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I'm on probation for a DUI. I got a failure to obey a highway sign (U-turn). Will this violate my probation?

Luke's answer | Answered on November 08, 2011

In Virginia, there are two types of probation: 1) Active probation - where you have a probation officer. and 2) Inactive probation - where the...

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DUI question!

Luke's answer | Answered on November 08, 2011

It is sometimes possible to avoid the full force of a DUI license suspension by moving out of state and changing your license but there are a few...

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What can I expect from this reckless driving charge?

Luke's answer | Answered on November 08, 2011

You should consult with a local reckless driving attorney immediately. Each jurisdiction has its own way of handling common charges like reckless...

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First Underage Possession of Alcohol charge, 19 year old female. What could be the outcome when I go to court?

Luke's answer | Answered on October 03, 2011

If a Defendant does not have an attorney their odds of being found not-guilty will go down dramatically. If a person in Va is found guilty of...

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A car was stopped and the cops found a crack pipe in the car in empty cig pack .they got scale off the front passenger and found

Luke's answer | Answered on June 11, 2011

So what is the question?

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If i am serving my weekends in jail and while serving they arrest me for forging a document in va r they required to mirandize m

Luke's answer | Answered on June 04, 2011

The police do not have to mirandize a person unless they want to use statements made by the suspect during an in custody interrogation. So Miranda...

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Whay could be the outcome of this probation violation, it's catching up now that they've realized he has lied and reported

Luke's answer | Answered on October 19, 2010

The PO can decide whether or not to pursue a violation order. If they go forward then it's between the prosecutor the defense attorney and the...

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Charged with violation of va code 18.2-115 (2) counts; did fraudently sell furniture with out tile (lean on sais furniture)

Luke's answer | Answered on October 19, 2010

The kind of bull is common in Va. Lots of small shady business use the courts as their personal collection agents. I have dealt with this before...

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Minor with two speeding

Luke's answer | Answered on October 19, 2010

I would get a lawyer. 1) check to make sure that you are charged with speeding and not reckless driving by speed. Reckless by speed is a criminal...

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After how many years can the police department in virginia hire someone after having a misdemeanor petty larceny charge?

Luke's answer | Answered on October 18, 2010

I know nothing about the process of becoming an officer but there are attorneys who specialize in preparing and applying for gubernetorial pardons....

Luke Joseph Nichols's Answers (138)

I'm on probation for a DUI. I got a failure to obey a highway sign (U-turn). Will this violate my probation?

DUI question!

What can I expect from this reckless driving charge?

First Underage Possession of Alcohol charge, 19 year old female. What could be the outcome when I go to court?

A car was stopped and the cops found a crack pipe in the car in empty cig pack .they got scale off the front passenger and found

If i am serving my weekends in jail and while serving they arrest me for forging a document in va r they required to mirandize m

Whay could be the outcome of this probation violation, it's catching up now that they've realized he has lied and reported

Charged with violation of va code 18.2-115 (2) counts; did fraudently sell furniture with out tile (lean on sais furniture)

Minor with two speeding

After how many years can the police department in virginia hire someone after having a misdemeanor petty larceny charge?