Wet Reckless

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Reckless driving of a motor vehicle while having previously consumed alcohol or drugs

Alcohol-Related Reckless Driving (Wet Reckless)

One of the most common forms of reckless driving involves the prior consumption of alcohol or drugs.

In some jurisdictions, an alcohol-related reckless driving charge, where the defendant’s blood alcohol level was below the legal limit, is called a wet reckless. In California, the penalty for a wet wreckless is less than receiving a first-time drunk driving offense unless the driving resulted in injury to persons or property.

Reckless Driving (Without Impairment)

A reckless driving charge without the allegation of impairment by drugs or alcohol.

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