San Diego is the eighth biggest city in population in the United States. Located in the Southwest area of California along the Pacific Ocean, San Diego is 372.1 square miles in size. With its closeness to beautiful beaches and other relaxing areas, San Diego is a major tourist center in the state of California. San Diego’s economy relies heavily on manufacturing (home to companies such as Qualcomm Incorporated), defense (home to the largest naval fleet in the world), and tourism (home to numerous points of interest that include the San Diego Zoo and Sea World).
With such an enormous quantity of drivers, residents and tourists traveling throughout San Diego, arrests are often made for reckless driving which can include drunk driving charges.
If an officer determines that you have driven a vehicle “in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property”, as defined by California Vehicle Code 23103, then you may be charged with reckless driving. Reckless driving is a misdemeanor offense, but its penalties should not be taken lightly. Considering that reckless driving charges in San Diego can result in harsh consequences, such as imprisonment for 5 to 90 days, a fine of $145 to $1,000, or both, it may be in your best interest to seek legal support from a skilled San Diego reckless driving defense attorney.
If you have been charged with reckless driving or with DUI, contact the experienced Southern California criminal defense lawyers at Wallin and Klarich as soon as possible. Our attorneys have been defending the rights of those facing criminal charges in California for over 30 years, providing us with the resources and knowledge to obtain a successful outcome in any criminal case. Call Wallin and Klarich today at 888-280-6839 for a case evaluation.
