Overview Of Virginia Uniform Summons
What Is a Virginia Uniform Summons? You may be wondering, what is a uniform summons? Is a summons a ticket? Virginia Uniform Summons is a ticket. In Virginia, when you’re given a traffic ticket and even some misdemeanor charges, the officer writes out the charge on a document called a Virginia Uniform Summons. This document […]
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Pros and Cons to Accepting a Plea Deal in a DUI Case
Being charged with a DUI in Virginia can be a stressful and confusing experience. The legal repercussions can significantly impact your driving privileges, finances, and employment. Depending on the circumstances of your case, the prosecutor might offer you a plea deal, also called a plea bargain. Should you accept the plea deal for a DUI? […]
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Road Rage—Is It Considered Reckless Driving or Aggressive Driving?
Have you ever been cut off in traffic, sending your heart rate into overdrive? Slammed on the brakes for a tailgater who seems oblivious to the space between cars? Have you witnessed someone lose their mind and yell obscenities at another driver? That’s road rage, and Virginia ranks #4 in the nation for it. You […]
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Virginia Speeding Tickets: Everything You Need to Know
Were you recently stopped for speeding and issued a Virginia speeding ticket? At Andrew Flusche, Attorney at Law I regularly work with clients who come to me and say, “I got a speeding ticket in Virginia,” and do not know what penalties they are facing or how to fight Virginia speeding ticket fines. Getting a […]
MoreVirginia DMV Reckless Driving Campaigns: Raising Awareness About the Dangers of Reckless Driving
In recent years, Virginia has been at the forefront of efforts to combat reckless driving, spearheading speeding campaigns to curb this dangerous behavior on the roads. From high-impact ad campaigns to stringent law enforcement, the state’s approach is multifaceted, reflecting the seriousness of this issue. Virginia’s “Road Shark” campaign aggressively targets aggressive driving behaviors, leading […]
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3-Hour Rule & Implied Consent in Virginia
Navigating Virginia’s driving under the influence (DUI) laws demands a comprehensive understanding of specific statutes that impact drivers. Drivers and defense attorneys must understand two critical aspects: Implied Consent Rule and the 3 hour rule. These legal frameworks are significant in DUI charges and their defense strategies. What Is the Implied Consent Law? The cornerstone […]
MoreWhat Is A Preliminary Breath Test and How Is It Calibrated for Accuracy?
If you’re on trial for DUI in Virginia, you should know how the preliminary breath test (PBT) must be checked for accuracy and calibrated. If that device can’t be proven to be in proper working order, it shouldn’t be allowed into evidence at trial. Video: What is a Preliminary Breath Test (PBT)? It’s the box […]
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Miranda Rights Don’t Apply for DUI Field Sobriety Tests
One of the most common frequently asked questions I get regarding Virginia DUI / DWI cases has to do with Miranda rights. We’ve talked about what the Miranda rights are, and I have a video coming out about Miranda rights in a DUI case. At What Point During A DUI Investigation Should the Miranda Warning […]
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Can You do VASAP Out of State?
Yes. If you’re found guilty of a DUI or DWI in Virginia, one of the required punishments is that you do the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP). That program is going to be based in the local court where your offense is pending, or where you’re found guilty. However, VASAP, in the local court, […]
MoreIs VASAP Required for A Virginia DUI / DWI?
What Is VASAP? VASAP stands for: Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program. In a nutshell, if you’re convicted of DUI / DWI in Virginia, the court has to order you to complete VASAP. Yep, it’s a pain. Is VASAP Required For Virginia DUI? Virginia Code 18.2-271.1 provides the VASAP requirement. It says that anyone convicted of […]
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