by Peter J. Louie, Esq. | Jul 3, 2025 | Criminal Law, Traffic Law
Photo by Aleix Ventayol on Unsplash New Virginia Traffic Laws Starting July 1, 2025 Virginia has several new law changes that took effect on July 1st that drivers across Virginia should be aware of. These laws include updates to Virginia’s seat belt law, the...
by Peter J. Louie, Esq. | Jul 3, 2025 | Criminal Law, Traffic Law
Photo by Erik Witsoe on Unsplash Pre-Conviction Ignition Interlock Is Now Allowed The law concerning ignition interlock for DUI convictions in Virginia has changed to allow an ignition interlock system to be installed prior to conviction and credit given for any time...
by Peter J. Louie, Esq. | Jul 3, 2025 | Criminal Law, Traffic Law
Dismissal of No License or Suspended License Charges for Proof of Compliance with Law Effective July 1, 2025, Virginia law allows judges to dismiss charges of driving without a license and driving under a suspended license if the defendant proves they have complied...
by Peter J. Louie, Esq. | Jul 3, 2025 | Criminal Law, Traffic Law
Exhibition Driving is Now Classified as Reckless Driving As of July 1, 2025, the law concerning reckless driving has expanded significantly to include exhibition driving. This includes activities such as spinning the wheels, doing donuts, or drag racing. Impeding...
by Peter J. Louie, Esq. | Jul 3, 2025 | Criminal Law, Traffic Law
Photo by Darwin Vegher on Unsplash New Penalties for Knowingly Authorizing an Unauthorized Minor to Drive As of July 1, 2025, new penalties are in place for persons who allow unqualified individuals such as minors to operate a motor vehicle. The updated language in §...
