Reckless Driving
21 Del. C. § 4175 — wilful or wanton disregard, or 90 miles an hour or more, and aggressive driving as a pattern of 3 violations
No one may drive in wilful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property, and no one may drive on a public roadway at 90 miles an hour or more.
| Offense | First | Again within 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| OffenseReckless driving | First$100 to $300, or 10 to 30 days, or both | Again within 3 years$300 to $1,000, or 30 to 60 days, or both |
| OffenseAggressive driving | First$100 to $300, or 10 to 30 days, or both | Again within 3 years$300 to $1,000, or more time |
| OffenseCareless or inattentive driving | First$25 to $75 | Again within 3 years$50 to $95 |
Aggressive driving is continuous conduct that breaks 3 or more of the listed rules, among them following too closely, failing to signal, unsafe lane changes, passing on the right, ignoring a stop sign, and speeding.
Careless driving is driving in a careless or imprudent manner, or without due regard for the road, weather and traffic. Inattentive driving is failing to give full time and attention to driving, or to keep a proper lookout.
A particular ticket is a question for a licensed Delaware attorney.
Sources for this section (3)
- 21 Del. C. § 4175 — Reckless driving
- 21 Del. C. § 4175A — Aggressive driving
- 21 Del. C. § 4176 — Careless or inattentive driving
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Delaware attorney.