Let’s get this out of the way – drinking under influence is not a brilliant idea no matter what. That being said, if you have been arrested on drunk drinking charges, the results of your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time of the alleged offense can be very...
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Why you need an attorney when facing DUI charges in Lynchburg
A DUI conviction can affect your life in many ways, including hindering your ability to get work or your right to drive if your license is revoked. Worse still, a DUI conviction can result in jail time. If you are facing DUI charges in Virginia, you should consider...
How your attempt to lose weight could lead to a drunk driving arrest
Losing weight or just maintaining your current, healthy weight becomes harder as you get older. Your metabolism naturally declines, requiring that you actively work to keep your weight low by dieting or exercising more. In recent years, the possible benefits of keto...
Prescriptions may interact with alcohol and result in a DUI
When going off to college, one of the things that parents may worry about is their children drinking too much and getting into trouble with the law. That can happen, but parents can help prevent some potential issues by talking to their children about the risks of a...
Surprising ways you can end up with a DUI
Driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol is illegal -- and most people know that. But if you think that the only way you can get a DUI charge is when you’re caught on the road while impaired, you could be in for a big (and unpleasant) shock. DUI charges...
What to know about underage DUI laws
Individuals who are under the age of 21 are prohibited from possessing or consuming alcohol in the state of Virginia. Furthermore, they will likely be charged with DUI if they attempt to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content of more than 0.02. Motorists...
Does drinking fast make you drunker?
You often hear people talk about different factors that can make someone more or less drunk after consuming the same amount of drinks. One example is that a smaller person may be over the legal limit while a larger person is still under it, even if they have the same...
Can you get a DUI if you take NyQuil?
NyQuil is one of the most popular cold and flu medicines. It also contains a sleep aid. The idea is that your body really needs to get rest to heal from the sickness. The medicine does not cure you, but it makes you tired and reduces your symptoms so that you can...
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...
