To have any hope of pleading to a reduced charge on this, you must retain counsel. DUI is a serious charge and prosecutors are reluctant to give...

If you are being charged with drunk in public and request a breathalyzer or field sobriety test and the police refuse to do it?

Unfortunately, in Virginia, a police officer's testimony alone can be sufficient to establish intoxication. Nevertheless, the facts you have...

My husband has served 10 years in the Army. Never gotten arrested never in trouble. DUI last night..what do I do?

As my colleagues have stated, an experienced DUI attorney is a must here to ensure that all available defenses are explored and to best position...

If you owned or had a vehicle registered in your name at the time of sentencing or anytime afterward during the year suspension, DMV is going to...

As the gentleman above said, you should be eligible for diversion in a first offender program if offered in your jurisdiction. You may also be able...

Petit larceny in Virginia is a Class One misdemeanor. It carries the possible fine of up to $2,500.00, jail of up to 12 months, or a combination of...

You should look up the statute under which you were charged on the summons to ensure that you were not charged under Virginia's reckless driving...

Can I be sued even if I paid restitution?

Unfortunately, yes. The amount you paid to the other person involved will most likely be an offset against any damages that may be awarded to the...

Based on the limited facts you stated, you appear to have a defense. If you have no criminal record and were not previously barred from the...

do I have to go to the court if I have not receive the subponea

Unless you were served with a subpoena directing you to appear, you are not required to go to court and be a witness. Best of luck.