demerit points, do not go on your driving record, and do not affect your insurance rates. However, you are still required to pay the fine.
How Many Demerit Points Will Cause a Licence Suspension?
For fully licensed (G) drivers, the Ministry of Transportation sends a warning letter at 9 demerit points. At 15 points, your licence is suspended for 30 days. For G2 drivers, a suspension is triggered at 9 points. For G1 drivers, the threshold is just 4 points. For a complete breakdown, read our guide: The Demerit Point System
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