What is the difference between active time and suspended time in a jail sentence?
When a court imposes a jail sentence, a defendant may have to serve some, all,…
What you need to know about out-of-state driving records in a court proceeding for a reckless driving offense, speeding ticket, or other types of traffic matters.
Judges always consider a defendant’s driving record when making a decision…
What is the difference between being charged with driving without a license and being charged with failing to carry a license in possession?
Driving without a driver’s license is a misdemeanor charge which can be…
When can you be charged with reckless driving for speeding in Virginia?
Under Virginia Code § 46.2-862. Exceeding speed limit (virginia.gov), a person…
When does a Court impose a license suspension in reckless driving cases for speeding?
Under the Virginia Code, a driver may be charged with a reckless driving…
What makes a reckless driving charge for speeding “jailable”?
hands on jail bars Under the Virginia Code, a driver may be charged with a…
What happens in an accident case where the other driver does not show up for court, and the officer did not see the crash?
What happens in an accident case where the other driver does not show up for…
What BAC levels can be prosecuted under Virginia law?
Under Virginia law, if there was 0.08 percent or more by weight by volume of…
What does “nolle prossed” mean under Virginia law?
In Virginia law, "nolle prosequi" is a term used to indicate that the…