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Reckless Driving

In Florida, Reckless Driving is defined as:

  • Driving a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. Section 316.192 of the Florida Statutes.

Penalties for Reckless Driving:
  • Reckless Driving is a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable by up to 90 days in the county jail & no more than a $500 fine. Section 316.192(2)(a) of the Florida Statutes.
  • If you have previously been convicted of Reckless Driving, any second or subsequent conviction is punishable by up to 6 months in the county jail & a fine of up to $1,000. Section 316.192(2)(b) of the Florida Statutes.
  • If your Reckless Driving causes damage to the property or person of another the crime is enhanced to a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and no more than a $1,000 fine. Section 316.192(3)(c)(1) of the Florida Statutes.
  • If your Reckless Driving causes "serious bodily injury" to another the crime is enhanced to a felony of the third degree, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and no more than a $5,000 fine. Section 316.192(3)(c)(2) of the Florida Statutes.
Impact on Driver's License:
  • A conviction for Reckless driving will result in 4 points against your driver's license.
  • 12 points within 12 months will result in a 30-day suspension of your driver's license.
  • 18 points within 18 months will result in a 3-month suspension of your driver's license.
  • 24 points within 36 months will result in a 1-year suspension of your driver's license.
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  • A conviction for Reckless Driving can have serious consequences including fines, suspension of your driver's license, probation and even jail time.
    If you have been charged with Reckless Driving, call (813) 787-4849 now for a free case consultation.
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