Field sobriety tests are given by law enforcement to individuals that have been stopped and are accused of driving under the influence. These tests assist police officers in verifying whether or not an individual may actually be under the influence. Laws vary from state to state, but in some states, you can refuse a field sobriety test. Much like what you say or do can be used against you in the court of law, so…
Many times we work with clients who are facing serious traffic charges and have a lot of questions. One common question we field is concerning DUIs and DWIs. Clients want to know if there is a difference between them and if either one carries stiffer penalties. The short answer is although they are similar, they may be treated differently depending on where the charges stem from. In Virginia, both driving under the influence of alcohol
You can beat laser in a Virginia Reckless case if the charge is by a Metropolitian Airports Authority police officer. (“Laser” is a speed detective device more accurately called “LIDAR”). I have recently represented numerous people charged with Reckless Driving by Speed on the Dulles Toll Road. To win, one must beat laser. The Dulles Toll Road is owned and operated by a the Washington Metropolitan Airports Authority (“MWAA”). Pursuant to a compact (an agreement
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The highlight of many Viginia lawyer’s careers is an argument before the Supreme Court of Virginia. Many ask me, what is it like? Here is the basic procedure for writ panels, which is usually the first step in an appeal to the high court. After a Notice of Appeal and Petition for Appeal have been filed and briefed, the Court assigns a court date without consultation with the attorneys — it presumes that a lawyer
The Arlington County Police have announced a sobriety checkpoint in Arlington on March 4, 2016. Also, called a DUI roadblock, this is a part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s national crackdown on drunk driving. The way a checkpoint works is that the police set up an area with cones, signs, and lighting to funnel cars through. They stop all vehicles and ask for licenses. During this time, they can