Serious Traffic Offenses

Reckless Driving Charges and Penalties

The definition of “reckless driving” and the consequences of a conviction.

Vehicular Homicide: What Happens When You Cause Another’s Person Death in a Car Accident

Depending on the circumstances, vehicular manslaughter or homicide can be a misdemeanor or a felony criminal offense.

Vehicular Assault

Motorists who injure or attempt to injure another person while driving irresponsibly or aggressively can face serious criminal charges. In many states, a driver can be charged with “vehicular assault” for injuring another with a vehicle intentionally or as the result of being inattentive, reckless,

Is Street Racing Illegal?

Most people understand that doing the quarter-mile in less than ten seconds on a city street is going to be illegal. But many other activities such as peeling out, fishtailing, spinning donuts, and stomping the gas can also result in criminal charges. The criminal charges that can result from street

Hit and Run: Failure to Stop and Render Aid After an Auto Accident

Vehicle collisions can be stressful, and drivers don’t always know what they’re supposed to do after being involved in an accident. However, all states have laws that require drivers to take certain actions following an accident. Drivers who fail to abide by these rules—which generally require