Virginia is known for having strict drunk driving laws. However, there are a range of fines and jail time depending on the facts of your situation. The Virginia DMV provides information on how different factors affect potential DUI penalties.One important variable is...

If a police officer has reason to believe you're driving under the influence of alcohol, they're likely to take immediate action by pulling your vehicle to the side of the road. As scary as it may be, there are steps you can take at this time to hopefully avoid an...

Lots of people enjoy parties on campuses in Virginia, and if you don't go to a school with a dry campus, there is a chance that alcohol with be part of the festivities. It's important to keep in mind that not everyone who attends college is over the age of 21....

Throughout the country, different states and communities now hold widely varying opinions about how to address drug abuse and drug-related crime. Some states are changing their laws to reflect these updated views. Virginia maintains drug laws that still criminalize...

There are so many laws related to alcohol sales and consumption that many people are unaware of. That lack of information won't protect you if you find yourself in a legally dangerous situation. College students, in particular, are often vulnerable to facing charges...

Facing drunk driving charges means you will have to deal with a number of different potential consequences. Everything from your ability to receive financial aid to college to continued employment at your current job may hinge on whether you plead guilty, get...

In a college town, students sometimes get a bit of a bad reputation. Older people may assume they have less regard for the law and that they tend to get into more trouble. The cliched college experience, after all, includes underage drinking, drug use and frequent...

It's best to never drink and drive. Not only can this lead you to legal trouble, but it also increases your chance of being part of a motor vehicle accident that results in injury or death to you and/or others. Unfortunately, people make mistakes that can have serious...

Drunk driving convictions in Virginia can lead to an ignition interlock device (IID) on your vehicle. There are several things to know about these contraptions and the requirements of the program. Making sure that you are in compliance can prevent you from facing more...

Getting pulled over by law enforcement is typically a frightening experience. This is particularly true if you have recently had a drink. You may believe that you are not impaired while still feeling nervous about the outcome of the interaction with police. Many...