DUI Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test
A police officer shines a penlight across your eyes. They tell you to follow it left to right. Your vision blurs under the pressure of the flashing blue lights, but the officer writes something down. That simple motion—your eye flickering—is now the centerpiece of a criminal case. In Virginia, this exam is called the horizontal […]
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Reckless Driving for Racing in Virginia
The roar of an engine on an empty Virginia highway may feel exhilarating, but that moment of adrenaline can change your future in seconds. Under Virginia law, prosecutors charge racing as reckless driving. That means illegal street racing charges carry the weight of a criminal offense, with penalties that can include jail time, license suspension, […]
MoreHow To Get A Concealed Carry Permit in Virginia
You may be wondering how to get a concealed carry permit in VA. Applications for concealed handgun permits in Virginia have risen significantly in recent years. The vast majority of applicants—nearly 90%—receive their permit within 45 days. The 10% or so who receive a denial notice have the right to appeal. If you are in […]
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Penalty for Driving with an Expired License in Virginia
If you got a ticket for driving with an expired license in Virginia, you’re in the right place. I can help with your case. Let’s look at the law, penalties, and defenses you may have. Then when you’re ready for individual help, you can contact me directly to get started. The Law for Expired License […]
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In Virginia, Must You Sign the Ticket the Officer Gives You? Are You Admitting Guilt?
If you receive a ticket for a traffic or misdemeanor offense in Virginia, the officer gives you the ticket and usually asks you to sign it. Many people wonder what signing the ticket actually means. When you read the Virginia Uniform Summons, you will see that the line where you sign is just saying by […]
MoreWinner of the 2025 Flusche & Fitzgerald Law School Scholarship!
We’re pleased to announce the winner of the 2025 Flusche & Fitzgerald Law School Scholarship: Kayla Campbell Kayla will begin her first year at South Texas College of Law this fall. Her interest in becoming an attorney was sparked the summer before her last year of high school, when she worked for a criminal defense […]
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Can The Police Pull You Over For a Pine Tree Air Freshener?
It depends upon your state. Key Takeaways Many states allow police to stop drivers for hanging objects, such as pine tree air fresheners, if they obstruct the driver’s view. Virginia law changed in 2021: while dangling objects are still prohibited, police cannot pull you over solely for that reason—they need another valid basis first. […]
MoreIs It Worth It to Go to Court for a Simple Speeding Ticket?
You’re driving through Virginia, maybe a bit over the speed limit, when flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror. You’re given a ticket, and now you’re faced with a choice—pay the fine and move on, or go to court and fight. Before deciding, consider how paying it impacts your future. Key Takeaways Paying a speeding […]
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Virginia Cell Phone Laws: How To Fight A Cell Phone Ticket
Did you know that Virginia prohibits holding a phone while driving? As of January 1, 2021, that’s now a traffic infraction with a minimum $125 fine AND three points on your driving record. Let’s talk about the law and how you can fight it. Key Takeaways Virginia law bans holding a phone while driving, with […]
MoreVirginia’s New Expungement Law Explained
You’ve worked tirelessly to turn your life around, but a single charge from your past casts a shadow over job interviews, housing applications, or even your license. Maybe it was a misdemeanor from years ago, something you never imagined would follow you this far. Now, you’ve heard Virginia has revamped its expungement laws. But what […]
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