HIGHLY SKILLED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS
Anthony Montagna, III is a highly skilled reckless driving lawyer with 31+ years of experience winning cases
ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III
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RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALIST WITH 31+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
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MANY CLIENTS CHARGED WITH RECKLESS DRIVING WITH SPEEDS OVER 100 MPH
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ESTIMATED OVER 4,OOO RECKLESS DRIVING CASES DEFENDED
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YOUR “GO TO LAWYER” FOR SERIOUS RECKLESS DRIVING CASES
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TOUGH, TRUSTWORTHY, AND SKILLED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER
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PRACTICING LAW SINCE 1993
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OVER ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY (180) FIVE STAR GOOGLE REVIEWS
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PROVIDING UNMATCHED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AS A NORFOLK RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER
MONTAGNA’S TRAFFIC DEFENSE LAW TEAM
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OVER 100+ YEARS OF COMBINED LEGAL EXPERIENCE AT THE FIRM
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A CLIENT FIRST LAW FIRM
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3 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS IN NORFOLK, NEWPORT NEWS, AND VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
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RECKLESS DRIVING TEAM WHO THINK OUTSIDE OF THE BOX

FREE CONSULTATION WITH A HIGHLY SKILLED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER
Have you been accused of reckless driving in Norfolk, Accomack County, Northampton County, Virginia Beach, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake, Richmond, Emporia or anywhere in Virginia? Because if you have, you should not dismiss the serious effect that this charge can have on your driver’s license and your life. Call Anthony Montagna, III. He is a highly experienced reckless driving lawyer for cases in Virginia. He has handled thousands of Reckless Driving cases throughout Virginia, is a reckless driving defense specialist, and offers a free consultation.

ALTHOUGH EACH CASE IS DIFFERENT AND RESULTS IN ONE CASE DO NOT GUARANTEE THE SAME RESULTS IN A DIFFERENT CASE, SOME OF ANTHONY’S IMPRESSIVE RECKLESS DRIVING COURT RESULTS IN VIRGINIA ARE THE FOLLOWING:
- Reckless driving, 131 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $150.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 118 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 116 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $250.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, Racing: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, passing an emergency vehicle: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $500.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $350.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $500.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 65 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 106 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving where police officer testified that client’s vehicle crossed lanes of traffic and had vehicle almost cut in half: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $300.00 fine
- Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 30 mph zone: GUILTY OF RECKLESS DRIVING, BUT NO ACTIVE JAIL TIME
- Reckless driving, 101 mph in a 55 mph zone in Norfolk: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $100.00 fine
- Reckless driving where client’s vehicle ran off road, flipped over a number of times, hit trees, ultimately hit a house off the road, and where the police office believed client drove his vehicle over 90 mph: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, client driving a motorcycle at a high rate of speed on the interstate with sudden lane change and driving between vehicles: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 98 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving, 96 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 FINE
- Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 91 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 90 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 90 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
- Reckless driving 87 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
- Reckless driving, 86 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving, 85 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 82 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 79 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone, REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 72 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 35 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
- Reckless driving, 60 mph in a 30 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 30 mph zone: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving, 50 mph in a 25 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
- Reckless driving: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving in York County: DISMISSED
- Reckless driving in Norfolk: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, 19 MILES OVER THE SPEED LIMIT
- Reckless Driving in Norfolk: DISMISSED
- Reckless Driving in Chesapeake: DISMISSED
- Reckless Driving in Norfolk: DISMISSED

WHAT SOME CLIENTS SAY ABOUT ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III
- “I am not a current client of Mr. Montagna, however I can say that he is not only a great lawyer, but a great person. He spent a lot of time with me discussing my reckless driving case and was patient in answering my questions, giving his opinion and advice and even giving me additional tips to help with my case. He definitely went above and beyond and I would recommend him to anyone looking for representation.”
- “If I could give 6 stars I would! Mr. Montagna was the attorney we needed for the traffic violation! Our case was dismissed in under a minute and I thank God and Mr. Montagna for representing us!”
- “Excellent attorney, best in the area hands down. Very professional, thorough and always accessible. Follow his instructions for the best possible outcome.”
- “Honestly , Mr. Montagna treats like you are his family the way he cares, he takes care of his people , I was doing triple digit speed on a 60 and lord I thought it was over for me in that courtroom , he’s a genius because I literally got away with no time .. he’s that man!”
- “Thanks to Mr. Anthony Montagna and his team for getting my case dismissed today. I really appreciate it”
- “I had a reckless driving case today doing 95 in a 60 and added with unsafe lane change. He helped me walk out with a $100 fine before court costs. I highly recommend Mr. Montagna to be your lawyer and I highly recommend you do the stuff he requests you do to. It’ll help you out a lot. I would hire him again in a heart beat. Thank you Mr. Anthony Montagna for helping me with my reckless driving case”
- “Anthony Montagna is absolutely one of the best if not THE BEST lawyer for reckless driving, I chose him because he had great reviews and when we sat down and talked he showed me all that I needed to get done and showed that he cared. He is very concise and aggressive and represents you in the best way possible. I had a reckless driving ticket from going 92/65 and he got it dropped to a defective equipment violation. He represented me in the very best way possible and was very quick and informative about the whole process. I wish I could give more stars, if you have a reckless driving charge, this is the guy.”
- “Mr. Montagna represented me today and achieved the best possible outcome….dismissal of charges! My case was Reckless Driving (91 in a 65) along I-64. As a military service member and VA non-resident, I was unaware of the seriousness of a RD charge (class I misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 yr in jail and $2500 fine). Following charges I consulted with 4 different lawyers and decided to go with Anthony because of his approach during our consult. He emphasized the seriousness of the charge, made no guarantees regarding an outcome, and described to me in detail what our defense strategy should be on the day in court. He outlined a series of tasks I should complete prior to the court appearance that would give me the best possible chance at a favorable outcome. I quickly related with his candor and demeanor, and felt early in our consult the comfort in a lawyer that I was looking for. I followed his recommendations to the detail and went well above the community service hours he initially recommended (when it comes to community service, clearly more is better)! Mr. Montagna and his staff were extremely responsive whenever I had questions! I think I appreciated that part the most because this entire situation proved rather stressful considering I had absolutely no experience with the judicial system before this experience. His performance in court was just as impressive! He presented my defense with calm and poise. He guided me through a line of questioning before the Judge that displayed that I both took the charges seriously and worked hard to atone. The experience overall was rather humbling, and I appreciate greatly Anthony’s representation throughout!! If you find yourself in a bind, you’d do well to give Mr. Montagna a call!”
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“Anthony Montagna was a huge help, He took his time and spoke personally with me on my case and he got me the best results on my case. I highly recommend!!”

ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III SPECIALIZES IN RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSES IN VIRGINIA
Anthony Montagna, III, is a highly experienced reckless driving lawyer. He is a reckless driving defense expert in Virginia with 31 years of experience.
Anthony is familiar with the federal and state courts in Virginia. He knows how to obtain great court results in court.

NO CASE IS TOO SIMPLE OR TOO COMPLEX FOR YOUR “GO TO RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER”
Anthony and the lawyers at the firm know that it is important to fight for your clients in criminal and traffic matters. Accordingly, no case is too complex or too simple. Furthermore, when you may go to jail for a reckless driving charge in Virginia, call Anthony Montagna, III. He is the top reckless driving lawyer at his firm. Our phone number is 757-625-3500, and help is only a phone call away.
With Anthony L. Montagna, III, you can be confident that you have a highly experienced reckless driving lawyer on your side. In fact, Anthony will fight to protect you and your family. He knows that every case is important to you.
COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS LOOKING FOR A HIGHLY SKILLED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER
“With over 31 years of experience, I know each reckless driving case is different, and I provide personalized attention for each reckless driving client,” says Anthony. “I am committed to providing my reckless driving clients with zealous and skillful representation. I know that my client’s reckless driving case is a serious concern. I always treat every client like I would want my family treated by colleagues. I am here to guide you through the complexities of your case. I want to provide you simple, straightforward answers to your reckless driving questions.”
HIGHLY RATED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYER
When you go to court, it is important to have a highly recommended and rated attorney reckless driving lawyer, like Anthony. Anthony has received countless 5 star GOOGLE and FINDLAW reviews.

BIO OF ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III
Anthony was born on August 19, 1968 at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina. After several months, Anthony and his family moved to Norfolk, Virginia. Also, Norfolk was his father’s home town.
Anthony graduated from Norfolk Academy in 1986. Upon graduation, Anthony attended and graduated from the University of Richmond. Anthony received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.
At the University of Richmond, Anthony was awarded Intermediate Honors. Also, he was a proud member of the the Dean’s List. After graduating from the University of Richmond, Anthony attended and graduated from The University of Akron School of Law. Anthony graduated from law school in in 1993. Furthermore, after graduating from law school, Anthony joined his father as a partner at Montagna & Montagna, P.C.
In his free time, Anthony enjoys travelling, reading, watching and playing sports, and spending time with his family. In particular, he enjoys spending time with his daughter, Phoebe. She is 21 and attends Hollins University.
BAR ADMISSIONS:
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
- United States Bankruptcy Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit
- Virginia Supreme Court
- United States Supreme Court
EDUCATION
1993 University of Akron School of Law, Akron, OH, J.D.
1990 University of Richmond, Richmond, VA, B.A., Major: Economics, Intermediate Honors, Dean’s List
FORMER PARTNER AT MONTAGNA & MONTAGNA, P.C.
As a partner at Montagna & Montagna, P.C., Anthony assisted individuals in many fields of law. Over the years, Anthony has handled bankruptcy, debt collection, and worker’s compensation. Additionally, he has handled DUI and traffic, security clearance, criminal, and corporation cases.
SON OF A CAPTAIN, USNR
Anthony was the son of an attorney who served his country proudly. Likewise, Anthony’s father served on active duty and in the reserves in the United States Navy Jag Corps. Because of his father, Anthony has the necessary experience and knowledge to ensure you get the results that you want. Anthony has practiced law for over 31 years. He is well known for his knowledge of the law and familiarity with the judges as a reckless driving lawyer.
WE ARE RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE SPECIALISTS AND HIGHLY SKILLED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS WHO THINK OUTSIDE OF THE BOX
Anthony and his traffic defense law team strive to answer all questions and to provide regular updates. We return all phone calls. If you want attorneys who will think outside of the box, make your case a priority and work hard for you, Anthony and his traffic defense law firm are the attorneys for you.
A+ RATED BY THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU
Anthony Montagna, III, is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau. Many of our clients, who are seeking a Virginia Reckless Driving Lawyer, are locals, union workers, students, vacationers, and military men and women. Our fees are reasonable. We offer military, student, union, and senior discounts.
When you need a highly experienced reckless driving lawyer who has compassion for cases in Virginia, contact Anthony Montagna, III. He is a proven winner. Anthony will utilize his 31+ years of experience in thinking “outside of the box” to achieve the most favorable disposition for you.
COSTS OF A RECKLESS DRIVING CHARGE IN VIRGINIA:
- ATTORNEY FEES
- DRIVER IMPROVEMENT CLASS FEES
- POSSIBLE NEGATIVE IMPACT ON SECURITY CLEARANCE
- NEGATIVE IMPACT ON PROFESSIONAL LICENSE
- TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
- LOSS OF LIFE
- SERIOUS INJURY
- COURT FINES
- INCARCERATION COSTS
- COURT COSTS
- BAIL BONDSMAN COSTS (USUALLY 10% OF BOND)
- INSURANCE PREMIUM INCREASES
- CAR TOWING FEES
- CRIMINAL CONVICTION STIGMA
- ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION COSTS WITH A LICENSE SUSPENSION
AS VIRGINIA RECKLESS DRIVING DEFENSE LAWYERS, WE KNOW HOW TO CHALLENGE RADAR, LIDAR, AND PACING BY THE POLICE
Anthony Montagna, III is familiar with LIDAR (Laser), RADAR and pacing by the police when our client is charged with Reckless Driving in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Northampton County, Accomack County, Suffolk, Newport News, Hampton, or any where in Virginia. Anthony always suggests reviewing the calibrations for the speed monitoring device.
Pursuant to state law, the calibrations must occur within 6 months of the Reckless Driving or Speeding charge. If the officer fails to have the calibrations with him, the Reckless Driving or Speeding charge can be dismissed.
WHAT IS PACING?
Pacing generally occurs when the police officer travels behind your vehicle at a steady speed. The officer should maintain a constant speed for a set distance. Additionally, the officer uses his speedometer to compare it to the defendant’s speed.
In most jurisdictions in Virginia, the judges generally require at least a .2 mile pacing distance. If the officer is accelerating, decelerating, and/or not looking at his speedometer the whole time, an attorney may attack the credibility of the pacing testimony.

WHAT IS RADAR?
RADAR is an acronym for Radio Detection and Ranging. RADAR allows the police to measure the speed of your moving vehicle.
Usually, the law enforcement office will determine your speed by emitting a microwave from an antenna. When the antenna emits the microwave, the microwave will reflect off your vehicle. Thereafter, the microwave will return to the RADAR unit, and your speed will be displayed for the law enforcement officer to see.
If the officer was using mobile RADAR, his vehicle was either travelling in the same direction as your vehicle or in the opposite direction of your vehicle. If the officer was using stationary RADAR, his vehicle was parked.
POSSIBLE ERRORS WITH RADAR:
- Antenna position
- Look past
- Cosine
- Double bounce
- Beam reflection
- Road sign
- Radio interference
- Fan Interference

WHAT IS LIDAR?
LIDAR is an an acronym for Light Detection and Ranging. LIDAR measures your vehicle speed by using light energy by a LASER device. LASER is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission Radiation. Law enforcement know that LIDAR is designed for stationary use only. Because LIDAR can only be used for stationary operations, the police know that LIDAR should not be used from moving vehicles.
For LIDAR, an officer selects a single target. The officer will use his LIDAR device by aiming at a reflective spot on your vehicle. Frequently, the officer will aim for your license plate or your headlight.
After aiming the device, the officer will press the trigger on his device. The officer will receive a speed-reading almost immediately.
FACTORS AFFECTING LIDAR:
- Radio frequency
- Light devices
- Electrical lines
- Windshield
- Weather
- Low voltage
- Sweep effect used by officer
- Cosine LIDAR jammer
MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LIDAR AND RADAR:
While LIDAR and RADAR are both forms of electromagnetic radiation, there are difference. LIDAR and RADAR have different frequencies and wavelength. Additionally, RADAR can be used by the police from moving and stationary vehicles, but LIDAR is only designed for stationary us
SPEED KILLS
Anthony Montagna, III knows that high speeds on the roadways while operating a vehicle lead to deaths and serious injuries. We would urge you to drive responsibly and not speed. The Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles provides startling statistics:
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2022 VIRGINIA TRAFFIC CRASH FACTS AS DETERMINED BY VIRGINIA DMV
Fatalities by Driver Action
Driver Action Drivers
% of Total
Improper Lane Change 8 1.2%
Avoiding Other Vehicle 2 0.3%
Avoiding Pedestrian 0 0.0%
Failure to Yield 32 4.7%
Following Too Close 7 1.0%
Hit and Run 0 0.0%
Illegal or Improper Parking 1 0.2%
Improper Backing 0 0.0%
Improper Passing 5 0.7%
Improper Turn 1 0.2%
Left of Center – Not Passing 32 4.7%
Lights Not On 2 0.3%
Ran Traffic Control 20 2.9%
Speed Too Fast 78 11.4%
Other 376 54.9%
No Improper Action 119 17.4%
Not Provided/Not Applicable 2 0.3%
Total 685
Virginia Speed-Related Crashes
Summary
Speed-Related Crashes 24,877 (20.3% of all traffic crashes)
Fatal Crashes 407
Injury Crashes 8,201
Property Damage Crashes 16,269
Speed-Related Persons Killed 441 (43.9% of all traffic fatalities)
Drivers Killed 322
Passengers Killed 83
Pedestrians Killed 36
Speed-Related Persons Injured 13,051 (22.0% of all traffic injuries)
Drivers Injured 10,224
Passengers Injured 2,734
Pedestrians Injured 93
Speed-Related Persons Seriously Injured 2,395 (33.6% of all traffic serious injuries)
Drivers Seriously Injured 1,823
Passengers Seriously Injured 517
Pedestrians Seriously Injured 55
If you are unfortunately charged with reckless driving because of a high speed or the operation of your vehicle, please know that help is only a phone call away. Anthony Montagna, III is ready to provide to you the help you need.
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THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS:
Norfolk, VA:
425 Monticello Avenue, Suite A,
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-625-3500
Newport News, VA:
4302 Huntington Avenue, Suite A,
Newport News, VA 23607
757-625-3500 or 757-622-8173
Virginia Beach, VA:
One Columbus Center, Ste. 600, PMB 025
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-625-3500 or 757-622-8056
A+ RATED BY THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU
Anthony Montagna has been providing excellent legal representation for over 31 years. In fact, when you hire Anthony, you can be confident that your case will be his top priority. Most importantly, you will also have the comfort of knowing that your lawyer is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.
JURISDICTIONS WE SERVE AS HIGHLY SKILLED RECKLESS DRIVING LAWYERS:
- NORFOLK
- NEWPORT NEWS
- HAMPTON
- VIRGINIA BEACH
- CHESAPEAKE
- SUFFOLK
- NEW KENT COUNTY
- WILLIAMSBURG/JAMES CITY COUNTY
- YORK COUNTY
- ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY
- SOUTHAMPTON COUNTY
- ACCOMACK COUNTY
- NORTHAMPTON COUNTY
- PORTSMOUTH
- RICHMOND
- HENRICO COUNTY
- NORTHERN VIRGINIA
- WESTERN VIRGINIA
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RECKLESS DRIVING CODE SECTIONS IN VIRGINIA
I. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-852
Irrespective of the maximum speeds permitted by law, any person who drives a vehicle on any highway recklessly or at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person shall be guilty of reckless driving.
II. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-853
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a vehicle which is not under proper control or which has inadequate or improperly adjusted brakes on any highway in the Commonwealth.
III. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-854
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who, while driving a vehicle, overtakes and passes another vehicle proceeding in the same direction, on or approaching the crest of a grade or on or approaching a curve in the highway, where the driver’s view along the highway is obstructed, except where the overtaking vehicle is being operated on a highway having two or more designated lanes of roadway for each direction of travel or on a designated one-way roadway or highway.
IV. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-855
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a vehicle when it is so loaded, or when there are in the front seat such number of persons, as to obstruct the view of the driver to the front or sides of the vehicle or to interfere with the driver’s control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle.
V. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-856
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who passes or attempts to pass two other vehicles abreast, moving in the same direction, except on highways having separate roadways of three or more lanes for each direction of travel, or on designated one-way streets or highways. This section shall not apply, however, to a motor vehicle passing two other vehicles when one or both of such other vehicles is a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped; nor shall this section apply to a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped passing two other vehicles.
VI. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-857
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives any motor vehicle so as to be abreast of another vehicle in a lane designed for one vehicle, or drives any motor vehicle so as to travel abreast of any other vehicle traveling in a lane designed for one vehicle. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit two two-wheeled motorcycles from traveling abreast while traveling in a lane designated for one vehicle. In addition, this section shall not apply to (i) any validly authorized parade, motorcade, or motorcycle escort; (ii) a motor vehicle traveling in the same lane of traffic as a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped; nor shall it apply to (iii) any vehicle when lawfully overtaking and passing one or more vehicles traveling in the same direction in a separate lane.
VII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-858
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who overtakes or passes any other vehicle proceeding in the same direction at any railroad grade crossing or at any intersection of highways unless such vehicles are being operated on a highway having two or more designated lanes of roadway for each direction of travel or unless such intersection is designated and marked as a passing zone or on a designated one-way street or highway, or while pedestrians are passing or about to pass in front of either of such vehicles, unless permitted so to do by a traffic light or law-enforcement officer.
VIII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-859
A person driving a motor vehicle shall stop such vehicle when approaching, from any direction, any school bus which is stopped on any highway, private road or school driveway for the purpose of taking on or discharging children, the elderly, or mentally or physically handicapped persons, and shall remain stopped until all the persons are clear of the highway, private road or school driveway and the bus is put in motion; any person violating the foregoing is guilty of reckless driving. The driver of a vehicle, however, need not stop when approaching a school bus if the school bus is stopped on the other roadway of a divided highway, on an access road, or on a driveway when the other roadway, access road, or driveway is separated from the roadway on which he is driving by a physical barrier or an unpaved area. The driver of a vehicle also need not stop when approaching a school bus which is loading or discharging passengers from or onto property immediately adjacent to a school if the driver is directed by a law-enforcement officer or other duly authorized uniformed school crossing guard to pass the school bus. This section shall apply to school buses which are equipped with warning devices prescribed in § 46.2-1090 and are painted yellow with the words “School Bus” in black letters at least eight inches high on the front and rear thereof. Only school buses which are painted yellow and equipped with the required lettering and warning devices shall be identified as school buses.
The testimony of the school bus driver, the supervisor of school buses or a law-enforcement officer that the vehicle was yellow, conspicuously marked as a school bus, and equipped with warning devices as prescribed in § 46.2-1090 is prima facie evidence that the vehicle is a school bus.
IX. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-860
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who fails to give adequate and timely signals of intention to turn, partly turn, slow down, or stop, as required by Article 6 (§ 46.2-848 et seq.) of this chapter.
X. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-861
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who exceeds a reasonable speed under the circumstances and traffic conditions existing at the time, regardless of any posted speed limit.
XI. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-862
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives a motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth (i) at a speed of twenty miles per hour or more in excess of the applicable maximum speed limit or (ii) in excess of eighty miles per hour regardless of the applicable maximum speed limit.
XII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-863
A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who fails to bring his vehicle to a stop immediately before entering a highway from a side road when there is traffic approaching on such highway within 500 feet of such point of entrance, unless (i) a “Yield Right-of-Way” sign is posted or (ii) where such sign is posted, fails, upon entering such highway, to yield the right-of-way to the driver of a vehicle approaching on such highway from either direction.
XIII. VA Code Ann. § 46.2-864
A person is guilty of reckless driving who operates any motor vehicle at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person:
1. On any driveway or premises of a church, school, recreational facility, or business or governmental property open to the public; or
2. On the premises of any industrial establishment providing parking space for customers,
3. On any highway under construction or not yet open to the public.
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