Over 80

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An Over 80 charge centres on an allegation that your blood alcohol concentration reached or exceeded the criminal limit within the prescribed period after driving. Compass Law defends clients facing these charges in Mississauga and across the GTA. The analysis can involve the timing of breath samples, police demands, approved instrument records, officer observations, procedural requirements, Charter protections, and disclosure used to establish the reported alcohol concentration.

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Over 80 Defence

DUI & Driving Offences

In an Over 80 case, the numbers matter—but so does how police obtained them

These files often move from a roadside investigation to evidentiary breath testing at a police station. The sequence matters: when demands were made, when samples were taken, what instrument was used, and what records were created during testing.

A person does not have to appear visibly intoxicated for an alcohol-concentration charge to arise. The allegation is tied to the reported blood alcohol level, making the statutory timing rules and evidentiary foundation for those readings particularly important.

Approved instrument results do not exist in isolation. Police notes, certificates, video, observation periods, testing documentation, and disclosure may help establish whether the readings can be relied upon under the Criminal Code.

For the defence, the task is to reconstruct the testing process rather than simply accept the final number. Gaps in documentation, procedural problems, Charter concerns, or inconsistencies between records may materially change how the evidence is assessed.

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Where an Over 80 allegation can be tested.

Trace the timeline from the initial stop through each breath demand and evidentiary sample.

Compare instrument documentation with police notes, video, certificates, and other disclosure.

Identify Charter or procedural issues that may affect the admissibility of alcohol evidence.

Assess whether the prosecution can establish the prohibited concentration within the required legal framework.

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“From the first conversation, Manmeet explained the process clearly and made sure I understood what was happening with my case. Communication was consistent, my questions were answered directly, and I always knew what the next step would be.”

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Compass Law Client

Mississauga, Ontario

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“Dealing with a criminal matter was stressful, but Compass Law made the legal process much easier to understand. The advice was practical, straightforward, and never rushed. I appreciated being kept informed throughout the entire matter.”

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Compass Law Client

Brampton, Ontario

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“Manmeet was professional, responsive, and very clear about my options. He took the time to go through the important details of the case and explain what they meant. I felt prepared for each stage instead of being left guessing.”

Daniel R.

Compass Law Client

Toronto, Ontario

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“What stood out most was how easy it was to communicate and get clear answers. Manmeet listened carefully, explained the situation in plain language, and gave me a realistic understanding of what to expect as the case moved forward.”

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Compass Law Client

Mississauga, Ontario

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“Compass Law handled my matter with professionalism from beginning to end. The communication was timely, the advice was easy to understand, and I felt that the important details of my case were being taken seriously throughout the process.”

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Compass Law Client

Oakville, Ontario

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Common Questions About Over 80 Charges

It generally refers to the Criminal Code offence involving a blood alcohol concentration of at least 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood within the prescribed period after operating a vehicle.

Yes. An alcohol-concentration offence does not depend solely on visible or perceived impairment. It can be based on the concentration established through admissible testing evidence.

Potentially. The defence may examine testing procedures, timing, instrument records, certificates, police evidence, disclosure, and Charter compliance before determining how the readings can be addressed.

Yes. The offences can arise together, but they address different issues. One focuses on a prohibited alcohol concentration, while impaired operation concerns the person's ability to operate being impaired by alcohol or drugs.

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Over 80

In an Over 80 case, the numbers matter—but so does how police obtained them

Where an Over 80 allegation can be tested.

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Common Questions About Over 80 Charges

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