Ultimate Guide to Virginia Overweight Tickets
If you receive a ticket or citation for driving an overweight vehicle in Virginia, you must act quickly to preserve your rights and contest the citation. Even if you believe the citation is 100% accurate, I still may be able to help you drastically reduce the fine and penalties. Contest overweight tickets within 21 days […]
MoreFight Virginia Handheld Cell Phone Tickets, Points
Did you know that Virginia prohibits holding a phone while driving? As of January 1, 2021, that’s now a traffic infraction with a minimum $125 fine AND three points on your driving record. Let’s talk about the law and how you can fight it. The law: 46.2-818.2 – Use of handheld personal communications devices in […]
MoreHow Much Does a Reckless Driving Ticket Cost?
I represent citizens throughout Virginia against various charges, including reckless driving. People often ask me, What does a Virginia reckless driving ticket cost? and What happens if the court convicts me of reckless driving? At Andrew Flusche, Attorney at Law, PLC, I fiercely defend drivers and fight to protect their rights. Here are some things […]
MoreCan Reckless Driving Be Expunged?
If you have been charged with reckless driving in Virginia, you may worry about how the charge will impact your life. From fines and imprisonment to a criminal record, reckless driving can have far-reaching effects. Many people want to know how to remove reckless driving from a record. Unfortunately, Virginia law prohibits expungement for criminal […]
MoreBeware of Virginia’s Open Container Law
VA Open Container Law Overview Many people don’t understand how Virginia’s open container law operates. The law criminalizes drinking while driving, and it makes convictions relatively easy to obtain. Let’s look at it. The statute (18.2-323.1) has two parts. Section A says that it’s unlawful to drink while driving. That’s pretty straightforward. The portion that […]
More3rd DUI Offense in Virginia (VA)
The information contained here is provided by experienced Virginia DUI lawyer Andrew Flusche and was last updated in January of 2021. What are the Penalties for a 3rd DUI in VA? If you already have two DUI convictions on your record, you are facing severe penalties for your 3rd DUI in Virginia. Although you might […]
More2nd DUI in VA
The information contained here is provided by experienced Virginia DUI lawyer Andrew Flusche and was last updated in January of 2021. What are the Penalties for a Second DUI in Virginia? The penalties for a 2nd DUI in Virginia will be stiffer than what you faced for your first DUI conviction. The ultimate severity of […]
MoreFour Options for Handling Reckless Driving Tickets [Updated 2021]
When you’re accused of reckless driving, you have options. One of the first choices you need to make is how you’re going to handle the case. Do you want to handle it yourself, ignore it, or hire an attorney? Let’s see how those choices work. Four Options for Handling Reckless Driving Tickets Article Contents Jump-to […]
MoreLicense Suspension Vs. Revocation in Virginia
License suspension and revocation refer to the Commonwealth of Virginia taking away a person’s driving privileges. The legal significance of having a suspended license vs. a revoked license is significant, and you need to be aware of the difference. If you have a revoked or a suspended driver’s license in Virginia, you need expert legal […]
MoreHow to Avoid Reckless Driving Immigration Consequences in Virginia
A resident alien, meaning a person living in the United States legally on a green card, must be very careful not to commit any criminal offenses. A conviction for any criminal offense could have severe consequences on your immigration status. Traffic offenses are typically considered minor crimes. However, if you receive a citation for reckless […]
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