What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Virginia
I received a reckless driving ticket for going 83 in a 60 zone on the highway. I'm 21 and have a clean driving record and have never had any trouble with the law. I understand that I was speeding and what I did was wrong, but trying to figure out what to do next. Should I get a lawyer? I've read online that reckless driving is a class 1 misdemeanor and fines could be up to a $2,500 fine and a year in prison. I've also read that 1st time offenders, with no history with the courts and driving under 90 mph can often times get just a $200-300 fine. Has anyone been in a similar situation, or know someone that was? Can/would a lawyer be able to do anything in my situation? Any chance they might be able to get the charge lowered or reduced more so than my going to court and being honest that I screwed up and have learned my lesson?
I received a reckless driving ticket for going 83 in a 60 zone on the highway. I'm 21 and have a clean driving record and have never had any trouble with the law. I understand that I was speeding and what I did was wrong, but trying to figure out what to do next. Should I get a lawyer? I've read online that reckless driving is a class 1 misdemeanor and fines could be up to a $2,500 fine and a year in prison. I've also read that 1st time offenders, with no history with the courts and driving under 90 mph can often times get just a $200-300 fine. Has anyone been in a similar situation, or know someone that was? Can/would a lawyer be able to do anything in my situation? Any chance they might be able to get the charge lowered or reduced more so than my going to court and being honest that I screwed up and have learned my lesson?