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There are many reasons why drivers may be pulled over by police and receive traffic tickets. These tickets will often cover minor violations such as speeding, and while drivers will face penalties like fines, they usually will not have to deal with serious charges. However, when a person is accused of reckless driving, the situation is likely to be more serious than a simple traffic ticket. Reckless driving is a criminal offense, and the penalties may include jail time, fines that are much higher than other traffic violations, and other consequences that could affect a person's life.
Virginia law defines reckless driving broadly, covering multiple types of unsafe behaviors that can put people's safety at risk. Prosecutors will often take these cases seriously, especially if a person is accused of causing an accident in which someone was injured or killed. At Noorishad Law, P.C., our lawyer can provide the legal representation needed to address charges of reckless driving. He can look at the circumstances surrounding a traffic stop, accident, or arrest to determine what defenses may be available, and he will work to resolve cases while minimizing the penalties that a person will face.
Speeding alone can result in an arrest for reckless driving in certain circumstances. While a person who exceeds the speed limit by a few miles per hour may receive a traffic ticket, a violation in which a person went more than 20 miles per hour over the speed limit can lead to reckless driving charges. Driving more than 85 miles per hour on any road can also lead to an arrest for reckless driving, regardless of the actual speed limit. In other cases, reckless driving charges may apply if a person was allegedly traveling at a dangerously unsafe speed in conditions like heavy rain or fog.
People who engage in races on streets or highways in and around Herndon may be treated harshly. Racing will combine high speeds with unpredictable maneuvers that could cause drivers to lose control. It may take place in areas where people on or near the road may be at risk of harm, including other drivers, pedestrians, or people in buildings or structures on the side of a road. Because of the potential risks, people who are accused of participating in street races or exhibitions of high speeds and dangerous maneuvers may face charges of reckless driving.
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I had a court date for a reckless driving (speeding) charge in Fairfax county. Mr. Noorishad was extremely available and responsive via text in the days leading up to the court date. He answered all of my questions and was able to get the case dismissed. I was very impressed and appreciative of his work.
Most of the time, court appearances will be required to address reckless driving charges. Reckless driving is a criminal offense, and a charge cannot be resolved by simply paying a fine. After being arrested, a person may need to appear at an arraignment, and additional hearings or a trial may be required. Failure to appear for court dates could lead to additional criminal charges and a warrant for a person's arrest. Our attorney can provide representation during court appearances and make sure a person takes the right steps to defend against reckless driving charges.
In some cases, a prosecutor may agree to reduce the charges against a person to improper driving. A judge or jury may also make the decision to charge a person with improper driving rather than reckless driving. Because improper driving is a traffic violation, a reduction of charges will allow a person to avoid a criminal conviction.
No. There may be many reasons for accidents, and they may involve negligence or traffic violations that were not serious enough to be considered reckless driving. To convict a person for reckless driving, a prosecutor must prove that they were driving in an unsafe manner that put others at risk of serious harm. The circumstances surrounding an accident may be considered during a case, but the accident on its own will not necessarily prove that a person was reckless.
In most cases involving reckless driving, a conviction will result in a driver's license suspension that will last from 60 days to six months. Our lawyer can help a person defend against the loss of their driver's license or take steps to get their license back after a suspension.
A reckless driving charge can be more serious than many people may realize. Unlike many other traffic offenses, a person could face jail time and a criminal record, as well as other penalties that could affect their ability to drive, their employment, and other parts of their life. At Noorishad Law, P.C., our attorney can review the details of the case and take steps to help a person avoid a criminal conviction. He will work to resolve a case successfully while minimizing the ways a person's life may be affected. Contact our Herndon, VA reckless driving charges lawyer at 703-542-4500 to set up a free consultation.
People in Herndon who face criminal charges will usually have their cases heard at the Fairfax County Circuit Court, located at:
We represent clients in Fairfax County from our office in McLean, located at:
Noorishad Law, P.C.
8200 Greensboro Drive, Suite 900
McLean, VA 22102
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From our office in McLean, VA, Noorishad Law, P.C. provides legal help to clients and their families throughout the area, including Fairfax County, Arlington County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Ashburn, Broadlands, Burke, Cascades, Centreville, Dale City, Dumfries, Fairfax, Falls Church, Gainesville, Haymarket, Herndon, Lake Ridge, Leesburg, Manassas, Montclair, Occoquan, Purcellville, Quantico, Reston, Stafford, South Riding, Springfield, Sterling, Stone Ridge, Sugarland Run, Tysons, Vienna, Woodbridge, and Woodburn.
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