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2019
What Does the VA DMV Do After a DUI?
Getting arrested for a DUI in Virginia can lead to driver’s license suspension, fines, and a potential jail sentence upon conviction. However, drunk driving offenders are also subject to a driver’s license suspension by the VA DMV— prior to conviction in criminal court. This is known as an Administrative License Suspension (ALS). An ALS in Virginia applies to the following individuals: You are at ...
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8
2019
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Virginia Misdemeanor?
Many people who have been charged with a misdemeanor offense in Virginia elect not to hire a private criminal defense attorney for their case. The main reason being that misdemeanors are punished less severely compared to felonies. However, a conviction can still lead to serious consequences that can haunt a person for the rest of their life. That is why hiring a lawyer is worth the cost in the ...
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8
2019
When Can the DMV Suspend Your VA Driver's License?
Driving is not a constitutional right. Rather, it is a privilege given to those who earned a driver’s license. Licensed motorists must follow the rules of the road. Breaking these rules can not only lead to fines and demerit points, but also driver’s license suspension. The following are several ways the DMV can suspend your Virginia driver’s license: DMV demerit points – When you become a ...
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8
2019
Hazing Laws in Virginia
From fraternities and sororities to sports teams, the initiation process of many college groups includes hazing. Although members believe hazing is harmless fun designed to create lasting bonds, there are many incidents in which a person suffers immense embarrassment and shame, serious injury, or even dies just to join a campus group. According to Virginia law, hazing means intentionally and ...
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