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Our Family Law & Criminal Defense FAQs

Do you have questions about a family law issue, such as divorce, child custody, or visitation? Have you been charged with a crime and don’t know what your next steps should be? Our FAQs provide plain English answers to the most common questions our clients have, but we encourage you to contact our office to schedule a consultation to discuss your concerns in greater detail. 

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  • Can I be charged with DUI in Virginia if I was sitting in a parked car?
    Category: DUI/DWI
  • Does “going too fast for conditions” result in reckless driving charges in Virginia?
    Category: Reckless Driving
  • What happens if I’m caught driving on a suspended license in Virginia?
    Category: Criminal Defense
  • How can I get a Virginia reckless driving charge reduced to improper driving?
    Category: Reckless Driving
  • How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Virginia?
    Category: Personal Injury
  • Is hiring a reckless driving lawyer a good financial decision?
    Category: Reckless Driving
  • Are stalking charges treated as domestic violence in Virginia?
    Category: Criminal Defense
  • Can my medication interfere with a DUI breathalyzer result at a Virginia traffic stop?
    Category: DUI/DWI
  • What makes a domestic violence charge a felony in Virginia instead of a misdemeanor?
    Category: Criminal Defense
  • Can the police search my car during a DUI stop in Virginia?
    Category: DUI/DWI
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Reminder About Our Firm’s Communication Policy

Our promise to you is that while we are working on your case, we don’t take inbound phone calls, faxes or emails. James Short takes no inbound unscheduled phone calls whatsoever. It makes him much more productive and helps get your case resolved faster. You can always call the office at 757-410-5042, and schedule an in-person or phone appointment, usually within 24-48 hours. This is a lot better than the endless game of “phone tag” played by most businesses today. Remember, too, that email is “quick” but is checked no more than twice a day. Replies are then scheduled into the calendar. So, if it’s important, don’t email – call the office instead.

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