What Next, After You Have Been Charged With Reckless Driving in Norfolk, VA?

Reckless Driving Is More Than a Speeding Ticket In Norfolk, Virginia

If you’ve been charged with reckless driving in Norfolk, Virginia, you are  likely facing more than just a simple traffic ticket. Reckless driving is a criminal offense in the Commonwealth of Virginia—one that can carry severe penalties including jail time, license suspension, and a permanent criminal record. With Anthony Montagna, III  specializes in defending clients against reckless driving charges in Norfolk and throughout Hampton Roads, VA. He has defended over 5,000 cases of reckless driving.

What Is Considered Reckless Driving in Virginia?

Virginia has some of the strictest traffic laws in the country. According to Virginia Code § 46.2-862, you can be charged with reckless driving if you are:

• Driving 20 mph or more over the speed limit, or
• Driving over 85 mph, regardless of the speed limit

But speed isn’t the only factor. Other actions that may be charged as reckless driving include:

• Racing
• Passing a stopped school bus
• Driving too fast for conditions
• Failing to yield to emergency vehicles
• Driving with faulty brakes
• Tailgating

In all, Virginia law lists more than a dozen behaviors that can qualify as reckless driving.

Penalties for Reckless Driving in Norfolk

Reckless driving is generally a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia. If convicted of misdemeanor reckless driving  you generally could face:

• Up to 12 months in jail
• Fines up to $2,500
• 6 demerit points on your driving record
• Suspension of your driver’s license for up to 6 months
• A permanent criminal record that can impact employment, security clearances, and more

However, reckless driving can be a felony in Virginia in a few situations.

For out-of-state drivers, a reckless driving conviction in Virginia can still follow you home—affecting your insurance rates and license standing in your own state.

Why You Need a Reckless Driving Lawyer in Norfolk

If you’ve been charged, you shouldn’t face the court alone. Here’s how an experienced reckless driving attorney, like Anthony Montagna, III, can help:

1. Evaluate Your Case for Defenses

An attorney can investigate whether RADAR, LIDAR, or pacing evidence was used correctly. If not, we may be able to challenge the accuracy of the charges.

2. Negotiate for Reduced Charges

In many cases, Anthony Montagna, III can negotiate a reduction to a lesser offense—such as improper driving—which carries fewer penalties and no criminal record.

3. Represent You in Court

Sometimes, Anthony Montagna, III or a member of his Norfolk Reckless Driving Defense Team can appear in court on your behalf, especially if you’re an out-of-state driver or military personnel stationed in Norfolk.

4. Protect Your Record and Future

A conviction can have long-term consequences. Anthony Montagna, III and his Norfolk Reckless Driving Defense team work aggressively to minimize the damage to your driving record, insurance, and job prospects.

Why Choose Anthony Montagna, III?

Anthony Montagna, III has:

• Over 31 years of experience handling reckless driving cases in Norfolk, VA
• A strong track record of case dismissals and charge reductions
• Deep familiarity with Norfolk judges, prosecutors, and traffic court procedures

We understand what’s at stake, and we’re ready to help you fight back.

Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation

Don’t wait until your court date is around the corner. The earlier we can begin building your defense, the better your chances of a favorable outcome.

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SOME OF ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III’S RESULTS

Although every case is different, no two cases are the same, and a result in one case does not guarantee the same result in every case or predict the result of a different case, Anthony has obtained great results in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and throughout VA.

Some of Anthony’s case results are the following:

1. Reckless driving, 131 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $150.00 fine
2. Reckless driving, 118 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
3. Reckless driving, 116 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 fine
4. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $250.00 fine
5. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
6. Reckless driving, Racing:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
7. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $350.00 fine
8. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $500.00 fine
9. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
10. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
11. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 65 mph zone: DISMISSED
12. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
13. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
14. Reckless driving, 106 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
15. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
16. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
17. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
18. Reckless driving where police officer testified that client’s vehicle crossed lanes of traffic and had vehicle almost cut in half: DISMISSED
19. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
20. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
21. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
22. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $300.00 fine
23. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 30 mph zone: GUILTY OF RECKLESS DRIVING, BUT NO ACTIVE JAIL TIME
24. Reckless driving, 101 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $100.00 fine
25. Reckless driving where client’s vehicle ran off road, flipped over a number of times, hit trees, ultimately hit a house off the road, and where the police office believed client drove his vehicle over 90 mph: DISMISSED
26. Reckless driving, client driving a motorcycle at a high rate of speed on the interstate with sudden lane change and driving between vehicles: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
27. Reckless driving, 98 mph in a 60 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
28. Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
29. Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
30. Reckless driving, 96 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
31. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
32. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
33. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
34. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
35. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
36. Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 FINE
37. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
38. Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
39. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
40. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
41. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
42. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
43. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
44. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
45. Reckless driving 87 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
46. Reckless driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
47. Reckless driving, 86 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
48. Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
49. Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
50. Reckless driving 83 mph in a 30 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
51. Reckless driving 82 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
52. Reckless driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
53. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
54. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
55. Reckless driving 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
56. Reckless driving, 79 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
57. Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
58. Reckless driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
59. Reckless driving, 72 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
60. Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 35 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
61. Reckless driving, 60 mph in a 30 mph zone: DISMISSED
62. Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 30 mph zone: DISMISSED
63. Reckless driving, 50 mph in a 25 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
64. Reckless driving:  DISMISSED
65. Reckless driving:  DISMISSED
66. Reckless driving in York County:  DISMISSED
67. Reckless driving in Norfolk: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, 19 MILES OVER THE SPEED LIMIT
68. Reckless Driving in Norfolk: DISMISSED
69. Reckless Driving in Chesapeake: DISMISSED
70. Reckless Driving in Norfolk: DISMISSED

WHAT SOME CLIENTS SAY ABOUT ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III

• “I am not a current client of Mr. Montagna, however I can say that he is not only a great lawyer, but a great person. He spent a lot of time with me discussing my reckless driving case and was patient in answering my questions, giving his opinion and advice and even giving me additional tips to help with my case. He definitely went above and beyond and I would recommend him to anyone looking for representation.”
• “If I could give 6 stars I would! Mr. Montagna was the attorney we needed for the traffic violation! Our case was dismissed in under a minute and I thank God and Mr. Montagna for representing us!”
• “Excellent attorney, best in the area hands down. Very professional, thorough and always accessible. Follow his instructions for the best possible outcome.”
• “Honestly , Mr. Montagna treats like you are his family the way he cares, he takes care of his people , I was doing triple digit speed on a 60 and lord I thought it was over for me in that courtroom , he’s a genius because I literally got away with no time .. he’s that man!”
• “Thanks to Mr. Anthony Montagna and his team for getting my case dismissed today. I really appreciate it”
• “I had a reckless driving case today doing 95 in a 60 and added with unsafe lane change. He helped me walk out with a $100 fine before court costs. I highly recommend Mr. Montagna to be your lawyer and I highly recommend you do the stuff he requests you do to. It’ll help you out a lot. I would hire him again in a heart beat. Thank you Mr. Anthony Montagna for helping me with my reckless driving case”
• “Anthony Montagna is absolutely one of the best if not THE BEST lawyer for reckless driving, I chose him because he had great reviews and when we sat down and talked he showed me all that I needed to get done and showed that he cared. He is very concise and aggressive and represents you in the best way possible. I had a reckless driving ticket from going 92/65 and he got it dropped to a defective equipment violation. He represented me in the very best way possible and was very quick and informative about the whole process. I wish I could give more stars, if you have a reckless driving charge, this is the guy.”
• “Mr. Montagna represented me today and achieved the best possible outcome….dismissal of charges! My case was Reckless Driving (91 in a 65) along I-64. As a military service member and VA non-resident, I was unaware of the seriousness of a RD charge (class I misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 yr in jail and $2500 fine). Following charges I consulted with 4 different lawyers and decided to go with Anthony because of his approach during our consult. He emphasized the seriousness of the charge, made no guarantees regarding an outcome, and described to me in detail what our defense strategy should be on the day in court. He outlined a series of tasks I should complete prior to the court appearance that would give me the best possible chance at a favorable outcome. I quickly related with his candor and demeanor, and felt early in our consult the comfort in a lawyer that I was looking for. I followed his recommendations to the detail and went well above the community service hours he initially recommended (when it comes to community service, clearly more is better)! Mr. Montagna and his staff were extremely responsive whenever I had questions! I think I appreciated that part the most because this entire situation proved rather stressful considering I had absolutely no experience with the judicial system before this experience. His performance in court was just as impressive! He presented my defense with calm and poise. He guided me through a line of questioning before the Judge that displayed that I both took the charges seriously and worked hard to atone. The experience overall was rather humbling, and I appreciate greatly Anthony’s representation throughout!! If you find yourself in a bind, you’d do well to give Mr. Montagna a call!”
• “Anthony Montagna was a huge help, He took his time and spoke personally with me on my case and he got me the best results on my case. I highly recommend!!”

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