Reckless driving license suspension

Suspension of license or issuance of a restricted license on conviction of reckless or aggressive driving; probationary conditions required; generally.

Additionally, any person convicted of a reckless driving offense which the court has reason to believe is alcohol-related or drug-related may be required as a condition of probation or otherwise to enter into and successfully complete an alcohol safety action program. If a person so convicted has not obtained the license required by this chapter, or is a nonresident, the court may direct in the judgment of conviction that he shall not, for a period of not less than 10 days or more than six months as may be prescribed in the judgment, drive any motor vehicle in the Commonwealth.

The court or the clerk of court shall transmit the license to the Commissioner along with the report of the conviction required to be sent to the Department. The court shall also provide a copy of its order to the person who may operate a motor vehicle on the order until receipt from the Commissioner of a restricted license. A copy of such order and, after receipt thereof, the restricted license shall be carried at all times while operating a motor vehicle.

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RCW If the information on this translated website is unclear, please contact us at Reckless driving Why was my license suspended? How long will my license be suspended? Can I get a restricted license? As long as you don't have any other suspensions that would prevent us from issuing you one, you may get an Occupational Restricted License ORL.

If your reckless driving conviction was on or after August 1, and reduced from a drug or alcohol related offense , you may get an Ignition Interlock License IIL. Can I contest or appeal this? What do I need to do to get my license back? Points on your driving record. Will vary according to your state. A conviction usually carries the maximum number of demerit points.

For more information, review the DMV points system in your state. Increase in your insurance premium. Premiums can raise over twice the amount you would see with a common speeding violation. Loss of a job. A concern for individuals required to drive as part of their occupation.

Denial of security clearance. Can be an issue with military service members or for other government jobs. If you commit a second or subsequent offense, punishments will become more severe.

Basic eligibility will depend upon your state, but you generally may be able to attend traffic school if: You possess a valid driver's license that has not been suspended or revoked. You were not driving with a commercial driver's license CDL. You commit a moving violation that does not result in a misdemeanor or felony charge.

Common violations that result in traffic school ineligibility include: Excessive speeding. Reckless driving resulting in injury or property damage. Hit and run accidents.