Our qualified attorneys often write legal library articles that will give you information on Virginia criminal laws and penalties, as well as explain possible defenses and strategies for your DUI, traffic or criminal case. These articles will help explain your rights under Virginia laws and educate you on the process you may be facing.
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Distribution of Ethanol AlcoholBlood carries absorbed alcohol to various organs and tissues of the body and will deposit alcohol in proportion to the water content of organs and tissues.
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Absorption of Ethanol AlcoholAlcohol is absorbed all throughout the gastrointestinal tract. Peak blood alcohol concentrations are achieved in as little as 30 minutes or as much as 6 hours.
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Elimination of Ethanol AlcoholA small percentage of consumed alcohol will be directly eliminated from the body in the breath, urine, sweat, and tears but mostly through metabolism.
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The Supreme Court of the United States Speaks Out in Melendez-Diaz: When we said bring in the witnesses, we meant it!The Supreme Court of the United States confirmed that the Right of Confrontation: criminal defendants have the right to confront witnesses against them.
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Crawford v. Washington and the U.S. ResponseIn 2004, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down the decision in Crawford v. Washington which turned the rules of evidence upside down.
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What does the Melendez-Diaz Supreme Court decision mean for the state of Virginia?Shifting the burden to subpoena the witness to the accused and deeming the failure to do so a waiver has been rejected, we will note how VA courts respond.
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9 Blunders Which Will Wreck Your Virginia DUI / DWI CaseThe period of time between being arrested and being tried for a DUI / DWI in Virginia is crucial. Learn how to avoid the common mistakes people make.
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Stages of IntoxicationThe different stages of intoxication have predictable effects on people. If you’ve been charged call us at 1-888-384-5997 for a free, no obligation consultation
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Physiology of Alcohol in the BodyHow alcohol enters the body and then the blood. If you’ve been charged call us at 1-888-384-5997 for a free, no obligation consultation.
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Physical Effects of Alcohol On the BodyAs a general rule once alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream and reached the brain, it has relatively predictable effects on us all.
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What is Alcohol?Understand the different types of alcohol and for what each are used. If you’ve been charged call us at 1-888-384-5997 for a free, no obligation consultation.
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How is ethyl alcohol made?Ethyl alcohol is fermented and distilled to create alcoholic beverages. If you’ve been charged with Drunk Driving in Virginia, call us for a free consultation.
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Blood Alcohol ConcentrationThere are many factors that determine an individual's Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC). Call us at 1-888-384-5997 for a free, no obligation consultation.
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Blood Alcohol Concentration ChartsCharts can give an estimated BAC reading for someone based on gender, weight and number of drinks consumed. Call us at 888-384-5997 for a free consultation.