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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,…


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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…


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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…


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What makes a reckless driving charge for speeding “jailable”?

hands on jail bars Under the Virginia Code, a driver may be charged with a…


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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…


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What does “nolle prossed” mean under Virginia law?

In Virginia law, "nolle prosequi" is a term used to indicate that the…