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 […]
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Failure To Maintain Control Of Vehicle VA Code 46.2-853
In many Virginia accident cases, the Commonwealth charges at least one driver with reckless driving. The main statute used for this charge is VA Code 46.2-853. That statute – 46.2-853 – is brief: “Commit reckless driving by operating a vehicle without proper control or with faulty brakes on any highway.” Failure To Maintain Control of […]
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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 […]
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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How Long Does it Take to Get a Restricted License?
One of the most common issues after being convicted of a DWI in Virginia is getting a restricted license so you can drive to work, to school, to a doctor’s appointment, etc. The problem is, it can take a little while to get the restricted license in order, so one common question clients have is: […]
MoreWhat Happens If My DUI Case Is Dismissed in VA?
After a period of uncertainty, you’ve learned that your DUI case has been dismissed in Virginia. This news may bring a sense of relief, but it’s normal to have lingering questions about what this outcome means for your record, driving privileges, and day-to-day life. This guide will explain what happens when a case is dismissed […]
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. Going to court for a […]
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