Reckless Driving Archives - NJ Traffic Ticket Attorneys

Why Should You Consult A Reckless Driving Lawyer In New Jersey?

Reckless driving is a serious offense that can have significant consequences in New Jersey. If you have been accused of reckless driving, it is crucial to understand the importance of seeking legal representation. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why consulting a reckless driving lawyer is essential and how they can help protect your rights and navigate the legal process effectively. What Is Reckless Driving In New Jersey? Reckless driving is defined as the operation of a motor vehicle with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of others. It involves engaging in reckless behavior that poses a substantial risk to people or property on the road. According to the specific statute in New Jersey, N.J.S.A. 39:4-96: Reckless driving refers to operating a vehicle without regard for the safety or rights of others. It involves driving heedlessly and willfully or wantonly disregarding the safety of others. Reckless [...]

Why Should You Consult A Reckless Driving Lawyer In New Jersey?jmarshall2023-09-07T21:27:26-04:00

Five (5) Point Reckless Driving Ticket and Accident Amended to Zero (0) Point Violation

Defendant Charged With Reckless Driving for Fault in an Accident has Ticket Significantly Reduced Often times, those individuals who are at fault in a "fender-bender" or "t-bone"type of accident will be charged with Careless Driving, under N.J.S.A. 39:4-97, or Reckless Driving, under N.J.S.A. 39:4-96. For our purposes, this blog will focus on Reckless Driving laws in New Jersey. Specifically, how our firm was able to help defend an individual charged with Reckless Driving, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:4-96, based on a rear-end accident in which he was "at-fault." Through discovery motions and judicial conferencing, I was able to obtain a negotiated plea whereby our client would avoid the five (5) point assessment for reckless driving, avoid any license suspension, obtain a civil reservation to seal the records against any civil litigation, and only pay a minimal $50 fine. Are you charged with Reckless Driving or were you at fault in a [...]

Five (5) Point Reckless Driving Ticket and Accident Amended to Zero (0) Point ViolationWilliam Fay IV2015-10-15T15:06:40-04:00

5-Point Reckless Driving Ticket Reduced to 0-Points

Reckless Driving Ticket NJ New Jersey, like any other state, has a variety of statutes that prohibit certain types of unsafe driving. One of the most serious of these is Reckless Driving. A Reckless Driving offense carries up to sixty (60) days in jail, a $200 fine, ninety (90) day loss of license, and a Motor Vehicle Commission imposed 5 points on your license. Altogether these penalties seem severe, as the should. However, you also face additional financial obligations as your insurance carrier will likely increase your monthly premium or, depending on you record, drop you from the insurance policy altogether. The best way to avoid these penalties and hardships would be to consult with an attorney about how you can avoid the pitfalls of a Reckless Driving charge. The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall is a full-service criminal and traffic defense law firm. We offer our clients the [...]

5-Point Reckless Driving Ticket Reduced to 0-PointsWilliam Fay IV2015-05-01T16:17:55-04:00

Reckless Driving Ticket Dismissed for Middlesex County Commuter

Today, I resolved a traffic ticket matter for a Middlesex County commuter charged with Reckless Driving by having the charge dismissed completely. The client ended up owing the court nothing in terms of fines or penalties, and did not have any violation added to the client's driver's abstract. Reckless Driving is a 5-point ticket in New Jersey, and can also carry with it a license suspension, and in some cases even jail time. Most commonly, clients who are charged with Reckless Driving are also charged with additional violations for Speeding 20-30 miles per hour or more over the limit, and any speeding cases where the clocked speed was greater than 100mph. In transient Middlesex County towns like New Brunswick, South Brunswick, Edison and Woodbridge, the major highways (i.e. U.S. Route 1, U.S. Route 9, Garden State Parkway, and N.J. Turnpike) create many temptations to drive fast in "willful or wanton disregard for [...]

Reckless Driving Ticket Dismissed for Middlesex County CommuterWilliam Fay IV2014-01-02T14:50:17-05:00