Advice Needed: Got A Summons For Improper Left Turn 141 (5)
Accident happened at a regular intersection with turning lanes and lights. I was turning left. The light turned yellow, and the car approaching sped up to make the light. I thought he was stopping, so i made the turn. At the time of the collision the light was red.
I understand that it is my fault. I'm just wondering what my best course of action is.
No ticket was given at the time of the accident. I just received a summons saying I have committed the offence contrary to The Highway Traffic Act of Ontario section 141 (5).
I'm just wondering:
1) why was I not given a ticket right away, and instead given a summons a few months later.
2) Is there a range of fines/demerit points that I could lose here? Should I be getting legal help to lessen the charges? or is it all the same charge?
thanks for any advice.