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Unfortunately, yes. If you are convicted of DUI or DWI in Virginia, you will be ordered to complete VASAP. That basically means that you have to do whatever they say. In some cases, that includes Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). The court normally won’t tell VASAP the specifics of what your program should include. I always tell […]
MoreIf an officer asks to search your vehicle, just say NO. Be polite, but say NO. Video Transcription Hello, my name is Andrew Flusche. I’m a Virginia traffic and misdemeanor attorney. Today I wanted to talk about one simple thing: if you’re ever stopped in a vehicle and the officer asks if he can search […]
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Did you know that you have the right to cross-examine the actual lab tech who analyzes your blood sample for a DUI / DWI or the alleged marijuana in a possession of marijuana case? That’s right. The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution gives you the right to confront the witnesses against you. That means […]
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If you have a Washington, D.C. driver’s license, and you’re charged with Virginia reckless driving, watch out! You may already know that it’s not just a ticket. You’re actually charged with a misdemeanor on the same level as Virginia DUI. But did you know that a reckless conviction could cause your DC license to be […]
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A recent case made headlines here in Virginia because the judge dismissed a reckless driving charge that was brought against a driver who struck and killed a pedestrian. The evidence essentially showed that the driver was probably reading a text message when his vehicle struck the pedestrian. There was no other evidence of other distractions […]
MoreIf you received a Virginia traffic or reckless driving ticket and you hold a CDL (commercial driver’s license), you need to talk with an experienced traffic attorney. Your friends may have been through similar tickets, but yours is different. Your CDL presents a unique hurdle that could be a problem in court. Video Transcription Hello, […]
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A lot of people think a reckless driving charge is just a ticket. They pay it and wait for a possible insurance hike. But it can have much more serious ramifications. I’ve written before about reckless driving being a misdemeanor offense. It’s a crime, not just a traffic ticket. Even worse, a reckless driving conviction […]
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If you get a reckless driving ticket for speed in Virginia, it’s usually due to radar or LIDAR (laser). Those are the two most common methods of speed determination in Virginia. However, sometimes officers pace drivers. It surprises some people to learn that pacing IS a valid way to measure speed, at least in Virginia. […]
MoreReckless driving in Virginia is a serious misdemeanor offense. Apparently it’s taken seriously in Australia too. This video shows an 81-year-old Australian driver going the wrong way on the road for several miles. You can see him through the lens of several traffic cameras. He’s weaving in and out of LOTS of traffic and miraculously […]
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You read that right, but let me explain. Basically, Virginia law prohibits anyone under the age of 21 from purchasing or possessing alcohol (with a few exceptions). Thus, the Commonwealth has to prove that you were in fact under 21 at the time of the alleged offense. Here’s the rub: It doesn’t matter how old […]
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I recommend Andrew without any reservations. It was evident during our initial consultation over the phone, that I was dealing with a great lawyer. I think one of his biggest strengths is his mediation skills...
Everything involved with my case was handled in a professional and timely matter, I couldn’t be happier with the entire process and its outcome.
I was so satisfied by the clarity Attorney Flusche explained my case before the court that I have listed him as the first call my organization will make if any of my drivers are ever pulled over again in Virginia.
