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Do I have to tell the police my immigration status?

Talking to police makes most people anxious and stressed, even if they have done nothing wrong. If you are an immigrant and have an encounter with the police or immigration agents, the experience can be even more frightening, especially if you are asked about your immigration status. You have certain constitutional rights in the United States,

Can you be deported because of a DUI?

Drunk driving is dangerous. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, 32% of all fatal traffic accidents in the state in 2019 were alcohol-related. In an effort to improve traffic safety, Virginia has some of the toughest DUI penalties in the nation. Even someone convicted for a first-offense DUI faces a mandatory minimum fine of $250 and

¿Si no soy ciudadano, perderé todo en mi divorcio?

No ser ciudadano resulta en muchas dificultades en cada aspecto de la vida. A veces, los inmigrantes no ciudadanos tienen miedo de reportar crímenes a la policía, tienen preocupaciones sobre la falta de seguridad del trabajo, y más. El divorcio es un campo más en que el estatus migratorio puede traer preocupaciones adicionales. ¿Es verdad

Uninsured motorist fee no longer an option as of July 1, 2024

While Virginians can be fined for driving uninsured in the commonwealth, currently they can register their vehicles without being insured by paying a fee. However, as of July 1, 2024, this will no longer be the case. All motorists in Virginia must carry auto insurance as of July 1, 2024. After that date, those who do

What type of “financial compensation” might you be entitled to?

Victims of personal injury incidents in America probably recall hearing in TV commercials or seeing on billboards that they might be able to recover “financial compensation” if they pursue legal action. But, if you have been a victim of a personal injury incident, just what type of “financial compensation” might you be entitled to? Types

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