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Browne Criminal DefenceCalgary, AB · April 1, 2026

DWI vs DUI: What’s the Difference in Canada?

Some sources suggest that DWI vs DUI mean different things, while others use them interchangeably. Much of the confusion comes from the fact that terminology varies between countries and U.S. states. In Canada, the legal framework is more straightforward. DWI and DUI are not official legal terms under Canadian law. Instead, the Criminal Code refers...

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