Top Rated Covington VA Reckless Driving Lawyer • 1500+ Client Reviews
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established law firm. Our lawyers specialize in reckless driving defense. We represent clients before the Covington General District Court. Our attorneys have over 60 years of collective reckless driving law experience. We are a “Best Law Firm” according to U.S. News & World Report. Our lawyers are routinely recognized by various legal organizations for superior legal ability and high ethical standards. We have positively reviewed more than any other law firm that defends Covington VA reckless driving cases. CAUTION: A Covington VA reckless driving conviction will on average increase the automobile insurance premium by 73% or $1,046 EACH YEAR, according to Insurance.com
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Experienced Reckless Driving Defense Attorneys Covington VA
Reckless driving in Virginia is strictly enforced. Reckless driving is a criminal misdemeanor offense. The most enforced reckless driving law in Covington VA is the excessive speed law pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-862. This law criminalizes speeding 20 mph over the posted limit or driving faster than 85 mph. The City of Covington VA is along the I-64 corridor. Covington law enforcement aggressively patrol Interstate 64 and state highways in Covington VA. Our reckless driving lawyers can help you secure the best outcome. Let us review your case.
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Our trial lawyers are dedicated to defending reckless driving allegations. We are leaders in this practice area with a deep bench of experience from lecturing other lawyers about the status of the law at Virginia Trial Lawyers Association conventions to being a former Virginia State Trooper. You can benefit from our experience. An experienced Covington VA Reckless Driving Attorney can present your best defense before the Covington General District Court. We know how to best protect our clients.
Virginia Summons Reckless Driving Ticket Issued by Covington Police
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Covington Police, Deputy Sheriff’s or State Troopers during a reckless driving traffic stop. Motorists often refer to this document as a ticket. The summons serves as legal notice for the alleged reckless driving violation. Signing the summons is not an admission of guilt. The summons advises you that a hearing will be at the Covington General District Court on a particular date and time. The hearing will either be an arraignment or a trial depending on the case. Allow our top rated Covington VA reckless driving lawyers to review your summons. We can develop a defense strategy even if you think you are guilty.
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Super Lawyers is a lawyer rating service of outstanding attorneys from 70 plus practice areas including reckless driving law who have attained the highest degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This legal organization recognizes the top lawyers nationwide across a variety of practice areas and firm sizes using a patented process of independent research and peer input. Our Covington VA reckless driving lawyers have been recognized by this publication since 2009. No more than five percent of the lawyers are named to this list and no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list. This recognition is merit based. Retain a top rated Covington reckless driving attorney who has been recognized with this award.
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Some drivers think they do not need a lawyer for their Covington VA reckless driving case. The biggest issue is usually experience. Keep in mind that there can be a lot riding on the case because reckless driving is a criminal misdemeanor that carries harsh penalties. Our top rated Covington VA reckless driving lawyers know the best tactics for obtaining good results. Our attorneys spend a significant amount of time in the Covington General District Court every day and are familiar with the habits of the of the different judges and the law enforcement officers who issue reckless driving tickets. This local knowledge is invaluable when determining how to best defend a reckless driving case.
Penalties for VA Reckless Driving Convictions
- Maximum 12 months in jail
- Maximum $2,500 fine
- Loss of driving privileges
- Moving violation demerit points
- Increased automobile insurance rates
- Community service
- Driver improvement programs
- Possible employment problems
Covington Legal Elite Reckless Driving Lawyer by Virginia Business
Virginia Business is dedicated to covering the legal community in Covington VA. Since 2000, in cooperation with the Bar Association, the top reckless driving attorneys are recognized with the Legal Elite award. There are over 23,000 legal practitioners in the Commonwealth. Legal Elite recognitions are awarded to approximately 1400 attorneys each year. This is an exclusive list of top rated lawyers who have been recognized by their peers for excellence. Only outstanding and experienced professionals are recognized for being Legal Elite. A practitioner cannot purchase their way in to being recognized as a member of the Legal Elite community. Let a Legal Elite Covington VA reckless driving attorney review your case.
Reckless Driving Fail to Move Over Stationary Covington Emergency Vehicle
Va. Code 46.2-861.1 requires drivers to “move over” to an adjacent lane when passing an emergency stationary vehicle stopped on the shoulder of the Covington highway with emergency lights activated under certain traffic conditions. A violation can be considered reckless driving if a stationary emergency vehicle is in involved, which is a criminal misdemeanor. If you have been accused of violating this reckless driving law then it would be in your best interests to consult an accomplished top rated local Covington VA reckless driving attorney before appearing in the Covington General District Court. We know how to successfully defend these types of cases. You may have a valid defense and not realize it.
Covington Reckless Driving DISMISSED
Reckless Driving DISMISSED
Our lawyers represented a client who was charged with reckless driving for driving too fast. In this case, we developed defenses to the police RADAR device used to calculate speed. A plea of not guilty was entered. We were able to effectively cross examine the police officer who operated the RADAR in this case and made the reckless driving allegation. We exposed the fact that the RADAR used in this particular case was not tested for accuracy with properly calibrated tuning forks, which is required by Va. Code 46.2-882. The Judge granted our motion to dismiss the case.
Covington Reckless Driving 90+ mph NOT GUILTY
Our attorneys in Covington defended a college student who was charged with Reckless Driving for driving in excess of 90 miles per hour on Interstate 64. There are over 30 colleges and universities along the I-64 & I-81 corridor. At least half of all Virginia college students and their families use the I-64 & I-81 corridors. We presented compelling evidence and arguments to persuade the Covington General District Court to take the case under advisement and to eventually find our client NOT GUILTY.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Covington VA Reckless Driving Charges
Drivers charged with reckless driving in Covington often have questions about whether the charge is criminal, whether court is required, what penalties may apply, and whether the case can be reduced. The answers depend on the speed alleged, driving behavior, prior record, officer evidence, and court requirements.
Is reckless driving a criminal charge in Covington VA?
Yes. Reckless driving is a criminal misdemeanor in Virginia, not a simple traffic infraction. A conviction may result in a criminal record, fines, court costs, demerit points, license suspension, increased insurance costs, and possible jail depending on the facts of the case.
Do I have to go to court for reckless driving in Covington VA?
Many reckless driving charges require a court appearance. Whether appearance by counsel is possible depends on the charge, speed alleged, court requirements, and facts of the case. You should review the summons carefully and speak with an attorney before assuming you do not need to appear.
Can reckless driving on I-64 near Covington be serious?
Yes. Reckless driving charges arising from I-64 traffic stops can be serious, especially when the allegation involves high speed, aggressive driving, an accident, or other aggravating facts. Virginia reckless driving is a misdemeanor offense and may carry consequences beyond a fine.
Can a Covington reckless driving charge be reduced?
Some reckless driving charges may be reduced to a lesser traffic offense depending on the facts, speed alleged, driving record, calibration evidence, officer testimony, mitigation, and applicable law. No result can be guaranteed. A reckless driving attorney can evaluate whether reduction options or legal defenses may apply.
What evidence matters in a Covington reckless driving case?
Important evidence may include the summons, speed alleged, radar or lidar calibration, speedometer calibration, officer observations, accident evidence, dash camera or body camera video, witness statements, driving record, and any facts that may support mitigation or a legal defense.
Should out-of-state drivers hire a lawyer for reckless driving in Covington VA?
Out-of-state drivers should take Virginia reckless driving charges seriously because a conviction may affect their criminal record, home-state driving record, insurance, and driving privileges. An attorney can review the charge, explain court appearance issues, and evaluate possible defense or reduction options.
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9/2/2021 | Updated 5/16/2026