Client was charged with the criminal offense of Reckless Driving (98/55) in Northampton County (Eastville), VA. A conviction of Reckless Driving in Virginia can have consequences such as a permanent conviction of a class 1 misdemeanor, active and suspended jail time for a maximum of 12 months, a suspension of your driver’s license for a maximum of 6 months, a maximum fine of $2500, demerit points on your driving record, and increased auto-insurance rates. If anyone is convicted at this speed, judges will strongly consider imposing an active jail sentence. Mr. Huff presented mitigating evidence to the judge and was able to avoid an active jail sentence for our client.