I received my first speeding ticket and was also cited for reckless operation, what will the increase on my auto insurance premium in Canton, Ohio?

Vincent

Canton, OH

As you know any Ohio motorist convicted of a moving violation is evaluated by specific number of penalty points according to the type of violation. For instance, a speeding ticket for going 26 mph over the speed limit should result in 2 points going on your  driver’s license. The reckless operation ticket will probably fall under the willful or wanton disregard of the safety of individual or property charge, which would be a 4 point violation. In Ohio reckless operation is considered a minor misdemeanor.

A motorist accumulating six points will receive a letter from the Registrar of Motor Vehicles. With regard to car insurance rates, according to the Ohio Insurance Institute the results of driving irresponsibly, so that you receive tickets, fines, and points could affect your auto insurance rate.

The amount that your auto insurance rates could be raised depends on your insurance provider’s own rating system.