{"id":280,"date":"2020-09-30T08:00:02","date_gmt":"2020-09-30T15:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/?p=280"},"modified":"2020-10-20T12:01:00","modified_gmt":"2020-10-20T19:01:00","slug":"what-should-you-do-if-you-receive-a-reckless-driving-traffic-violation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/what-should-you-do-if-you-receive-a-reckless-driving-traffic-violation\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Do If You Receive a Reckless Driving Traffic Violation?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Reckless-Driving.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-281\" width=\"250\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Reckless-Driving.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Reckless-Driving-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elawrencelaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Reckless-Driving-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the state of Maryland, reckless driving is a crime. Yes,\nif you accidentally speed on a 3-lane road that you <em>thought <\/em>was a\nhighway, you can be charged with a misdemeanor. This can lead to employment\ncomplications as well as monetary penalties. If you are charged with this\nviolation, what can you do to beat the charge or reduce your punishment?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reckless Driving Penalties<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with a misdemeanor charge, reckless driving in\nMaryland can be accompanied by a fine of up to $1,000. Six points will also be\nadded to the driver\u2019s record. Acquiring two more points within two years would\nlead to a license suspension. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beating the Charge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every reckless driving case is different, so it is worth\nexamining yours closely to see if there are any arguments that can challenge\nthe accusations. Here are some defenses that have worked in the past:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Police jurisdiction \u2013 In this defense, you can\nargue that the officer was operating outside of their locality. Alternatively,\nyou can argue that the event took place on private property. <\/li><li>Speed limit \u2013 Did the prosecutor prove the speed\nlimit of the area? Did they prove the speed you were traveling through the\narea? If neither were proven, you may be able to claim that there is\ninsufficient evidence. <\/li><li>Radar Calibration \u2013 Convinced you did not exceed\nthe speed limit? In this case, questioning the accuracy or calibration of the\ndevice used to gauge your speed may be the best course of action. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reducing the Punishment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are unable to avoid the charge entirely, you still\nmay be able to reduce the punishment. If your charge took place due to a fluke\nlapse in concentration, you may be able to avoid a criminal charge. Alternatively,\nthe judge may lower your penalty beneath the initial minimum of $510. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We Can Help You Avoid a Reckless Driving Violation or Minimize Your\nPunishment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are facts about each specific case that can\nsignificantly reduce penalties if an experienced attorney who understands this\narea of law presents the case. The Law Office of Elizabeth A. Lawrence offers\nhigh-quality legal representation, personal attention, and professionalism to\nhelp defend the harsh penalties of reckless driving, DUIs, and other serious\ntraffic offenses in Maryland and District of Columbia. Click here or call (410)\n986-0088 to consult with an experienced attorney today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the state of Maryland, reckless driving is a crime. 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