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A Request for Discovery is an information request you would make to the prosecutor
Ask usually the District Attorney, for relevant information related to your case. If you were cited for speeding, you may want information on the kind of speed measurement device the officer used to clock your vehicle, or the training records for the officer that measured your speed. A simple written request, sent via registered mail to the District Attorney's office, is usually sufficient to exercise this inquiry.
Virginia Traffic Violation lawyers specialize in the field of traffic laws and violations of traffic laws. From minor parking meter citations to major speeding tickets and DUI cases, our Traffic lawyers are willing to fight for you in court.
Speeding-Related Traffic Fatalities by R
*Of the total number of speeding-related fatalities in 2003, 6,015 occurred on roads with posted speed limits between 55 and 65 mph, and 898 occurred on roads with speed limits above 65 mph.The total column for speeding-related fatalities includes fatalities that occurred on roads for which the speed limit was unknown. in Virginia
Total Traffic Fatalities
943
Total Speeding Fatalities
286
less then >55 mph on Interstate
25
unknown # 55 mph Interstate
11
55 mph Non-Interstate
127
50 mph Non-Interstate
6
45 mph Non-Interstate
43
40 mph Non-Interstate
7
35 mph Non-Interstate
38
<35 mph Non-Interstate
23
Source: National Center for Statistics and Analysis
Virginia's traffic violation laws are like those in most other states. If you commit three speeding and/or misdemeanor traffic violations within 18 months, your license will be revoked for at least six months.
Naturally, there are many other consequences for traffic violations and driving violations such as DUI's.
The punishment in drunk driving cases is set forth by the state statutes and can be incredibly complex. The basic Virginia statute determines the range of possible sentences, with modifications for such things as:
Having a prior conviction within seven years
Speeding 20 mph over the limit
Having a child under 14 in the car
Having a blood alcohol content reading over .20%
Refusing to submit to chemical testing
Some of the most common Traffic Violations include:
Child Restraint Law
Child Safety Seat
Cutting Corner
Disregard Traffic Control Device
Driver's License (DL) Violation
Failure to Fasten Seat Belt
Failure to Yield Right-of-Way
Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (vehicle insurance)
High Court to Rule on Use of Dogs in Traffic Stops
Audio, RM, 44 Kbps, 3:53, 11/10/2004
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on whether police may bring in drug-sniffing dogs when stopping someone for a traffic violation. Source: National Public Radio
Virginia External Sites
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Definition:
Crashes where the vehicle, or the driver of the vehicle, in transport is a contact vehicle in the crash, and departs the scene without stopping to render aid.
Air Bag Deployed
Definition:
Deployment status of an air bag relative to the position in the vehicle for this occupant.
Centerline, Double
Definition:
A double centerline indicates that passing is prohibited.
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Speeding-Related Traffic Fatalities by R
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