A charge of reckless driving is a class 2 misdemeanor and carries harsh penalties in Arizona. If you were arrested for reckless driving or aggressive driving, contact an experienced traffic offense attorney to protect your rights and begin your defense.
Our practice, The Law Offices of John Phebus Criminal and Personal Injury Lawyer, handles all traffic tickets and violations for clients in the Glendale area and greater Scottsdale County. As experienced Phoenix-area reckless driving defense attorneys, we have represented numerous clients and we are familiar with proper procedure for prosecutors in local jurisdictions.
Arizona defined reckless driving as operating a vehicle in a manner with “reckless disregard for the safety of persons or property.” Police may file the charge for a variety of acts, including:
In some cases, reckless driving may be charged in addition to drinking and driving in Glendale, AZ. Penalties for a first-offense reckless driving conviction may include:
A second offense within 24 months will result in a minimum of 20 days in jail and within 84 months will result in revocation of your license.
In addition to criminal penalties, your insurance company may raise your rates substantially.
You can be charged with aggressive driving for excessive speed combined with any of the following:
Penalties for aggressive driving (first offense) are 8 points on your driver’s license, mandatory Traffic Survival School, as well as any fines plus surcharges and court costs. A second offense within 84 months results in license revocation for one year.
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Both reckless driving and aggressive driving charges are major traffic violations and assess 8 points against your license. If you have been arrested for either of these offenses, contact us, Phoenix-area reckless driving defense lawyers who are experienced in the aggressive defense of such charges. We have several offices in the Glendale, Arizona, area. We offer a free, 30-minute telephone consultation to discuss contesting the charges or pleading to a lesser offense. Call now 623-847-7117.
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