The negatives resulting from a drunk driving conviction go beyond legal consequences. When a Virginian is convicted of any crime, particularly driving under the influence, their reputation in the community takes a hit. This is particularly true for highly respected...
Driving drunk in Virginia can have serious consequences, regardless of how many prior offenses you have. However, penalties will vary based on the circumstances of your case. It is helpful to know what a DUI is and what you may be facing if you are charged with one.If...
The holiday season is well underway, and for many of our readers this means indulging in some holiday cocktails. Before you drive home, you should be aware that there has been an increase in drunk driving cases in Virginia during the holidays. Over the 2015...
If you have been arrested for a DUI in Virginia, you may be wondering what the next steps are. Your first move after your DUI arrest should usually be to begin to assess the appropriate legal defense strategies, and figure out whether you should plead guilty or not...
Getting pulled over by an officer can be a nerve racking experience. If an officer suspects that you are driving under the influence in Virginia, you may be arrested for a DUI. An arrest occurs when you have been taken into police custody and are not free to leave. An...
Drunk driving has become prevalent amongst young people in this country. College students facing drunk driving charges have a lot to lose if they are found guilty. In addition to license suspension, hefty fines and substance abuse counseling, a DUI charge can remain...
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, especially when those charges can lead to serious penalties. Each year, numerous Virginia residents are charged with DUI or DWI; however, not all are convicted. Making a defense against drunk driving charges could help...
It's no secret that law enforcement officials have cracked down on drunk driving all across the United States. With the hundreds of serious injuries and fatalities that occur each year in drunk driving accidents, this increased enforcement is clearly necessary. When a...
Many people associate DUI arrests with devastating car accidents resulting in serious injuries. However, it is important to know that even if there was no accident, you can still be arrested and charged with a DUI. One Virginia Beach bus driver learned this firsthand...
Virginia Beach police are investigating a recent car accident that left one 33-year old woman dead. According to investigators, the accident occurred on a recent Sunday, around 2:30 a.m. A Chevy Malibu attempted to make a left turn onto Greenwich Road when a Ford...