There are a lot of Virginian's who try to do the right thing and seek a sober ride home after consuming alcoholic beverages. But on busy nights, such as during holiday celebrations or even this past Super Bowl weekend, it can be hard for some people to find a reliable...
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Is driving after taking a prescription drug illegal in Virginia?
Like many of our surrounding states, Virginia now recognizes the benefits of medical marijuana, which is why our legislature last year passed a house bill that now allows a very small percentage of residents access to medicinal cannabis. But while this new law affects...
The consequences of underage drinking and driving
There are a lot of young people, and perhaps even some parents, who might not have a problem with giving someone who is under the legal age a few alcoholic beverages. Some parents might especially think it's okay if they know the young person is being watched by a...
How driving drunk could lose you your CDL in Virginia
If you are a commercial driver, you probably appreciate your driving privileges a lot more than most. That's because your commercial driver's license is more than just a way for you to get around, it gives you access to a source of income. Without it, you wouldn't be...
Could lowering the drinking age be a good thing for Virginians?
Most of today's readers know that the legal national drinking age is 21. But do you know why? If you don't, that's okay. Few know that the age of 21 was set on July 17, 1984 when then President Ronald Reagan signed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act. The act...
What is the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program?
According to the state of Virginia, 86 percent of all criminal activity is related to alcohol or drugs. As a result of that belief, the state has been working hard to reduce those behaviors since at least 1966, when the MANN Commission was formed to assess accepting...
My license is suspended without an ignition interlock. What’s up?
Virginia has some of the toughest drunk driving laws in the nation, and that includes requiring even first-time DUI offenders to install a Breathalyzer-like device in their cars in order to keep driving. As you may know, even a first-time conviction for DUI in...
South of Leesburg: aggressive driving and DUI enforcement zone
If you drive about 11 miles south of Leesburg on Rt. 15, you'll be in the heart of a new Loudoun County Sheriff and Virginia State Police enforcement zone. The two agencies say they are teaming up to target aggressive and impaired drivers in the area around the...
Can I get a DUI while taking prescription drugs?
You and your Loudoun County doctor undoubtedly have perfectly valid reasons for the prescription drugs you take. But if you're taking medications that impair your ability to drive, you should know that you can be arrested in Virginia for driving under the...
Virginia gets five-star rating for DUI efforts
Mothers Against Drunk Drivers has issued its annual report, and the Commonwealth of Virginia has once again received the highest award of five stars. The report gives a star to states in each of five categories focused on DUI prevention and punishment efforts.Virginia...
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