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How does a reckless driving ticket affect job applications?
I have a reckless driving charge on my driving record from a couple of years ago. I’m applying for a really important job and wondering if my ticket has any effect on my job applications?
Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A
reckless driving ticket
is a serious charge that can have a long-lasting impact on your insurance premium. But if you’re putting in a job application with a reckless driving charge on your record, chances are it won’t affect your candidacy. While a reckless driving charge is taken very seriously, you have to remember that it’s classified as a misdemeanor, not a felony offense. Although not as serious as a felony charge, if an employer asks you to report any crimes for which you were charged (even if you were not convicted), you may need to report the offense. Some employers will also do background checks, which may uncover a reckless driving charge.
That said, how a reckless driving charge affects your employment largely depends on the job you’re applying for. If the job doesn’t require you to drive or the employer treats each conviction on a case-by-case basis, the charge may not be a dealbreaker. But if your job requires a squeaky clean driving record, a reckless driving charge could cost you the job.
Even with a reckless driving citation on your record, you don’t have to be paying a sky-high premium. Car insurance guru
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