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Receiving your third DUI within 10 years made you think about your life, and despite your charge, you still want to get a government job. Could your felony hamper your goals? Chron explains the nuances of getting a government job with a felony DUI. While you may not...
Couples heading into divorce proceedings in Virginia likely understand that they face several highly complex tasks as they work their way through the process. One such step that they may not anticipate, however, is having to determine how to divide up a 401(k). Most...
There are certain elements that most divorces share in common, regardless of the age of the people parting ways. If you identify as an older adult and are navigating a Virginia divorce, you may face additional considerations younger people facing similar circumstances...
Excess traffic violations can interfere with your driving privileges in Virginia. The state Department of Motor Vehicles tracks the number of violations you have and posts them to your driving record. Accumulating too many points in a given time period can compromise...
Marriages end for numerous reasons. However, if the relationship between you and your one-time partner is especially poor, you may have concerns about him or her attempting to turn any children you share against you. Parental alienation occurs when one parent...
Not all Virginia drunk driving arrests lead to convictions, but those that do also bring with them serious penalties. If you are among those currently facing a charge of driving under the influence in Virginia, you may have numerous concerns. Whether you may have to...
You can receive charges for driving under the influence in Virginia with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 or higher. Penalties for a conviction can include license suspension, fines and even jail time. Review the potential legal consequences when facing a court date...
Unless your family has a history of abuse or addiction, it is highly likely that you will end up in a joint custody situation with your ex-spouse after a divorce if you have children. Children do well with both parents actively involved in their lives, but this can be...
As more and more states consider legalizing marijuana, it becomes necessary for other states to decide where they fall. Legal possession of marijuana on the highways of one state may not be legal possession in another and that may lead to confusing cases. According to...
Most Virginians understand that drunk drivers face serious penalties, both legal and social. However, some do not recognize the severity of DUI charges and believe they should face even harsher punishment. The reaction to a news story in which a woman fired a weapon...
