Speed Limit in Virginia: Is it Really Enforced by Aircraft?

We’ve all seen those signs in Virginia stating that the speed limit is enforced by aircraft and we’ve all wondered if that is actually true. It turns out that Virginia state police have actually lacked the funding for using speed-detecting aircraft for the last 7 years. So if you’re one of the many people who have looked up at the sky while driving on Virginia’s highways and never saw an aircraft, that’s because there is nothing up there monitoring your speed. Instead, you should be paying attention to the roadways and looking out for state police vehicles detecting speed the old-fashioned way with radar guns. Virginia employs strict penalties for speeders and reckless drivers in Virginia. Remember that if you are 20mph over the posted speed limit, or you are over 80mph, that is considered reckless driving in Virginia. If you are pulled over for speeding or reckless driving in Virginia, call Portner & Shure and let us fight that ticket.

What to Expect in a typical 1st Offense Virginia DWI case?

·         Most importantly, you should retain an attorney to represent you in court because Virginia has some of the most strict penalties for traffic offenses, including DWIs.

·         Unlike other states, Virginia courts handle everything—the DWI charge, the driver’s license, and alcohol treatment through VASAP.

·         If your BAC is between 0.08 and 0.14, there is no mandatory jail time, although it is still possible.

·         If your BAC is between 0.15 and 0.20, there is a mandatory jail sentence of 5 days.

·         If your BAC over 0.20, there is a mandatory jail sentence of 10 days.

·         If you’ve been charged with DWI in Virginia, call Portner & Shure today to discuss your case, (703) 916-1227.