Reckless driving in New Jersey

Your driving is said to be reckless when you are engaged in any other activity that distract your mind while driving. For example, talking on phone, eating, playing with kids at the back seat. And this is a serious offense in United States. 

Causes of Reckless Driving

Along with the causes explained above, there are many other causes because of which you can get a traffic ticket issued, including:

• Operating a vehicle with faulty brakes 
• Having bulky objects on the roof of vehicle 
• Passing vehicle on the curves of the road 
• High speed

 If you have been given a ticket for reckless driving in New Jersey you should consult an experienced traffic lawyer immediately. Let's take a look at what reckless driving charges involve and the defences that might be available for you.

First of all you should know that this is considered to be a criminal offense and your penalties will be harsh. In most states there will be:

• A large fine 
• A possible jail time. 

     Apart from a fine or jail time, there is a possibility that your license will be suspended for up to 6 months. In addition to this, a conviction of this type will be on your DMV record for several years. If the officer who has charged you feels that you have endangered life or property in any way, the charge may be different.

There are a number of factors that can be argued before a judge. This might reduce or sometimes even dismiss the reckless driving charge. The things that your lawyer will look at are how good your driving record is and many more factors that can be used to defend you.

Charge is enormous, punishments are brutal but, an experienced lawyer can represent your adverse points as advantageous ones. To hire such an attorney, you can contact Stabile Law Firm! We have over 50 years of combined experience in dealing traffic cases. The best point in our firm is not just expertise but expertise in NJ traffic cases. Contact now!