Reckless Driving

Reckless Driving Lawyer

New York City — New York State

Reckless driving is an unclassified misdemeanor in New York State. A conviction results in 5 points on your drivers license, possible automobile insurance increases and a criminal record. A judge also has the discretion to suspend your driver’s license or put you in jail for up to one year. In practice, judges rarely incarcerate motorists for this charge; however, they have the power to do so. Some judges believe that motorists should be punished for a conviction of reckless driving and will order some jail time or community service.

Drivers charged with reckless driving are often facing another charge, such as speeding, unsafe lane change, running a red light or, in a recent case, failing to yield to a police officer. Molly and the officer arrived at a location on the West Side Highway where traffic merged. The Police Officer slowed down and Molly believed that the officer was allowing her to proceed. He later ticketed her for failing to yield and reckless driving. This was Molly's first experience in Criminal Court and she was extremely upset. Karen was able to work out a disposition for her of a no point violation. This plea saved her drivers license and insurance rates, and Molly left Criminal Court without a criminal record.

If you are charged with reckless driving, Ms. Friedman can help you.

Contact Karen Friedman at (212) 213-2145.