Info, Facts, and Statistics to Help You Understand Your Criminal Defense
When fighting against a criminal charge you need to be able not only to understand what is going on, but also to anticipate what comes next. By learning more about proceedings and how we plan your defense, you’ll be able to build your own confidence, knowledge, and hope. Let us educate you for the benefit of your case as well as your future security.
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Financial Benefits of Hiring a DUI Lawyer Many drivers are concerned about the upfront cost of hiring a DUI lawyer, but deciding against representation can be even more costly. -
Aggressive Driving; Penalties § 46.2-868 Aggressive driving shares many characteristics of reckless driving, but it’s a separate offense under Virginia law. -
Racing; Seizure of Motor Vehicle § 46.2-867 Drag racing carries stiff penalties under Virginia law, including the seizure of your vehicle. -
Racing; Aiders or Abettors § 46.2-866 Many people are surprised to learn that aiding or abetting drag racing is a form of reckless driving under Virginia law. Here's why. -
Injuring or Causing the Death While Engaging in a Race; Penalties § 46.2-865.1 Reckless driving is a misdemeanor in the majority of cases, but you can be charged with felony reckless driving for causing injury or death while drag racing. -
Racing; Penalty § 46.2-865 Racing is a form of reckless driving under Virginia law. You can be charged with either a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense. -
Reckless Driving on Parking Lots, Etc. § 46.2-864 Law enforcement officers can charge you with reckless driving in a parking lot if they believe you are endangering the safety or property of others. -
Failure to Yield Right-of-Way § 46.2-863 Failure to yield can result in a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge, even if you don't cause an accident. -
Exceeding Speed Limit § 46.2-862 Driving 20 miles over the speed limit or more than 80 miles per hour can result in a reckless driving charge under Virginia law. -
Driving Too Fast for Highway and Traffic Conditions § 46.2-861 You can be charged with reckless driving, even if you're not speeding, if the officer thinks you are going too fast for traffic conditions.