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How long does stunt driving stay on your record?
I was driving home late one evening when I came to a red light. The car next to me wanted to race. I decided to do it and was pulled over and charged with racing and stunt driving.
Kevin Martinez · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
While driving fast can be thrilling, it can also be hazardous—especially in a populated area. If you go over the posted legal speed limit, not only could you be charged with
speeding
, but you could also face a reckless driving charge which can bring on severe penalties.Typically, when it comes to stunt driving or racing charges, it all depends on your state’s rules. Most states will automatically deem you a reckless driver, which can come with huge fines and possible jail time.
In California, for example, stunt driving and racing charges can stay on your driving record for up to two years and if you’re charged with any criminal or civil charges, they could stay on your record for up to three years, which could affect different aspects of your life such as your car insurance rates.
The best way to ensure that you avoid getting this charge is by following local laws and making sure that you don’t engage in any behavior that could be deemed reckless or dangerous to others on the road.
No matter what’s on your record,
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