Reckless Driving Lawyers Northampton County VA

HAVE YOU BEEN STOPPED FOR A RECKLESS DRIVING CHARGE OR A SPEEDING TICKET ON ROUTE 13 IN EXMORE, CAPE CHARLES, EASTVILLE, THE CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE, OR SOMEWHERE ELSE IN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA?  ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALIST? IF YES, CONTACT ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III, YOUR “GO TO NORTHAMPTON COUNTY RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE LAWYER.”

ATTORNEY ANTHONY L. MONTAGNA, III

• HAS HANDLED AN ESTIMATE OF OVER 4,500 RECKLESS DRIVING CASES ACROSS VA

• RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALIST

• WINNING RECKLESS DRIVING CASES SINCE 1993

• HERE TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE COMPLEXITIES OF YOUR RECKLESS DRIVING CASE IN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA AND TO PROVIDE YOU SIMPLE, STRAIGHTFORWARD ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

• PAYMENT PLANS

• FAMILIAR WITH JUDGE VINCENT AND JUDGE ROBBINS, THE TWO PRESIDING JUDGES IN THE NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA GENERAL DISTRICT COURT

• PROVIDING UNMATCHED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AS A NORTHAMPTON COUNTY RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER

• MILITARY, UNION, TEACHER, STUDENT, RETIRED, AND FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNTS

• MANY CLIENTS CHARGED WITH RECKLESS DRIVING WITH SPEEDS OVER 105 MPH

• THREE CONVENIENT OFFICE LOCATIONS IN NORFOLK, NEWPORT NEWS, AND VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

• FOLLOW THIS LINK TO SEE SOME OF MY GOOGLE REVIEWS

MONTAGNA’S  TRAFFIC DEFENSE LAW TEAM

• 757-625-3500 (TO REACH ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III 24 HOURS A DAY), 757-622-8056, or 757-622-8173

• PROVIDING UNMATCHED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AS NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS

• WE UNDERSTAND THAT YOU HAVE A LOT OF ATTORNEYS FROM WHOM TO SELECT, BUT WE RELISH THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE YOU

• OVER 125+ YEARS OF COMBINED LEGAL EXPERIENCE WITH THE LAWYERS AT THE FIRM

• OFFICES IN NORFOLK, NEWPORT NEWS, AND VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

• WE TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY

• WE SPECIALIZE IN RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSES IN EASTVILLE AND ALL OF NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA

• A CLIENT FIRST LAW FIRM

SOME OF  ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III’S GREAT 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 Northampton County, VA and around  the other cities and counties in Virginia.

Some of Anthony’s case results are the following:

1. 1. Anthony has handled an estimate of over 4,500 reckless driving cases, but no case was more satisfying than a reckless driving case that was reduced to improper driving and the client described Anthony as, “Great Lawyer. Fine gentleman.”
   2. Reckless driving, 131 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $150.00 fine
   3. Reckless driving at 125 mph in a 55 mph zone on a motorcycle, reckless driving racing with weaving in and out of traffic at night, no motorcycle endorsement, and obstructed license plate: OBSTRUCTED LICENSE PLATE DISMISSED, NO MOTORCYCLE ENDORSEMENT DISMISSED, GUILTY OF RECKLESS DRIVING WITH A $500 FINE AND 10 DAYS IN JAIL SUSPENDED, AND GUILTY OF RACING WITH $750 FINE, 6 MONTH LICENSE SUSPENSION, AND 10 DAYS IN JAIL SUSPENDED.
   4. Reckless driving, 118 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   5. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $250.00 fine
   6. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   7. Reckless driving, Racing:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   8. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone:  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 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   13. Reckless driving, 106 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   14. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   15. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   16. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   17. Reckless driving where police officer testified that client’s vehicle crossed lanes of traffic and had vehicle almost cut in half: DISMISSED
   18. Reckless driving, 103 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   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 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
   21. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $300.00 fine
   22. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 30 mph zone: GUILTY OF RECKLESS DRIVING, BUT NO ACTIVE JAIL TIME
   23. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
   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 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   31. Reckless driving, 96 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   32. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   33. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   34. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   35. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   36. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
   37. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   38. Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 FINE
   39. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   40. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
   41. Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   42. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   43. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   44. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   45. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   46. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   47. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   48. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   49. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
   50. Reckless driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
   51. Reckless driving, 86 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
   52. Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   53. Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   54. Reckless driving 82 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   55. Reckless driving 82 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   56. Reckless driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   57. Reckless driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   58. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
   59. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
   60. Reckless driving 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   61. Reckless driving, 79 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
   62. Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
   63. Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone, DISMISSED
   64. Reckless driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   65. Reckless driving, 72 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
   66. Reckless driving, 74 mph in a 35 mph zone: DISMISSED
   67. Reckless driving, 74 mph in a 35 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
   68. Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 35 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   69. Reckless driving, 50 mph in a 25 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
   70. Reckless driving, client driving above 80 mph, tailgating, and switching lanes abruptly: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
   71. Reckless driving, client driving above 90 mph on a motorcycle, driving between lanes with vehicles, and driving in a dangerous manner: DISMISSED
   72. Reckless driving, 146 in a 55 mph zone, small fine and ONLY 5 days in jail to serve on weekends
   73. Reckless driving, 141 in a 55 mph zone, small fine and ONLY 5 days in jail to serve on weekends
   74. Reckless driving:  DISMISSED
   75. Reckless driving:  DISMISSED
   76. Reckless driving:  DISMISSED
   77. Reckless driving: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, 19 MILES OVER THE SPEED LIMIT
   78. Reckless Driving: DISMISSED
   79. Reckless Driving: DISMISSED
   80. Reckless Driving: 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!!”

COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS AS A NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER:

“Practicing law since 1993, I know each reckless driving case in Northampton County, VA is different, and I provide personalized attention for each reckless driving client in Northampton County, VA,” says Anthony. “I am committed to providing my clients in Northampton County 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 case and to provide you simple, straightforward answers to your questions.”

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 21 and attends Hollins University.

FIVE STAR NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER

When you go to court, it is important to have a highly recommended and rated attorney, like Anthony.  Anthony has received over ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY (180)  FIVE STAR GOOGLE, AVVO, and FINDLAW reviews.  Additionally, Anthony is A+ rated by the BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU.

WHAT CAN WE DO TO HELP YOU WHEN CHARGED WITH RECKLESS DRIVING IN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA?

When you are charged with reckless driving, you must understand that you generally must appear in the Northampton County General District Court to address your legal situation.  However, generally, if your speed is below 90 mph and if you hire an attorney, the Court may waive your appearance.  This is where our firm can assist you.

Many traffic lawyers who appear in the Northampton County General District Court are hired after sending letters to people charged with either reckless driving or speeding.  At our firm, we will NEVER solicit your business.  People hire Anthony because of his reputation and skill.

When you hire Anthony Montagna, III, a Northampton County, VA reckless driving defense specialist, he will provide you with tasks to complete to offer as mitigating evidence.  Anthony will defend you to the best of his ability. He will also try to get your charge reduced, try to avoid or limit any jail sentence, try to minimize or avoid a suspension of your privilege to drive in Virginia, and try to minimize your fine.  In fact, he will represent and defend you as if he is defending a family member

EXPERT  NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER

Anthony Montagna, III is an expert in reckless driving defenses.  He specializes in handling reckless driving cases in Northampton County, VA.  Most importantly, Anthony will use his knowledge of the law to fight your reckless driving case when charged in  Eastville, Exmore, Cape Charles, or anywhere in Northampton County, VA.

Anthony is familiar with Sate and federal courts. He has handled over 4,000 reckless driving cases and is the “Go to reckless driving expert defense lawyer” for reckless driving cases in Northampton County, VA. 

When charged with Reckless Driving, you should not hire the most inexpensive traffic defense lawyer.  Success, knowledge, and wisdom comes with a price.  As a Northampton County, VA reckless driving lawyer, Anthony Montagna, III knows how to obtain great results in court.

In fact, as a reckless driving defense specialist for  reckless driving cases in Northampton County, VA, Anthony will use his 31 years of experience to zealously defend you in court.

Please do not assume that you should handle your Northampton County, VA reckless driving charge without a lawyer or you should plead guilty.  The effects of the reckless driving conviction can be disastrous.

DISCUSS YOUR CASE WITH ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III BEFORE DECIDING TO PLEAD GUILTY TO RECKLESS DRIVING IN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA

Anthony has “been around the block” more than a few times during his 31 year law career and is a reckless driving defense specialist. Whether he is defending a client driving 146 mph in a 60 mph zone, defending a client driving 104 mph in a 30 mph zone, or defending a client driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone, Anthony can develop a strong strategy for court.

You should not readily accept a jail sentence, a high fine, or a license suspension. Contact Anthony today before deciding if you should plead guilty to reckless driving in Northampton County, VA.

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 Northampton County, VA.

CONTACT US TODAY: 757-625-3500 (to reach Anthony Montagna, III 24 hours a day), 757-622-8173, or 757-622-8056

Many of our clients are vacationers, locals, 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, III and to receive important advice. Anthony will start working on your case immediately.

VIRGINIA DMV FOR INFORMATION

If you are curious as to the VA DMV points system for traffic violations, you may wish to FOLLOW THIS LINK.  At the VA DMV website, individuals can learn how many points are associated with their moving violations.

FIGHTING FOR OUR CLIENTS

When you go to court in Northampton County for a reckless driving charge, you need to understand that it requires the use of common sense. It is important to hire a lawyer who regularly practices in Northampton County, VA and who is familiar with the judges.

Anthony and the lawyers at the firm know that it is important to fight for your clients in criminal and traffic matters.  Furthermore, Anthony has three convenient offices in Norfolk, Newport News, and Virginia Beach, VA.

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

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY AND THE TOWNS WITHIN THE COUNTY GENERATE A LOT OF REVENUE

In a segment on WTKR on December 4, 2023, the investigative reporters researched the high number of speeding tickets in Northampton County, VA.

In particular, it was noted that “the town of Eastville reported in 2022 that the revenue from uniform traffic summons generated $1.3 million.” and “in 2021 that the revenue from uniform traffic summons generated $1.2 million.”

In the same segment on WTKR, it was reported that “state data shows on the Eastern Shore, there is a high percentage of people getting speeding citations who live out of state. ”  However, “Exmore Police Chief Angelo Dimartino said traffic enforcement is needed due to excessive speed on Route 13. He said his department is trying to make the community safer and prevent deaths.”

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

757-625-3500 (to reach Anthony Montagna, III 24 hours a day) or 757-622-8173

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

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

757-625-3500 (to reach Anthony Montagna, III 24 hours a day) or 757-622-8056

SPEED KILLS

Anthony Montagna, III knows that high speeds on the roadways while operating a vehicle lead to deaths and serious injuries.  We 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.

AS RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALISTS, WE KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RADAR AND LIDAR

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

Monday
   10:00 a.m., Civil Returns and Unlawful Detainers
   11:00 a.m., Civil Contested Cases
   1:30 p.m., Contested Civil or Miscellaneous (Scheduled by Judge)
Tuesday
   9:00 a.m., Traffic - State Police
   10:00 a.m., Traffic - Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
   11:00 p.m., Traffic - State Police
     1st - Virginia Park Police
     2nd - Game Wardens
     3rd, 4th - Virginia Marine Police
   1:30 p.m., Traffic - Exmore
Wednesday
   9:00 a.m., Traffic - Northampton County Sheriffs
   10:00 a.m., Traffic - Eastville
   1:30 p.m., 3rd - VASAP, Community Corrections Pre-Trial Services
   1:30 p.m., 1st, 2nd - Contested DUI Cases (Scheduled by attorneys & 
   Clerk)
     3rd, 4th, 5th - Contested Civil or Miscellaneous (Scheduled by 
        Judge)
   Thursday
   9:30 a.m., Arraignments
   10:00 a.m., Misdemeanors
   11:00 a.m., Preliminary Hearings
   1:30 p.m., Contested Civil or Miscellaneous (Scheduled by Judge)
Friday (1st, 4th & 5th)
   9:00 a.m., Contested Civil or Miscellaneous (Scheduled by Judge)
   10:00 a.m., Contested Civil or Miscellaneous (Scheduled by 
   Judge)

MILITARY WELCOME

UNION WORKERS WELCOME

When you need an experienced and compassionate lawyer in Northampton County, VA for a reckless driving, DUI or any traffic violation, rely on your common sense in selecting an attorney. Successful Northampton County, VA 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 since 1993.  He will develop a course of action to get you the best court disposition.

WHAT ARE SOME EXAMPLES OF 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.

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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.

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