Archives for Samantha Upton
High Speed Reckless Driving Dismissed in Henrico County – 106/55
When a lawyer and a client work well together, sometimes great things happen. In this case, a college student-athlete was pulled over for traveling 106 mph in a 55 mph zone. This would typically...
Read Full PostSpeedometer Calibrations in Reckless Driving Cases
A trained mechanic can perform a speedometer calibration to fix your vehicle’s speedometer to provide a more accurate result. A speedometer calibration usually involves placing the car on a dynamometer, which measures the spinning...
Read Full PostSPEEDING CHARGE IN RICHMOND VA – DISMISSED!
Samantha Upton represented a client charged with Speeding as she was clocked driving 43 MPH in a 25 MPH zone in Richmond, Virginia. The client was driving a new car and had a clean...
Read Full PostHow Much is a Reckless Driving Ticket in VA?
One of the more serious traffic offenses under Virginia law is reckless driving. Unlike many other traffic offenses, reckless driving could be charged as a felony in some cases. A conviction on a reckless...
Read Full PostGetting a Criminal Charge Dismissed
Contrary to what you might have seen on TV or in a movie, someone who has been arrested is not immediately put on trial. Weeks or months may pass between someone’s arrest and their...
Read Full PostHow Virginia Drug Crime Penalties Determined
The penalty levied for a drug crime conviction in Virginia will depend on the type of offense committed, the schedule of the controlled substance in the crime, and the amount of substance in question....
Read Full PostShould I Take a Plea Agreement in My Criminal Case?
Many cases in Virginia’s criminal justice system end in plea agreements. A plea agreement can benefit everyone involved by reducing uncertainty and avoiding the time and expense of going to trial. However, not all...
Read Full PostPenalties for a First-Time DUI Conviction
Virginia police and prosecutors aggressively pursue drinking and driving offenses, so even a first-time DUI conviction could carry stiff fines and other penalties. The penalties for a first-time DUI conviction in Virginia can vary...
Read Full PostNew Virginia Marijuana Laws
In April 2021, Virginia legislators passed a series of new marijuana laws with sweeping effects. If you are a resident or visitor in Virginia, continue reading to learn more about how these laws could...
Read Full PostConsequences of Driving With a Suspended License
Having your license suspended is a major inconvenience, but that doesn’t mean you should risk driving after receiving a suspension. Driving on a suspended license can carry severe penalties in Virginia, including having your...
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