At Driving Defense Law, we are ready and prepared to defend your rights and zealously advocate on your behalf.
Driving Defense Law is a specialized division of McCormick Law & Consulting, an award-winning law firm headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia. We are local attorneys who care about you and your future.
Our experienced attorneys know how to navigate the local courts in Virginia. Our traffic attorneys will evaluate your options and create a game plan to dismiss or minimize your offense.
“Steven was very helpful, thorough, and knowledgeable throughout the process, offering me strong remedial steps to mitigate the severity of my ticket. He answered additional questions that I had before my court date, explained how the trial would proceed, and articulately represented me, resulting in a successful outcome. He is priced similarly to other lawyers in the area for representing speeding violations, but provides excellent services and support. It is clear that he really cares about the outcome and strongly advocated for me. I therefore strongly recommend Steven and his DDL team.” – Client Review
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Reckless Driving
Reckless driving is a serious offense in Virginia as it is punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor under Virginia Code 46.2-868.
If you find yourself holding a ticket for reckless driving, contact Driving Defense Law as you could be facing a criminal record.
Punishment for Reckless Driving in Virginia
For conviction of a class 1 misdemeanor – confinement in jail for up to a year and a fine of up to $2,500. (either or both)
A conviction of reckless driving carries with it 6 demerit points and up to 11 years of staying on your record. See the following:
- Speeding in excess of 85 mph (11 years)
- Speeding 20 mph or more above the posted speed limit (up to 11 years)
- Racing (11 years)
- Passing or overtaking an emergency vehicle (11 years)
- Passing a school bus (11 years)
- Passing on the crest of a hill (11 years)
- Passing at a railroad crossing (11 years)
- Passing two vehicles abreast (11 years)
- Driving too fast for conditions (11 years)
- Failing to give a proper signal (11 years)
- Faulty brakes/improper control (11 years)
- Reckless driving in parking lots (11 years)
- Reckless driving with an obstructed view (11 years)
There are different categories of reckless driving as detailed by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
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