Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Sifting Through 5 Variations Of Reckless Driving In Virginia
Reckless driving is a criminal offense in Virginia that can result in Class 1 misdemeanor or Class 6 felony charges. The punishment upon conviction can lead to a jail or prison sentence and substantial criminal fines. As a refresher, the conventional law against reckless driving appears under Code of Virginia Section 46.2-852. This section… Read More »
How Does Virginia Define & Punish Larceny Crimes?
Larceny is a type of theft crime in Virginia that comes in many forms. Depending on the value of property in question — and the circumstances of the offense — larceny can lead to misdemeanor or felony charges and corresponding punishment. In order to comprehend the subtleties of larceny in Virginia, it is vital… Read More »
DUI Maiming Vs. Involuntary Manslaughter Crimes In Virginia
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or other substances is a serious criminal offense in Virginia. At a minimum, DUI crimes can lead to misdemeanor or felony charges under Code of Virginia Section 18.2-270. But in more extreme cases — such as those involving serious physical harm or death — an offender can… Read More »
Virginia Police Arrest 2 For Drug Crimes At Car Wash
Virginia police arrested two people for drug crimes and weapon offenses at a car wash, according to an article by WYMT. One person involved is a 54-year-old man from North Carolina. The other person involved is a 54-year-old woman from Ohio. When local police arrested these individuals, they also seized: Four ounces of methamphetamine… Read More »
Virginia Reckless Driver Strikes & Flips School Bus
A 30-year-old Virginia man faces reckless driving charges after allegedly crashing into a school bus and causing it to flip over, according to an article by WTOP. This incident occurred in the afternoon of December 16. At that point, the school bus left an elementary school to take 12 students home. Then the Virginia… Read More »
Analyzing 3 Different Versions Of Forgery Under Virginia Law
Forgery is a Virginia crime that typically requires the creation or alteration of a legal document or instrument with intent to commit fraud. This offense can involve many types of instruments or documents, such as public records, coins, money, or bank notes. When forgery involves a record, it is commonly referred to as a… Read More »
Virginia Driver Charged With DUI & Child Abuse/Neglect
Authorities charged a man from Woodbridge, Virginia with child abuse and neglect, DUI, and other offenses, according to an article by the Daily Voice. This incident occurred on Friday, December 23 at approximately 12:30 a.m. That is when police responded to reports of a vehicle facing the wrong way in a traffic lane. When… Read More »
2 Men Charged With Cannabis & Cocaine Drug Crimes In Virginia
Law enforcement arrested two men in Virginia for allegedly possessing cannabis and cocaine with intent to distribute, according to an article by WJHL. Officers from both Virginia and Tennessee coordinated to execute the arrests in the morning of Wednesday, January 25. While making the arrests on Interstate 81 in Virginia, officers seized approximately three… Read More »
Reviewing 3 Penalties For DUI Offenses In Virginia
Under Virginia law, it is a crime to drive under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, drugs, or other substances. Additionally, there are two different versions of DUI under Code of Virginia Section 18.2-270. On the first or second conviction, DUI is typically charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor. Whereas on the third, fourth, or… Read More »
Virginia Man Sentenced For Federal Drug/Weapon Crime
A Virginia man received a 12-year prison sentence for committing a federal drug/weapon crime, according to an article by WDBJ. Official reports indicate that the Virginia man attempted to sell drugs illegally to a 16-year-old male. But as the transaction played out, the Virginia man ended up shooting and killing the prospective buyer, claiming… Read More »