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Reckless Driving

Reckless Driving And Military Personnel: Potential Penalties And Solutions

As home to numerous military bases, Virginia sees its fair share of reckless driving incidents involving military personnel. Every branch of the United States military takes reckless driving charge…

Is It Illegal To Run A Yellow Light In Virginia?

A yellow or amber light alerts drivers that the traffic signal is about to turn red, allowing traffic to begin traveling in other directions. Motorists commonly see the yellow light and speed up to…

Can You Fight An Improper Turn Ticket?

Making abrupt, last-minute turns or turning without using a signal can quickly lead to a traffic ticket. An improper turn ticket may then lead to other negative consequences. Virginia motorists can…

Is Brake Checking Illegal

You are in heavy traffic on a Virginia roadway. You notice the person behind you is following way too closely. After you come to a stop at a light or wait for a turning driver in front of you, you …

The Hidden Cost Of Traffic Tickets: More Than Just Fines

While the majority of people are familiar with the concept of traffic tickets, and likely know someone who has received at least a speeding violation at some point in their lives, many people do …

Understanding The Role Of Road Conditions In Reckless Driving Cases

Under Virginia law, there are as many as fifteen offenses that fall under the crime of reckless driving. Driving too fast for highway or traffic conditions is one of these offenses and, if you are…

Road Racing and Reckless Driving Charges

In Virginia, the consequences of road racing and reckless driving charges are severe. Being convicted of this offense can affect your work, your future, and your ability to move freely around your…

Reckless Driving Vs. Careless/Improper Driving: What’s The Difference?

In Virginia, there are a variety of ways that a person can be charged with reckless driving, a class 1 misdemeanor that is punishable by penalties including jail time and heavy fines. If you were …

Reckless Driving Charges and Penalties in Virginia

In Virginia, a criminal citation for reckless driving is much more serious than a simple traffic ticket. Unlike other moving violations, reckless driving is a criminal offense and any person found…

Reckless Driving Charge After Failing To Give A Proper Signal

Failing to give a proper signal may seem like an innocent mistake. Unfortunately, in Virginia, misuse of a turn signal is a serious offense that can lead to reckless driving charges. Those found g…

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