Stopped for Evading a Roadblock?
The police love using roadblocks to check for DUI and license-related violations like driving on a suspended license. Did you know that evading a roadblock isn’t illegal in Virginia? To be legally stopped *before* you hit the roadblock, you must do something suspicious. Transcription I’ve had this video transcribed for visitors who prefer to read […]
MoreSave Yourself a Trip to Court with a Virginia Traffic Lawyer
One great reason to call a Virginia traffic lawyer: it might save you from coming to court. A defendant from California learned the hard way that traveling in from out-of-state doesn’t necessarily beat the charge. Transcription I’ve had this video transcribed for visitors who prefer to read the content. Hello, I’m Andrew Flusche. Today I […]
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Challenge the Stop to Beat the Charge
Most traffic cases involve a stop of a moving motor vehicle. In cases such as DUI / DWI and driving on a suspended license, the stop itself is critical to the government’s case against you. I’ll save you from the technical legal points. Here’s the gist: The U.S. Constitution guarantees us the right to be […]
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Reckless Driving Changes Currently Pending
Last updated – 3/20/11 Virginia’s laws on reckless driving are already complicated. There are fourteen different varieties of this misdemeanor traffic offense. If the General Assembly has it’s way, the laws will continue to grow. Several bills are pending in the 2011 Virginia General Assembly to alter reckless driving laws. These are just few that […]
MoreHow to Read Speedometer Calibrations
Speedometer calibrations can be great tools for speeding and reckless driving defense. However, you need to know what to look for on the calibration report. Don’t go into court unprepared. Transcription I’ve had this video transcribed for visitors who prefer to read the content. Hello, I’m Andrew Flusche. Today I wanted to talk a little […]
MoreReckless Driving on a Moped
Virginia reckless driving encompasses all vehicles that can transport humans, except human-powered devices. So you can be charged with reckless driving on a moped. Transcription I’ve had this video transcribed for visitors who prefer to read the content. Hello, I’m Andrew Flusche. I’m talking to you today about reckless driving in vehicles other than cars. […]
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Commercial Drivers May Have New Traffic Option
Commercial drivers have a hard job to do. They’re integral to our economy, and yet they get little respect. Virginia law even prohibits them from attending driving school to reduce or dismiss a traffic ticket. Virginia Code 46.2-505 says that judges cannot use driving school for any holder of a commercial driver’s license or any […]
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Watch Out for I-95 Speed Limits
As I wrote earlier this year, the speed limits in Virginia are changing. As of July 1, 2010, the maximum possible speed limit is 70 mph. But don’t go 70 unless the signs are posted. That’s the key. You have to watch the signs on the interstates in Virginia. The speed limit can vary anywhere […]
MoreUse Care When Changing Your Virginia Traffic Court Date
If you have a Virginia traffic ticket, you have to be extra careful when attempting to change the court date. Don’t make a mistake or assume the clerk processed your fax. You could end up convicted in your absence. Transcription I’ve had this video transcribed below for visitors who prefer to read the content. Hello […]
MoreHow Can I Undo a Traffic Conviction? – Appeal or Reopen
Lots of people call me after missing their Virginia traffic court date or getting a result they’re unhappy with. Fortunately, there are some options in Virginia. You may be able to appeal the conviction or reopen the case. Transcription I’ve had the video transcribed below for visitors who prefer to read the content Hello, I’m […]
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