Reckless Driving Cases

California criminal defense attorney Thomas Wallin can help you if you are charged with reckless driving in the State of California. Call the Law Offices of Thomas Wallin today at 1-866-857-5900 if you are charged with a reckless driving.                                     

• California Vehicle Code section 23103(a) states “Any person who drives any vehicle upon a highway in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.”

“Willful” implies intent or purpose, while “wanton” expresses a reckless disregard of consequences. In plain English, Vehicle Code 23103 makes it illegal to voluntarily drive a motor vehicle with an intentional or conscious disregard for the safety of persons or property.

Reckless driving is a misdemeanor and the potential consequences are immense. If you are convicted of reckless driving, you could face a maximum of 90 days in jail and a fine of $1,000. A conviction counts as 2 points on your driving record and could have severe implications on your privilege to operate a motor vehicle. It could cause your insurance rates to skyrocket. A reckless driving conviction can also have a negative impact on your employment, especially if you drive a commercial vehicle for a living.

Call California criminal defense attorney Thomas Wallin at 1-866-857-5900 if you need help with a reckless driving charge.

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