Baton Rouge Reckless Driving Attorney

To be convicted on reckless driving charges in the state of Louisiana, it must be proven that you operated a vehicle with disregard to the safety of other people and their property. The prosecution is not required to prove intent, but it does need to prove that you were aware of and disregarded your unsafe behavior while driving.

With help from me, a skilled Louisiana traffic violations lawyer, you can avoid the many penalties that come with a conviction of reckless driving. Call me at 225.767.7778 for a free consultation.

What Is Reckless Driving?

There are certain types of traffic violations that are considered reckless driving. A speeding ticket will not always fall under the category of reckless driving. However, it can be considered reckless depending on the area where you were speeding — a school zone or on a narrow residential street, for example. Reckless driving is any type of driving that places other people and property at risk. It can include drunk driving, although the person will face a DWI charge rather than a reckless driving charge.

Penalties of Reckless Driving

Reckless driving is a misdemeanor offense that can result in:

• Fines
• Jail time
• Community service
• Driver's license suspension
• Criminal record

As your Baton Rouge reckless driving attorney, I strive to obtain the most favorable outcome given the specific circumstances of the charges. For example, I can work to negotiate a plea bargain or have the charge reduced to a minor traffic infraction.

Since 1991, I have been protecting the rights of drivers facing the serious consequences of a reckless driving conviction. My goal is to keep you out of jail and help you maintain your driving privileges.

I also represent truck drivers and others with a commercial driver's license (CDL) who have been cited with reckless driving.

Contact a Louisiana Traffic Violations Attorney

To discuss your case and your defense options in a free and completely confidential consultation, please call my office at 225.767.7778 or contact me online.

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