Reckless Driving
La. R.S. 14:99 — driving in a criminally negligent or reckless manner, up to $200 or 90 days on a first conviction
Reckless operation of a vehicle is operating any motor vehicle, aircraft, vessel or other conveyance in a criminally negligent or reckless manner.
| Conviction | Fine | Jail |
|---|---|---|
| ConvictionFirst | FineUp to $200, plus $5 | JailUp to 90 days |
| ConvictionSecond or later | FineFrom twenty-five to $500, plus $10 | Jail10 days to 6 months |
The added fines go to the state's emergency response network fund. A particular charge is a question for a licensed Louisiana attorney.
Sources for this section (1)
- La. R.S. 14:99 — Reckless operation of a vehicle
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Louisiana attorney.