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St. Petersburg Reckless Driving Defense Attorney

Facing Reckless Driving Charges in Florida? Dial (888) 863-7415

In Florida, you could be arrested for reckless driving regardless of whether or not you were drinking.

Under Florida law, reckless driving is when a person:

  • Drives in willful or wanton disregard of other people or property
  • Attempting to flee from a police officer in a vehicle is assumed to be reckless driving

Willfulness includes intentionally knowing you might be putting others in danger, while wantonness means you were indifferent to the consequences.

Contact us today for your free consultation from our St. Petersburg reckless driving defense lawyer!

Penalties for Reckless Driving in Florida

Conviction of reckless driving can result in serious consequences; however, the punishment will depend on the nature of the crime. If it is your first offense, with no bodily injury or property damage, it will be considered a 2nd-degree misdemeanor. This sentence would require a penalty of up to 90 days in jail or 6 months of probation and a $500 fine. However, if this is your second charge, you could face up to 6 months in jail and a $1,000 fine.

If your driving led to bodily injury or property damage, the punishment would be harsher. A 1st-degree misdemeanor will get you up to 1 year in jail or 12 months of probation with a $1,000 fine. You would be sentenced with this charge if you caused no serious injury and/or property damage. Serious bodily harm, however, would lead to a 3rd-degree felony, which could get you 5 years in prison, 5 years of probation and a $5,000 fine.

Punishment for reckless driving is serious but not as much as getting charged with a DUI. Discuss with your attorney whether or not you could reduce your DUI charge to reckless driving.

Why Choose Our St. Petersburg Reckless Driving Defense Team?

At The Law Office of Timothy Hessinger, our team of skilled attorneys have extensive experience in defending clients facing reckless driving charges. We understand the potential consequences and impact that a reckless driving conviction can have on your life, including hefty fines, points on your license, and even jail time. Our St. Petersburg reckless driving lawyer is dedicated to providing aggressive and strategic defense to protect your rights and minimize the impact of these charges.

When you choose our law firm, you can expect:

  • Thorough review of the circumstances surrounding your reckless driving charge
  • Strategic defense tailored to your specific situation
  • Negotiation with prosecutors to seek reduced charges or penalties
  • Representation in court to fight for the best possible outcome
  • Guidance and support throughout the legal process

Don't face reckless driving charges alone. Contact The Law Office of Timothy Hessinger for experienced and dedicated defense representation.

Take Action: Avoid Lengthy Sentences & High Fines

If you're facing a DUI or a reckless driving charge, don't wait. Contact our experienced St. Petersburg DUI attorney, Timothy Hessinger. He has defended hundreds of people in criminal defense cases, and, as a former prosecutor, he knows how the opposition thinks.

Contact us at (888) 863-7415 or fill out our online form for your free case consultation.

Our Settlements & Verdicts

Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.

  • All charges dropped. 2 Counts Battery
  • Reduced to 3 Counts. Wh/Adj 3 years probation. 5 Counts Possession of Child Pornography
  • Reduced to 2 counts. Wh/Adj and probation. 9 Counts - Possession of Child Pornography.
  • Not Guilty after Jury Trial Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
  • All charges Dropped. Aggravated Assault With Motor Vehicle
  • Reduced to Felony Battery, dismissed, sealed. Aggravated Battery

    Why Choose The Law Office of Timothy Hessinger?

    • 15 years experience in the State Attorney's office
    • Confidential, complimentary initial consultations
    • Accepting calls and cases 24 hours a day
    • Exclusively devoted to criminal defense
    • Tried Over 140 Jury Trials
    • Impressive track record of charge reductions, acquittals, and dismissals

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