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Is driving to endanger a felony in Massachusetts?
I was pulled over and accused of racing in Massachusetts. I’ve been charged with driving to endanger and must appear in court. Is this charge considered a felony?
Mary Cahill · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m so sorry to hear about this. In the state of Massachusetts, driving to endanger, also known as reckless driving or negligent operation, is classified as a misdemeanor.
Those who are charged with driving to endanger may face the following penalties:
- $200 fine
- Suspension of their driver’s license for a minimum of 60 days to a maximum of one year
- Up to two years in jail
While jail time is rare in most cases, a driving to endanger charge is much more serious than a standard speeding ticket in the eyes of the law. You may want to hire an attorney to defend you in court.
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