Reckless Driving Defense Attorney in Michigan
Criminal defense attorneys dedicated to the defense of reckless driving in Michigan. When other lawyers tell you that there is no defense, we will find a way to help you and do everything possible to make sure you are not convicted. We are not afraid to win!
Reckless Driving is a Misdemeanor
Reckless Driving is a civil infraction punishable with a fine in some states. Michigan treats Reckless Driving as a criminal offense known as a misdemeanor. Depending on the circumstances and severity of the offense, Reckless Driving can carry a maximum jail sentence of 90 to 15 years. A reckless driving defense attorney is your best hope of avoiding a conviction.
Reckless Driving Charges and Penalties
There are three types of Reckless Driving charges in Michigan. They are as follows:
- Misdemeanor Reckless Driving. When a person operates a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. Misdemeanor Reckless Driving has a maximum possible sentence of 2 years of probation, up to 93 days in jail, 6 motor vehicle points, and a hard driver’s license suspension for 90 days (no restricted license).
- Felony Reckless Driving. It occurs when a person operates a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property and, as a result of the offense, causes serious impairment of a body function to another person. This felony carries a maximum possible prison sentence of 5 years and up to 5 years of probation.
- Reckless Driving Causing Death. This is the most serious type of reckless driving and has a maximum possible prison sentence of 15 years and up to 5 years of probation.
What exactly is Reckless Driving in Michigan?
Reckless Driving is when a person operates a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. Determining whether a driver engaged in willful and wanton conduct can be complicated. Since reckless driving requires more than mere negligence, a prosecutor must show that the defendant did more than simply make a mistake about the rules of the road. Willful and wanton means that the driver was aware and mindful of the driving risks, but they were indifferent to the results.
The difference between a misdemeanor and felony Reckless Driving is that with a felony, the motor vehicle’s operation must have caused a serious bodily injury or death. The contributory fault of the injured or deceased driver is a defense.
“Will I go to jail for Reckless Driving?”
Prospective clients charged with Reckless Driving frequently ask if they will have to serve time in jail or prison. The Defense Team with LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. is almost always successful in keeping clients out of jail. We have an unparalleled track record of helping clients avoid jail time or getting criminal charges dismissed.
Defense of Reckless Driving Charges
LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. is widely known for providing the highest caliber defense available in Michigan. We take the time to get to know our clients and thoroughly prepare and develop a strategy to get the best possible result. If you are charged with or accused of felony or misdemeanor Reckless Driving in Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, Washtenaw County, Livingston County, or elsewhere in Michigan, please contact us, and we will answer your questions, address your concerns, and help you developed a winning strategy to deal with your case.
Call us today at (248) 263-6800 for a free consultation or complete a Request for Assistance Form. We will contact you promptly and find a way to help you.
We will find a way to help you and, most importantly,
we are not afraid to win!
