Traffic
Mason v. Commonwealth 05/05/2016
Supreme Court of Virginia Opinions //
Mason v. Commonwealth 05/05/2016 In this case, there is an appeal challenging the circuit court’s refusal to suppress drug-related evidence seized after a traffic stop. The Judges of the Supreme Court of Virginia ruled that the objective facts and circumstances presented by the Commonwealth of Virginia wer…
RECKLESS DRIVING AND PENALTIES
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American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys Awards Anthony Montagna One of the Ten Best in Virginia
On September 18, 2015, the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys awarded Anthony Montagna “One of the Ten Best in Virginia” for client satisfaction. After almost 22 years of defending clients with some of the most difficult DUI charges, Anthony has been finally recognized for his tireless preparation and excellent results by his satisfied clients….
A Norfolk Traffic Lawyer Explains A Dangling Parking Pass
In this post, a Norfolk traffic lawyer explains a dangling parking pass as a basis for a stop by a police officer. The Virginia Court of Appeals has attempted to explain how and when a police officer may stop a driver on a highway.
The Virginia Court of Appeals has recently ruled that a dangling parking pass is a basis for a stop by a police officer…
Norfolk Reckless Driving Lawyer Explains How To Obtain Great Results In Court
A Norfolk reckless driving lawyer explains how to obtain great results in court. Going to court requires the use of common sense. Do not leave yours at home when you must appear in court for a reckless driving, DUI, suspended license or any criminal or traffic charge.
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In particular with reckless driving,…
Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License
In Virginia, many people are charged with driving on a suspended or revoked license. An individual may have his license suspended for failure to pay fines or costs. A person could have his license revoked for DUI. The trick is to resolve the matter quickly.
If charged with a suspended license charge, pay off your fines and costs immediately. Then,…
DUI OF MAN IN DRIVEWAY
This post discusses a DUI of man in driveway. The Supreme Court of Virginia has ruled that a man can be convicted of DUI after he was found asleep by the police behind the wheel of his vehicle, in his driveway, and with the radio playing. Justice Lemons opined that the Virginia DUI statute does not require that an individual “be on a highway” for th…
10 Visual Detection Clues Used By police In Traffic Stops
There are at least 10 Visual Detection Clues Used By police In Traffic Stops. Imagine you are driving on the roadway on a Saturday night at 11:00 p.m.. You see a car driving erratically. You wonder if that person is driving his vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
Police officers are well trained to observe the operation of vehicles before initia…
Speeding and Reckless Driving in Virginia Beach
Virginia law enforcement is on especially high alert for intoxicated and irresponsible drivers around the holidays. This is for good reason, as the highest number of alcohol-related vehicle accident deaths occur between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve. Even if you didn’t drive while intoxicated, you may have found yourself stuck with a speeding ticket…