Category Archives: Reckless Driving
Does Virginia Have Multiple Types Of Reckless Driving Offenses?
Reckless driving is a criminal offense under Code of Virginia Section 46.2-852. In its most essential form, this crime requires dangerous or reckless driving behavior that can result in damage, injury, or death. In terms of penalties, Code of Virginia Section 46.2-868 establishes misdemeanor and felony versions of reckless driving. The Class 1 misdemeanor… Read More »
Virginia School Bus Driver Charged With Reckless Driving
A Virginia school bus driver faces reckless driving charges after allegedly crashing and causing injury to 14 children, according to an article by CBS affiliate WTVR. The driver in question was transporting children to an elementary school for class. Before they could arrive, however, the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle, ran off… Read More »
Virginia Man Faces Reckless Driving Charges For Fatal Accident
Police arrested a man from Sterling, Virginia for allegedly committing reckless driving and causing a fatality, according to an article by the Loudoun Times-Mirror. The Virginia State Police stated that this accident occurred on August 27 at approximately 1 p.m. in Fauquier County. At that point, the Sterling man was driving on James Madison… Read More »
3 FAQs On Reckless Driving Under Virginia Law
Reckless driving is a broad criminal offense under Virginia law that can occur in many different forms. At a threshold level, reckless driving involves dangerous conduct behind the wheel of a vehicle. Accordingly, reckless driving offenders can face serious criminal penalties. What is Reckless Driving in Virginia? Code of Virginia Section 46.2-852 establishes the… Read More »
Fatal Crash Leads To Reckless Driving Charges For Virginia Woman
A Virginia woman faces criminal charges for reckless driving after allegedly causing a fatal accident, according to an article by FOX affiliate WFXR. The Virginia State Police indicated that this single-vehicle accident occurred just before 8 p.m. on Monday, October 31. At that time, the Virginia woman allegedly left the road after entering a… Read More »
What Happens If I’m Charged With Reckless Driving In Virginia?
Reckless driving can come in many shapes and sizes in Virginia. Though there is a general definition under Code of Virginia Section 46.2-852. This offense occurs when a driver operates a vehicle in a reckless or dangerous fashion — thereby creating a risk of property damage, physical injury, or death. But Virginia law does… Read More »
Reckless Driving Injures Virginia State Police Officer
A Virginia man faces reckless driving charges after allegedly crashing into and injuring a state trooper on Interstate 664, according to an article by 13News Now. This incident occurred on June 10 at approximately 8 a.m. At that point, a Virginia State Trooper was traveling on I-664 and stopped to assist a vehicle. While… Read More »
Virginia Man Charged With Reckless Driving & Manslaughter After Fatal Crash
A Virginia man faces criminal charges for reckless driving and aggravated involuntary manslaughter after allegedly crashing into and killing a police officer, according to an article by FOX8. This incident occurred on January 14 at approximately 4 a.m. on Route 11, when the Virginia man allegedly crossed into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on into… Read More »
Surveying 5 Variations Of Reckless Driving In Virginia
Reckless driving is a criminal offense under Code of Virginia Section 46.2-852. This law prohibits any person from operating a motor vehicle in a way that threatens the safety of other people or property. Under Code of Virginia Section 46.2-868, reckless driving is charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor or Class 6 felony. The… Read More »
What Are The Consequences Of Reckless Driving In Virginia?
Reckless driving is a criminal offense in violation of Code of Virginia Section 46.2-853. This section prohibits any driver from operating a vehicle in a way that threatens the safety of people or property. Specific types of driving behavior are also classified as reckless driving under Virginia law, including failure to maintain control and… Read More »
