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Ignition interlock devices for any Virginia DUI conviction?
Posted on 2/27/2010

Police may soon ask “Where did you have your last drink?”
Posted on 2/27/2010

Virginia Beach Police Sergeant Arrested for DUI
Posted on 2/12/2010

Wrong-way Hampton Roads tunnel driver accused of DUI
Posted on 1/29/2010

Football Hall of Famer pleads guilty to Drunken Driving
Posted on 1/26/2010

Man accused in fatal crash faces DUI, manslaughter charges
Posted on 1/26/2010

Illegal immigrants accused of murder in Virginia Beach
Posted on 12/31/2009

Drunk driver injures woman in Virginia Beach accident
Posted on 12/31/2009

Drunk driver hits police cruiser in Virginia Beach
Posted on 12/29/2009

Man accused of killing two people in DUI crash allowed home for holidays
Posted on 12/29/2009

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Q: Will a traffic court's determination of guilt or innocence affect the outcome of my civil suit for personal injury?

A: No. The determinations of a traffic court are based upon the higher burden of proof, guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Civil suits are generally subject to the lower burden of proving your case by the greater weight of the evidence. Statements that you make in traffic court may, however, be used against you in a civil suit. If you are required to go to traffic court in a case involving the possibility of a personal injury claim you should contact our office to arrange a free initial consultation.


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