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Police officers have an obvious personal interest in connecting the people they investigate with criminal activity. Police officers can also sometimes abuse their authority for personal reasons. The Bill of Rights, which contains the first 10 Amendments to the...

The majority of citizens in Virginia have little to do with law enforcement each day. If someone has never been involved with the law, then they may not be fully aware of their legal rights.  If a police officer informs you that they are going to search you, how...

In March of 2021, Virginia enacted a new law that prohibits officers from stopping drivers for certain minor traffic violations. Some Virginians worry that the new measure may have a negative impact on public safety. However, those who support the law believe it may...

Being accused of any crime is disconcerting and frightening. Any conviction will have some effect on your life, but certain crimes could close certain doors to you forever. For instance, if you stand accused of larceny, not only could you face criminal penalties, but...

Living with a disability can be something that many Virginia residents have done their entire lives, or a disability may have come about later in life due to injury, illness or conditions associated with older age. If you have recently found yourself living with a...

For whatever reason, a police officer pulled you over. Once he or she approached your vehicle and began talking to you, the officer may ask you to get out of your vehicle.Something made the officer suspect you of driving impaired. Now, he or she asked you to...

When a friend or family member loans you a vehicle, it may come with some stipulations. You may promise to put gas in the car, drive below the speed limit or have the vehicle back within a certain time. Even if you do not keep these promises, you may not be breaking...

Any type of criminal charge is a potential threat to your future, but there are some offenses that are more serious than others. When facing a seemingly minor charge, you may feel the temptation to underestimate the potential impact that these allegations can have on...

The moment when you encounter law enforcement or a police officer places you under arrest can trigger many emotions. You may feel frightened about what is going to happen to you or angry that police have wrongly arrested you. Many who have experienced this situation...

If authorities accuse you of theft, it is in your interests to know as much as possible about what you are up against. A criminal conviction can have a significant impact long-term, and it's prudent not to underestimate the potential effects this can have on your...