What Should I Expect at an Arraignment in Virginia?
Your name is called, and your heart pounds as you enter the courtroom. The judge looks at you over the bench. This is your arraignment—the moment when your charges are officially presented. What is an arraignment hearing? Will you walk out free, or will you face immediate legal hurdles? Knowing what to expect from the […]
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What is the Difference Between M-Radar and S-Radar?
If you received a reckless driving by speed ticket or a speeding ticket in Virginia, in the area where it describes the charge on your ticket, the officer may have made notes. Typically it will show the actual speed you are charged with. Sometimes it will say “speeding” or “reckless driving by speed”, or sometimes […]
MoreTraffic Infractions and Violations in Virginia
Understanding how traffic infractions impact your driving record is essential for anyone navigating Virginia’s roads. If you’re wondering, Do traffic infractions go on your record? The answer is yes—but it is important to differentiate between a driving record and a criminal record. Some traffic violations may escalate to criminal offenses, depending on the circumstances. Knowing […]
MoreCan You Trust a Laser Gun Speeding Ticket?
Laser speed detectors, known as LIDAR guns, are a cornerstone of modern traffic enforcement. These devices measure vehicle speed, and the police typically use them to catch people who drive over the speed limit. Your relative speed plays a significant role in the penalties you may face for a speeding ticket, leading many individuals who […]
MoreBreathalyzer Tests: How Often Are Breathalyzers Wrong?
Breathalyzer devices are commonly used across Virginia to evaluate a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Although these tools are considered reliable, they are not infallible. But just how often are breathalyzers wrong? At Flusche & Fitzgerald, we understand how daunting it can be to face DUI charges based on potentially flawed breathalyzer results. Our mission […]
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What Is Considered Reckless Driving in Virginia: A Comprehensive Guide
What is Virginia’s Reckless Driving Law? Reckless driving in Virginia encompasses a wide variety of offenses and for the first-time ticket-holder for a reckless driving offense, you may be surprised at what exactly is considered reckless driving. The first and most unexpected part of reckless driving, especially for out-of-state drivers, is the reckless-driving-by-speed statute. Virginia […]
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Rejection Stickers Provide Legal Stops
Are you driving on a rejection sticker? If so, you’re inviting the police to pull you over. Virginia law allows officers to stop any vehicle who they have a “reasonable articulable suspicion” to believe is in violation of a law. I like to refer to this standard as “more than a hunch.” This means that […]
MoreEluding Police in Virginia—What Are the Penalties?
Eluding police is a significant criminal offense that courts and prosecutors take seriously. Police chases endanger everyone on the road, including the fleeing suspect, surrounding motorists, and the pursuing officers. However, there are two sides to every story. The right lawyer could help you tell your story, make your voice heard, and possibly exonerate yourself. […]
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Virginia Hit and Run is a Serious Charge
What Is A Hit And Run In Virginia? Virginia has a very complex set of laws that govern your duties if you’re involved in an accident while in a motor vehicle. Altogether they’re referred to in the slang term of “hit and run”; however, by law, it is called “leaving the scene of an accident.” […]
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Can a Cop Pull You Over for No Reason?
Navigating the legality of traffic stops, this article delves into whether police can pull you over without cause, highlighting the necessity of reasonable suspicion and lawful grounds for such actions. Key Takeaways In the U.S., police must have reasonable suspicion of law violation for a traffic stop. Examples include speeding, expired registration, or signs of […]
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