Monthly Archives: April 2026
What You Should Know About Drug Trafficking Penalties in Virginia
Many people believe drug traffickers are sophisticated criminal organizations that operate in several counties or even several states. While that’s true, a drug trafficker could also be someone who gives a leftover pain pill to a neighbor. Because the definition of “drug trafficking” is so broad, almost everyone could end up facing serious charges… Read More »
DUI Jail Release in Loudon County: A Primer
Most law enforcement offices in Northern Virginia have mandatory DUI arrest policies. If officers have probable cause to believe a driver is impaired, they must arrest that driver and take him/her to jail. The days of “go forth and sin no more” DUI warnings are gone. So, jail release is always part of the… Read More »
Jury Acquittal In Complex DWI Case
On April 8, 2026, William “Ben” Mann, Esq., secured a jury acquittal in a highly unusual and complex DWI case—demonstrating the importance of experienced, strategic defense counsel when the stakes are high. The case arose on February 25, 2025, in the area of One Loudoun. Deputies observed a vehicle strike a median, causing a… Read More »
Challenging DUI Chemical Test Results in Court
Many people believe if they fail a breath or blood test, they’re automatically guilty of DUI. This belief is not entirely misplaced. The conviction rate in blood test cases is over 90 percent. The conviction rate in breath test cases is not much lower (around 80 percent in most jurisdictions). Although these numbers are… Read More »
What to Expect in an Ordinary Assault Case
Eventually, most defendants can expect an out-of-court settlement in an ordinary assault case. Over 95 percent of criminal cases settle out of court. However, “eventually” can be a long time, because a settlement is a process, not a result. Furthermore, it’s important to consider not only the direct effects, but the collateral effects as… Read More »
