Nobody wants to miss out on a college party. The drinks, the music and the people are part of what makes it so enjoyable. But if you are under 21, even simply holding a beer can lead to lasting consequences. If you have been arrested for underage drinking, it is...
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Alcohol consumption
Understanding Virginia’s open container law
Virginia regulates open alcohol containers in motor vehicles. Knowing the law is necessary to avoid breaking it and reducing the likelihood of criminal charges. Here, you can learn the specifics of Virginia's open container law. Virginia's open container law The open...
Can the police arrest you for sleeping it off in your vehicle?
You would have a difficult time locating even a single driver who is unaware of the laws about drinking and driving in Virginia. Alcohol education is a mandatory part of driver's education, and public awareness campaigns constantly draw attention to the dangers of...
The purpose of the preliminary hearing
Those who are charged with DUI have the right to plead guilty and go straight to the sentencing portion of their cases. However, individuals may also choose to plead not guilty and have their fates decided by a Virginia judge or by a jury. In some cases, a plea...
Alcohol Facts: True or false?
Many of us like have a couple of beers, cocktails or glasses of wine from time to time, but if we are to drink, we should know the facts. Can coffee sober you up? Can men drink more than women without feeling the same buzz? Does eating beforehand help fend of...
