Reckless driving is a Class A misdemeanor crime.  Like all crimes, it carries the possibility of jail time; however, often little or no jail is imposed upon conviction.  Conviction of reckless driving does come with a mandatory license suspension of at least 90 days (a longer suspension (either one year or three years) is imposed if you have a previous reckless driving conviction within the last five years).

Careless driving is a violation with a maximum penalty that usually amounts to a fine of a few hundred dollars.  However, if the court determines that the commission of the offense contributed to the serious physical injury or death of a vulnerable person on a public way, the court can impose substantial additional penalties.

What about the crime of hit and run?

Hit and run more formally known as failure to perform the duties of a driver can be either a felony or misdemeanor crime.  It is a misdemeanor if only property is damaged; it is a felony offense if someone was killed or injured.  A misdemeanor hit and run conviction will result in at least a 90 day license suspension.

How many "points" go on my license if I am convicted of reckless driving or careless driving?

The Oregon DMV does not use a point system so no points are assessed.  A conviction for either offense will appear on your driving record.  An example of a three year driving record available to your insurance company is set forth below. 

Can I expunge or seal an arrest or conviction for careless driving or reckless driving?

No.  Traffic crime convictions cannot be sealed or expunged under Oregon law.  However, an arrest for a traffic crime may be expunged if the charge (and all related charges, if any) is ultimately dismissed (except DUII diversion dismissals).