{"id":3449,"date":"2017-10-12T02:30:45","date_gmt":"2017-10-12T02:30:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/?page_id=3449"},"modified":"2017-10-12T02:30:45","modified_gmt":"2017-10-12T02:30:45","slug":"reckless-driving","status":"publish","type":"seo_pages","link":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/service-areas\/spotsylvania-county-services\/reckless-driving\/","title":{"rendered":"Reckless Driving in Spotsylvania County, VA"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #f49602;\">Spotsylvania County, VA Reckless Driving Lawyer<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Reckless driving and related charges such as negligent driving, aggressive driving, fleeing and eluding police and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs are treated as serious offenses in Spotsylvania County, and result in a misdemeanor along with fines or even jail time in case of conviction. In order to protect your reputation, freedom and driving privileges, your best course of action is to hire an experienced Spotsylvania County reckless driving lawyer: Dua Law Firm. We will use every available resource to build a strong case and improve your chances of receiving a favorable outcome in your upcoming court date.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"rd_title\">What is Reckless Driving in Spotsylvania County, VA?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Reckless driving is not just a speeding ticket. It is a criminal offense, specifically a class 1 misdemeanor in the same criminal classification as a DUI\/DWI\/DWI charge. A conviction or guilty plea can impact insurance premiums, your job, security clearances, and other sensitive matters affecting government contractors, military and law enforcement personnel, and a wide variety of professions. The penalty parameters for Reckless driving include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to one year in jail;<\/li>\n<li>A suspension of your driving privileges; and\/or<\/li>\n<li>Up to $2,500 in fines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"rd_title\">Are there points associated with Reckless driving?<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Yes. If you are convicted or plead guilty to Reckless driving, then you will be assessed six (6) demerit points by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, and the conviction will stay on yoru driving record for eleven (11) years.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"rd_title\">Do I need a Lawyer for a Reckless Driving Ticket?<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Every case is different. In some cases, a lawyer is strongly recommended, in others, probably not. That is why we offer a free consultation to help you decide whether you need a lawyer.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"rd_title\">Other types of reckless driving in Virginia are:<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>46.2-853 \u2013 Driving vehicle which is not under control; faulty brakes.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-854 \u2013 Passing on or at the crest of a grade or on a curve.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-855 \u2013 Driving with driver\u2019s view obstructed or control impaired.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-856 \u2013 Passing two vehicles abreast.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-857 \u2013 Driving two abreast in a single lane.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-858 \u2013 Passing at a railroad grade crossing.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-859 \u2013 Passing a stop school bus; prima facie evidence.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-860 \u2013 Failing to give proper signals.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-861 \u2013 Driving too fast for highway and traffic conditions.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-863 \u2013 Failure to yield right-of-way.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-864 \u2013Reckless driving on parking lots, etc.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-865 \u2013 Racing<\/li>\n<li>46.2-865.1 \u2013 Injuring another or causing the death of another while engaging in a race.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-866 \u2013 Racing; aiders or abettors.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-867 \u2013 Racing; seizure of motor vehicle.<\/li>\n<li>46.2-868.1 \u2013 Aggressive driving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>\u00a0Raj Dua<\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Service Areas:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Contact Us For a Free Consultation<\/h3>\n<h5><\/h5>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"rd_title\">10 FAQs Regarding Reckless Driving<\/span><\/h4>\n<h6>Short answer: No.<\/h6>\n<h6>It depends. It depends on the speed you were charged, your driving behavior, your driving history record and a number of other factors.<\/h6>\n<h6>Short answer: In most counties, if you are speeding above 90 mph, you are at risk of a jail sentence. But each case is different and that is why we recommend you contact a lawyer. An experienced traffic defense lawyer, who handles hundreds of cases a year, will most likely provide a free consultation and give you an accurate assessment of your case.<\/h6>\n<h6>In some cases, it would be helpful to take a driver improvement course. It can convince a prosecutor and\/or judge that you are willing to be accountable for your actions, and drive more safely in the future. Taking a course will reduce the number of points on your record by offsetting them with positive points. We can help you decide if this worth your time and money.<\/h6>\n<h6>It depends on a number of factors and defenses. You are welcome to call so that we can assess your case.<\/h6>\n<h6>Again, it depends on the facts of your case, but it can be done with the appropriate facts. Call us to for a free evaluation of your case and the likelihood of a reduction of your Reckless charge to just an infraction.<\/h6>\n<h6>No. If you are convicted of Reckless driving the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles will deduct six (6) points off of your record. The traffic court Judges do not deal with the points, only the charges.<\/h6>\n<h6>We represent many clients who are just passing through northern Virginia and are cited for Reckless or Speeding violations, and we have successfully represented them without their presence in court. Typically, we can motion the court to excuse your appearance or have you complete a Power of Attorney form.<\/h6>\n<h6>The most common forms of reckless driving in Virginia are speeding 20+ over the speed limit and endangering others. The law is as follows: <strong>46.2-862.<\/strong>\u00a0A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit. <strong>46.2-852.<\/strong>\u00a0Reckless driving; general rule \u2013 Irrespective of the maximum speeds permitted by law, any person who drives a vehicle on any highway recklessly or at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person shall be guilty of reckless driving.<\/h6>\n<h6>It depends. So, it is imperative to speak to an attorney to assess your status and the potential consequences.<\/h6>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>How We Can Help<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been charged with Reckless driving, driving under the influence or a related crime in Spotsylvania County, you owe it to yourself to hire the best legal defense available. As qualified, experienced Spotsylvania County reckless driving lawyer, we will look at the specific details of your case in order to build a strong defense, giving you the best possible chance of receiving a favorable outcome in court \u2014 one that ideally involves the lowering or even total dismissal of your charges.<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #f49602;\">Call Raj Dua at (703) 382-7300 or email <a style=\"color: #242424; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"mailto:rdua@dualawfirm.com\">rdua@dualawfirm.com<\/a> for a free consultation.<\/span><\/h5>\n<h3 class=\"text-regular\">We\u2019re Here To Help With Any Traffic, Divorce, Criminal or Estate Planning Matter.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h5 class=\"text-regular\"> We know how important it is to get an attorney on the case right away, so we are available via phone and e-mail 24\/7 and offer a free initial consultation. Please do not hesitate to contact us today.<\/span><\/h5>\n<h3 class=\"text-regular\"><\/h3>\n<h3>See How Happy Our Customers Are!<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":3433,"menu_order":0,"template":"","aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/seo_pages\/3449"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/seo_pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/seo_pages"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/seo_pages\/3449\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/seo_pages\/3433"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dualawfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3449"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}