Careless or Reckless Driving Defense Lawyer in South Orange, New Jersey
Most people facing traffic violations are good people who have made a mistake in judgment. However, the criminal justice system does not distinguish between good and bad. The prosecution looks at the facts. A reckless driving conviction can result in 5 DMV points, significant fines and loss of your driver's license. If you do not have an attorney to represent your rights, you will likely not get far in explaining yourself to the court.
The South Orange Law Office of James J. Sayegh has experience defending clients, including college students, against accusations of careless driving, reckless driving, speeding infractions, running red lights, DUI and other moving violations.
Defending your rights and protecting your freedom. Call 973-821-4393 or 888-808-2798 or e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your reckless or careless driving case or other traffic violations case with an experienced defense lawyer.
What Is Reckless Driving? What Is Careless Driving?
Reckless driving in New Jersey is defined as driving with "willful or wanton disregard of the rights or safety of others." This encompasses the endangerment of persons and property. Driving at a highly excessive rate of speed in New Jersey can cause you to be charged with reckless driving.
Careless driving results in two points on your license and is defined as a person who drives "carelessly . . . so as to endanger ... a person or property." Often, prosecutors allow defendants to plead down a careless driving ticket to unsafe operation, which does not carry points for first or second time offenders.
The police officer who pulled you over has discretion to charge you with either reckless or careless driving.
The Consequences of a Ticket?
A speeding conviction can result in two, four or five points on your driver's license. A reckless driving conviction will result in five DMV points. Twelve or more points within a two-year time frame means a suspended license.
The Law Office of James J. Sayegh can vigorously defend you against all traffic-related charges. Attorney James J. Sayegh will make the state do its work, meaning that the prosecution must prove that your actions were grossly unsafe. This is a difficult challenge for the state, made all the more difficult by a resourceful and persuasive lawyer.
Free Initial Consultation — Call 973-821-4393 or 888-808-2798 or E-Mail
Attorney James J. Sayegh will go the extra mile for you. Call today to discuss your case in a free initial consultation. Payment plans are accepted. Calls and e-mails are returned promptly.
