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Posted on 5/31/2010
DUI Conviction for Former Virginia Beach Police Officer
Posted on 5/28/2010
Felony charges for "sexting" Franklin teens
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Are alcoholic energy drinks to blame for Virginia Beach DUI death?
Posted on 4/30/2010
Virginia Beach city employee charged with DUI after hit-and-run crash
Posted on 4/30/2010
Bond revoked for man accused in Virginia Beach DUI hit-and-run
Posted on 4/26/2010
Richmond to Install Red-Light Cameras
Posted on 4/22/2010
St. Patty’s sobriety checkpoints lead to 9 Virginia Beach DUI arrests
Posted on 3/27/2010
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Police may soon ask “Where did you have your last drink?”
Posted on Feb 27, 2010
When it comes to DUI lawsuits, law enforcement officers want to do everything they can to convict anybody they suspect of drunk driving – and lawmakers are eager to help them do so.
A new bill is making its way through the Virginia legislature, and it would require that Virginia police officers ask drivers suspected of driving under the influence where they had their last drink.
The reason for the bill is to allow law enforcement officers to target establishments that fail to follow liquor laws. It is a misdemeanor in Virginia to serve alcohol to somebody who is already intoxicated.
Once officers determine where a DUI suspect has been drinking, they would be required to inform the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board.
This could have an impact on DUI lawsuits, making it easier for prosecutors to go after businesses when an intoxicated driver is involved in a criminal complaint.
If you are facing DUI charges, then it is important that you understand your rights. The punishments for being convicted of a drunk driving offense are severe, and can affect you for life. Not only that, but there are significant collateral consequences that come with a DUI conviction.
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