Georgia Reckless Driving

By now, most Georgia drivers have probably heard about the new Super Speeder Law that went into effect on January 1, 2010 and carries with it an extra $200 fine for drivers who are found guilty of excessive speeding (driving above 74 mph on a two-lane road or above 84 mph, period). But what you may not know is that a super speeding conviction is equivalent to a Georgia reckless driving offense.

Reckless driving is any type of driving that can be viewed as negligent or irresponsible to others. As the name implies, it is a very serious offense that can have life-altering consequences for those convicted of the charge. A type of criminal misdemeanor, a Georgia reckless driving conviction can lead to hefty fines and other serious penalties including court-ordered driver’s education, the loss of driving privileges, and up to one year in jail.

A reckless driving conviction will also add four points to your Georgia driver’s license. Under state law, any driver over the age of 21 who accumulates 15 or more points within a two-year period will receive an automatic license suspension. For drivers under the age of 21, four points—or one super speeding conviction—can lead to a suspension.

In addition to racking up points on your license, a Georgia reckless driving or super speeding charge can also cost you up to $1,000 in fines and make it difficult to obtain insurance for your vehicle. Because insurance companies label individuals who are convicted of reckless driving or super speeding a high-risk driver, expect to pay a much larger insurance premium—some companies may even refuse to insure you at all.

Your criminal record will also be impacted if you are convicted of super speeding or reckless driving in Georgia. Because both of these violations are types of criminal misdemeanors, the conviction will show up if anyone runs a background check on you—including potential employers.

If you were recently ticketed for super speeding in Georgia, it is important to understand the consequences you now face. You may be tempted to simply pay the fine and put it behind you, but unfortunately, it is not that easy. Whether or not you are sentenced to jail time, a super speeding conviction will follow you long after you complete your sentence.

Don’t let one ticket ruin your driving record—attorneys J. Lee Webb and Larry Kohn are two of the state’s most experienced traffic ticket lawyers and are known for helping clients like you get their speeding ticket reduced or even dismissed completely. Contact us today to discuss your case.