SPOKANE, WA · RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT
GROSS MISDEMEANOR
Reckless endangerment is charged when someone is accused of recklessly engaging in conduct that creates a substantial risk of death or serious physical injury to another person. It is a gross misdemeanor in Washington.
Reckless endangerment can arise from a wide range of situations — including incidents involving vehicles, firearms or children — and is sometimes offered as a reduced charge in other cases.
Because the charge depends on what a person knew and intended, the details of what happened matter a great deal.
Chris Bugbee examines the evidence, the witness accounts and the circumstances to understand exactly what the State can prove.
As a former prosecutor with 30+ years of criminal law experience, he knows where these cases are often weakest.
WHAT TO KNOW
The State must show that the conduct was reckless and created a substantial risk of death or serious injury — not simply that something went wrong.
Questions about intent, risk and identity can all form part of a strong defense.
Do not discuss the incident with police or others before speaking with a lawyer.
THE CHARGE
POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES
LEARN MORE
Facing a reckless endangerment charge? Call Bugbee Law Office, P.S. today for a free case evaluation.
FREE CASE EVALUATION
Speak with an experienced Spokane criminal defense attorney about what happened and your options.
The information on this website is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Read the full disclaimer.
