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There are numerous laws in place in Virginia to ensure that drivers conduct themselves in an appropriate manner. Road users must not speed, be intoxicated while operating a vehicle or drive in a careless or reckless manner. One important aspect that is commonly...
The U.S. Constitution provides many protections for people in this country. The Fifth Amendment to the Constitution notes that nobody has to incriminate themselves in a criminal matter. Because of this, you may have heard defendants simply state “I plead the Fifth”...
Did you know that there is a point when speeding may turn into a reckless driving charge? It’s possible to face charges for reckless driving if you are speeding at 20 mph or more over the posted speed limit. This is a new change that went into place on July 1, 2020,...
The Virginia drug courts offer a viable alternative for those accused of drug possession and other nonviolent offenses related to substance abuse. If an individual can connect their crime to addiction and meet all of the other requirements for drug court, they can...
Facing criminal charges is a frightening experience in any scenario, but prosecutors can make it much more frightening by overcharging you. A prosecutor is an attorney working on behalf of the state or federal government to enforce the law by bringing criminal charges...
Many cases that result in someone being charged with assault occur because of a dispute where it is not obvious who was the instigator or aggressor. Unfortunately, this is a serious matter and comes with potentially life-changing consequences if you are convicted or...
The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures, although you often need to know to assert your rights. Police officers often try to find ways around rules about searches, such as asking for permission when they don't otherwise have a reason...
Anytime you drive after drinking, there's a possibility that you could get stopped by the police. Being responsible about how much alcohol you consume and how quickly after drinking you get behind the wheel can reduce your chances of getting arrested for driving under...
When you think about drug charges, you probably imagine someone being charged for possessing an illegal substance. What you may not imagine is someone being charged for possessing prescription medications. If you have prescription medications that don’t belong to you...
When a police officer pulls you over to ticket you, the financial penalty in the form of a fine is only one part of the consequences you face. Different traffic offense carries slightly different penalties. There are different fines for speeding depending on the area...