The Saskatoon Police Service has some very factual realities to share with anyone street racing or gathering in parking lots. Police, with the return of warmer weather, have been getting complaints of people street racing and vehicles group in parking lots with the most activity on 8th Street and Spadina Crescent.
Saskatoon police say not complying with public health orders and traffic violations can come with hefty price tags.
Drive without reasonable consideration for others:
$580 on the first offence
$1400 on the second offence (and vehicle impounded)
$2100 on the third offence (and vehicle impounded)
Racing/Drive in a contest of speed – $205
Stunting – $150
Create a loud and unnecessary noise – $100
Speeding:
Tickets start at $170
If driving 35 km/h over the limit, tickets start at $538
If driving 50 km/h over the limit, tickets start at $809
Passing stopped emergency vehicle (emergency lights in operation) at greater than 60 km/h
Tickets start at $270
Criminal Code:
Dangerous Driving – Imprisonment up to 10 years
Dangerous Driving Causing Bodily Harm – Imprisonment up to 14 years
Dangerous Driving Causing Death – Imprisonment up to life