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Reckless Driving is a Criminal Charge

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Aug 12, 2026 | 0 Comments

🚗💨 Reckless Driving Isn't Just a Ticket — It's a Criminal Charge. ⚖️

Think reckless driving is "just" a traffic violation? Think again. 

Speeding well over the limit, aggressive lane changes, racing, or even distracted driving can all lead to a reckless driving charge. 📵🏎️

Here's what you need to know: 👇
✅ Not all reckless driving charges hold up in court
✅ Radar/speed detection errors happen more than you'd think
✅ A conviction can often be reduced or avoided with the right defense

Don't let one bad moment behind the wheel follow you for years. 🛑

📞 Call now for a FREE consultation

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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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