Reckless Driving Defense Tips

Summary

Reckless driving in Virginia can have serious consequences. To potentially reduce or dismiss the charge, attend your court date, consider hiring a lawyer, and enroll in a driver improvement course to demonstrate proactive behavior. Gather evidence like a clean driving record and negotiate for a lesser charge during the hearing. Seeking legal advice from a local attorney can provide personalized guidance.

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Im Jordan bodvig, im * in Virginia, April Monday 21st * i got pulled over going * in a * & got a reckless driving ticket my court date is july 14th in juvenile court & im * in may what can i do to drop the ticket or lower the actual ticket charge from reckless
Hey Jordan! Here are some general steps you can take to potentially reduce or drop your reckless driving ticket:
- Attend Court: Make sure you attend your court date as scheduled.
- Legal Representation: Consider hiring a lawyer, especially since you’re transitioning to adulthood soon.
- Driver Improvement Course: Enroll in a driver improvement course before your court date to show proactive behavior.
- Gather Evidence: Collect any evidence that might help your case (e.g., clean driving record).
- Negotiate: During the hearing, ask if you can negotiate for a lesser charge.
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