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Reckless Driving Failure To Yield Right Of Way AGGRESSIVE & INNOVATIVE DEFENSE STRATEGIES

Failure to Yield Right of way in Virginia

§ 46.2-864. Reckless driving on parking lots, etc

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, patrons, or employees; or

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

Virginia Reckless Driving Things to Remember

  • Reckless Driving is a Class 1 Misdemeanor
  • Reckless Driving is punishable by up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine not to exceed $2,500.00.
  • Reckless Driving is a six (6) point offense
  • Reckless Driving stays on a driving record for 11 years.
  • Reckless Driving on a criminal record remains for the rest of you life.
  • You can perform MITIGATION EFFORTS prior to court in an effort to minimize the charge or the punishment. Click here.

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