For careless driving according to the Provincial Offence Act/ Highway Traffics Act of Ontario,

1.What must the prosecution prove in order to get a conviction?What are the essential elements of the offence?

2.) Is it a mens rea, strict liability or absolute liability offence?Who has the burden of proof? What is the standard of proof?

3)What are the penalties associated with this offence?

4) Is it appropriate for someone to be charged under Part I or Part III?Why?

5) ) Is there a related/included offence (e.g. to negotiate a reduced charge)?

6) Which defence(s) can you use?

7) What evidence is admissible?

8)When would you consider using a Charter challenge for this offence?

9)What constitutes proper service for this offence?