Will a Reckless Driving Charge Affect My Employment?
When you are cited for reckless driving in Virginia, you will realize that this is a misdemeanor offense. I often work with clients who are very concerned about whether the offense will have lasting consequences. In particular, many clients who are facing reckless driving charges want to know: will reckless driving affect employment? In other […]
MorePetty Larceny in Virginia: The Law and the Penalties
Facing petty larceny charges in Virginia can be anxiety-inducing, especially when you do not have a prior criminal record. I regularly represent clients who are facing misdemeanor charges and need help fighting to keep a criminal record clean. I recognize that people can make mistakes, and I also know that law enforcement officials can make […]
MoreScholarship Winner for Spring 2018 – Sidney Brown
We’re proud to announce the winner of The Andrew Flusche Scholarship for the spring of 2018: Sidney Brown. Sidney is from Wiggins, Mississippi. She is attending University of Southern Mississippi to Major in Microbiology and Minor in Chemistry and Spanish. After graduation, she plans to attend medical school and specialize in forensic or clinical pathology. […]
MoreVirginia Speeding Ticket When Out of State
If you’ve received a Virginia speeding ticket when you’re out of state, you’re in the right place to learn how to handle it. The video below will give you a quick overview of the situation. I’m a local attorney who focuses on defending Virginia speeding tickets and misdemeanor charges, and I can probably handle your […]
MoreWhen can you cross the double yellow line?
Did you know that Virginia law does permit you to cross the double yellow line in some circumstances? Check out my video for details:
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Driving Without a License in Virginia
Penalties For Driving Without a License in Virginia The first violation of this statute is a class 2 misdemeanor, which means you can get up to a $1,000 fine and up to 6 months in jail. A second violation becomes a class 1 misdemeanor, which raises the punishment max to a $2,500 fine and up […]
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Virginia Reckless Driving – Out of State Drivers
Are you an out of state driver who’s charged with Virginia reckless driving? You’re probably confused about whether or not you have to come to court and wondering what will happen. Why can’t you just pay this stupid ticket? When you are driving in Virginia and get pulled over and cited for reckless driving, you […]
More[Study] Virginia Counties with the Highest Drunk Driving Fatality Rates
I regularly defend folks who are charged with DUI in Virginia. Our criminal justice system depends upon criminal defense lawyers fighting hard to limit the government’s reach and protect individual rights. At the same time, I recognize that DUI is a serious offense that can result in fatalities. Based on data from the CDC, we […]
More[Infographic] Virginia’s Most Shocking DUI Statistics
Virginia is known for having tough laws against drunk driving and has made efforts to reduce the rates of drunk driving and alcohol-involved crashes. Despite everything that is done to discourage drivers from drinking and driving, drivers continue to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. The infographic below highlights several of the most shocking […]
MoreHow much does a Virginia reckless driving lawyer cost?
If you received a reckless driving ticket, you are probably wondering what to do about it and how much does it even cost to hire a VA reckless driving lawyer? Many of my clients have never needed a lawyer before, so it’s not unusual to be concerned about the costs involved. But as I’ve written […]
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