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WV HB2620

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Elliott Pritt

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of reckless driving to include operating any vehicle at speeds exceeding 30 miles per hour over the posted speed limit, regardless of road conditions or circumstances

  • First conviction for reckless driving carries 5-90 days in jail, a fine of $25-$500, or both

  • Second or subsequent convictions carry 10 days to 6 months in jail, a fine of $50-$1,000, or both

  • Reckless driving that causes serious bodily injury carries enhanced penalties of 10 days to 6 months in jail, a fine of $50-$1,000, or both

Legislative Description

Make speeds that exceed 25MPH over the speed limit reckless driving.

Public Safety

Last Action

To House Judiciary

2/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/19/2025

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