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Summer is in full swing and our calendars are full with BBQs, pool parties, and outdoor activities. As we embrace the festivities, often with a refreshing drink in hand, it's important to keep responsible consumption in mind. The DUI Laws in Virginia are very serious...
Driving under the influence is a serious offense. When it results in injuries to others, the legal consequences in Virginia can be severe. Criminal penalties Virginia's DUI laws are stringent, imposing harsh penalties for those found guilty of driving under the...
Drinking is endemic in our culture. In permeates everything we do as a society, from sporting events to amusement parks, you can find alcohol. But, if you partake in drinking and driving, Virginia, as with all other states, chose to punish you with a DUI charge. It...
Driving a motor vehicle under the influence (DUI) of an intoxicating substance, such as alcohol or drugs, is a Class 1 misdemeanor for a first offense in Virginia. For a driver to be presumed to be intoxicated, their blood alcohol level must be at least 0.08%. After...
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Virginia. Individuals found guilty of this crime can face significant penalties. Understanding the legal consequences may help you decide on your next steps if you face these charges. First offense penalties...
Many transportation companies may emphasize that truckers should not drink and drive. However, truckers may face DUI charges if they take drugs before getting behind the wheel. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, drugs can affect a person's ability...
When an officer pulls you over on a routine traffic stop, they may issue tests if they have suspicion you are driving under the influence. But a breath analysis test may not be the first thing you take. Instead, you might face a field sobriety test. But what are these...
DUI checkpoints occur when officers set up on a roadway and stop all vehicles coming through the area to check for drunk drivers. In comparison to normal traffic stops, the checkpoint will allow them to check every vehicle traveling on the road. There are some...
Getting a DUI in Virginia may jeopardize your driving privileges until you meet the requirements to have your license reinstated. Depending on your situation, you may qualify for a restricted license. As part of having a restricted license, you will need to agree to...