Drag Racing and Speed Contest are serious charges. They are Class 1 Traffic Misdemeanor Offenses and a conviction may result in a scheduled fine of $300.00 to $1,000.00 plus court costs and surcharges, a possible jail sentence of 10 days to 1 year (usually only ordered in cases where there are aggravating factors, such as injury to a person or reckless indifference to the safety of others), restitution, community or useful public service, probation for one year or longer, and other possible requirements by the court, with an assessment of 12 points to your driver’s license. In some cases, convictions for Drag Racing and Speed Contest may affect your automobile insurance coverage or premium rates for years to come.
Important: A conviction for 12-point violations — such as Drag Racing and Speed Contest — will automatically result in a MANDATORY suspension of the driver’s license for up to 1 year, regardless of the person’s driving history.
Speed Exhibition is a moderately serious charge. It is a Class 2 Traffic Misdemeanor Offense and a conviction may result in a scheduled fine of $150.00 to $300.00 plus court costs and surcharges, a possible jail sentence of 10 to 90 days (usually only ordered in cases where there are aggravating factors, such as injury to a person or reckless indifference to the safety of others), restitution, community or useful public service, probation for one year or longer, and other possible requirements by the court, with an assessment of 5 points to your driver’s license.