WERE YOU STOPPED FOR SPEEDING ON COLISEUM DRIVE, INTERSTATE 64, ARMSTEAD AVENUE, LASALLE AVENUE, MERCURY BOULEVARD OR SOMEWHERE ELSE IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA?  IF YES, CONTACT ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III.

ATTORNEY ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III

• WINNING CASES SINCE 1993

• UNMATCHED LEGAL REPRESENTATION AS A SPEEDING TICKET DEFENSE LAWYER IN HAMPTON, VA

• PROVIDING HONEST AND STRAIGHTFORWARD ADVICE FOR 30+ YEARS

• MILITARY, UNION, RETIRED, TEACHER, FIRST RESPONDER, AND OTHER DISCOUNTS

• I KNOW THAT YOU HAVE A LOT OF LAWYERS FROM WHOM TO SELECT, BUT PLEASE KNOW I VALUE THE OPPORTUNITY TO REPRESENT YOU IN COURT

• MANY CLIENTS CHARGED WITH DRIVING OVER 100 MPH, AND SOME OVER 130 MPH

• FAMILIAR WITH ALL OF THE JUDGES IN THE HAMPTON GENERAL DISTRICT COURT 

• WE OFFER A FREE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR CASE

• FOLLOW THIS LINK TO SEE SOME OF MY GOOGLE REVIEWS

• THOUSANDS OF RECKLESS DRIVING AND SPEEDING CASES HANDLED

• QUOTED AND CONSULTED BY REPORTERS WITH THE VIRGININIAN PILOT

MONTAGNA HAMPTON TRAFFIC LAW

• TRUSTED AND  DEDICATED REPRESENTATION

• A CLIENT FIRST LAW FIRM

• WE  TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY

• WHEN YOU ARE DOWN, WE LIFT YOU UP

SOME OF OUR GREAT RESULTS

Although every case is different, no two cases are the same, and a result in one case does not guarantee the same result in every case or predict the result of a different case, Anthony has obtained great results in Hampton and around Virginia.

Some of Anthony’s case results are the following:

1. Reckless driving, 131 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $150.00 fine
2. Reckless driving, 116 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 fine
3. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $250.00 fine
4. Reckless driving, 112 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
5. Reckless driving, Racing:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
6. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $500.00 fine
7. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, $350.00 fine
8. Reckless driving, 110 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
9. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 65 mph zone: DISMISSED
10. Reckless driving, 107 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
11. Reckless driving, 106 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
12. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
13. Reckless driving, 105 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
14. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
15. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
16. Reckless driving where police officer testified that client’s vehicle crossed lanes of traffic and had vehicle almost cut in half: DISMISSED
17. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
18. Reckless driving, 102 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $500.00 fine
19. Reckless driving, 104 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $300.00 fine
20. Reckless driving, 101 mph in a 55 mph zone:  REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $100.00 fine
21. Reckless driving, 101 mph in a 55 mph zone:  DISMISSED
22. 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
23. Reckless driving, 98 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
24. Reckless driving, 97 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
25. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
26. Reckless driving, 95 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
27. Reckless driving, 94 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
28. Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 FINE
29. Reckless driving, 93 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION WITH $250.00 FINE
30. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
31. Reckless driving, 92 mph in a 65 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
32. Reckless driving 92 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
33. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
34. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
35. Reckless driving 91 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
36. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
37. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
38. Reckless driving 90 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
39. Reckless driving 89 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
40. Reckless driving 89 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
41. Reckless driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone: REDUCED TO DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
42. Reckless driving 85 mph in a 60 mph zone: DISMISSED
43. Reckless driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
44. Reckless driving 83 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
45. Reckless driving 82 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
46. Reckless driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
47. Reckless driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
48. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
49. Reckless driving, 80 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
50. Reckless driving, 79 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
51. Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING
52. Reckless driving, 77 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
53. Speeding 75 mph in a 55 mph zone: DISMISSED
54. Reckless driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION 
55. Reckless driving, 72 mph in a 45 mph zone: DISMISSED
56. Reckless driving, 69 mph in a 45 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
57. Reckless driving, 62 mph in a 35 mph zone: REDUCED TO IMPROPER DRIVING, A TRAFFIC INFRACTION
58. Reckless driving, 57 mph in a 30 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, NINE MILES OVER THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT
59. Reckless driving, 54 mph in a 25 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING, NINE MILES OVER THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT
60. Reckless driving, 50 mph in a 25 mph zone: REDUCED TO SPEEDING

WHAT SOME CLIENTS SAY ABOUT ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III

• “Thanks to Mr. Anthony Montagna and his team for getting my case dismissed today. I really appreciate it”
• “Anthony Montagna and his team really know their stuff! You can put your full trust in this fellow for legal advice— it certainly helped me out. Tell him your story, come to an understanding about what would be most beneficial for you, follow his advice to the letter, and you won’t go wrong.”
• “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.”
• “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!”
• “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!!”
• “I hired Anthony to defend me on a reckless driving charge. I’m from out of state and was shocked to receive such a charge for speeding. Anthony was so supportive throughout the entire process. He managed to get my charge reduced to a speeding ticket. I don’t know what I would’ve done without his guidance. I highly recommend him!”
• “Mr. Montagna was of great help, I highly recommend to anyone who is dealing with traffic tickets or anything of that sort. He does not play any games and makes sure that you have the best result, thank you again Anthony!”
• “I received a reckless driving ticket in Newport News, 70/45, met with Anthony, and was very impressed with the confidence he showed me in his ability to handle my case. I retained Anthony Montagna to handle my case, and he requested that I complete several things…… attend driver improvement and RADEP classes, complete 25hrs community service, obtain speedometer calibration, obtain copy of DMV record. Went to court today and the outcome was better than I had expected……. CASE DISMISSED! Anthony Montagna is definitely the go to attorney for traffic violations.”

HIGHLY RATED HAMPTON, VA  SPEEDING TICKET LAWYER

When you go to court, it is important to have a highly recommended and rated attorney, like Anthony.  Anthony has received 180+ 5 star GOOGLE, AVVO, and FINDLAW reviews.

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

757-625-3500 (to reach Anthony Montagna, III 24 hours a day) or 757-622-8173

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

One Columbus Center, Ste. 600, PMB 025, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

757-625-3500 (to reach Anthony Montagna, III 24 hours a day) or 757-622-8056

EXPERIENCED HAMPTON, VA SPEEDING TICKET LAWYERS

Anthony Montagna, III, and the lawyers at Montagna Traffic Law are experienced Hampton, VA traffic ticket and  Reckless Driving Lawyers.  As a Hampton, VA reckless driving and speeding ticket defense lawyer, who is familiar with the federal and state courts, Anthony Montagna, III knows how to obtain great court results in court.

Although Hampton is a very pleasant city in Virginia, the speed limits are strictly enforced by the police.  Furthermore, the Court’s dockets are filled with individuals with charges of reckless driving and speeding.

The  judges preside over countless numbers of individuals, who have been charged with reckless driving and speeding. Do not take a reckless driving charge lightly.  With reckless driving, an individual generally faces up to 12 months in jail, a $2,500 fine, a license suspension in VA for up to 6 months, and 6 DMV points.

When you go to court in Hampton, VA for a reckless driving or speeding ticket, you need to understand that it requires the use of common sense, and it is important to hire a lawyer who practices in Hampton, VA.  Anthony and the lawyers at Montagna Law know that it is important to fight for your clients in criminal and traffic matters.

No case is too complex or too simple.  When you may go to jail for a reckless driving charge or any traffic violation in Hampton, VA, call the experienced Hampton,  VA reckless driving and speeding ticket lawyers at Montagna Traffic Law.  Our phone numbers are 757-625-3500 (to reach Anthony Montagna III 24 hours a day), 757-622-8056, and 757-622-8173 and help is only a phone call away.

OUR FIRM HAS 150+ YEARS OF COMBINED LEGAL EXPERIENCE

With Anthony L. Montagna, III, you can be confident that you have an experienced, professional traffic defense attorney on your side. In fact, our firm has over 150+ years of combined legal experience. Anthony will fight to protect you and your family, and has been providing honest and straightforward for 30+ years. He knows that every case is important to you, and he will battle for you in court.

BIO OF HAMPTON, VA SPEEDING TICKET LAWYER, 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, his father’s home town.

Anthony graduated from Norfolk Academy in 1986.  After graduation, Anthony attended and graduated from the University of Richmond with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.  At the University of Richmond, Anthony was awarded Intermediate Honors and 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 in 1993. Upon graduating from law school, Anthony joined his father as a partner at Montagna & Montagna, P.C.

FORMER MANAGING 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, worker’s compensation, personal injury, family law, DUI and traffic, security clearance, criminal, and corporation cases.

SON OF A CAPTAIN, USNR

As the son of an attorney who served his country proudly on active duty and in the reserves in the United States Navy Jag Corps, Anthony has the necessary experience and knowledge to ensure you get the results that you want. He has practiced law for over 30 years and is well known for his knowledge of the law and familiarity with the judges in Hampton, VA.

In his free time, Anthony enjoys travelling, reading, watching and playing sports, and spending time with his family.  He particularly enjoys spending time with his daughter, Phoebe, who is 20 and attends Hollins University.

COMMITMENT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AS A NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, VA RECKLESS DRIVING AND SPEEDING TICKET LAWYER

“Practicing law since 1993, I know each case is different, and I provide personalized attention for each Hampton, VA speeding client,” says Anthony. “I am committed to providing my Hampton, VA traffic clients with zealous and skillful representation. I know that my client’s Hampton, VA speeding case is a serious concern, and I treat every client like I would want my family treated by an attorney. I am here to guide you through the complexities of your case and to provide you simple, straightforward answers to your questions.”

BAR ADMISSIONS

• UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT
• UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT – EASTERN DISTRICT OF VIRGINIA
• UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS – FOURTH CIRCUIT
• SUPREME COURT OF VIRGINIA
• COURT OF APPEALS OF VIRGINIA

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

A+ RATED BY THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU

Anthony Montagna, III,  is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.   Many of our clients are locals, union workers, students, vacationers, and military men and women. Our fees are reasonable, and we offer military, student, union, and senior discounts.  When you need an experienced and compassionate lawyer for a reckless driving, DUI or any traffic violation in Hampton, VA, contact Anthony Montagna, III, a proven winner. Anthony will utilize his 30+ years of experience in thinking “outside of the box” to achieve the most favorable disposition.

MILITARY WELCOME

UNION WORKERS WELCOME

JUDGES IN THE HAMPTON GENERAL DISTRICT COURT

• Hon. Corry N. Smith, Presiding Judge, Chief Judge
• Hon. Selena Stellute Glenn, Presiding Judge

COURT SCHEDULE IN HAMPTON GENERAL DISTRICT COURT

Courtroom A
   Mon., Tue., Thurs.
   Attorney Only
     8:30 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. Trials
     11:00 a.m. 1st Returns
   Friday
   Attorney Only
     8:30 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. Trials
   Wed.
   Non-Attorney Only (Pro Se)
     8:30 & 9:30 Trials
     11:00 1st Returns

Courtroom B
   Mon. - Fri.
   8:15 a.m., In Custody - Video Arraignments, Video Bail Hearings, 
   Check Attorney
   8:30 a.m., Arraignments, Bond Hearings, Admin. Hearings, 
   Attorney Status
   9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Commonwealth Attorney Criminal Docket
   Mon. - Thurs.
   1:00 p.m., Non-Commonwealth Attorney Criminal Arraignments & 
   trials
   2:00 p.m. Commonwealth Attorney Protracted

Courtroom C
   Mon. - Fri
   8:15 a.m., Protective Order hearings
   8:30 a.m., Hampton Police, TNCC, HU, etc.
   11:00 a.m., Hampton Police
   Mon., 1st & 2nd
   1:00 p.m., ASAP & CCD
   Mon. (2nd, 3rd, & 4th Mondays)
   11:00 a.m. VA State Police
   Tue. (1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th)
   1:00 p.m. VA Marine Police
   Tue. (3rd)
   1:00 p.m., City Building Codes, Zoning Violations, Animal 
   Control & VA Marine Police
   Thurs.
   1:00 p.m., Competency
   Wed.
   8:30 a.m. VA State Police
   11:00 a.m. VA State Police
   1:00 p.m. VA Marine Police, City Building Codes & Zoning 
   Violations
   Thurs.
   1:00 p.m. Small Claims
   Fri.
   9:30 a.m. Animal Control

Courtroom D
   Mon. (1st & 5th)
   8:30 a.m. & 11:00 VA State Police
   Mon. (1st & 3rd)
   Behavioral Health Docket

CONTINUANCE POLICY

Continuances granted by Judge on motion. Traffic infraction 1st appearance – Clerk’s office. This court follows the Supreme Court guidelines to have 90% of criminal cases adjudicated or otherwise disposed within 60 days of arrest; 100% within 90 days. A request for a continuance beyond this time will require the personal appearance of the attorney for defendant and/or Commonwealth’s Attorney.

JUDGES IN THE HAMPTON CIRCUIT COURT

• Hon. Bonnie L. Jones, Presiding Judge
• Hon. Michael A. Gaten, Chief Judge
• Hon. Tonya Henderson-Stith

WHAT  IS RECKLESS DRIVING?

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.

WHY HIRE ANTHONY MONTAGNA, III

When you are charged with reckless driving, it is important to be aware that you are generally facing a class one misdemeanor, which involves up to 12 months in jail and a $2,500.00 fine.  It is always important to hire a highly skilled and successful lawyer like Anthony Montagna, III .  Anthony frequently obtains great results, when representing an individual charged with reckless driving, speeding, driving on a suspended operator’s license, DUI, or any other traffic offense in Hampton, VA.  As a Hampton, VA reckless driving lawyer, Anthony has the confidence and skill to negotiate on your behalf and to defend you on any traffic violation.

When you go to court, it is important to have a highly recommended and rated attorney, like Anthony.  Although every case is different, no two cases are the same, and a result in one case does not guarantee the same result in every case, Anthony has obtained great results in Hampton, VA.

IF YOU WANT THE BEST RESULTS IN COURT, THE FIVE RULES TO FOLLOW ARE THE FOLLOWING:

1.  You only get one chance to make a good impression in court, so you should always dress well.

2.  Hire a lawyer with experience and a proven track record.  If you choose an incredibly inexpensive lawyer, you may get what you paid for.

3.  Follow your lawyer’s advice, do what he tells you, and be responsible.

4.  Do not be argumentative with the Court and the prosecutor.  The Judge  has been around the block and knows who is acting rudely.

5.  If you are arrested by the police, understand that you have the right to remain  silent.

If you follow these 5 simple rules, you will be amazed with your level of success in court.  If you have questions about a reckless driving, DUI, or suspended license charge in  Hampton or any where in Virginia, call the traffic defense and reckless driving lawyers, Anthony Montagna, III  and Montagna Traffic Law, at 757-625-3500 and understand that  you have fighters in your corner.