How to Fight a Reckless Driving Case

How can you contest a reckless driving charge? Hire a lawyer to attend court on your behalf to try and get the charge reduced or dismissed. There are two strategies: mitigation defense and technical defense.

If mitigation defense (“Yes, I was speeding, but I am looking for leniency”), send the lawyer to court with:

1. Driving record
2. Letters of recommendation
3. Safe driving course certificate
4. Speedometer calibration
5. Community service hours

If technical defense (“Yes, I was driving, but not above 80 mph or in excess of 20 mph above speed limit”), the lawyer will challenge

1. Calibration of officer’s radar gun;
2. Compliance with Virginia State Police standards on traffic patrol;
3. Distance of radar reading;
4. Traffic conditions

Need help fighting a reckless driving charge in Virginia> Call (540) 585-1776 for a free consultation.