Street Racing Can End Up Putting You In Jail In California – Vehicle Code Section 23109
Street Racing Can End Up Putting You In Jail In California - Vehicle Code Section 23109 Street racing in California is not just a thrilling activity for car enthusiasts; it's a serious offense with severe consequences. Whether it's the rush of adrenaline or the desire to showcase one's driving skills, street racing can lead to hefty fines, imprisonment, and a permanent criminal record. Accused individuals must understand the gravity of…
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5 Defenses to Reckless Driving an Attorney Can Raise for You
5 Defenses to Reckless Driving an Attorney Can Raise for You With as much time as we spend on the road in Southern California, the likelihood of committing a driving offense is much higher. One common way that driving poses the risk of landing you in jail or facing other steep penalties is reckless driving. California Vehicle Code Section 23103 defines reckless driving as driving with willful disregard for the…
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6 Common Road Rage Crimes If you spend enough time driving on California’s roads, it is bound to happen: another driver at some point is going to do something that will make you angry. It could be the man who cuts you off while he is failing miserably at eating his lunch while driving. It could be the woman who sits jabbering away on her phone, completely unaware that the…
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4 Common California Traffic Violations You spend a great amount of time on the road alongside millions of other Southern California drivers. Unfortunately, this means you are at a greater risk for engaging in a road-related crime, intentional or not. Common California traffic violations such as reckless driving, hit and run speed contest and vehicular manslaughter all carry serious consequences under the California Vehicle Code. Helping you understand the rules…
Read MoreWhat Is Reckless Driving in California? – CVC 23103
What Is Reckless Driving in California? – CVC 23103 Under California Vehicle Code section 23103, it is unlawful to drive a vehicle in a manner that shows willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. You can be charged with reckless driving in California for driving recklessly on public roads or parking facilities. Often times, a reckless driving charge is coupled with other crimes stemming from the…
Read MorePunishment for Reckless and Wet Reckless Driving in California (CVC 23103)
Punishment for Reckless and Wet Reckless Driving in California (CVC 23103) California Vehicle Code Section 23103 is reckless driving and is defined as driving a vehicle with “willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.” The offense is a misdemeanor offense and has the potential consequence of jail time for the offender. At issue will be the rate of speed of the vehicle, whether there was any…
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