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...
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Wedding dress photo series helped woman deal with her divorce
Most brides wear their wedding dress once, then store it in the attic as a memento and, possibly, a family heirloom to be passed down to a daughter or granddaughter someday. But one divorced woman wore her wedding dress everywhere, to change it from a reminder of her...
Will I lose my right to own a gun if I get a felony DUI?
We all make mistakes. It's something we often say on our blog because we understand that no one is perfect and, try as we all might, sometimes our best efforts can end in mistakes we wish we could take back. Take for instance a drunk-driving charge. Many people who...
How do I request a child support modification in Virginia?
The law in Virginia recognizes that things usually change in the years after divorce. Exes find someone new to marry, or move out of state. Children grow into teenagers, and eventually reach adulthood. One ex might go back to school and enter into a lucrative new...
How much will a DUI cost me in Virginia?
The first thing most people are concerned about when they are charged with a DUI offense is whether they need an attorney. Then, most people ask the question we've asked in our post title: How much will a DUI cost me in Virginia? In today's post, it's a question we'd...
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...
Ride-sharing services offer choices to avoid loss of license
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...
Virginia lawmaker reject decriminalizing adultery
The Virginia General Assembly has decided that adultery should remain a crime in the Commonwealth. While the odds of prosecution are likely very low, it does happen occasionally, which should give cheaters something to think about.It will likely surprise many of our...
Yes, officer, my body brews its own beer but I’m sober
Imagine that you are pulled over on the side of the road, addressing a potential issue with your vehicle when a police officer pulls up behind you. Nothing strikes you as odd during the initial conversation with the officer until they ask if you've been drinking. Why...
Proximate cause: Getting a DUI without even driving
Though many of today's readers care little about criminal cases in other states, a very unique one out of New York this month may just give you pause. That's because the case deals with a legal theory that very well could be applied here in Virginia. If so, anyone in...
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