The legal Blood Alcohol Concentration limit that indicates a driver is impaired is 0.08%. You can get a DUI under this total, but the court can presume impairment if you are at or over this line, making it easier for them to convict on a drunk driving charge. Many...
Virginia's Governor Ralph Northam signed the state's recreational cannabis law on April 21st of this year. Virginians first started being able to possess small amounts of the once-regulated drug on July 1st. The legalization bill passed through both of Virginia's...
After you get a DUI, the truth is that some people may look at your differently. At work, you may lose your job or be on probation. You may have trouble at home because your spouse is angry at you for making such a serious mistake. You may be passed up for promotions...
There are countless colleges in neighboring Richmond that college students from here in Glen Allen either currently or aspire to attend. It may seem as if you meet the academic requirements and have the money to pay for tuition that nothing would stand in the way of...
You head out for a night of fun at a party or a bar, and you over-indulge a little bit. You don’t want to take a chance that you’re too buzzed to drive, so you spend the night on a friend’s couch and head home when the first rays of sunlight awaken you. You’re a bit...
These days, everybody seems to be worried about their weight. Whether you just want to look better or you’re concerned about your long-term health, dropping a few pounds probably seems like a good idea. Pick the wrong diet, however, and you can end up with an...
If you’re looking at a potential jail sentence, you may have the option of what is commonly called “house arrest.” Virginia law refers to it as a “home/electronic incarceration program.” This option can often allow people to continue to work, go to school and care for...
People accused of driving under the influence (DUI) in Virginia often lose their licenses. There is an administrative suspension that begins at the time of their arrest and lasts for six days. After that, if the state charges that person, they may face a longer...
Summer is a great time to meet up with friends and enjoy the sunshine. You can relax with a few drinks and some food during the day, or sit outside the bar and enjoy the long summer evenings. The police are aware of this and often implement extra DUI checkpoints,...
Many residents of Virginia own firearms. But responsible firearm ownership also includes understanding the laws that govern the ownership, transportation, and use of firearms. Not following these rules may mean that you end up facing a weapons charge that could have...
