Our qualified attorneys often write legal library articles that will give you information on Virginia criminal laws and penalties, as well as explain possible defenses and strategies for your DUI, traffic or criminal case. These articles will help explain your rights under Virginia laws and educate you on the process you may be facing.
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Driving on a Revoked or Suspended License VA Code § 46.2-301Driving on a revoked or suspended license in Virginia brings Class 1 misdemeanor penalties, jail time, fines, license suspension, and vehicle impoundment.
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Driving Outside a Restricted License in VirginiaUnder VA Code §18.2-271.1, operating or driving a motor vehicle in violation of the terms of your restricted license is a Class 1 misdemeanor criminal offense.
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Leaving the Scene of An Accident “Hit and Run” Making a Small Problem Bigger!In Virginia, leaving the scene of an accident, or “hit and run”, is a serious criminal offense that involves the failure to report specified information.
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Failure to Stop for Police – “Eluding”Failure to Stop for Police eluding charges in Virginia can lead to misdemeanor or felony penalties, license suspension, and serious legal consequences.
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Driving After Being Designated as an Habitual OffenderDriving after being designated an habitual offender in Virginia carries mandatory jail time, misdemeanor or felony charges, and penalties if convicted.
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Understanding the Penalties for Reckless Driving in VirginiaHave you been ticketed for reckless driving in VA? The penalties for this offense can lead to jail time, thousands of dollars in fines, and a criminal record.
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Virginia Moving Violations and Point AssessmentsThe Virginia DMV is notified by the court when a person is convicted of a traffic offense. Certain traffic offenses are assigned demerit points.
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No Texting While Driving in VirginiaTexting while driving now illegal in Virginia. If you’ve been charged in Virginia, call us at 1-888-384-5997 for a free, no obligation consultation.
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Points and the Virginia DMV: How Long Are Convictions and Demerit Points Reflected on a Virginia Driving Record?Virginia DMV records show how long convictions remain and when demerit points expire, explaining how violations affect your Virginia driving record over time.
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Points and the Virginia DMV: How Safe Driving Points Are Earned and How Demerit Points Are AssessedThe "point system" used by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is a complicated one in which motorists licensed in Virginia earn "safe driving points"
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Points and the Virginia DMV: When Demerit Points Start to AccumulateVirginia DMV demerit points accumulate after convictions, triggering warnings, clinics, probation, or license suspension based on age and point totals.