Law enforcement officers must operate by the book. They, their supervisors and the prosecutors they partner with know this. If they do not abide by proper protocol, they may lose their case. This applies to any arrest, including those related to drug charges. There is...
Like many other states, Virginia’s traffic laws operate on a points system. What this means is that, if you engage in certain traffic violations, you’ll earn demerit points on your driving record. If you accrue enough demerit points, you could lose driving privileges....
DUI charges are a serious matter. Even a first offense is enough to result in considerable fines, prison time, and a damaged record. Multiple convictions become even harder to defend and come with even more severe consequences, making it so important to keep your...
Several moving violations can arise from a traffic ticket in Virginia. The state defines reckless driving as indifference towards maintaining the safety of ‘life, limb or property’ on the road. The majority of drivers charged were previously in a motor vehicle...
Virginia police recently arrested a man for allegedly causing a deadly accident while under the influence of alcohol. He is currently facing at least one charge for aggravated DUI manslaughter. In addition to one fatality victim, there were also two minors who...
Traffic stops are often stressful, overwhelming situations. Like many Virginia drivers, you might feel like there is a distinct power imbalance when you are pulled over -- especially if you are certain that you did nothing wrong. You can potentially lose your driving...
Police officers who are on patrol will watch vehicles closely to determine whether the driver is operating the car safely. If they see signs of impairment, they will likely pull the vehicle over to determine what's going on with the driver.In many cases, the officers...
A felony conviction can permanently alter the course of your life. Even after you have served your time, that conviction can follow you through job interviews and educational opportunities, and it can also impact other important rights. In fact, if you have a felony...
Virginia drivers may have fewer reasons to feel nervous when they encounter a police car. Many fear that when police pull them over for minor traffic violations, the incident will escalate to a search of their vehicles, an arrest and more serious charges. However,...
An arrest or criminal conviction can follow someone through life, cutting off certain opportunities for education or work. Having a criminal history really does make it so much harder to improve one's life. Expungements could be the answer for those in Virginia...
