Virginia Reckless Driving Defense Lawyer
Facing a Virginia Reckless Driving Charge?
"I can't believe I've been charged with a Criminal Offense!"
(Also see our Reckless Driving FAQ page.)
That's the first thing most people say to me when they call. "I was pulled over for simple speeding, and the officer gave me a criminal summons for Reckless Driving, How can that be?"
Unfortunately, it's true. Reckless driving is a surprisingly serious charge with harsh penalties in Virginia. It is very easy to be charged with reckless driving, simply by traveling more than 20 mph over the speed limit! You though you were merely pulled over for a speeding ticket, but you are suddenly facing a serious criminal charge with the same penalties as a DUI, Assault or Possession of Marijuana.
In some courts, judges are very strict about these cases and are will sentence you to jail time! In other courts, judges recognize that the Reckless Driving laws are extremely harsh, and are willing to reduce the charge to a traffic offense such as a simple speeding ticket.
The good news is that in many cases we are able to get the charge reduced down to improper driving or a simple speeding ticket, frequently without you needing to go to court. Call to discuss how we can save you money in fines, fees, increased insurance rates, and keep a criminal charge off your record.
How can you tell if you are risking jail time or you have a good chance to get the charges substantially reduced? On your own, you probably won't be able to tell. You'll need to talk to an attorney experienced with reckless driving charges to analyze the specific facts in your case, and which jurisdiction your case will be heard in. Contact us for a free consultation and we can help.
VA Reckless Driving Penalties
A Reckless Driving charge is considered a Class 1 Misdemeanor under Virginia law. You are facing the possibility of up to one year in jail, a 6 month license suspension, and fines that could cost you up to $2500.
And with Virginia's new abusive driver fees, the fees and fines have gotten even worse!
You'll also be charged 6 demerit points by the Virginia DMV, which will affect your insurance rates and can lead to a license suspension if you have other past traffic violations.
Being a Class 1 Misdemeanor is particularly devestating to those in the Northern Virginia area since many drivers here are employed by the Government, Military or other companies who require their employees to have clearances. Any Misdemeanor conviction, even for Reckless Driving, can result in the loss of your clearance and possible loss of your job or a reduction in rank for those in the Military.
Our attorneys have handled hundreds of these cases, and are ready to successfully defend yours. Don't take a reckless driving charge lightly. Take advantage of a free legal consultation, to find out the risks you face if you agree to plead guilty without being represented by an experience Lawyer.
How to Beat a Reckless Driving Ticket in Virginia
We can beat many VA reckless driving charges, or negotiate down to a simple civil speeding ticket in many cases.
One legal challenge experienced Virginia Defense attorneys use is to contest the calibration of the radar or laser device on which you were clocked. The police must have records of the machines being calibrated within the last six months.
Getting the judge to agree to reducing the charges is an option in many cases if the speed you were clocked at is under 80mph. Many judges and and courts will agree to this, and I can help you negotiate the system to give you the best chance at a reduction down from a criminal misdemeanor.
There are other Defenses, depending on the facts of you specific situation. Call for free consultation and tell us about your reckless driving ticket/arrest, and I'll tell you what I can do to help you, or contact me via email. There's no obligation.
For more information about reckless driving and Virginia license suspension issues and risks, please refer to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles license suspension and revocation page.
If you are accused of reckless driving or other traffic offenses in Virginia, call now for a no-obligation, no-risk, free consultation at (703) 330-3200. Find out exactly what can happen to you in your case, and what a Virginia criminal traffic attorney can do to help.
Read our Reckless Driving Frequently Asked Questions.
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