Campbell & Campbell, P.C.

Reckless Driving

Virginia Reckless Driving Defense Lawyer

Speeding • Criminal Charges • Traffic Offenses

We Represent Out-of-State Travelers
(804) 798-8397

Throughout the United States, reckless driving is a serious offense. However, in Virginia, it is treated even more seriously, and is prosecuted as a criminal Class 1 Misdemanor instead of merely a traffic citation. This type of charge can leave you facing consequences much more severe than what you may receive for a speeding ticket.

At the law office of Campbell & Campbell, P.C. in Ashland, Virginia, we handle reckless driving cases for clients from across the U.S. who have been charged in Virginia. Our firm aggressively represents our clients' rights, ensuring our clients understand the charges and make informed decisions concerning their defense.

Under Virginia law, a reckless driving charge is a Class 1 Misdemeanor that can result in up to one year in jail, your driver's license suspended or your privilege in Virginia suspended for up to six months and fines amounting up to $2500. Attorney Hugh S. Campbell can review your case and determine how to best handle your situation.

Paying the Ticket

Many individuals just mail in their reckless driving ticket, paying the fines that are associated with that type of charge. By paying the ticket, you are essentially pleading guilty to reckless driving, a criminal charge. A reckless driving criminal charge will remain on your record, creating a potential problem with future employers who may refuse to hire those with criminal or serious traffic misdemanor or record. This is also of concern if you work for the government or private contractors and have a security clearance; pleading guilty to a criminal charge may result in you loss of your security clearance.

Also, if you pay the ticket, you will accrue six points on your driver's license, according to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This can affect your auto insurance rates (increasing them), and possibly contribute to your driver's license being suspended.

Contact a Lawyer Today

If you are facing a reckless driving charge, contact us at Campbell & Campbell, P.C. to schedule an appointment with an attorney who has extensive knowledge of the Virginia traffic laws. We offer a free initial consultation. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted and we welcome clients from throughout Virginia and out-of-state.

Campbell & Campbell, P.C.
Virginia Reckless Driving Defense Attorney
Richmond Traffic Law Lawyer
113 Hanover Avenue
Ashland, Virginia 23005
Telephone: (804) 798-8397
Facsimile: (804) 798-8428
E-Mail Hugh S. Campbell

The Ashland, Virginia, reckless driving defense lawyer at the law firm of Campbell & Campbell, P.C. provide traffic law, speeding ticket and reckless driving defense, criminal law, personal injury, accident, and probate legal services to clients in the greater Richmond, Virginia area, including Fredericksburg, Bowling Green, Petersburg, and communities of Caroline County, Spotsylvania County, King William County, Hanover County, Henrico County, New Kent County, Louisa County, Goochland County, Chesterfield County, Dinwiddie County and Stafford County. We represent many out-of-state clients in traffic violations, including travelers from Florida, New York, South Carolina, Georgia, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware, the District of Columbia, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and all across the United States.