Reckless Driving Lawyers Accomack County VA

WERE YOU STOPPED ON ROUTE 13 IN ACCOMAC, ONANCOCK, PARKSLEY, ONLEY OR SOMEWHERE ELSE IN ACCOMACK COUNTY, VIRGINIA?  ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ELITE REPRESENTATION? IF YES, CONTACT ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III AND HIS TRAFFIC DEFENSE LAW FIRM.

ATTORNEY ANTHONY L. MONTAGNA, III

• WINNING RECKLESS DRIVING CASES SINCE 1993
• RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALIST
• ESTIMATED 4,000+ RECKLESS DRIVING CASES HANDLED
• FAMILIAR WITH JUDGE VINCENT AND JUDGE ROBBINS, THE TWO PRESIDING JUDGES IN THE ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA GENERAL DISTRICT COURT
• PROVIDING UNMATCHED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AS AN ACCOMACK COUNTY RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER
• TRUSTED, EXPERIENCED, AND DEDICATED
• MILITARY, UNION, TEACHER, RETIRED, AND FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNTS
• MANY CLIENTS CHARGED WITH RECKLESS DRIVING WITH SPEEDS OVER 110 MPH
• ELITE REPRESENTATION BEGINS WITH US
• QUOTED AND CONSULTED BY REPORTERS WITH THE VIRGINIAN PILOT
• FOLLOW THIS LINK TO SEE SOME OF MY GOOGLE REVIEWS

MONTAGNA’S ACCOMACK COUNTY TRAFFIC DEFENSE LAW FIRM

• 757-625-3500, 757-622-8173, or 757-622-8056
• PROVIDING UNMATCHED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AS ACCOMACK COUNTY RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS
• OVER 125 YEARS OF COMBINED LEGAL EXPERIENCE AT MONTAGNA LAW
• OFFICES IN NORFOLK, NEWPORT NEWS, AND VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
• WE TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY WHEN WE DEFEND YOUR RECKLESS DRIVING CHARGE
• A CLIENT FIRST LAW FIRM

UNMATCHED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS FOR CASES IN ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA

Anthony Montagna, III, and lawyers at Anthony’s  Traffic Defense Law Firm are highly skilled Reckless Driving Lawyers  who are available for traffic cases in Accomack County, VA.  As a practicing Accomack County reckless driving lawyer, who is familiar with the federal and state courts, Anthony Montagna, III knows how to obtain great results in court. Anthony has estimated that he has handled over 4,000 reckless driving cases during his 31 years of practicing law.

Although Accomack County is a very pleasant county in Virginia, the speed limits are strictly enforced by the police.  Furthermore, the Court’s dockets on Tuesdays and Wednesdays are filled with individuals with charges of reckless driving.

Judge Vincent and Judge Robbins on Tuesdays and Wednesdays preside over countless numbers of individuals, who have been charged with reckless driving. Do not take a reckless driving charge lightly.  With reckless driving, an individual generally faces up to 12 months in jail, a $2,500 fine, a license suspension in VA for up to 6 months, and 6 DMV points.

When you go to court in Accomack County for a reckless driving, you need to understand that it requires the use of common sense, and it is important to hire a lawyer who practices in Accomack County, VA and who is familiar with the judges.  Anthony and the lawyers at Montagna Law know that it is important to fight for your clients in criminal and traffic matters.

No case is too complex or too simple.  When you may go to jail for a reckless driving charge in Accomack County, Virginia, call the highly skilled Accomack County reckless driving lawyers at 757-625-3500, 757-622-8056, or 757-622-8173.

HIGHLY RATED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER FOR CASES IN ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA

When you go to court, it is important to have a highly recommended and rated attorney, like Anthony.  Anthony has received over 170  5 star GOOGLE and FINDLAW reviews.  Additionally, Anthony is A+ rated by the BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU.

SOME OF OUR 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, Accomack County, 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, 116 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 fine
3. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $250.00 fine
4. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
5. Reckless driving, Racing:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
6. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $500.00 fine
7. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
8. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 65 mph zone: DISMISSED
9. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
10. Reckless driving, 106 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
11. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
12. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
13. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
14. Reckless driving where police officer testified that client’s vehicle crossed lanes of traffic and had vehicle almost cut in half: DISMISSED
15. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
16. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
17. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $300.00 fine
18. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
19. Reckless driving, 101 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $100.00 fine
20. Reckless driving, 101 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
21. 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
22. Reckless driving, 98 mph in a 60 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
23. Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
24. Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
25. Reckless driving, 96 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
26. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
27. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
28. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
29. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
30. Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
31. Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 FINE
32. Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 70 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
33. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
34. Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
35. Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
36. Reckless driving, 91 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
37. Reckless driving, 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
38. Reckless driving, 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
39. Reckless driving, 90 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
40. Reckless driving, rear end collision involving 3 cars: DISMISSED
41. Reckless driving, 90 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
42. Reckless driving, 89 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
43. Reckless driving, 86 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
44. Reckless driving, 85 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
45. Reckless driving, 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
46. Reckless driving, 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
47. Reckless driving, 82 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
48. Reckless driving, 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
49. Reckless driving, 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
50. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
51. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
52. Reckless driving 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
53. Reckless driving, 79 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
54. Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
55. Reckless driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
56. Reckless driving, 72 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
57. Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 35 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
58. Reckless driving, 50 mph in a 25 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
59. Reckless driving, client driving above 80 mph, tailgating, and switching lanes abruptly: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
60. Reckless driving, client driving above 90 mph on a motorcycle, driving between lanes with vehicles, and driving in a dangerous manner: 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.”
• “Thanks to Mr. Anthony Montagna and his team for getting my case dismissed today. I really appreciate it”
• “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.”
• “Mr. Montagna represented me in a traffic violation case. He made me very comfortable in his ability to make sure the truth was heard and have an outcome that represented what actually happened in the accident. Mr. Montagna’s confidence is clearly known from day one. He goes into court with a positive attitude which keeps his clients at ease. I highly recommend Mr. Anthony Montagna if you need representation when dealing with a traffic ticket.”
• “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!”
• “Fantastic experience. Mr.  Montagna was transparent throughout the entire process & answered all my questions with confidence and positivity. He was professional start to finish & is a man of his word. Couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome.
• “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!!”
• “I made the decision to have Anthony Montagna represent me in a Reckless Driving charge, and I learned it was the best decision i could’ve made in my situation. From the beginning he was very clear with the possibilities and what I need to do personally to better my chances in court. I did what he told me to do and when court came around, he was very confident and well versed in court proceedings and ended up leaving with a reduction to speeding! I’m very happy with my result and his representation. I would recommend him to anybody facing a charge and not knowing where to start!”
•  “I went to see Mr. Montagna about representing me in a court case. After the meeting, I knew I had made the right choice for a lawyer. I won my case thanks to his professionalism and knowledge of the law.”
•  “don’t know how he does it, but this man is a monster in the courtroom. I’ll admit I had fears of the outcome of my case, but when I was with Mr. Montagna in front of a judge. My confidence started to raise. Extremely professional and how he handles himself in the courtroom made me feel bad for the other attorneys who were in court. I honestly can’t say any of them can compare when it comes to traffic court.
  If you are going to traffic court and you want someone who gives you confidence in what your verdict will be. You shouldn’t look any further.
  For those who do take him up as your attorney I highly recommend completing his tasks. Some might be hard in during this pandemic, but the more you do here. The further it goes in court.
  Reckless driving, 95 in a 65, reduced to improper driving.”
• “I had the opportunity to meet Anthony Montagna III recently. He was courteous, kind, and professional.
  As soon as the case started his client was put at ease because Attorney Montagna was in full control. His expertise was exceptional and the outcome could not have been better. Thank you”

THE “GO TO” ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS

Anthony and his trial team at the firm know that it is important to fight for your clients in criminal and traffic matters.  No case is too complex or too simple.  When you may go to jail for a reckless driving charge in Accomack County, VA, call the “Go To Accomack County, VA Reckless Driving Lawyers” at  Anthony’s Traffic Defense Law Firm at 757-625-3500.

Anthony is an Accomack County, VA reckless driving defense specialist who has defended an estimated number of between 4,ooo and 4,500 reckless driving cases across VA. Anthony will use his knowledge of the law and smooth courtroom delivery to get you the best disposition in court,

When you need an experienced and compassionate lawyer in Accomack County, VA for a reckless driving, DUI or any traffic violation, rely on your common sense in selecting an attorney. Successful Accomack County reckless driving lawyers have experience, drive, compassion, and knowledge.  When you hire Anthony Montagna, III, you will hire an attorney who has represented civilian and military personnel for over 31 years.

BIO OF ATTORNEY ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III:

• Anthony was born on August 19, 1968 at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina.
• After several months, Anthony and his family moved to Norfolk, Virginia, his father’s home town.
• Anthony graduated from Norfolk Academy in 1986.
• After graduation, Anthony attended and graduated from the University of Richmond with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. At the University of Richmond, Anthony was awarded Intermediate Honors and was a proud member of the the Dean’s List.
• After graduating from the University of Richmond, Anthony attended and graduated from The University of Akron School of Law in 1993.
•  Upon graduating from law school, Anthony joined his father as a partner at Montagna & Montagna, P.C.
• In his free time, Anthony enjoys travelling, reading, watching and playing sports, and spending time with his family.  He particularly enjoys spending time with his daughter, Phoebe, who is 19 and attends Hollins University.

SON OF A CAPTAIN, USNR

As the son of an attorney who served his country proudly on active duty and in the reserves in the United States Navy Jag Corps, Anthony has the necessary experience and knowledge to help you get a more desirable result. He has practiced law since 1993 and is well known for his knowledge of the law and familiarity with the judges in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and all of Hampton Roads.

COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS:

“Practicing law since 1993, I know each case is different, and I provide personalized attention for each reckless driving client in Accomack County, VA,” says Anthony. “I am committed to providing my Accomack County, VA clients with zealous and skillful representation. I know that my client’s case is a serious concern, and I treat every client like I would want my family treated. I am here to guide you through the complexities of your Accomack County, VA reckless driving case and to provide you simple, straightforward answers to your questions.”

AS RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALISTS, WE KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RADAR AND LIDAR FOR RECKLESS DRIVING CASES IN ACCOMACK COUNTY, VA

MICROWAVE RADAR TECHNOLOGY

What is RADAR? It is an acronym for Radio Detection and Ranging Technologies.  When a police officer operates RADAR, he is using a device that emits a continuous wave that is unmodulated , and it registers reflections or “echoes” from vehicles that are moving.  When a vehicle travels, reflections occur that are frequency shifted.  Faster cars have greater frequency shifts.

Moving RADAR is more involved than stationary RADAR. Generally, the frequency reflection of the  target is shifted by the relative speed of the target vehicle and the moving RADAR.  To determine the target vehicle’s relative speed,  you add the target vehicle’s and police officer’s vehicle’s speeds that are being operated in opposite directions on the roadway or when the target vehicle and patrol car are being operated in the same direction, you determine the difference between the speed of the target vehicle and speed of the police car.

PROBLEMS WITH RADAR

1. MOVING RADAR IN POLICE CAR SUDDENLY CHANGES SPEED
2. Radio Frequency Interference
3. Field disturbance Sensors
4. Mechanical Interference
5. Natural Interference
6. Unintentional Forms of Radiation
7. Operator Error
8. Multiple Vehicles in the RADAR Beam

LASER TECHNOLOGY

LASER is an an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emissions of Radiation.  LADAR’s, Laser Detection and Ranging, and LIDAR’s, Light Detection and Ranging, are different types of laser technology.  To measure the target range, the laser device transmits pulsed laser light.  Additionally, the laser device must be stationary.  A minimum of two pulses from the laser device must occur  with at least two range measurements to determine speed.  The change in target range equals the speed of the target vehicle.

PROBLEMS WITH LASER

1. Accuracy
2. Shooting the Laser through Glass
3. Target Acceleration or Deceleration
4. Conditions in the Atmosphere
5. Variations in Range
6. Operational Error

HOW TO CHALLENGE RADAR AND LASER RESULTS

1. Hire an experienced lawyer familiar with LASER and RADAR technology
2. Hire an expert witness
3. Vigorously cross examine the police officer

SPEED KILLS

Anthony Montagna, III knows that high speeds on the roadways while operating a vehicle lead to deaths and serious injuries.  We at Montagna’s  Traffic Defense Law Firm would urge you to drive responsibly and not speed.   The Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles provides startling statistics.

2022 VIRGINIA TRAFFIC CRASH FACTS AS DETERMINED BY VIRGINIA DMV

Fatalities by Driver Action
Driver Action Drivers
% of Total
Improper Lane Change 8 1.2%
Avoiding Other Vehicle 2 0.3%
Avoiding Pedestrian 0 0.0%
Failure to Yield 32 4.7%
Following Too Close 7 1.0%
Hit and Run 0 0.0%
Illegal or Improper Parking 1 0.2%
Improper Backing 0 0.0%
Improper Passing 5 0.7%
Improper Turn 1 0.2%
Left of Center – Not Passing 32 4.7%
Lights Not On 2 0.3%
Ran Traffic Control 20 2.9%
Speed Too Fast 78 11.4%
Other 376 54.9%
No Improper Action 119 17.4%
Not Provided/Not Applicable 2 0.3%
Total 685

Virginia Speed-Related Crashes
Summary
Speed-Related Crashes 24,877 (20.3% of all traffic crashes)
Fatal Crashes 407
Injury Crashes 8,201
Property Damage Crashes 16,269
Speed-Related Persons Killed 441 (43.9% of all traffic fatalities)
Drivers Killed 322
Passengers Killed 83
Pedestrians Killed 36
Speed-Related Persons Injured 13,051 (22.0% of all traffic injuries)
Drivers Injured 10,224
Passengers Injured 2,734
Pedestrians Injured 93
Speed-Related Persons Seriously Injured 2,395 (33.6% of all traffic serious injuries)
Drivers Seriously Injured 1,823
Passengers Seriously Injured 517
Pedestrians Seriously Injured 55

If you are unfortunately charged with reckless driving because of a high speed, please know that help is only a phone call away.  Anthony Montagna, III is ready to provide to you the help you need.

THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS:

Norfolk, VA:

425 Monticello Avenue, Suite A,
Norfolk, VA 23510

757-625-3500

Newport News, VA:

4302 Huntington Avenue, Suite A,
Newport News, VA 23607

757-622-8173 or 757-625-3500

Virginia Beach, VA:

One Columbus Center, Ste. 600, PMB 025
Virginia Beach, VA 23462

757-622-8056 or 757-625-3500

With Anthony L. Montagna, III, you can be confident that you have an experienced traffic attorney on your side. Anthony will fight to protect you and your family. He knows that every case is important to you, and he will battle for you in court. We have 3 convenient addresses:  4302 Huntington Avenue, Suite A, Newport News, VA 23607 and very close to the ship yard, ONE Columbus Center, Suite 600, PMB 025, Virginia Beach, VA and 425 Monticello Avenue, Suite A, Norfolk, VA in downtown Norfolk.

CONTACT US TODAY: 757-625-3500, 757-622-8056, OR 757-622-8173

Many of our clients are vacationers, students, and individuals travelling for work.  Because we understand that times are tough, we offer reasonable fees and payment plans in many cases.  If you have questions, we have answers,  Call today to talk to Anthony Montagna and to receive important advice.  Anthony will start working on your case immediately.

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WHAT  IS RECKLESS DRIVING?

I. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-852

Irrespective of the maximum speeds permitted by law, any person who drives a vehicle on any highway recklessly or at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person shall be guilty of reckless driving.

 II. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-853

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a vehicle which is not under proper control or which has inadequate or improperly adjusted brakes on any highway in the Commonwealth.

III. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-854

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who, while driving a vehicle, overtakes and passes another vehicle proceeding in the same direction, on or approaching the crest of a grade or on or approaching a curve in the highway, where the driver’s view along the highway is obstructed, except where the overtaking vehicle is being operated on a highway having two or more designated lanes of roadway for each direction of travel or on a designated one-way roadway or highway.

 IV. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-855

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a vehicle when it is so loaded, or when there are in the front seat such number of persons, as to obstruct the view of the driver to the front or sides of the vehicle or to interfere with the driver’s control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle.

V. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-856

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who passes or attempts to pass two other vehicles abreast, moving in the same direction, except on highways having separate roadways of three or more lanes for each direction of travel, or on designated one-way streets or highways. This section shall not apply, however, to a motor vehicle passing two other vehicles when one or both of such other vehicles is a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped; nor shall this section apply to a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped passing two other vehicles.

VI. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-857

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives any motor vehicle so as to be abreast of another vehicle in a lane designed for one vehicle, or drives any motor vehicle so as to travel abreast of any other vehicle traveling in a lane designed for one vehicle. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit two two-wheeled motorcycles from traveling abreast while traveling in a lane designated for one vehicle. In addition, this section shall not apply to (i) any validly authorized parade, motorcade, or motorcycle escort; (ii) a motor vehicle traveling in the same lane of traffic as a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped; nor shall it apply to (iii) any vehicle when lawfully overtaking and passing one or more vehicles traveling in the same direction in a separate lane.

VII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-858

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who overtakes or passes any other vehicle proceeding in the same direction at any railroad grade crossing or at any intersection of highways unless such vehicles are being operated on a highway having two or more designated lanes of roadway for each direction of travel or unless such intersection is designated and marked as a passing zone or on a designated one-way street or highway, or while pedestrians are passing or about to pass in front of either of such vehicles, unless permitted so to do by a traffic light or law-enforcement officer.

VIII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-859

A person driving a motor vehicle shall stop such vehicle when approaching, from any direction, any school bus which is stopped on any highway, private road or school driveway for the purpose of taking on or discharging children, the elderly, or mentally or physically handicapped persons, and shall remain stopped until all the persons are clear of the highway, private road or school driveway and the bus is put in motion; any person violating the foregoing is guilty of reckless driving. The driver of a vehicle, however, need not stop when approaching a school bus if the school bus is stopped on the other roadway of a divided highway, on an access road, or on a driveway when the other roadway, access road, or driveway is separated from the roadway on which he is driving by a physical barrier or an unpaved area. The driver of a vehicle also need not stop when approaching a school bus which is loading or discharging passengers from or onto property immediately adjacent to a school if the driver is directed by a law-enforcement officer or other duly authorized uniformed school crossing guard to pass the school bus. This section shall apply to school buses which are equipped with warning devices prescribed in § 46.2-1090 and are painted yellow with the words “School Bus” in black letters at least eight inches high on the front and rear thereof. Only school buses which are painted yellow and equipped with the required lettering and warning devices shall be identified as school buses.

The testimony of the school bus driver, the supervisor of school buses or a law-enforcement officer that the vehicle was yellow, conspicuously marked as a school bus, and equipped with warning devices as prescribed in § 46.2-1090 is prima facie evidence that the vehicle is a school bus.

IX. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-860

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who fails to give adequate and timely signals of intention to turn, partly turn, slow down, or stop, as required by Article 6 (§ 46.2-848 et seq.) of this chapter.

X. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-861

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who exceeds a reasonable speed under the circumstances and traffic conditions existing at the time, regardless of any posted speed limit.

XI. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-862

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit.

XII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-863

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who fails to bring his vehicle to a stop immediately before entering a highway from a side road when there is traffic approaching on such highway within 500 feet of such point of entrance, unless (i) a “Yield Right-of-Way” sign is posted or (ii) where such sign is posted, fails, upon entering such highway, to yield the right-of-way to the driver of a vehicle approaching on such highway from either direction.

 XIII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-864

A person is guilty of reckless driving who operates any motor vehicle at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person:

1. On any driveway or premises of a church, school, recreational facility, or business or governmental property open to the public; or

2. On the premises of any industrial establishment providing parking space for customers,

3. On any highway under construction or not yet open to the public.

When you are charged with reckless driving, it is important to be aware that you are generally facing a class one misdemeanor, which involves up to 12 months in jail and a $2,500.00 fine.  It is always important to hire a highly skilled and successful lawyer like Anthony Montagna, III.

Anthony routinely obtains great results, when representing an individual charged with reckless driving, speeding, driving on a suspended operator’s license, DUI, or any other traffic offense in Accomack County, Norfolk, Northampton County, Newport News, Virginia Beach or any where in Virginia.  As a regular practicing reckless driving attorney in Accomack County, VA, Anthony has the confidence and skill to negotiate on your behalf and to defend you on a reckless driving charge or any traffic violation.

FIVE RULES TO FOLLOW FOR GREAT RESULTS IN COURT

If you want great results in court, The Five Rules to follow are:

1.  You only get one chance to make a good impression in court, so you should always dress well.

2.  Hire a lawyer with experience and a proven track record.  If you choose an incredibly inexpensive lawyer, you may get what you paid for.

3.  Follow your lawyer’s advice, do what he tells you, and be responsible.

4.  Do not be argumentative with the Court and the prosecutor.  The Judge  has been around the block and knows who is acting rudely.

5.  If you are arrested by the police, understand that you have the right to remain  silent.

If you follow these 5 simple rules, you will be amazed with your level of success in court.  If you have questions about a reckless driving, DUI, suspended license, or a traffic charge in Accomack County, Virginia, call the reckless driving lawyers, Anthony Montagna, III  and his team, at 757-625-3500 and understand that  you have fighters in your corner.