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A traffic stop involving suspected impairment can escalate quickly, especially when a police officer asks you to perform roadside tests. Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Virginia. If you are suspected of being under the influence, you will likely be asked to perform field sobriety tests or breathalyzer tests. The legal …

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If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, whether the case involves a traffic offense, theft charge, or another criminal matter, early decisions often shape the outcome. Many people unknowingly make mistakes that weaken their position before the case ever reaches the courtroom. Avoiding those missteps can significantly impact your rights, record, and future. Below …

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Traffic charges often seem straightforward. A speeding ticket or reckless driving citation may look like a simple fine and a quick court appearance. In practice, traffic offenses can carry long-term consequences that affect your driving record, insurance rates, and even your freedom. Working with an experienced Virginia traffic attorney helps protect your rights and gives …

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An arrest catches most people off guard. Whether the situation involves a traffic stop, an argument that escalated, or an ongoing investigation, the moments after you’re detained can feel confusing and stressful. Virginia’s criminal process has several steps, each with deadlines and requirements that can affect the outcome of your case. A clear sense of …

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If you’ve been charged with a crime or cited for a serious traffic offense in Virginia, speaking openly with a lawyer can distinguish between a strong defense and an avoidable mistake. However, many people hesitate to share certain details, unsure of what a lawyer might be required to report. Communication between an attorney and their …

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Social media plays a central role in many people’s daily lives, but courts can admit social media content as evidence in criminal trials. Law enforcement doesn’t need your permission to view publicly available material. With a warrant or subpoena, they can also access private messages, deleted content, and information held by the platform itself. Prosecutors …

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Stanton Law is a leading criminal and traffic defense law firm based in Richmond, Virginia. We recently secured a remarkably favorable outcome for a client charged with Reckless Driving in Henrico County. Our client was cited for driving 100 mph in a 65 mph zone—an offense that not only qualifies as Reckless Driving under Virginia …

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COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA — All charges have been dropped against a nurse wrongfully accused in a widely publicized Colonial Heights nursing home abuse investigation, thanks to the strategic defense by Stanton Law. The defendant, a licensed nurse, was initially charged with two counts of Abuse of a Vulnerable Adult Resulting in Death and one count …

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Stanton Law is a leading criminal and traffic defense firm based in Richmond, Virginia. We recently secured a dismissal for a client facing a serious traffic charge in Henrico General District Court. Our client was charged with Reckless Driving for allegedly traveling 94 mph in a 65 mph zone. After carefully following Mr. Stanton’s pre-court …

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If you have been charged with a DUI or DWI in Virginia, you may be wondering whether there is a difference between the two. These terms are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion about the specific charges and penalties involved. Understanding how Virginia law defines and treats these offenses is essential, especially if you are …

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Stanton Law is a leading criminal and traffic defense law firm in Richmond, Virginia. Recently, we successfully represented a driver in a traffic case. Our client in New Kent was initially cited for Reckless Driving on March 13, 2025, for traveling 108 mph in a 70 mph zone. They followed our legal guidance, and we …

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Reckless driving is a serious traffic offense in Virginia, defined under section §46.2-852 as, “Irrespective of the maximum speeds permitted by law, any person who drives a vehicle on any highway recklessly or at a speed or in a manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person shall be guilty …

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