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Cars & getting around

Know your legal rights relating to car accidentscar insurance, car sales & repairs, and driving offences.

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Making a personal injury claim

Making a personal injury claim

Getting injured in a motor vehicle accident is an awful experience. Learn your legal rights in the event you’re injured, and the steps involved in making a personal injury claim.

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Making a vehicle damage claim

Making a vehicle damage claim

If your car is damaged in an accident — or you damage someone else’s car — insurance may cover the damage. Learn the steps to make a vehicle damage claim.

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The points system and ICBC

The points system and ICBC

If you get a ticket for a driving offence, you’ll typically get points on your driver's record. The more points you rack up, the more you’ll pay in insurance premiums.

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Driving without insurance

Driving without insurance

Everyone who drives a vehicle in BC must have insurance. If you don’t, you can be charged with driving without insurance. Learn your rights and the steps you can take.

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Buying a used car: Be careful

Buying a used car: Be careful

Pro tip: Be careful buying a used car. The vehicle might have hidden defects or the seller might be dishonest. Learn what to watch for and how to avoid problems.

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Buying a used car: The sale

Buying a used car: The sale

It’s true what they say: “Get it in writing.” If you’re buying a used car, don’t do it on a handshake. Learn how the sale process works, and how to protect yourself.

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Problem with a used car

Problem with a used car

You bought a used car. Just days later, it broke down. Your mechanic says the problem will cost thousands to repair. What can you do? Learn your rights and steps you can take.

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Leasing a car

Leasing a car

Leasing a vehicle is quite different from buying one. Leasing can offer lower monthly payments, but you typically spend more in the long run. Learn your rights if you lease.

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Car repairs

Car repairs

Vehicle repairs can be complex and expensive. You can avoid or minimize problems with repairs by following these tips.

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Impaired driving

Impaired driving

Impaired driving is a serious offence with complex legal and technical issues, as well as significant penalties if you’re convicted. Learn what to expect if you’re charged with impaired driving.

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Driving while prohibited

Driving while prohibited

There are several ways you can be prohibited from driving: by the province, by the police, or by a driving conviction. It is a driving offence to drive while prohibited.

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Traffic tickets

Traffic tickets

The police give out a violation ticket for less serious driving offences. Learn the options available if you get a traffic ticket, and the steps involved in disputing the ticket.

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