The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported there were more than 100,000 drug overdose deaths in 2022. One of the best ways to save a life when someone takes too much of a drug is to call for immediate medical assistance. The problem is that many people...
Public safety and preventing potential harm are paramount concerns in any community. One question that often arises is whether throwing objects from roofs in Virginia is illegal. Looking at the relevant state laws will help determine the answer. Virginia Code Section...
Virginia takes driving under the influence very seriously. The penalties in the state are among the harshest in the nation. Despite this strong stance, DUIs continue to happen within the state. But authorities keep working toward deterring people from getting behind...
After repeated cases where citizens have accused police officers of violating civil rights and using excessive force, the Commonwealth of Virginia decided to establish further protections for its residents. In March 2021, a law went into effect that bans no-knock...
If law enforcement officers charge you with simple drug possession, then you can expect relatively moderate penalties from a conviction. If you stand accused of possession with the intent to distribute, however, you will likely face much harsher consequences. Where...
Young adults expect to have fun in college and look forward to making new connections through social and extracurricular organizations. Various fraternal groups include games and challenges for initiation, and this has been a practice for centuries. However, students...
Specific state and federal laws govern law enforcement's ability to search and seize property. If police seized your property without your consent, you should understand what constitutes lawful search and seizure and what does not. What is a seizure? Seizure is the...
Going through a divorce comes with a significant range of emotions. As you and your children navigate this challenging change, finding a new sense of normal can be difficult. Both you and your children will need support as you learn how to cope with the new changes in...
Before 2021, police officers needed a criminal conviction, failed drug test or evidence of neglecting certain standards of training to have their certifications revoked in Virginia. As a result, relatively few officers experienced this disciplinary action. However, in...
After enjoying just a drink or two, you might not think twice about getting behind the wheel. You might say to yourself that you do not feel drunk, or that the small risk of a traffic stop does not justify the cost of calling a cab. The fact is, however, that any...
