Is Texting Reckless Driving in Virginia?
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 […]
MoreTicketed with a CDL – Call a Lawyer
If 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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Reckless Driving in Virginia Could Cause Job Problems
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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Pace Defense for Virginia Reckless Driving Tickets
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. […]
MoreVirginia Reckless Driving – Crazy Australia Video
Reckless 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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Virginia Underage Possession NOT Dismissed Due to Age
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 […]
MoreCan You Drive a Moped With a Suspended License?
If your license is suspended in Virginia, you MIGHT be able to ride a moped. That greatly depends upon the reason for your license suspension. Is it suspended for DUI / DWI or for something like fines and costs? Video Transcription Hello, my name is Andrew Flusche. I’m a Virginia traffic attorney. A lot of […]
MoreChallenge Your DUI Pre-trial License Suspension
If you are charged with DUI / DWI in Virginia, your license gets suspended immediately for a period of 7 or 60 days. You DO have the right to challenge that suspension. Video Transcription Hello, my name is Andrew Flusche. I’m a Virginia traffic attorney. If you’re charged with DUI or DWI in Virginia, you […]
MoreVideo of Yourself Going 185 mph = Reckless Driving Charge
People never cease to amaze me. A guy in Canada thought it would be cool to record the below video while flying along on his motorcycle. Not only is he weaving between cars (down the lane divider), but he also hits 185 mph! I’ve written before about posting things on the internet. It can definitely […]
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Speed Limit NOT Enforced by Aircraft?
If you’ve driven through Virginia, you’ve probably seen signs that say “Speed Limit Enforced by Aircraft.” But have you ever known anyone who got a ticket due to an airplane? I haven’t. Apparently there’s a reason for that. Due to stretched budgets, speed enforcement aviation units around the country are going by the wayside. According […]
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