The number of applications for a concealed handgun permit in Virginia has increased significantly in the last few years. The vast majority of applicants—nearly 90%—receive their permit within 45 days. The 10% or so who receive a denial notice have the right to appeal. If you are in the process of applying for your concealed […]

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Virginia has some of the strictest drunk driving laws in the country, especially following a DUI accident where someone was injured. Drivers arrested under Virginia’s driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) statutes may face severe civil and criminal penalties. Incidentally, Virginia is one of the safest states in the nation as […]

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Fake ID laws in Virginia exist for various reasons, including protecting young people from the dangers of alcohol. However well-intentioned, Virginia’s laws do not always prevent people under 21 from trying to buy alcohol with altered or fraudulent identification cards. As a result, law enforcement agencies will conduct sting operations to ensure that underage people […]

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Everyone with a commercial driver’s license (CDL) knows they face more scrutiny than the average driver, especially when drinking and driving are involved. CDL drivers in Virginia have a lower threshold for DUI when driving a commercial vehicle because of the inherent danger commercial vehicles present to everyone on the road. Virginia law holds CDL […]

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We are pleased to announce the 2022 winner of our Law Student Scholarship Contest: Kristi Lichtenberg! Kristi is enrolled at the University of North Texas College of Law, located in Dallas, Texas. She is just beginning her legal education journey. Kristi currently serves as the Executive Director of Cornerstone Crossroads Academy in the Phillis Wheatley […]

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Having a driver’s license is essential to living our daily lives. Almost everything we do revolves around our ability to get around efficiently. However, we are so accustomed to driving that we can forget that driving is a privilege and not a right.  A reckless driving charge can severely impact your life. A reckless driving […]

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Getting a reckless driving ticket in Virginia sets in motion a series of events that could severely impact your life. As with any criminal offense, you face possible jail time, hefty fines, and other criminal sanctions. Other consequences may apply as well. For instance, you could lose your driver’s license after a reckless driving ticket […]

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We’re excited to have Ryan Fitzgerald (everyone calls him “Fitz”) join our team to fight for YOU. Fitz has spent his career as a top notch prosecutor in Fairfax and Stafford Counties, known among colleagues as “the DUI guy.” Now, he’s YOUR DUI guy. Fitz came to the defense side of the justice system to […]

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Rain, snow, and even road construction can drastically change road conditions on Virginia highways and streets. Drivers need to understand that safety depends upon both the posted speed limit and the best speed for the road conditions at the time. If a driver decides to zoom down the Beltway at the posted speed limit during […]

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If you are a Virginia driver or frequently pass through the state, you may have noticed “HOV lanes” lining the sides of the major highways. These lanes—designated for high occupancy vehicles only—always seem to allow traffic to move speedily along, while solo drivers tend to stand still in traffic. Today we’ll discuss the importance of […]

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