Monthly Archives: October 2017
Time Lapse: Today’s Lessons Continue from the OW and Hanjin Insolvencies
OW Bunkers’ and Hanjin Shipping’s bankruptcies continue to be wake-up calls for the bunker industry and wider maritime sector. Bunker traders, brokers and suppliers, and those in the wider maritime industry, must learn the OW and Hanjin lessons now because there will be other and perhaps larger future insolvencies. The OW and Hanjin impact,… Read More »
Domestic Disturbance Leads to Seizure of 14 Pounds of Marijuana
Responding to reports of a domestic disturbance, Williamsburg police discovered approximately 14 pounds of marijuana, according to an article by WTKR. As a result of this discovery, a man and woman were charged with drug crimes. When police arrived at the house in question, they questioned the man and requested proof of identity. The… Read More »
Dog Shot & Killed During DUI Arrest in Virginia Beach
During a traffic stop for a suspected DUI, Virginia Beach police arrested a man as well as shot and killed his dog, according to an article by The Virginian-Pilot. Responding to reports of a possible drunk driver on Norfolk Avenue, Virginia Beach police pulled over an SUV and evaluated the driver for intoxication. The… Read More »
Is it a Crime to Wear a Mask in Virginia?
After dressing up as a comic book character and meandering on public streets, a Winchester man faces criminal charges for wearing a mask, as reported by the Winchester Police Department. Authorities responded to several reports of a man dressed as the “Joker” from the Batman comic series. Police officers arrested the 31-year-old perpetrator on… Read More »
Reckless Driving versus Aggressive Driving in Virginia
Our topic of discussion today is how Virginia differentiates between reckless driving and aggressive driving. We will cover the basic elements of each crime as well as the corresponding penalties. What is the Virginia Legal Approach to Reckless Driving? Code of Virginia section 46.2-852 provides the overarching definition of reckless driving. There are two… Read More »
Virginia Beach Men Sentenced for Drug & Firearm Crimes
In the aftermath of a multiyear investigation, two Virginia Beach men were sentenced for illegally selling cocaine and firearms, as reported by The Virginian-Pilot. According to authorities, the two men first sold cocaine to a confidential police source from a grocery store park lot in 2014. The men sold the cocaine at a rate… Read More »
Positive Results from Virginia’s Ignition Interlock System Regulations
The use of ignition interlock systems in Virginia seems to be having a depressive impact on DUI arrests, according to an article by WSLS 10. Ignition interlock systems are designed to prevent DUI offenders from committing subsequent DUI offenses. After a DUI conviction, the driver is required to install an ignition interlock system that… Read More »
CHRISTIAN FOR PROFITS: UNDERSTANDING PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION LAWS’ IMPACT ON CHRISTIAN BUSINESS OWNERS
By David Hyams, Esq. and H. Robert Showers, Esq. “Fascists!”…“Bigots!”…“Theocracy!!” The blood-curdling screams against humble florists and bakers seem almost comical, but the crushing fines and social stigma imposed on these small business owners are no laughing matter. Now, public accommodation laws are being employed to shut Christian businesses down so we need to… Read More »
Virginia Employee Confronts Employer’s Social Media Policy
A Virginia woman is challenging her employer’s social media policy after an allegedly wrongful termination, according to an article by The Roanoke Times. The woman contends that she was forced to resign from her position after venting her workplace frustrations on social media. The woman served for 11 years as a part-time financial assistant… Read More »
Explaining Virginia’s DMV Payment Plan Program
Uninsured motorists faced with license suspension are utilizing a new plan offered by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), according to an article by the Martinsville Daily. The plan allows drivers with suspended licenses to regain driving privileges by paying off their fees and penalties in monthly installments. Until this plan came into… Read More »
