Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What is the Difference Between DUI and DUID in Virginia?
The subject for exploration today centers on the differences between two intoxicated driving charges in Virginia — DUI and DUID. The following sections will cover important definitions of and penalties for both offenses. What is the Definition of DUI in Virginia? Code of Virginia 18.2-266 makes it unlawful to drive under the influence (DUI)…. Read More »
7 Types of Reckless Driving in Virginia
Reckless driving is a crime in Virginia that refers to general and specific driving conduct. From a general standpoint, reckless driving occurs when a driver endangers other people or property. Additionally, Virginia law addresses a number of specific situations that qualify as reckless driving. The following sections will provide an overview of seven types… Read More »
How Does Virginia Protect Whistleblowers from Retaliation?
Under Virginia law, a whistleblower is an employee who witnesses or has evidence of their employer’s wrongdoing or misconduct. If the whistleblower reports the alleged wrongdoing — or indicates that they will make such a report — it is unlawful for the employer to retaliate. What Qualifies as Misconduct or Wrongdoing in Virginia? The… Read More »
Virginia Senate Passes Bill to Relax Reckless Driving Standards
The Virginia Senate passed a bill to relax certain speeding standards for the criminal charge of reckless driving, reported WTOP. The Senate bill proposes to increase the upper limit of a reckless speeding charge from 80 to 85 miles per hour. Before dissecting the Virginia Senate’s proposed changes, the following sections will provide an… Read More »
Five Types of Domestic Violence in Virginia
Sometimes referred to as “family abuse” in the Commonwealth of Virginia, domestic violence is a broad term for certain criminal acts perpetrated against a family or household member. Virginia law includes both actual family members — such as parents, children, grandparents, etc. — and household members — such as roommates, romantic partners, and other… Read More »
Virginia Drunk Driver Gropes Police Officer
A 35-year-old Virginia man was arrested for DUI and felony assault after allegedly grabbing a police officer’s genitals, reported the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Police officers initiated a traffic stop after noticing that the Virginia man had a defective light on his license plate. During the traffic stop, the officers detected that the man was under… Read More »
New Virginia Law Expands State Approach to Medical Marijuana
A recently signed Virginia law provides the basic structure for medical marijuana across the state, reported the News Leader. Officially referred to as HB1251, the new law is the result of a partnership with the Joint Commission on Health Care. Medical Marijuana Under HB1251 From an overall standpoint, HB1251 allows doctors to prescribe oil-based… Read More »
How Does Virginia Address Bicycle Law?
Today’s blog entry will explore important considerations for any person who rides a bicycle in Virginia, including procedural considerations for bicycle accidents. In order to put this conversation in proper context, the following sections will explore Virginia bicycle laws, tips for bicycle safety, and how to respond to a bicycle accident. Virginia Laws for… Read More »
Will Your Nonprofit or Church Survive Inside the Trump Tax Cuts?
By Kyle D. Winey, Esq., Justin R. Coleman, Esq., and Robert Showers, Esq. (SS Quarterly 2018 2nd Quarter) The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Trump on December 22, 2017, in what the New York Times called “the most sweeping rewrite of the tax code in decades.”[i]… Read More »
Virginia Man Faces Reckless Driving Charges After Trying to Evade Police
After attempting to evade a traffic stop, a man from Manassas, Virginia, faces criminal charges for eluding police, driving on a revoked license, and reckless driving, reported Loudoun Times-Mirror. The incident in question occurred at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018. At that time, the Manassas man was driving on Route 15…. Read More »
