When facing any legal charges, it is important to have as much information as possible and to fully understand your rights in Virginia. With these library articles, we explore a variety of traffic law topics to help you learn more about your legal options and possible outcomes. Read about everything from speeding to driving under the influence and more.
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Is Now the Time to Request Your Virginia Driving Record?The Virginia DMV maintains driving records. Find out what records are kept, why you might want to request yours, and how to make the request here.
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What You Need to Know About Radar Readings If You’ve Been Charged With Speeding or Reckless Driving in VirginiaRadar readings aren’t always right. Learn about possible defenses if you’ve been charged with reckless driving or speeding and why to contact a traffic lawyer.
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What You Need to Know About Getting a Speeding Ticket in VirginiaIf you get a speeding ticket in Virginia, you may have demerit points and a conviction on your driver’s record. Learn why you don’t want to just pay the ticket.
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You May Face Harsh Penalties If You’re Convicted of Drag Racing in FairfaxDrag racing is a type of reckless driving in Virginia. Find out when it is charged as a misdemeanor and felony and why retaining a lawyer is essential.
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Eluding the Police Can Be a Misdemeanor or Felony Crime in FairfaxEluding the police can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony in Virginia. Here, read about what this crime is and the harsh penalties you may face if convicted.
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Court Hearings You May Need to Attend in Your Reckless Driving Case in Fairfax & Northern VirginiaYou will need to attend at least one court hearing in your reckless driving case in Fairfax. Learn what you can expect to happen at your hearings.
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Virginia's DMV Point SystemWhen first licensed, you start with zero points. Each year you go without receiving a point-related offense, you'll be given one positive point up to 5 points.
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Charges When Driving With No License, Suspended License, or Revoked LicenseDriving with no driver’s license or on a suspended or revoked license are misdemeanors in Virginia. Will you be convicted of a Class 1 or Class 2 misdemeanor?
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When Can Your Driver’s License Be Suspended or Revoked in Virginia?When can your driver’s license be suspended or revoked in Virginia? Learn the answer here and the first steps you can take to get it reinstated.
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Get Caught Driving on a Suspended License? You Face Serious ChargesHave you been charged with driving on a suspended license? This is a misdemeanor offense in Virginia that carries a possible prison sentence, fines, and more.