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Virginia law enforcement is perpetually on the lookout for drivers who might be under the influence. This is true year-round. However, there are times that law enforcement believes drivers might have a greater propensity to drink and drive. With that, law enforcement...
Teenagers are known for breaking the rules and testing their limits. In some cases, that involves experimenting with drugs and alcohol. But what happens when the police get involved? Teenagers under the age of 18 who are found in possession of illegal substances may...
You are probably familiar with DUI checkpoints but may never have encountered one. A DUI checkpoint is a location where police officers are stationed to stop cars to check if drivers are intoxicated. DUI checkpoints must be announced ahead of time so drivers know when...
Virginia law has a separate justice system designed to deal with offenders under age 18. There are various reasons for this, but the main policy idea behind the separation is the belief that children are simply different from adults. Virginia believes children don't...
With the Christmas and New Year’s holidays approaching, you may see notices on the news that police will be setting up sobriety checkpoints in your area. You certainly do not want to be caught in a sobriety checkpoint, especially if you have done nothing wrong. In...
It can be stressful to be under criminal investigation. If you’re in that situation, then you’re probably concerned about what a conviction will mean for your freedom, your future, your finances, and your reputation. This is understandable given the stakes involved,...
Being arrested can be worrisome for anyone in Virginia, but for a juvenile, it is especially frightening. Not only will there be concerns about the possible penalties, but there are the inevitable worries as to how the future might be negatively impacted. While it is...
Criminal charges can leave you on edge. This is understandable given that a conviction can wreak havoc on your future, affecting everything from your job to your living arrangements, your education and your reputation. And you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed by...