On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Aug 6, 2020 | Criminal defense
You shouldn’t plan on having to pull over on the side of the road and run through a series of tests to prove you aren’t under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Rather, your best bet is simply planning a sober ride. However, if you ever do find yourself at a DUI stop,...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Aug 3, 2020 | Criminal defense
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle without a license in Virginia or any other state. However, the law generally differentiates between those who don’t have a valid license and those who aren’t able to produce their licenses when asked to present...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Jul 23, 2020 | Criminal defense
Virginia residents who are forced to engage in sexual activity against their will are likely victims of sexual assault. Examples of sexual assault include inserting something into a person’s anus or vagina or kissing a person without his or her permission. Those...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Jul 12, 2020 | Criminal defense
A new law went into effect in Virginia on July 1 that raises the reckless driving threshold from 80 mph to 85 mph on some of the state’s busiest highways. Senate Bill 63 was passed by the Senate in January, the House in March and signed into law by Gov. Ralph Northam...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Jul 7, 2020 | Criminal defense
It isn’t uncommon for defendants in Virginia and other states to receive a plea deal at some point during the legal process. To entice a person to accept a deal, a prosecutor may drop the most serious charges a person faces or offer a reduced sentence on those...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Jun 10, 2020 | Criminal defense
Reckless driving charges may seem minor to you. Yet in Virginia, the penalties can be stiff depending on the offense you’re accused of. If you’re facing these charges, it’s important to know the state’s reckless driving laws. Learning them can...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | May 1, 2020 | Criminal defense
Vox reports that Virginia has decriminalized simple possession of marijuana. The commonwealth joins fifteen other states in decriminalizing cannabis possession. However, lawmakers opted against fully legalizing the drug. Decriminalization falls short of legalization...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Apr 2, 2020 | Criminal defense
In the United States, most people know the Miranda warning. Cornell Law School describes the Miranda Warning as a protection to the defendant. Law enforcement cannot interrogate a person in custody if they do not inform the person of his or her Fifth Amendment right....
by [email protected] | Mar 27, 2020 | Criminal defense
You already know the serious dangers of drinking and driving. Not only can you risk a severe accident, you can face stiff penalties. DUIs can mean jail time, fines, loss of driving privileges and a criminal record. But can courts convict you for more than just...
On behalf of Law Offices of Howard, Clark & Howard | Feb 5, 2020 | Criminal defense
Under Virginia’s legal code, a conviction for grand theft auto may result in a jail sentence of up to 20 years. A 19-year-old resident, however, received a significantly reduced sentence while facing charges of stealing another individual’s car, eluding...
