Motorists who have driven for years sometimes no longer recall the details of Virginia traffic statutes. They might then make mistakes during an interaction with the police officer that could increase their risk of criminal prosecution. There are very clear...
DUI
Can you challenge a breath test?
It’s easy to assume that you’re definitely going to be convicted on drunk driving allegations if the police give you a breath test. This test will provide scientific proof that you are over the legal limit. As such, you assume you will be convicted in court. Don’t...
3 kinds of medical defenses that may help after a DUI arrest
Virginia police officers arrest people for driving under the influence (DUI) infractions because of poor driving skills, a car crash or a failed breath test. Someone accused of a DUI offense in Virginia could end up serving a sentence in state facilities. They may...
Should you talk to the police during a traffic stop?
If you get pulled over by a police officer, they’re likely going to have some questions for you. They may ask you where you are going, if you have been drinking, where you are coming from, if you know how fast you were driving or something else of this nature. But do...
Are all drivers subject to the same legal limit?
“The legal limit” is often referenced in alleged drunk driving cases. Once someone has broken bright line, the court can presume that they were impaired while driving. This is why police officers will engage in breath tests after making a traffic stop, because the...
Field sobriety tests can be failed by sober drivers
Field sobriety tests are used so that police officers can determine if they think someone may be impaired. They are a form of evidence, and can sometimes be used in court. They may lead to the use of a breath test if the officer thinks that the driver is impaired...
Tips for navigating a traffic stop
There’s no doubt that a traffic stop can be a stressful experience. You may have never been pulled over before. You’re very concerned about the ramifications in the event that this happens to you, and you certainly don’t want to make any mistakes. By keeping a few...
Can you “trick” a breathalyzer test?
Breathalyzer tests are used to determine a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) quickly and non-invasively. Law enforcement agencies rely on these devices to identify drivers under the influence. However, some individuals have tried to trick these tests,...
Can you speed up how fast you get sober?
You need to drive home, but you know you’ve been drinking and you’re worried that you may be over the legal limit. You know that you should wait until your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) declines on its own. This happens at a rate of about 0.015% per hour. But...
What defense options do you have if you are charged with DUI?
Drunk driving is not only dangerous, it is also illegal. If you are charged and convicted of drunk driving, you might pay a heavy legal and personal price. Fortunately, like any legal matter, you are presumed innocent until proven guilty. If you are charged with...