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Sons dumb mistake

I'm not sure where to post this. My son is in A school and was in a motorcycle accident this weekend. A mothers worst fear...he only had the bike for 2 weeks. Anyway, he was issued a ticket from the MP for reckless driving, no ins and no registration. He had ins but did not have the card yet as I had just mailed it to him a few days before. The bike was still registered to the person (a Chief) he bought it from. Everything was in the transition faze. He now has to go to some type of hearing next week. Does anyone know what could happen or what type of hearing this is? This all happened on base. Due to his inexperince in driving a motorcycle he had accelorated on a turn when the pavement was wet (puddle really) and lost control. The way I see it he wasn't really driving reckless just stupid mistake.

Susan

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Permalink Reply by Karen Gallagher on May 7, 2008 at 8:11pm

I am glad that he is doing ok.

Had he taken his military motorcycle class? as they do require that to have a motorcycle. I am sure it is a captains mast this is the military version of court and he will be given his "punishment" at this. I hope that all goes well for him

Permalink Reply by CTmomof3 on May 7, 2008 at 8:25pm

Yes, he has done everything he needed to do. He didn't say captains mast...he's afraid of those. Bad boot camp experience (day 5) and doesn't want another one. Hmm "punishment" he's being punished now, broken ankle and arm. It could have been whole lot worse. Thank God it wasn't Why do boys need bikes!

Permalink Reply by Karen Gallagher on May 7, 2008 at 8:31pm

ouch on the broken ankle and arm!!

I know but they do not have the same rules that we have in civilian life so it is not the same and "punishment" could be that he has to go back a phase (in A school they have phases) does not set him back in school he may just not be able to drive or have to wear his uniform all the time. for a certian amount of time.

Boys do like those bikes and thank god he is doing ok I hope that he heals quick

Hope all goes well

Permalink Reply by Kelly Kyle's Mom on May 7, 2008 at 8:42pm

What is his rank? I know my son's recruiter said they usually bring the sailor down in rank if found guilty with what he is being charged with, which means less pay too. Good luck to you and your son.

Kelly

Permalink Reply by Barb Pruitt on May 8, 2008 at 2:18pm

First off, I have to say to ALL parents that have kids riding motorcycles. My husband and I are both motorcycle riders, (Harleys Yeah) Middle class not crazies. And NO ONE should be riding a motorcycle with out some form of formal training. Yes they are great FUN but they can be very dangerous and they are very different from driving a car, which is what most kids are used to. If you get on a motorcycle and you have not had any classes and make that type of mistake it is reckless not a mistake, if you ever are unfortuante enough to see the damage a body can take in an accident. ( I used to be a deputy ) you would understand why I am so strong in my opinion. Yes there are accidents Deer running out in front of you. If you truely want to protect your son, tell him do not ride until you have had some type of drivers training. Bases back in the 80's if you were overseas used to require if you wanted to ride on base you take a class that was offered. At least all of the bases we were on. One little accident can cost a life, so to not take the time for a class is Reckless. One of the greatest gifts your son would gain from a class is hours of driving within a class environment, with people teaching the correct way to turn / brake / excellerate in all driving conditions. If the base doesn't offer a class, you can go to any harley dealership, they all offer classes they are not cheep. But I wouldn't let my kids on a bike with out one.

Permalink Reply by CTmomof3 on May 8, 2008 at 6:16pm

He DID take the necessary driver training. The Navy requires it, so unless you know all the facts don't you dare condemn my son.

Permalink Reply by Patty :) from Seattle on May 8, 2008 at 6:40pm

My big fear! My son has wanted a motorcycle since he was 12 years old. Now that he's got a little money in the bank, and he's not living under my rules (no motorcycles while you're living in MY house), I've got a feeling it's going to happen. That is great that your son took the motorcycle class, but not too good that he crashed his bike. Everybody makes mistakes and accidents happen... even to our wonderful sailors. Thank goodness he's going to be okay. The hearing will probably be where he pleads "guilty" of his charges, then they hand down a sentence, like what Karen said... take him back to Phase I for a while. You will know soon. Sorry.

Permalink Reply by Becky on May 9, 2008 at 7:33am

I am sorry your son was injured in his accident.Luckily he is not hurt bad! I have ridden all my life (30 + years ) Even experianced rides make mistakes.Your son will be ok and he WILL learn from this . It is scary and it hurtsGood luck to him

Permalink Reply by Patty :) from Seattle on May 9, 2008 at 3:32pm

I'm going to copy this and save it for my son (just incase he brings up the dreaded motorcycle conversation again)... Thanks, Shell, for the info.

Permalink Reply by Char on May 9, 2008 at 3:42pm

This is for those parents who really do not want there child riding a motorcycle. My son bought a motorcycle from someone. He rode the bike home. I was dumbfounded because one of my church members had just lost her son due to a motorcycle accident and he was killed instantly. My other girlfriend's son in law was seriously injured and left with his arm paralyzed. I prayed to God about this motorcycle. Can you believe how God answers prayer, the motorcycle never started again. My son did everything possible to get it start, I mean everything, but I believe God saw down the road and answered my prayer. So, take care and pray for your children and ask God to watch over them.

Permalink Reply by Irene.Kevin'sMom on May 9, 2008 at 5:31pm

That is soooo funny because when my son told me he wanted to get a motorcycle at A school, I told him I was praying that God would not allow him to have a motorcycle. I'm continuing to pray that everytime I think of it.