How Much Over the Speed Limit is Reckless Driving in Virginia?
August 16, 2020 by Jean Humbrecht
Have you ever wondered, how much over the speed limit is Reckless Driving in Virginia? Driving at certain high speeds can be considered Reckless Driving, which is a crime in Virginia. If you are wondering, how much over the speed limit is Reckless Driving in Virginia, read the post below.
How Much Over the Speed Limit is Reckless Driving in Virginia?
Driving over the speed limit in Virginia is usually charged as Speeding, which is a traffic infraction, punished with a fine up to $250 and DMV demerit points.
Driving at Certain High Speeds Can Be Charged as Reckless Driving in Virginia
However, driving at certain high speeds in Virginia can actually be a crime. Driving more than 20 miles per hour over the speed limit or driving more than 80 miles per hour in Virginia can be charged as Reckless Driving. Reckless Driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor, punished with up to 12 months in jail, a fine, driver’s license suspension up to 6 months, and 6 DMV demerit points. Additionally, since Reckless Driving is a crime in Virginia, a conviction will remain on a driver’s permanent criminal record.
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