Reckless Driving
We provide dedicated defense for drivers who were ticketed or arrested in Northern Virginia.
Reckless Driving Lawyer in Northern Virginia
Reckless driving in Virginia isn’t a routine traffic ticket — it’s a Class 1 misdemeanor that can mean a criminal record, license suspension, and up to a year in jail. Unlike most states, Virginia treats many ordinary speeding violations (20+ mph over the limit, or any speed above 85 mph) as a criminal offense rather than a civil infraction.
At Ervin Law PLLC, we defend drivers facing reckless driving charges throughout Fairfax, Prince William, Loudoun, and Arlington counties. Because each county’s courts, prosecutors, and local procedures differ, find your jurisdiction below for information specific to your case — or browse by the type of charge you’re facing.
| Find Your County
Defense for reckless driving charges in Fairfax County General District Court, 4110 Chain Bridge Rd. I-66, I-495, Fairfax County Parkway. Our office is one block from the courthouse.
– Not Reckless – just speeding?
Representation for drivers cited in Prince William County General District Court, Manassas. I-95, I-66 west of Centreville, Route 234.
– Not Reckless – just speeding?
Defense for reckless driving citations issued in Loudoun County General District Court, Leesburg. Route 7, Route 28, Dulles Toll Road.
Representation for reckless driving charges in Arlington General District Court, Courthouse Plaza. I-395, Route 50, GW Parkway (note: the GW Parkway is federal — Park Police tickets go to federal court, which is a distinguishing fact worth one sentence).
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Common Types of Reckless Driving
- Reckless Driving by Speed – 20+ mph over the limit, or any speed above 85 mph (Va. Code § 46.2-862).
- Driving Too Fast for Conditions – Charges issued even below the posted limit in rain, fog, or heavy traffic (§ 46.2-861).
- Driving With Faulty Brakes – Improper control or mechanical defect charges (§ 46.2-853).
- Driving With an Obstructed View – Impaired visibility or overloaded vehicle charges (§ 46.2-855).
- Failing to Give Proper Signals – Improper signaling charges (§ 46.2-860).
- Driving Two Abreast in a Single Lane – Side-by-side lane violations (§ 46.2-857).
- Racing – Street racing charges and penalties (§ 46.2-865).
- Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicles – Virginia’s Move Over Law violations.
- Passing a Stopped School Bus. – Penalties for passing a stopped bus with flashing lights.
| Understanding Your Case
What Happens If You’re Charged — A full overview of how reckless driving charges work in Virginia.
Fighting the Charge: Radar, Lidar & Pacing — How we challenge the evidence used against you.
First Offense Reckless Driving — What to expect if this is your first charge.
Speedometer Calibration — When and why calibration matters for your defense.
How to Help Your Lawyer Reduce the Charge — Steps that can support a dismissal or reduction.
Cost of a Reckless Driving Lawyer — What to expect to pay for representation.
Reckless Driving Accidents — When a crash leads to a reckless driving charge.
Do I need a Reckless Driving Attorney – Why you should not go to court without an attorney.
How Much Is a Reckless Driving Ticket in Virginia – The penalties are often much more than just a fine.
How to Beat a Reckless Driving Ticket in Virginia – A reckless driving lawyer can guide you through the proper steps to take.
Penalties At a Glance
A reckless driving conviction in Virginia is a Class 1 misdemeanor carrying up to 12 months in jail, a $2,500 fine, a 6-month license suspension, and 6 demerit points that stay on your record for 11 years. See our full breakdown of Fairfax County penalties for what a conviction actually does in Fairfax County.
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