Disobey Stop Sign (HTA s. 136(1)(a)) and Disobey Sign (HTA s. 182(2)
These two charges sound like the same thing and are treated as the same thing by most people who receive them. They are not. They sit in different sections of the Act, carry different demerit points, and require the prosecution to prove different things.
If your ticket says one and your conduct fits the other, that is a live issue.
The two charges side by side
Comparison Point | Disobey Sign | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
Section | s. 182(2) | s. 136(1)(a) |
Demerit points | 2 | 3 |
What it covers | Any posted sign that is not a stop sign or traffic signal | Failing to come to a complete stop at a stop sign |
Record | 3 years from conviction | 3 years from conviction |
Section 182(2) is the general provision. It captures “No Left Turn, “No U-Turn,” Do Not Enter, “No Trucks, “turn-lane restrictions, weight and height restrictions, and the long tail of regulatory signage that does not have its own dedicated section.
Why shouldn’t I pay it?
Eighty-five dollars is cheap enough that most drivers pay it the day it arrives. You are not buying your way out of an $85 problem — you are accepting a three-point conviction that stays on your record for three years and is fully visible to your insurer at every renewal in that window.
Fighting it
A rolling-stop allegation rests entirely on what the officer saw from where they were standing or parked. Vantage point, angle, distance, obstructions, and how the observation was recorded at the time all matter. There is also the question of whether the correct section was cited — s. 136(1)(a) is specific to stop signs, while other posted signs fall under s. 182(2) with a different point value. A charge laid under the wrong section is a problem for the prosecution, not for you.
Vertex Legal Solutions is licensed by the Law Society of Ontario. General information, not legal advice.
Why Choose Vertex Legal Solutions for Disobey Sign Ticket Defence?
A disobey sign charge may look simple, but the section on your ticket, the sign involved, and what the officer actually observed can all matter. Vertex Legal Solutions provides licensed paralegal services to help Ontario drivers understand the charge and their options.
Send us your ticket, court date, and a short description of what happened. We check the offence listed, the Highway Traffic Act section, and the basic details of the charge.
We review the sign involved, the officer’s notes, viewing angle, distance, possible obstructions, and other available disclosure. We also check whether the correct section was used for the alleged conduct.
Your options are explained in simple terms. Based on the evidence, your paralegal can help prepare the appropriate response for your Disobey Sign Ticket Defence in Ontario, including court documents and communication related to the matter.
What Ontario Drivers Say About Vertex Legal Solutions for Disobey Sign Issues
Real client experiences can help Ontario drivers understand what to expect when dealing with a disobey sign charge. Vertex Legal Solutions provides licensed paralegal services to help clients review the ticket, understand the Highway Traffic Act section involved, and navigate the Provincial Offences Court process clearly.
Daniel R., Toronto
“I contacted Vertex Legal Solutions after receiving a disobey sign ticket in Ontario. They reviewed the section on my ticket, explained the possible demerit points and driving-record impact, and made the next steps easy to understand.”
Aiden P., Mississauga
“My ticket involved a No U-Turn sign, and I was unsure whether the charge was correct. Vertex reviewed the ticket details and explained how the sign, the officer’s position and the Highway Traffic Act section could affect the matter.”
Michael T., Brampton
“I wanted to understand whether I should simply pay the ticket or look at other options. The paralegal explained the process clearly and helped me understand what could be reviewed before making a decision.”
Sarah M., Hamilton
“My disobey sign charge involved a turn restriction. Vertex Legal Solutions reviewed the circumstances, the officer’s observations and the available disclosure. Their communication was clear and easy to follow.”
Jason K., Ottawa
“Vertex Legal Solutions helped me understand my options for Disobey Sign Ticket Defence in Ontario. The process was organised, the advice was explained in simple terms, and I knew what was being reviewed at each stage.”