Charged with Aggressive Driving in Virginia: What You Should Know
Aggressive driving is dangerous and can cause serious or even deadly accidents. That’s why Virginia law enforcement officers crack down on aggressive drivers whenever they can. However, the police are not always right and often make mistakes. Unfortunately, their mistakes could have serious consequences for you. If you have a charge in Virginia for aggressive […]
MoreResisting an Arrest and Assaulting a Police Officer in Virginia: Overview
No one starts their day with the expectation of being arrested by law enforcement. Inevitably, people all across Virginia are arrested every day for a wide variety of criminal violations. Some violations warrant a significant stint behind bars, and other charges can result in as little as a fine. But regardless of how minor the […]
MoreWhat Happens if I Don’t Stop for Law Enforcement in Virginia?
Many law enforcement agencies use traffic stops to uncover other potential driver violations. For example, an officer who stops you for running a stop sign might have more serious charges in mind, like a DUI. The most common driver response when a police officer attempts to pull them over is to pull over to the […]
MoreWinner of Fall 2021 Andrew Flusche Scholarship
We’re happy to announce the winner of the Fall 2021 Andrew Flusche Scholarship. Asjia Roberson produced this well-done and creative video about how motorists can share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists! Asjia is from Redondo Beach, CA. She will be attending the University of Southern California where she will be an Architecture major. Asjia […]
MoreWhat Is the Severity of Speeding Offenses in Virginia?
At some point in their lives, most people have decided to drive faster than the posted speed limit. However, drivers should know that speeding offenses can carry serious consequences, particularly if you were traveling fast enough for your offense to be considered reckless driving. I am Andrew Flusche, Attorney at Law, a dedicated Virginia traffic […]
MoreVirginia Misdemeanor Classes and Penalties Overview
Virginia divides criminal violations into two broad categories: misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanors typically involve less serious offenses, while felony violations concern more serious crimes. In most cases, misdemeanor convictions carry a shorter sentence for the defendant than felony convictions. Additionally, defendants typically serve misdemeanor sentences at a county jail facility instead of a state prison, […]
MoreWhat You Need to Know About Speeding in Virginia as an Out-of-State Resident
If you ever drive in Virginia, you need to know something about Virginia traffic laws, especially Virginia speeding tickets. Did you know that you can go to jail over a Virginia speeding ticket? Even if your speeding offense is not serious enough to warrant jail time, you could still place your ability to drive in […]
MoreWhat Can Cause a False Positive on a Breathalyzer Test?
Many states across the nation have statutes criminalizing the operation of motor vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or other narcotics. In most cases, DUI laws prevent intoxicated drivers from operating motor vehicles and allow law enforcement to arrest individuals who violate the law. However, circumstances can arise when police officers improperly arrest or […]
MoreWhat Are the Penalties for a Fourth Offense DUI in Virginia?
Drunk driving results in the loss of thousands of lives each year across the state of Virginia. In fact, 264 of Virginia’s 827 traffic fatalities involved the presence of alcohol. Virginia criminalizes the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, and law enforcement authorities enforce DUI statutes with consistency. In […]
MoreVirginia Misdemeanor and Felony Classifications
If you’re accused of violating the law in Virginia, you may be wondering if you’re charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. The difference between a Virginia misdemeanor and a felony is what the potential range of punishments is. In general, a misdemeanor only carries jail up to 12 months, and a felony carries possible […]
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