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Reckless Driving

Reckless driving and related charges such as negligent driving, aggressive driving, fleeing and eluding police and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs are treated as serious offenses in Virginia, and result in a misdemeanor along with fines or even jail time in case of conviction. In order to protect your reputation, freedom and driving privileges, your best course of action is to hire an experienced Virginia reckless driving lawyer: Dua Law Firm. We will use every available resource to build a strong case and improve your chances of receiving a favorable outcome in your upcoming court date.  Learn more about Reckless Driving Law in Fairfax County, VA.

Wills

Most people tend to procrastinate when it comes to estate planning. Let’s face it, deciding who gets your assets when you are gone, and who will manage your assets if you become disabled, are tasks most people would rather ignore. But if you’re reading this, you’re probably ready to take that first step toward greater peace of mind.  A will provides written instructions as to how you want your estate to be distributed, who you want to handle the probate process and, if you have minor children, who you want to raise those children, and who you want to be in control of the money for those children.  Learn more about Estate Planning and creating a Will in Fairfax County, VA.

DUI/DWI

Driving under the influence (DUI/DWI) is one of the most common criminal offenses in the state of Virginia, and the penalties associated with a conviction escalate dramatically with any subsequent violations. A conviction could cost you your job or your security clearance, or prevent you from finding employment or housing or getting a security clearance in the future. You’ll have to provide proof of your financial responsibility and will be required to have vehicle insurance with more coverage than the usual state minimums, and you likely will pay more for that coverage because of the DUI/DWI conviction.  Learn more about DUI/DWI’s and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Petit Larceny

Petit larceny can be a lot of things. Shoplifting is one example of a theft offense that can be a form of petit larceny. The statutes spells out two ways a theft offense may be considered petit larceny.“From a person” means taking something that’s on another person’s body or in his or her physical possession or immediate control. Grabbing a wallet out of someone’s hand or snatching a purse from someone’s shoulder would be theft from a person.“Not from a person” is a more indirect type of theft. If the person’s wallet is inside a locker at a gym and you take it while the person is working out or taking a shower, the wallet isn’t in his or her physical possession or immediate control. That would be a type of theft not from a person.  Learn more about Petit Larceny and its associated charges in Fairfax County, VA.

Possession of Marijuana

Any drug arrest must be taken very seriously. Even a first-offense misdemeanor charge for possession of a small amount of marijuana could land you in jail, cost you your job, or severely limit your future prospects. But the law also recognizes that drug crimes often go hand-in-hand with addictions, and opportunities exist in some cases to undergo substance abuse screening and treatment in lieu of stricter penalties. We can help you determine if the circumstances of your case might qualify you for treatment and probation or a more lenient sentence, or if defenses exist to have your charge dismissed altogether.  Learn more about Possession of Marijuana and what our legal team can do for you in Fairfax County, VA.

Protective Orders

We not only represents clients in a variety of divorce and property settlement actions, but also in situations of family abuse. We put our clients first in all situations, but especially when the health and well-being of a client is at risk. If you are facing domestic abuse or violence, you need to take action immediately. We can help you put the law to work for you, so that you can protect yourselves and your children against an abusive spouse, parent or other family member.  Learn more about getting a protective order in Fairfax County, VA.

Divorce

Being able to start over without regret, with the ability to live without having financial difficulties is priceless.  We understand that people want as painless and quick a divorce as possible. We want our clients, whenever possible, to walk away from a divorce with everything they deserve plus an amicable relationship with their ex-spouse. Unless there are no other options on the table left except to fight, we’re going to try and see you and your family through the storm as emotionally unscarred by the experience as possible.  Learn more about getting a divorce in Fairfax County, VA.

Uncontested Divorce

While divorce is never easy, you and your spouse can make the process simpler, less stressful and less expensive by resolving all of the material issues before you file for a no-fault divorce. If appropriate, an uncontested divorce can be a better option than a contested divorce, and is less painful both emotionally and financially. It can usually be completed in far less time. These cases are often resolved in four to eight weeks, compared to six months to more than a year in contested cases. Uncontested divorce is sometimes called “amicable” divorce. However, even if you hold opposing views on many issues, you and your spouse can still come to terms. Our Fairfax County, VA family law attorneys can advise you on the process and tell you how judges have ruled in cases with issues similar to yours. If you and your spouse agree on all the issues except for one, then you both can use the contested divorce process to resolve that issue while reaching an agreement on all of the other issues. Learn more about uncontested divorce and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Juvenile Traffic Offenses

Traffic regulations such as signs, signals, and speed limits are put in place for the safety of all drivers on the road. When a driver commits a traffic violation, an officer will usually pull over the driver and issue a ticket to protect both the guilty driver and others. Juveniles are commonly guilty of committing traffic offenses. In Fairfax County, VA, any individual who is under 18 years old is considered a juvenile. Common traffic offenses and violations committed by juveniles are speeding, reckless driving, failure to wear seatbelts, failure to obey traffic signs, and sometimes being the cause of an accident. The age of accountability in Fairfax County, VA is 18, so these and other traffic offenses committed by juveniles are usually not considered as serious as adult traffic offenses. However, committing traffic offenses before the age of 18 can still affect a juvenile’s driving record after they reach adulthood. Learn more about juvenile traffic offense and how we can help in Fairfax County, VA.

Suspended License

Depending on the offense, the Fairfax County, VA DMV and the courts may either suspend or revoke a driver’s license. Your license can be suspended because of a criminal charge such as reckless driving or driving under the influence (DUI/DWI). But you can also be suspended because you forgot to pay a fine, a medical condition that affects your driving, or accruing too many points on your driving record. The Fairfax County, VA DMV typically notifies motorists when their driving privileges have been suspended. Learn more about having a suspended license and how we can help in Fairfax County, VA.

Domestic Assault and Battery

Domestic assault and battery is considered a serious criminal offense in Fairfax County, VA. Domestic assault and battery is a specific form of standard assault and battery, which falls under VA. Code 18.2-57. In order for assault to occur, and individual must threaten harm against another with a present and imminent ability to act on that threat. Battery occurs when an individual carries out the given threat and harms another. Common battery actions in domestic assault and battery cases include but are not limited to slapping, beating, spanking, pushing, hitting, or punching. When an individual performs these actions against a family member, household member, or romantic partner, the charge becomes domestic assault and battery. Learn more about domestic assault and battery charges and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Assault and Battery

Assault and battery is considered a serious criminal offense in Fairfax County, VA. The definition of assault and battery is two-fold. Assault occurs when an individual threatens harm against another individual with a present and imminent ability to act on that threat. Battery occurs when an individual carries out the given threat and harms another. Both actions must occur for an assault and battery charge to be issued. If you’re charged with assault and battery in Fairfax County, VA, it’s important that you understand the penalties for the offense as well as your legal rights so that you can build a strong defense against it. An assault and battery charge, while serious, does not have to mean your entire life is over if you are well prepared with exceptional legal defense. Learn more about assault and battery charges and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Juvenile Criminal Offenses

In Fairfax County, VA, any individual who is under 18 years old is considered a juvenile. The age of accountability in Virginia is 18, so juveniles who commit crimes are not considered old enough to be held responsible for their actions. Juvenile criminal offenses are handled differently than adult criminal offenses, and usually are not considered as serious because of the offender’s age. Learn more about juvenile criminal offenses and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Traffic Speeding Offenses

Speed limits are put in place for the safety of drivers everywhere. When a driver exceeds the speed limit, an officer will usually pull them over and issue a ticket to protect the safety of both the driver and others on the road. Driving over the speed limit in Fairfax County, VA can have more serious consequences depending on how fast the driver is going. A common belief is that drivers have a cushion of about five to ten miles per hour over the speed limit before a police officer will pull them over, but an officer can legally pull over a driver who is exceeding the speed limit by as little as 1 mph. Learn more about traffic speeding offenses and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Divorce Mediation

When the unexpected happens and a couple realizes they cannot make their marriage work, they begin the process of filing for divorce. One of the most difficult parts of a divorce for most couples is to divide assets and reach a divorce agreement. In divorces where the partners cannot easily agree, coming up with a solution that appeals to both parties can seem almost impossible. Even though divorce is never easy, using a divorce mediator can make the process of reaching a settlement or agreement much simpler. Learn more about divorce mediation and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Family Law

Dua Law Firm, PLLC, offers comprehensive legal services to families in Fairfax County, VA who are facing a disruption in their normal family life. The legal matters we routinely assist clients with include drafting of contractual agreements between spouses, including prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements and settlement agreements. We also assist clients throughout the divorce process as they face issues such as child custody, spousal support and the equitable distribution of property. Once a divorce has been finalized, we then assist clients with the modification and enforcement of support agreements, child custody arrangements and property settlements. In addition, we assist clients in seeking protective orders and separate petitions for child support, child custody, visitation, and spousal support. Learn more about family law and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

Drunk in Public

Public intoxication, also known as drunk in public, charges are criminal offenses in Fairfax County, VA. Being drunk in public falls under VA. Code 18.2-388, which covers both swearing in public and being intoxicated by any substance like alcohol, narcotics, or other drugs. In order for a drunk in public charge to be issued, prosecution must be able to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused individual was intoxicated and that the incident took place in public. If charged with public intoxication, it is important that you understand the criteria for this offense: public and intoxication. An event occurs in public if it is in a place directly visible to the surrounding community. A person is considered drunk or intoxicated if he or she has consumed enough alcoholic beverages to noticeably change his or her speech, muscle movement, and general behavior. Although the exact definitions of these concepts vary slightly based on your locality within Fairfax County, VA, this is considered a broad definition for the entire state. Learn more about drunk in public charges and our legal services in Fairfax County, VA.

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