Drunk driving charges are serious for anyone of any age, and the resulting consequences of a conviction can range from loss of a driver's license to time spent in jail. For teens, drunk driving charges can derail a lot of plans; convictions could result in losing...
Month: January 2017
How does Virginia approach drunk driving?
Drunk driving laws are strict in Virginia, and you can face serious penalties if you so much as have an open container of alcohol in your vehicle. Here are a few facts about Virginia's drunk driving penalties.What happens if there's an open container in your vehicle?...
Choosing adoption: What you should know
Adoption can help a child find the home he or she has been longing for. It can help you complete your family and enjoy the benefits of parenthood. There are several different things you should know about adoption. The way you adopt, for instance, can make a...
Know how domestic violence charges might impact your life
We recently discussed how a woman can be the aggressor in a domestic violence case. This point is one that is very important because many people automatically think of a male aggressor when they hear about domestic violence. We know that this can make it very...
Women can be the aggressor in domestic violence cases
While it's often assumed that men are the ones who cause most domestic violence cases, the truth is that women can be the aggressors. That fact shouldn't be overlooked because of a gender bias.Females make up 98 percent of all sex trafficking victims, and as of 2011,...
What kinds of divorce are there in Virginia?
The grounds for divorce in Virginia vary. There are two main kinds of divorce. The first kind of divorce that Virginia recognizes is a divorce from bed and board. The second type of divorce recognized is a divorce from the bond of matrimony. In a divorce of bed and...