Reckless Driving
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,213 and Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,214 — indifferent or willful disregard, and double the limit as evidence
Reckless driving is driving in a manner showing an indifferent or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property, and driving at more than double the limit is prima facie evidence of it. Willful reckless driving shows a willful disregard.
| Conviction | The offense |
|---|---|
| ConvictionReckless driving, first | The offenseA Class III misdemeanor |
| ConvictionWillful reckless driving, first | The offenseA Class III misdemeanor and a driving ban of thirty days to one year |
| ConvictionEither, second | The offenseA Class II misdemeanor and a driving ban of sixty days to two years |
A particular charge is a question for a licensed Nebraska attorney.
Sources for this section (5)
- Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,213 — Reckless driving, defined; double the maximum lawful speed limit; prima facie evidence
- Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,214 — Willful reckless driving, defined
- Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,215 — Reckless driving; first offense; penalty
- Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,216 — Willful reckless driving; first offense; penalty
- Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,217 — Reckless driving or willful reckless driving; second offense; penalty
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Nebraska attorney.