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March 20, 2011
Proposed Virginia Law Would Give Sex Crime Victims More Time to Sue
October 21, 2010
What is a Reckless Driving Summons?
October 21, 2010
What is the legal standard for a DWI or DUI stop and arrest in Fairfax County Virginia?
October 16, 2010
Victims of Crimes in Virginia Can Sue for Compensation
October 15, 2010
Distracted Driving Continues, Fairfax Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer and Car Accident Attorney Notes Cell Phone Laws Are Not Working
October 15, 2010
Critical Mistakes to Avoid After Being Charged with DWI/DUI in Virginia - Calling the Police Officer to Discuss Your Case
October 14, 2010
Drunk Driver Involved in Accident that Kills Passenger
October 14, 2010
Reckless Driving Charge Against Redskins' Williams Dismissed
July 02, 2010
Surviving a Virginia DWI/DUI or Reckless Driving Charge
November 29, 2009
Virginia Court Rules Additional Proof Needed in Prosecution for Trespassing
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Reckless Driving & Traffic
What is a Reckless Driving Summons?
October 21, 2010
When a person is stopped for reckless driving in Fairfax, Virginia, an officer has the discretion to issue a summons in lieu of arresting the person. In reckless driving cases, drivers are generally released on a summons.
What is the legal standard for a DWI or DUI stop and arrest in Fairfax County Virginia?
October 21, 2010
Fairfax Virginia DWI/DUI/Drunk Driving Lawyers are often asked what the legal standard is for a DWI/DUI stop and arrest. An officer must have a "reasonable suspicion" of criminal activity to make a traffic stop. A mere hunch of illegal activity is not enough for an officer to stop a vehicle. A stop is not the same as an arrest. In order for a police officer to place a person under arrest, the officer must have "probable cause" to believe that the person committed a crime.
Reckless Driving Charge Against Redskins' Williams Dismissed
October 14, 2010
A reckless driving charge against Redskins Trent Williams was dismissed by a substitute judge in Fairfax County General District Court this week based upon arguments made by a Fairfax Virginia Reckless Driving Defense Lawyer.
