Dealing with a traffic stop is frustrating enough on its own. Most people who get ticketed by the police decide to just pay the fine and move on with their lives. On the surface, that approach may seem reasonable. Depending on the citation, the fine for the ticket...
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When could you get charged with reckless driving in Virginia?
Most traffic offenses are civil infractions. That means that while you did break the law, the only real repercussion is a citation or traffic ticket. Once you pay the ticket, other than points on your license and potentially increased insurance costs, you won't...
What happens to my vehicle after a DUI arrest?
When you are arrested for an alcohol-related charge, you may wonder just what will happen in terms of your future and the charges against you. You may also wonder what will happen in the immediate future when you are released. Whatever type of vehicle you drove when...
The ignition interlock device
When you are charged with a DUI and subsequently convicted for a second or third time within a decade's span, you face substantially more serious consequences than you may on a first offense. One major adjustment you may struggle with is the enforcement of an ignition...
Driving on a suspended license could cause major problems
If you were arrested on charges of driving after having too much to drink and you refused to comply with blood alcohol testing, you now likely find yourself without a license. While you know there are ways to be granted approval for driving within certain hours...
Will I permanently lose my license after a DWI conviction?
In the state of Virginia, if you are convicted of drunk driving, you may be facing severe penalties. These penalties can include incarceration and hefty fines. Driving while intoxicated is a far-reaching offense. In addition to the sanctions imposed after a...
If my license was suspended in one state, do I lose it in VA?
A lot of people do not just consider their driver's license to be a way for them to get from here to there. For those that realize it, a driver's license can be a means of freedom if not an extremely important tool used to maintain employment. Losing it, as you can...
If my license was suspended for DUI, can I still drive a moped?
Losing your driver's license because of an alcohol-related offense can be a hard blow, especially for those who rely on their vehicle to get them to and from their place of employment. It's because of this fact that we often get asked questions regarding a person's...
How long will an ignition interlock device remain in my car?
If you've just been convicted of a first-time DUI offense here in Virginia then you know why many people call our state drunk-driving laws some of the toughest in the country. That's because, like so many other people who have been in your position, you're probably...
How long will I lose my license if I get a DUI in Virginia?
Whether it's your first DUI charge or you've dealt with others in the past, it's normal to have questions about the criminal charges you're facing and the consequences you might encounter if you are convicted. Most criminal charges can have a significant impact on...
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