Gunn Law GroupEdmonton, AB · August 17, 2026Can I Still Drive While Waiting for a DUI Trial in Alberta?
Immediate Roadside Sanctions vs. Criminal DUI Charges in Alberta If you are accused of impaired driving, one of the first questions you may ask is if you are still allowed to drive before your court date. The answer depends on what happened at the roadside and what steps you took afterward. Not every impaired driving investigation leads to criminal charges. In Alberta, some drivers receive only an administrative penalty through the Immediate Roadside Sanction system (IRS), while others receive the IRS and face criminal charges under the Criminal Code. You are more likely to face criminal...
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