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If you drive in Virginia, the roads here demand more attention than in many other states. In fact, Virginia enforces its traffic laws with a strictness that catches many drivers off guard. This is why knowing what habits to avoid can save you from a costly ticket or...
You see flashing lights ahead and realize you are approaching a DUI checkpoint. Such a scenario often triggers a split-second instinct to turn around. Can you legally do that in Virginia? Yes, but with important limitations you must understand. What are the limits of...
Serving in the military means your security clearance is vital for your career. Even small offenses, like a driving-related incident, can be reviewed. Officials look at your record to assess judgment, reliability and trustworthiness. Knowing how offenses may affect...
Many people think nothing of sharing a prescription pill with a loved one who is in pain or who is otherwise suffering. They do so, believing that they are simply helping. Yet, it is important to understand that, under the law, sharing or giving away prescription...
Traffic tickets are often seen as minor inconveniences, but their repercussions can extend far beyond a simple fine. While common penalties like fines and points on your driving record are well-known, there are several unexpected ways a traffic ticket can affect your...
Before the internet, people trying to resell items had limited options. They could host garage sales, take out an ad in the local newspaper or sell items to pawn shops. Each of those options provided opportunities for law enforcement professionals to track those who...
If police officers suspect a driver of being under the influence of alcohol, they may conduct a traffic stop. If they become suspicious while already interacting with the driver, they may ask the driver about their prior activities and may request that they perform a...
Many times, traffic violations result in citations. Police officers pull people over, ask them a few questions and then issue them a ticket. The driver has the option of fighting the ticket or paying it depending on whether they agree with the police officer's...
Prescription medications are technically controlled substances. Someone with medical concerns needs to see a physician to obtain a prescription for a medication. They then need to fill the prescription at a licensed pharmacy. When people follow the correct protocol,...
Police officers typically only pull people over when they suspect certain traffic violations. Suspicions of chemical intoxication are a common reason to conduct traffic stops. During a traffic stop, police officers may issue a citation or may attempt to gather...
