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Do you go to jail for reckless driving?
Will I have to go to jail if I get convicted of reckless driving? I’m really freaked out by the possibility. I want to do everything I can to avoid jail time!
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It is possible that you’ll go to jail for reckless driving, but try not to panic! Reckless driving is typically classified as a misdemeanor, meaning you’ll face up to a year in jail as a consequence of the charge. Some states will even charge the crime as a felony, which could land you in state prison, but this typically only happens when someone is injured or killed as a result of your driving.
Other possible penalties for reckless driving include:
If you do get charged with reckless driving and want to avoid jail time, it’s best to
hire a lawyer
who specializes in traffic court to help you fight the charge. A lawyer might be able to get the sentence lowered or even dropped completely, depending on the severity of the infraction.Another consequence of reckless driving is a spike in your car insurance rates. If this happens, you might need to shop around for a new policy. The
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