How to Fight a Failure to Control Ticket in Virginia
If a law enforcement officer cited you recently for reckless driving, you might wonder how to fight a failure to control ticket in Virginia. Taking on the government alone or without a local, highly knowledgeable, and skilled traffic defense lawyer could be problematic. You could start by contacting one of the experienced attorneys at Andrew […]
More8 Types of Lawyers You Should NOT Hire
It is important to hire the right lawyer for your case. Here are 8 types of lawyers you should NOT hire and the kind of lawyers to look out for. If you still have questions, contact our attorneys at Andrew Flusche, Attorney at Law today. 1. The Too-Busy-For-You Lawyer Some attorneys distance themselves from clients. […]
MoreFailure to Appear and Capias Warrants in Virginia
Video – click to watch instead of reading. If you had a court date for a traffic or misdemeanor case in Virginia and you failed to appear, you may be facing a capias warrant in VA. What does capias mean? A capias warrant is also known as a bench warrant. If you’re lucky, you’ll just […]
MoreWhat Are the Most Common Field Sobriety Tests?
Police will go to great lengths to prove you were impaired by alcohol or drugs at a car stop. Why? Well, drunk or impaired driving is dangerous, and the police want to make the roads safer for all of us. That’s great. However, law enforcement officers still use antiquated detection methods to determine if someone […]
MoreWhat Is An Unlawful Traffic Stop?
You have rights if you’re the victim of an illegal traffic stop. However, you’ll need an experienced and skilled defense lawyer to help you protect those rights. In Spotsylvania, Fredericksburg, and the surrounding areas, I’ve worked with many people like you to overcome the harm caused by an illegal traffic stop. Call Andrew Flusche, Attorney […]
MoreAre There Penalties for Refusing to Take a Breathalyzer Test in Virginia?
Refusing a breathalyzer test can be a crime in Virginia. If you refuse a breathalyzer test under certain circumstances, you will probably violate Virginia Code section 18.2-268.3. The bad news is that Virginia can convict you of refusing a breathalyzer test even if you are acquitted of DUI. Virginia DUI Laws In Virginia, you are […]
MoreWhat Is the Difference Between a DUI and DWI in Virginia?
Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) are legal concepts people sometimes use interchangeably. While the difference between DWI and DUI might be significant in some states, there is very little difference between the two in Virginia. No matter which abbreviation you use to refer to the charges, DUI vs. DWI in […]
MoreCan You Get a DUI on a Bike?
In many states, driving under the influence (DUI) laws apply to motor vehicles and bicycle riders. However, Virginia’s driving while intoxicated rules under Code of Virginia § 18.2-266 apply to those who drive or operate a motor vehicle, engine, or train while under the influence of alcohol. Although bicycles are not motor vehicles for the […]
MoreRepeat DUI Offenders
According to a study on repeat DUI offenders, driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the most commonly committed offenses in the nation. DUI charges account for nearly a third of substance-related arrests. As a result, many states, including Virginia, maintain strict drunk driving laws. The Commonwealth makes little distinction between types of motor […]
MoreIs Reckless Driving a Criminal Offense in Virginia?
At Andrew Flusche, Attorney at Law, PLC, we know how severely it can impact your life if the police charge you with reckless driving. You may be subject to penalties that can create barriers to employment or cause you to lose your driver’s license. You may want to know, Is reckless driving a criminal offense? […]
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