Louisiana · Louisiana Revised Statutes — Title 14, Criminal Law

La. R.S. 14 § 14:99: Reckless operation of a vehicle

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Reckless operation of a vehicle is operating a motor vehicle, aircraft, vessel, or similar conveyance in a criminally negligent or reckless manner. Penalties include fines up to $200 and/or up to 90 days imprisonment for first offense; harsher penalties apply for subsequent convictions.

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