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The consequences of an alcohol-related conviction on your college admissions and career
Could a conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI), public intoxication or underage drinking interfere with your college plans? Absolutely. University applications commonly include questions about any criminal record the applicant may have. The application is also...
Wrong-way driver charged with DUI
A Virginia woman was taken into custody on drunk driving charges during the early morning hours of Sept. 9 after a Stafford County Sheriff’s Office deputy allegedly saw her driving the wrong way. The 38-year-old Manassas resident has also been charged with having an...
Is ignorance of the law a defense?
You get arrested and you ask the officer why they’re arresting you. When they tell you, you’re shocked. You had no idea that what you did was even illegal. You didn’t mean to break the law. You were just ignorant of that law. Can you use this as a defense? Generally...
Why it is vital to fight a DUI charge
If you have been stopped by the police and accused of drunk driving, you may decide to let it slide. If you have a busy life, you may consider it is the least of your worries. Or, you may have such a lack of faith in the system that you believe fighting a charge is...
Remember what to do if you’re arrested for a DUI
A DUI arrest is serious business. You could face heavy fines and even be placed in jail. The good news is that knowing what to do if you’re stopped can help you protect yourself and may help you prevent serious consequences from the DUI charges. Initially, during the...
Virginia ranks 37th in nation in DUI arrest rates
A TV station about two hours east of Lynchburg recently reported that Virginia’s drunk driving arrest rate ranks 37th in the nation. Our rate of arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol was 253.4 per 100,000 residents. The national average is 330 DUI arrests...
Thanksgiving tradition: Lynchburg’s increased DUI patrols
Just try to find someone who doesn’t like Thanksgiving. It’s virtually impossible to find someone who doesn’t enjoy warm gatherings of friends and family filled with laughter, love and good food. However, the fun can come to a sudden halt when a Lynchburg police car...
What is a wet reckless driving charge?
The penalties for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can seriously affect your life. You may not be able to drive for up to a year and pay fines to reinstate your license. The effect of these charges is enough for many drivers to negotiate a plea deal. Many states have a...
Marijuana Breathalyzers promised in 2020
Breathalyzers are one of the most common tools law enforcement uses to determine whether a driver has a blood alcohol content above the legal limit of .08%. Testing for marijuana, however, has been a challenge because the drug stays in the body for up to a month after...
