Driving under the influence is taken seriously in Virginia, and the authorities seek to get drivers who have been drinking off the road. Still, just because a driver is alleged to have been under the influence does not automatically imply guilt. The case and its...
According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, alcohol- and drug-related fatalities have fallen by 37% over the past three decades, in part due to the state’s strict DUI standards. It’s vital for people who struggle with substance abuse to familiarize...
Virginia residents who have been pulled over by the police probably experienced a bit of nervousness over the encounter. This uneasiness can become full-blown anxiety for drivers who are asked to perform a field sobriety test due to an officer's suspicion that they...
A campaign aimed at educating Virginia drivers about the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol began on Aug. 26 and will run on holiday weekends for the rest of the year. Known as Checkpoint Strikeforce, the campaign also has an enforcement element and...
With the holidays coming up, you might find yourself indulging in a few drinks at a bar, casual get-together or holiday party. But if you choose to get behind the wheel afterwards, your decision to drink and drive can have major consequences. Virginia DWI penalties...
While not all states allow sobriety checkpoints, Virginia has decided that the importance of public safety outweighs a resident's right from unreasonable search and seizure. However, there are still ways to keep from getting stopped at one. Here are just a few. Why...
For Virginians who are arrested, charged, and convicted of drunk driving, the penalties and stigma that surrounds it can be difficult to deal with. There are times when a person who has one conviction will be in a situation in which he or she is charged with the same...
With drunk driving a prevalent problem in Virginia and across the nation, it is no surprise that law enforcement is on the lookout for drivers who might be operating under the influence. A motorist who is stopped on suspicion of drunk driving, investigated, and...
When there is a car accident in Virginia, the law enforcement investigation will include checking to see if it was due to driving under the influence. If an officer does suspect that a driver was under the influence, he or she could face drunk driving charges. Even...
Facing charges related to driving under the influence in Portsmouth and throughout Virginia will create fear and trepidation for anyone. This is worse when another person suffers injuries or is killed and those charges are increased to felony DUI. In the immediate...