Reckless Driving – ORS 811.140
Reckless Driving is one of the most common DUII related charges and presents a substantial problem for DUII defendants attempting to enter Diversion.
DUII defendants with extremely high blood alcohol content (BAC) or those involved in accidents causing injury to persons or property are routinely charged with Reckless Driving.
Oregon law provides that a person commits the crime of reckless driving if the person recklessly drives a vehicle on a highway or any premises open to the public in a manner that endangers the safety of persons or property.
A DUII defendant acts recklessly if that person is aware of and “consciously disregards a substantial and unjustifiable risk.”
Reckless Driving is a Class A Misdemeanor with maximum penalties of one year in jail and a $6,250 fine. A conviction can result in a suspension of your driver’s license and the requirement of Restitution for any damages you cause.
Paul F. Sherman has been successful in getting Reckless Driving Charges dismissed for many of our clients. Contact Us for a Reckless Driving consultation.
