Since reckless driving is a misdemeanor in most circumstances, you will likely be sentenced to a probation term. Usually, this sentence is in lieu of jail. Since the maximum jail time you can serve in most states is six month to a year, the reckless driving probation sentences are usually short. During this time you will be expected to: Pay any fines owed. These usually don’t exceed $1,000 and can be as low as $25; Complete any community service; Take a driving class to help improve your driving skills. Felony reckless driving can include a prison sentence and probation once the offender is released from prison. The probation activities will be the same as those who are on misdemeanor reckless driving probation.