Summer is coming to a close in Virginia, and Labor Day is often considered the last hurrah of the season. It is also a popular time to have picnics and parties, often where alcohol is served. Most people in Virginia are responsible drinkers and are aware that drunk...
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Month: August 2018
Tips for co-parenting during the school year after a divorce
Kids throughout Virginia are getting ready for the new school year. For parents that are divorced, however, preparing their child for school involves more than simply buying new shoes and school supplies. They will need to make sure that their child custody and...
What rights to Virginia juveniles have when accused of a crime?
Teenagers in Virginia sometimes make mistakes or fall in with the wrong crowd. They are still developing mentally and do not have the foresight or maturity of a grown adult. For these reasons, except in the case of serious criminal offenses, a juvenile accused of a...
Virginia still takes a hard stance against marijuana crimes
Marijuana use is increasingly being seen as beneficial in certain circumstances. Many states have legalized the cultivation, sale and use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. However, recreational use of the drug is still illegal in most states, including Virginia. In...
Postnuptial agreements are as practical as prenuptial agreements
For many couples in Virginia, the months and weeks leading up to their wedding is an exciting time, as they dream about their future "'til death do us part." And while couples may see the world through rose-tinted glasses prior to marriage, the fact is that not every...
Student loan debt a factor in some divorces, survey says
Years ago, it was entirely possible to pay your way through college by working a part time job and perhaps taking out a small loan. After graduation, you would be able to get a well-paying job, so the loan was easily paid back. During this time, you would be able to...
4 mistakes that make a divorce even harder
Divorce is common in Virginia. In fact, the city with the highest divorce rate is Dumbarton where 18.9 percent of the population has gone through divorce. Divorcing from a spouse costs people both time and money. However, there are mistakes spouses...
What is an ignition interlock device and how does it work?
If you are convicted in Virginia on charges of driving while intoxicated or maiming of another resulting from driving while intoxicated, under Virginia Code §18.2-270.1, you may have to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle. This is in addition to...
Virginia law recognizes two separate drunk driving offenses
Most people in Virginia are aware that if they are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, the police may administer a chemical test, such as a breath test, to determine the driver's blood alcohol content. It is well known that if the driver's BAC measures at 0.08...
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