That is untrue, (but fun to talk about)
: the offense of recklessly engaging in conduct that creates a
substantial risk of serious physical injury or death to another person NOTE: Reckless endangerment is a misdemeanor but sometimes rises to a felony, as when a deadly weapon is involved.
I'm sure most of you know the difference between slight risk, minimal risk, moderate risk,
substantial risk.
for those that need it ........................
"Substantial Risk"
Substantial risk means a strong possibility, (as contrasted with a remote or even a significant possibility), that a certain result may occur or that a certain circumstance may exist.
A substantial risk of serious harm means that the risk was so great that it was almost certain to materialize if nothing was done. [Miller v. Fisher, 2010 U.S. App. LEXIS 12932 (7th Cir. Ill. June 23, 2010)]
Without a crash resulting in serious injury or substantial property damage, there is little to No chance of proving
Reckless Endangerment