Driving while intoxicated is a bad idea. No one questions that they shouldn't do it. However, what's worse is driving while you're intoxicated with your children in the vehicle. Even if you don't get into a crash, you could face charges beyond a typical DUI. You could...
Month: May 2018
What are some kinds of drug crimes?
There are several kinds of drug crimes, and each has the potential to threaten your freedoms in different ways. For example, there are drug crime laws related to possession, those related to distribution and drug crime laws to address paraphernalia. Knowing these...
Caught with someone else’s drugs? Defend yourself
It's impossible to control what other people do, even if you want to try. You may be best friends with someone who drinks too much or uses drugs on occasion, but on the whole, as long as those actions don't impact you, you don't see the harm.Unfortunately, your...
Prescription fraud: Faking a doctor’s signature
Prescription fraud is a serious crime in the United States. If you think about it, physicians spend years in school to earn the right to prescribe medications to their patients. When someone signs a doctor's name fraudulently, it is not only an act that could hurt the...
Boating under the influence: Not a risk to take
It is extremely dangerous to get behind the wheel of any vehicle while you're intoxicated, boats included. Since the spring is here and summer is just around the corner, you may be considering heading out onto the water soon. If so, remember that a BWI could be...
Drug treatment courts may help you get your life and health back
Presently, it's estimated that around half of the people who end up in Federal or State prison suffer from drug addiction. Many of these people do not receive the addiction counseling or treatment they need, which means that they're more likely to continue abusing...
What happens if you’re caught using cocaine?
Every state has its own laws and penalties for drug offenses. As someone new to the state, it's a good idea to know all the pertinent laws and regulations of the area where you live. If you aren't familiar with Virginia's cocaine laws, this should help you understand...