Most states in the U.S, including Virginia, use demerit point systems for drivers who violate traffic laws. With this system, the state places a specific number of points on your … Continue reading How Many Points Is A DUI?
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How Long Is a DUI on Your Record?
Driving under the influence in Virginia comes with grave consequences—both legally and socially. Apart from putting your life and that of other motorists & road users at risk, the charge … Continue reading How Long Is a DUI on Your Record?
How Long Does A DUI Stay On Record?
Driving under the influence is a crime that’s not taken lightly in America or any other country, for that matter. Aside from putting your own life in danger, you risk … Continue reading How Long Does A DUI Stay On Record?
Which Is Worse DUI Or DWI?
To the layman, driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated or impaired (DWI) are the same thing. It’s understandable that most people would use these terms interchangeably even … Continue reading Which Is Worse DUI Or DWI?
What’s The Difference Between DUI And DWI?
What Is A DUI? DUI is the acronym used to refer to driving under the influence. By influence, the law here means anything that can affect or impair your ability … Continue reading What’s The Difference Between DUI And DWI?
What Does DWI Mean?
What Is DWI? DWI is the abbreviated term for driving while intoxicated. Intoxication most commonly refers to alcohol use. Driving while affected by medications or other drugs is more typically … Continue reading What Does DWI Mean?
Is DUI A Criminal Offence?
What Is DUI? DUI is the shortened term for driving under the influence. This means operating a car, truck, motorcycle, or boat while affected by alcohol or drugs. It is … Continue reading Is DUI A Criminal Offence?
Same-Sex Marriage Divorce Rate In The US
The same-sex marriage divorce rate in the US is currently around 2%. The divorce rate for heterosexual marriages is also about 2% in the US. It is interesting how similar … Continue reading Same-Sex Marriage Divorce Rate In The US
Is Same-Sex Marriage Legal In Virginia?
Same-sex marriage has been legal in Virginia since 2014. Then in June 2015 the Supreme Court reienforced this legalization by legalizing same-sex marriage throughout the entire U.S. Despite the legalization … Continue reading Is Same-Sex Marriage Legal In Virginia?
Divorce Rate In Same-Sex Marriages Around the World
The divorce rate for same-sex marriages is a highly controversial topic. Currently, same-sex marriage, and therefore same-sex divorce, is only recognized in 29 of the 195 countries throughout the world. … Continue reading Divorce Rate In Same-Sex Marriages Around the World