Types of Traffic Offenses and Their Penalties in Virginia
Traffic offenses often seem minor, but they can have serious consequences. For some, even owing a fine can throw off your monthly budget, not to mention risks like losing your license or spending time in jail. So what is a traffic offense, and what happens if you are accused of one? There are three types […]
MoreHow to Get a Copy of Your Virginia Driving Record
Obtaining Your Virginia DMV Driving Record In many situations where you receive a traffic ticket, it makes sense to obtain a copy of your Virginia DMV driving record before going to court. If you have a good driving record, it can significantly help you at your court hearing and with the judge. Sometimes, it can […]
MoreHow To Find Best Reckless Driving Lawyers in Virginia
Are you looking for the best reckless driving attorney in Virginia? No lawyer can claim to be the best. The Virginia State Bar prohibits it. Sadly, many colleagues seem to ignore that rule. They don’t seem to think that the lawyer advertising rules apply to them. What other rules do they ignore? Do they keep […]
MoreHow Does a DUI Charge Affect Car Insurance in Virginia?
Nearly 40 people die every day in drunk driving crashes in the United States. As a result, most states, including Virginia, maintain strict laws against drunk driving. It’s important to remember that the consequences of drunk driving extend beyond the immediate incident and can have a lasting impact on various aspects of an individual’s life. […]
MoreCan a Dashcam Help You Fight Your VA Traffic Ticket?
In Virginia, individuals have the right to contest and fight traffic tickets even if they think the officer can actually prove it. And with law enforcement relying more on dashcam footage, many motorists wonder, Can a dashcam help you fight your VA traffic ticket? The answer is that, in some situations, dashcam footage can help […]
MoreWill a Reckless Driving Charge Affect My Employment?
When you are cited for reckless driving in Virginia, you will realize that this is a misdemeanor offense. I often work with clients who are very concerned about whether the offense will have lasting consequences. In other words, can a person be fired because of a reckless driving conviction, or can an employer decide not […]
MoreIs a Copy of a Virginia State Police Calibration Acceptable for Court?
One of the biggest issues in a speeding or reckless driving case in Virginia is whether or not the officer has the proper calibration paperwork to prove their case. In some cases, what the officer will have is a copy of a calibration. Is a Virginia State Police calibration copy good enough? The key issue […]
MoreOverview For SB 1182’s Increased Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Coverage
According to a report published by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, approximately 105,600 car crashes occurred in Virginia in 2020. These crashes resulted in approximately 52,668 injuries and 847 fatalities. Additionally, car accidents typically cause thousands of dollars in damage between repair costs and medical bills. But how are these expenses paid after a […]
MoreUltimate Guide to Virginia Overweight Tickets
If you receive a ticket or citation for driving an overweight vehicle in Virginia, you must act quickly to preserve your rights and contest the citation. Even if you believe the citation is 100% accurate, the attorneys at Flusche & Fitzgerald still may be able to help you drastically reduce the fine and penalties. Contest […]
MoreOverview of Underage DUI Charges in Virginia
Like other states, Virginia imposes a minimum drinking age of 21. That means possessing, drinking, or purchasing alcohol is illegal for anyone under the age of 21. Although no one expects to face an underage DUI charge, it happens more often than you might think. In 2019, 17% of high school students reported riding with […]
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