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Reckless Driving & Traffic Violations Lawyer | Fairfax & Northern Virginia | Robinson Law, PLLC
DUI & DWI Attorneys in Fairfax and Northern Virginia
Our criminal lawyers put a focus on DUI and DWI defense. Read our DUI client testimonials to see how many people we have helped fight their DUI charge in court. Please visit our DUI & DWI website with specific information about DUI in Fairfax, DUI in Arlington, DUI in Alexandria, DUI in Manassas and Prince William and DUI in Leesburg and Loudoun County. Our DWI attorneys have represented both adults and juveniles facing drunk driving charges across Northern Virginia and we are standing by to discuss your case for free. Contact us today: (703) 542-4008
The Commonwealth of Virginia categorizes Reckless driving as a class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by up to 12 months in jail, 6 month loss of license and a $2,500 fine. Additionally, if convicted of Reckless driving in Virginia, you could see an increase in your insurance premium, issues with your security clearance and employment, 11 year record and DMV demerit points. All too often our attorneys for Reckless driving see defendants without lawyers pleading guilty to Reckless driving in court. Many of these individuals are unaware of the severe consequences of a first offense Reckless driving ticket in Virginia. If you or a loved one have been charged with Reckless driving in Fairfax or Northern Virginia, contact our office right away for your free consultation: (703) 542-4008.
Reckless Driving, Generally (Va. Code § 46.2-852)
Reckless Driving by Speed (Va. Code §46.2-862 (i) & (ii)
Reckless Driving by Excessive Speed for the Conditions (Va. Code § 46.2-861)
Reckless Driving in Parking Lot (Va. Code § 46.2-864)
Reckless Driving by Passing a School Bus (Va. Code §46.2-859)
Reckless Driving by Improper Control/Faulty Brakes (Va. Code § 46.2-853)
Reckless Driving by Passing on a Curve (Va. Code § 46.2-854)
Reckless Driving by Passing Two Vehicles Abreast (Va. Code §46.2-856)
Reckless Driving by Driving Two Abreast in a Single Lane (Va. Code § 46.2-857)
Reckless Driving by Passing at a Railroad or Pedestrian Crossing (Va. Code § 46.2-858)
Reckless Driving by Failing to Signal (Va. Code § 46.2-860)
Reckless Driving by Failure to Yield (Va. Code § 46.2-863
Reckless Driving by Racing (Va. Code § 46.2-865)
Reckless Driving by Driving with Impaired Control/View Because of Passengers (Va. Code § 46.2-855)
Will my Lawyer Get my Reckless Driving Ticket Dismissed?
The likelihood of having a reckless driving charge (or any charge) reduced or dismissed depends heavily on the facts of the specific case and the defendant’s criminal record. There is no way for any reckless driving lawyer to guarantee a certain result. Our attorneys for reckless driving prepare our clients with the steps they need to take prior to court in order to ensure the best possible outcome. Contact our reckless driving lawyers today for a free consultation: (703) 542-4008.
Penalties for Violation of §46.2-301 in Fairfax and Northern Virginia:
Loss of License Because of DUI, DWI and Refusal in Virginia
In DWI, DUI and Refusal cases in Fairfax and Northern Virginia, a person loses their ability to drive for 1 year. Often, the person receives a restricted license by the court. That license permits the person to drive during specified times and only to specified places. If the person is caught driving outside of their restrictions, they are considered to be driving on a suspended license. There is a specific code section for this situation – §18.2-272. §18.2-272 applies to driving on a suspended license, when the license was suspended due to a DWI/DUI conviction. The penalties in this code section are much harsher than found in §46.2-301. If found guilty, a person will have their license revoked for 12 months, and jail time is very possible – even on a first-offense. It will almost assuredly trigger a probation violation with respect to the underlying DWI or DUI charge.
Penalties for Violation of §46.2-272 in Fairfax and Northern Virginia:
Is Leaving the Scene of an Accident in Virginia a Misdemeanor or Felony?
Leaving the scene of an accident or a “hit and run” may be either a misdemeanor or felony offense in Virginia. If the total damage to the vehicle is under $1000, it is classified as a misdemeanor. If the damage resulted in $1000 or more, leaving the scene of the accident would be a felony. Additionally, if any injury or death occurs, leaving the scene is automatically a felony offense. Either way, it would be in your best interest to speak with a criminal lawyer for hit and run charges in Fairfax Northern Virginia right away. Contact our office today: (703) 542-4008. There are four general categories for a hit and run charge in Virginia:
Attended Property Damage < $1000 VA Code 46.2-894 (Class 1 misdemeanor) – Penalties: maximum 12 month jail sentence, 6 month license suspension, $2500 fine
Attended Property Damage OR Injury/Death VA Code 46.2-894 (Class 6 felony) – Penalties: 5 year maximum jail sentence, 6 month license suspension, $2500 fine
Unattended Property Damage < $250 VA Code 46.2-896 (Class 4 misdemeanor) – Penalties: no maximum jail sentence or license suspension, $250 fine
Unattended Property Damage > $250 VA Code 46.2-896 (Class 1 misdemeanor) – Penalties: maximum 12 month jail sentence, 6 month license suspension, $2500 fine
Survey after survey shows that D.C.-area residents have one of the worst commutes in the country, if not THE worst. And, Fairfax County, Va., might be ground zero for the most difficult stretch of road in the entire metropolitan area. Have you ever been on I-66 during rush hour? Then you know how it can quickly become a parking lot.