Reckless Driving Causing Death In Kalamazoo And Grand Rapids
Reckless driving charges on their own can result in a tangled mess of consequences, including license suspensions, fines, possible jail time and increased insurance premiums. But when reckless driving results in the loss of life, the situation becomes much more dire for individuals charged with reckless driving causing death.
For reckless driving causing death, the criminal penalties increase in addition to the possibility of civil action being taken by the family of the deceased. If convicted of reckless driving causing death — a felony charge — you could be sentenced to 15 years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines.
The prosecution will throw everything they have at you to achieve a conviction. Before providing them with any ammunition, call toll free (888) 461-7744 for a free consultation with an experienced Kalamazoo criminal defense lawyer.
Defense Against Fatal Reckless Driving Charges
At Willis Law, we understand how distressing it must be to face these charges. Many accused drivers never intended to do anyone harm and are facing serious criminal charges as the result of a traffic accident.
We have achieved tremendous results for people in reckless driving cases, focusing our efforts on minimizing our clients' exposure to criminal consequences in addition to the collateral damage that can come with having a reckless driving fatality on record.
Our attorneys will conduct a thorough representation of the situation surrounding the accident and negotiate with the prosecution to have the charges against your reduced. If that is not a possibility, we will pursue other means of achieving the best possible outcome, including pleading guilty to a lesser offense or going to trial.
Contact Willis Law
We have the experience, knowledge and resources to protect your freedom and your future. Contact us today for a free initial consultation with a lawyer. We have office locations in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and Paw Paw.

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Shaun P. Willis J.D.
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