[1] 5 - Reckless Endangerment

Reckless endangerment is a crime consisting of acts that create a substantial risk of serious physical injury to another person. The accused person isn't required to intend the resulting or potential harm, but must have acted in a way that showed a disregard for the foreseeable consequences of their actions.

Misdemeanor

Sentence: 10 Month(s) Fine: $1,000

Felony (If involving a deadly weapon) Sentence: 20 Month(s) Fine: $2,000

Examples:

1) Shooting a gun off in a crowd. 2) Throwing rocks off a bridge on passing cars 3) Racing using public streets

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