Drunk driving laws are enforced strictly in Virginia. Motorists are considered too impaired to operate a motor vehicle safely when they have blood alcohol concentrations of .08 or higher, but DUI charges can also be filed against drivers with no alcohol in their...
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Month: September 2020
Official misconduct identified in wrongful convictions
A study conducted by the National Registry of Exonerations uncovered a disturbing trend relating to the cases of individuals wrongfully convicted of a crime that landed them time in prison. The study focused on determining the role prosecutors and police officers...
What to know about recording the police
Generally speaking, you are allowed to record police in Virginia while they are carrying out their official duties. However, there is a chance that your phone or camera could be confiscated if it contains evidence of a crime or if you are being taken into custody...