Reckless Driving Lawyer in Larkspur and Castle Rock:
C.R.S. 42-4-1401
Any time a person drives in a way that indicates a wanton or willful disregard for the safety of people or property in Larkspur, they will be cited for Reckless Driving, C.R.S. 42-4-1401. Reckless Driving differs from Careless Driving in that it is charged when someone disregards the safety of property, people and roads. A Reckless Driving conviction can result in Douglas County Jail time and 8 points to your license. Be sure and contact a Castle Rock traffic ticket lawyer from Sawyer Legal Group as soon as possible if you are facing charges of Reckless Driving.
Reckless Driving – C.R.S. 42-4-1401:
(1) A person who drives a motor vehicle, bicycle, electrical assisted bicycle, or low-power scooter in such a manner as to indicate either a wanton or a willful disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving. A person convicted of reckless driving of a bicycle or electrical assisted bicycle shall not be subject to the provisions of section 42-2-127.(2) Any person who violates any provision of this section commits a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense. Upon a second or subsequent conviction, such person shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty dollars nor more than one thousand dollars, or by imprisonment in the county jail for notless than ten days nor more than six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Penalty for Reckless Driving in Douglas County
In Douglas County and throughout Colorado, Reckless Driving is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense (the same as Careless Driving). Besides having points taken from your license, the minimum penalty is 10 days in jail and/or a $150 fine, with a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and/or a $300 fine.
If your are charged with a second or subsequent offense, the penalties will increase, with fines between $50 and $1,000, and/or jail time increasing in range from 10 days to 6 months.
Reckless Driving of a Bicycle or Electrical Assisted Bicycle in Parker, CO
“A person convicted of reckless driving of a bicycle or electrical assisted bicycle shall not be subject to the provisions of section 42-2-127” (C.R.S. 42-4-1401). Section 42-2-127 outlines the amount of points that can be deducted from one’s drivers license depending on the traffic offense committed. With a ticket for driving a bicycle in a reckless manner, you do not have to worry about any points being taken off of your license, or your license being suspended or denied.
What is the difference between Reckless Driving and Careless Driving in Castle Rock?
While Careless Driving is defined as driving in a careless and imprudent (not showing care for the consequences; rash) manner, without due regard for the width, grade, curves, corners, traffic, and use of the streets and highways and all other attendant circumstances, Reckless Driving is defined as driving with a wanton or a willful disregard for the safety of persons or property. Careless Driving is also a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense, with a repeat offense adding additional fines and/or jail time.
Charged with Reckless Driving in Douglas County?
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If you are facing Reckless Driving, or any other traffic offense, in Douglas County, contact the experienced criminal defense lawyers at Sawyer Legal Group today at 303-265-1950. Together, we can protect your future.