The Penalties for Racing in Washington State. 

Racing is considered a “gross misdemeanor” and carries with it up to 1 year in jail and fines of up to $5,000 dollars. It also brings a 30 day suspension of one’s driver’s license, and can substantially increase an individual’s insurance rates. If you have been charged with such a crime, it is essential that you protect your interests by pursuing mitigation of these serious charges.

No person or persons may race any motor vehicle or motor vehicles upon any public highway of this state. Any person or persons who willfully compare or contest relative speeds by operation of one or more motor vehicles shall be guilty of racing, which shall constitute reckless driving under RCW 46.61.500, whether or not such speed is in excess of the maximum speed prescribed by law.

Often individuals engaging in racing have no idea of the penalties they may face for doing so. Additionally, there are cases where a person is falsely charged with racing, and needs a criminal defense team who will effectively investigate, prepare and present their case in court.

If You Have Been Charged With Racing in Washington State…Call Our Washington Racing Defense Attorneys Today.

If you or a loved one has been accused of racing, Washington Criminal Attorneys can help. We have over 30 years of collective experience defending people faced with criminal racing charges in and around Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Everett, Olympia, Mount Vernon, and Bellingham, WA.