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How long does reckless driving stay on your driving record in Florida?
I recently got a reckless driving charge, and I’m worried about how that will affect me in the future. How will reckless driving charges stay on your driving record in Florida?
Matt Nightingale · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A reckless driving charge stays on your driving record for 75 years.
In the state of Florida reckless driving is considered a misdemeanor that is punishable by a fine between $25–$500 and up to 90 days in jail for a first offense. Subsequent offenses carry stiffer penalties:
- 2nd offense: maximum of 6 months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.
- 3rd offense: maximum of one year in jail and a $1,000 fine.
- Serious bodily harm: maximum of 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine.
Reckless driving is considered a willful disregard for the safety of people and property. Some examples of reckless driving include drag racing, distracted driving, and drunk driving. Reckless driving is not the same thing as careless driving.
Some examples of careless driving include failure to signal or not coming to a full stop at a stop sign. The penalty for careless driving is a fine of up to $500 and four demerit points. These demerit points stay on your driving record for 36 months.
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