The best way to have a misdemeanor reckless driving charge amended or reduced to a traffic infraction is to be proactive with your preparations...

I recommend that you prepare for court by completing a driver improvement course and obtaining a copy of your driving transcript. In court, you...

Until court, you will be free to drive on your out of state license but may be limited by the terms of your bond from leaving Virginia. After...

Criminal case

You should confirm my answer with a local attorney. If the law enforcement officer is on a list of approved absences, such as sick or training,...

The regular practice is to screen someone who is assigned to pre-trial services at the initial meeting. However, there is not usually a negative...

I can't pay my speeding ticket on time, can I ask for for some kind of extension?

I recommend that you appear for court and give the judge the opportunity to reduce the charge for you. The Hampton judges will consider your...

Is a failure to obey a highway sign ticket winnable in Botetourt County, court? (I was only doing 5 mph over speed limit)

I encourage you to give the judge the opportunity to dismiss the charge. If you prepay, then you will receive demerit points from DMV. You should...

If I got a drunk in public in Virginia, and I had to spend 8 hours in jail, but they never gave me a breath test, can i fight it

I agree with the advice offered by attorneys Brannon, Fremit, and McGlone. I also recommend taking some steps to demonstrate to the judge that you...

Can I successfully press charges against a drunk driver who rear ended my vehicle and assaulted me on the scene?

I agree with the advice of the other lawyers that you may pursue the assault by going to the magistrate's office for the county where the accident...

Can I get a Virginia license if I have a restricted Missouri license?

I agree with attorney Fremit that your Missouri restricted license does not grant you the privilege to drive in Virginia. The current status of...