How much jail time for my first reckless driving tickett in Botetourt County, Virginia?

Question

I got pulled over in I 81 doing 99/65 (this is what the officer stated). I live in Maryland and i hold a Florida drivers license (i just moved to maryland 2 weeks prior). I have spoken to many different lawyers, one said that they give a day in jail for every mile over 90, another told me for every day in jail it counts as 2. I know I'm punishable for to up to 12 months and a fine up to 2500 but ive never heard of anybody actually getting that. Does anybody have an idea how much jail time the judge will require if any? ... 30...or 60 or 90 days.. somebody has to have an idea. I also have a girl and a baby that i provide for i don't know what i would do if i had to be incarcerated for to long or what i would do about my job. Would it help if i took driver improvement classes? Please, if anybody could give me some info i would really appreciate it..

Answer 1

I can tell you that the system in Virginia is very strict.  Your hardship may be a defense to keep you out of jail, but you will surely lose your license and be charged a huge bill. Be sure you have a lawyer!!

Answer 2

Yes definetly ask for Defensive Driving classes.  Dress nice, be polite , and explain your circumstances, you may just get a fine and community service hours.

Now What were you thinking driving that fast you could have been killed or kill someone. Driving that fast sounds like you were racing. Let this be a wake-up call and be glad you didn't have your girl and baby with you.  They could have lost you for the rest of their lives instead of maybe a few days in jail.  I hope everything works out for you.  In Texas you would have only gotten a speeding ticket.