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How long does reckless driving stay on a record in Illinois?
I was pulled over and charged with reckless driving for running a red light at a high rate of speed. I’m thinking about fighting the charge, but I want to make sure it’s worth my time. How long will a reckless driving charge stay on your record in Illinois?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Illinois reckless driving
will stay on your record for up to 11 years, so fighting the charge or pleading to a lesser charge is definitely worth your while. With a misdemeanor charge like this on your record, your car insurance rates will cost you thousands extra over the 11 years, You should hire an experienced lawyer to get rid of the charge because a misdemeanor like this can cost you thousands extra in increased car insurance rates over those 11 years.If you haven’t had many serious charges or moving violations, your lawyer will likely be able to get the charge reduced. You may still see an increase in your car insurance rates, but it won’t be nearly as high as it would with a reckless driving charge.
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