Reckless driving penalties in Rhode Island include up to 6 months jail and fines from $85 to $500 for a first offense. Second and subsequent offenses can carry up to 1 year jail and higher fines. License suspension is also part of the standard penalty package, typically 30 to 180 days for first offense. The conviction goes on your criminal record permanently and triggers significant insurance premium increases that often double or triple your rates for years. Reckless driving also adds substantial points to your Rhode Island driving record that count toward the 12-point mandatory suspension threshold.
