Reckless Driving

• How will a reckless endangerment charge affect my driving privileges?

  Reckless Endangerment and Your Driving Record Depending on the circumstances and the state in which...

• Is it possible to get a DUI charge reduced to reckless driving?

  Yes, sometimes a drunk driving charge can be lowered to a reckless driving offense - or even dismissed. The chances of either happening, of course, depend on the exact situation, which includes your ...

• My DWI defense attorney mentioned a wet reckless charge, what does that mean?

  A wet reckless charge refers to reckless driving while under the influence of alcohol. It's similar to DUI or DWI, but with far less consequences. Most DWI defense attorneys employ wet reckless while...

• How long does a DUI stay on my driving record?

  DUIs and Driving Records A DUI stands for “driving under the influence” of drugs or al... Driving while intoxicated (DWI) Hhit and run Reckless driving Accidents Moving violations ...

• How do I prove to the court I went to traffic school and completed a driving education course?

  The process ultimately depends on your state – and, possibly even on your individual court – but most states accept a certificate of completion from the driving education or traffic school...

• How long does a hit and run stay on my driving record?

  ...ually a hit and run will remain on your driving record for up to 10 years from the violation date. Driving Records Each state’s Department of Motor Vehicles maintains driving records for all ...

• Does my driving record matter if my job doesn't require driving?

  Driving Records Matter Your driving record may still matter even if your job doesn’t require driving. Many employers are screening driving records in the interview process in order to help bui...

• What information is available from my driving record when someone conducts a background check?

  Driving records vary from state to state, yet driving records commonly contain all pertinent information related to your driving history, including moving violations, motor vehicle accident history, ...

• How many points result in a penalty under my state's driving points system?

  Different traffic tickets are assigned different point values in various states, and accumulating too many points within a certain time frame can result in your driver’s license getting suspend...

• Effects of Drunk Driving

  Drunk driving carries many ramifications. If you're arrested and convicted of DUI or DWI you'll face the following possible consequences: Steep financial penalties. Besides mandatory fines, you...

• How can I see what's on my driving record?

  Accessing Driving Records Every individual has the right to access their driving record from any state that maintains such a record. To do so, you can contact your state’s Department of Motor...

• How old do you have to be to take defensive driving courses?

  ...nt and you were found at fault Passed a school bus Highway racing Running a red light Reckless driving Excessive speeding tickets If you receive a traffic ticket for a non-cri...

• How long does a DWI stay on my driving record?

  How Long It Stays DWI stands for “driving while intoxicated.” A driver charged with a DWI is subject to imprisonment and/or heavy fines. It varies by state, but usually a DWI will rema...

• Is accessing somebody’s driving record without permission a crime?

  ...gainst the law. However, it would probably qualify as a civil matter and not a criminal offense. Driving records are public records and are by definition not private. What that means is essentiall...

• Can car insurance companies see my driving record?

  Yes. Car insurance companies can gain access to the driving record of any person applying for coverage. The car insurance companies can identify a person’s driving record either through approac...

• What states keep driving record information the longest?

  State Variance in Driving Records Although there is some variance by state in terms of how long information stays on your driving record, the statutes of limitations in each state is pretty cons...

• How important is a driving record in getting a job?

  Importance of Driving Record A driving record is very important in getting a job that requires driving. But even for other non-driving related jobs, a driving record may be considered very important...

• Will a DMV driving record check have info on a suspended license?

  A driving record, or what is also known as a driving abstract, contains your complete driving history. This includes traffic tickets, accidents, restrictions and, yes, suspended licenses. Each state...

• Can an employer see my driving record from another state?

  What Your Employer Sees Your employer can see your driving record from another state if they order your driving record from that state. In addition, states share information with each other, so any ...

• Is it fair not to hire someone because of their driving record?

  ...ave led to some states adopting restrictions on when employers can even access driving records. Driving Records and the Law An increasing number of employers are using driving records in standard...