Go to Court first. You might ask the Judge if it would be possible to take an 8-hour Defensive Driving Course to reduce the charge, or possibly even have the charge dropped. If you are offered this opportunity, register with us on this website. You’ll have your certificate within 24 hours of completing it.
In Virginia a reckless driving conviction can result in a fine of up to $2,500, up to 6 months loss of license, up to 6 months in jail, and a deduction of 6 demerit points on your license. Not to mention a possible increase in your insurance premium. It is possible for the judge to …
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According to the Code of Virginia 46.2-862, a person is guilty of reckless driving if driving a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of 20 miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of 85 miles per hour regardless of …
Click on our ONLINE COURSE button on this website and pay $45 by credit or debit card. The link to begin the course will be sent to you on your receipt (scroll to the bottom of your receipt).
Ignoring the charge is an option, but not a good one. Usually it will lead to you being found guilty of reckless driving which is a misdemeanor criminal offense. If you’re lucky, you will only receive a conviction and fine when you fail to appear. However, in a worst-case scenario, the judge can issue a …
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In Virginia most reckless driving offenders don’t receive jail time unless the circumstances leading to the charge being placed are serious or you have a driving record of high-speed charges.
Receiving a traffic violation in Virginia means you’ll have a criminal record. This means if you are ever asked on a security clearance or criminal background check whether or not you have been convicted, you must answer “yes.” Unfortunately, these criminal charges stay with you forever, unlike your driving record. You will not be able …
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Go to Court first. You might ask the Judge if it would be possible to take an 8-hour Defensive Driving Course to reduce the charge, or possibly even have the charge dropped. If you are offered this opportunity, register with us on this website. You’ll have your certificate within 24 hours of completing it.
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•Failing to move over or slow down for police, fire, EMS and similar vehicles stopped with flashing lights will now be reckless driving, similar to speeding over 80 mph. Penalties for reckless driving in Virginia include up to a year in jail or a fine up to $2,500.