Expungement removes arrest and charge information from public view and criminal history records and can only be accessed with a court order and only for a limited purpose. This is meant for individuals who are, for all intents and purposes, innocent; meaning, your case ended with a finding of “not guilty,” nolle prosequi, or is otherwise […]
Many changes in the law, little changes in the courtroom
While many changes have occurred in the Commonwealth of Virginia, what hasn’t changed is the need to be polite to the judge, the clerks, the attorneys and law enforcement. In the worst situations, the fact that someone was polite and respectful, whether during an arrest up to the court appearance, can help individuals cross that […]
CDL Issues and the cost of hiring a lawyer
I was hired the other day to represent a driver who was concerned about a speeding ticket affecting his CDL. He had been calling around and was surprised at my quote to represent him because it was apparently lower than some of the other quotes he had gotten. For some drivers their […]
Being Polite to Law Enforcement and Getting a Smiley Face
I had a case today where my client was rude and impolite to the officer that stopped him for reckless driving. While I was still able to get a good result for my client, I could have had a better outcome if my client had kept his thoughts to himself about how fast he thought […]
Virginia DUI, Ignition Interlock and You
Ignition interlock is mandatory for all DUI cases in Virginia. It is expensive and it is sensitive. Many folks with ignition interlock find themselves returning back to court to face jail time because of positive readings on the ignition interlock. In reality, non-alcoholic foods and drinks can cause positive readings, or sense “residual mouth alcohol.” […]