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Conviction of driving under the influence (DUI) can seriously affect your life, especially if you have to spend time in jail, pay a hefty fine, or lose your driver’s license. When the circumstances of your DUI include certain aggravating factors, the punishment you face becomes harsher. Being charged with an aggravated DUI in Virginia can […]
MoreNearly 40 people die every day in drunk driving crashes in the United States. As a result, most states, including Virginia, maintain strict laws against drunk driving. It’s important to remember that the consequences of drunk driving extend beyond the immediate incident and can have a lasting impact on various aspects of an individual’s life. […]
MoreSometimes drivers pick up an out-of-state DUI charge while only temporarily in or visiting Virginia. If you find yourself in this situation, representation from a highly-experienced Virginia DUI lawyer can help you minimize the impact an out-of-state DUI can have on your life. You should act fast to ensure that you have the best chance […]
MoreWhat is Ignition Interlock? Ignition interlock is a device that is installed in your vehicle, locking down your ignition so that you can’t start the vehicle without going through the device. The point of ignition interlock in Virginia is to determine whether or not the operator of the vehicle has alcohol in their system. Some […]
MoreLike other states, Virginia imposes a minimum drinking age of 21. That means possessing, drinking, or purchasing alcohol is illegal for anyone under the age of 21. Although no one expects to face an underage DUI charge, it happens more often than you might think. In 2019, 17% of high school students reported riding with […]
MoreHow Do I Reinstate My Suspended License in Virginia? Getting Help from an Experienced Virginia Traffic Lawyer Is Your First Step! When I advise clients about their case, they are primarily worried about jail time. The next question my new clients always ask is, What is the minimum license suspension if found guilty of a […]
MoreEveryone with a commercial driver’s license (CDL) knows they face more scrutiny than the average driver, especially when drinking and driving are involved. CDL drivers in Virginia have a lower threshold for DUI when driving a commercial vehicle because of the inherent danger commercial vehicles present to everyone on the road. Virginia law holds CDL […]
MoreDriving is not a “right” guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution to the laws of Virginia. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (VDMV) uses a point system to rate Virginia drivers. Under this framework, those who abuse their driving privilege may incur demerit points. But how many demerit points is a DUI? The number of points […]
MoreDriving under the influence or DUI is a misnomer in Virginia because the law does not require individuals to be driving to be convicted. Virginia law permits convictions for DUI in cases where the accused was “operating” a vehicle even if the car was parked and not moving. As such, the no-driving defense in DUI […]
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The police use checkpoints or roadblocks to try to enforce different traffic laws and traffic objectives, such as catching people who are drinking while driving. If you were caught in one of these checkpoints there is good news for you. These cases can be beaten! If you have questions regarding DUI checkpoints related to your […]
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