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Huge Marijuana Bust on Virginia's Beltway
Posted on 7/27/2010

Drugged Drivers Difficult to Convict
Posted on 7/25/2010

Drunk-Driving Mom Who Was Free on Bond Pleads Guilty to DUI
Posted on 7/14/2010

Arrests in Fairfax County Rental Property Scams
Posted on 7/13/2010

Clarence Thomas' Nephew Tasered in Hospital
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Helpful Internet Resources

Helpful Internet Resources for Many Fairfax County Cases:

DWI/DUI
Traffic
Reckless Driving
Marijuana Defense
Criminal Cases

DUI and DWI

The Drink Wheel:

On-Line BrAC Calculator
About Disclaimer

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About the Drink Wheel
The Intoximeters Inc. "Drink Wheel"¹ is a form that you can fill out. Upon completion we will instantly compute your estimated blood/breath alcohol concentration ("BAC") based on the information that you have provided and return that estimate to you. It is presented as a public service to Intoximeters web site visitors. Its primary purpose is to provide useful information about the responsible use of alcohol.

Why is it called a "Drink Wheel"?
We call it the "Drink Wheel" because it is based on various paper and cardboard BAC calculators that are given out in alcohol awareness programs, some of which are in the form of a wheel that you can spin around to calculate your estimated BAC based on what and how much you have had to drink.

Disclaimer
It would be extremely foolish for us to pretend that our "Drink Wheel" can tell you what your BAC actually is, first because it would open us up to an incredible amount of potential liability and second if it really did work accurately there would be no need for anyone to buy the instruments that we make and sell.
A person's actual BAC is dependent on many complex factors, including their physical condition (body composition, health etc...) and what they have recently ingested (including food, water, medications and other drugs). This site includes a more detailed discussion of the Pharmacology and Disposition of alcohol in humans.
The results that are generated are rough estimates of an average healthy person's BAC assuming typical beverage sizes, recipes and alcohol content. The BAC estimates generated by the Drink Wheel should not be used to infer anyone's fitness to work, drive or perform any other task or duty.
Fairfax County Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP): The Fairfax Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP) identifies and provides appropriate services to offenders convicted of driving under the influence, or other substance abuse-related charges, as referred by the local courts.
The National College for DUI Defense, Inc.: The National College for DUI Defense, Inc. was established in 1995 and provides a lot of information about DUI/DWI defense.
Restoration of Driving Privileges: Information and forms for restoring driving privileges.

Criminal Defense

Petit Larceny/ Shoplifting/ Concealment cases in Fairfax County:
The National Association for Shoplifting Prevention is a crime-prevention organization that offers programs and assistance for parents of juvenile offenders, as well as adult offenders who want help to stop shoplifting. Please visit their website for more information. We recommend these courses for any client with a pending larceny case.
Fairfax County Circuit Court Criminal Case Information:
Fairfax County Circuit Court Criminal Case Information

Fairfax County Courts Information

Fairfax County General District Court: Fairfax County General District Court Website
Fairfax County Circuit Court: Fairfax County Circuit Court Website
Fairfax County Circuit Court Civil Case Information: For Fairfax County Circuit Court Civil Case information, use this link. These types of cases include restoration of driving privileges and expungement, among others.
Calendar Control and Continuance Policy and Procedures: Explains the Fairfax Circuit Court's policies and procedures regarding calendar control and case continuance.

Fairfax County

Fairfax County Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP): The Fairfax Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP) identifies and provides appropriate services to offenders convicted of driving under the influence, or other substance abuse-related charges, as referred by the local courts.
Fairfax County Police Department: This is the website for the Fairfax County Police Department.
Fairfax County, Virginia: Fairfax County, Virginia Website

State of Virginia

VA Drivers' Licenses No Longer Issued at DMV Centers:
VA Drivers' Licenses No Longer Issued at DMV Centers
Virginia Sex Offender Registration FAQ's:
Virginia Sex Offender Registration FAQ's Website
Virginia Sex Offender Registry:
Virginia Sex Offender Registry Website
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT):
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Website
Virginia State Police:
Virginia State Police Website
Virginia General District Courts Case Information: This link is for the Virginia General District Courts Case Information. Click on the link and follow the directions for information on your Virginia General District Court Case.
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles: Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Website

Fairfax County Trivia and History

Fairfax County Courthouse Expansion Photo Gallery:
This link contains photos of the recent Fairfax County Courthouse expansion.
George & Martha Washington's Wills:
Our Fairfax County Courthouse has possession of the Wills of George and Martha Washington. The Court's website contains a letter from John T. Frey, Clerk of the Fairfax County Circuit Court, which provides some history regarding these treasures, as well as photos and transcripts of both wills.

You can also view the photos and transcripts in our online Library.

Attorney Links

Ben Glass - Virginia Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Attorney: Ben Glass is at the top of his game in one of the toughest markets on the East Coast! He doesn't take many cases, but if you have a serious injury or malpractice case, you should get in touch with Ben Glass' office. If Ben Glass can't take your case, he will make sure you have the name of the right attorney to help with your problem. He will also provide you with lots of free information about fighting the insurance companies. You should be glad if you don't have a serious enough case for Ben to handle it himself. I really think he only handles a few serious cases every year, and those cases take all of his available time because he is so thorough and meticulous. Ben has taught 100's of other Attorneys how to fight the insurance companies and the clever tactics they use to avoid paying out on the policies that they keep selling! Ben Glass is the very best for Personal Injury and Med Malpractice!
Jay Norton - Top Kansas City DUI/DWI Attorney: Jay Norton is one of the top DUI/DWI attorneys in the Kansas City Area, and known nationwide for his expertise in technical DWI issues. I highly recommend him. If you have been charged with DUI or DWI in the Kansas City Area, please contact Jay Norton.
Karyn Missimer - Wisconsin DUI/OUI Lawyer: As a fellow member of the National College of DUI Defense, I know Karyn to be one of a very few Wisconsin Attorneys who will actually fight to win a DWI case and protect the rights of her clients. Far too many attorneys take these cases without any of the requisite expertise to properly fight these cases and they often have few options other than to plead guilty. Karyn Missimer has taken steps carefully calculated to gain the knowledge necesary to fight a DUI / OUI case in Wisconsin.
Bob Keefer - Shenandoah Valley, VA DWI/DUI Attorney: Keefer is the Top DUI Attorney in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. He is a leader in DUI Defense Community statewide, and always giving of his time when I need help with a technical issue. I first heard of Bob as the top defense attorney in the JMU/Harrisonburg market, but his reach has gone well beyond that.
Charles V. Hardenbergh - Lexington, VA DUI/DWI Attorney: I endorse this lawyer's work with the highest regard. Van Hardenbergh is the top DUI Attorney in Southwestern Virginia. He runs his practice with a level of precision and discipline that is consistent with his miliary background. I am in Fairfax, almost 200 miles away, and I am just glad that Van isn't here to compete with me for clients. Nevertheless, he is always there when I need help with insight into the most technical legal issues. Van is a respected member of the National College for DUI Defense, and provides assistance to attorneys nationwide on a wide variety of legal issues.
Timothy Kevin Wilson - Prince William County, VA DWI/DUI Attorney: I know T. Kevin Wilson from our mutual eneavors with the National College of DUI Defense. Kevin is, in my opinion, the top DWI lawyer in Prince William County. PW is a very tough jurisdiction, and anybody with a DUI in PW needs a tough advocate like Kevin Wilson to help them through the complicated process.
Justin James McShane - Pennsylvania DUI/DWI Attorney: I endorse this lawyer's work with the highest regards. I met Justin through the National College for DUI Defense, and even in that very intensely focused brotherhood, Justin stands out as a super-zealous advocate for the rights of our accused citizens. McShane is the type of defense attorney who doesn't let the government assume anything about the case. Don't assume that you know who my client is; don't assume that he was there; don't assume that he was driving; don't even assume that he was conscious-- you must prove it all with competent, convincing evidence, or it doesn't come in! Justin McShane sets a very high standard for the rest of us to follow!
Scott Pejic -- Indiana DUI/DWI, Personal Injury, and Criminal Defense Attorney: I know Scott Pejic for his excellent work with the National College for DUI Defense (www.NCDD.com). Scott is a regular contributor to this Nationwide network of attorneys, often providing support and encouragement to attorneys all across the USA. I am a Fairfax, Virginia DWI Attorney, and I'm lucky to have attorneys like Scott Pejic who I can call on for assistance on short notice, no matter how complicated the legal issues.
Bob Battle - Richmond, VA DUI and Reckless Driving/Speeding Lawyer: I've known Bob Battle since High School (At Bishop Ireton in Alexandria). Bob was a prosecutor in Fairfax already when I got out of law school but he went into private practice shortly after I did. Bob has been there for me for my entire career. Bob Battle is a leader in the Statewide Criminal Defense bar, offering help to citizens and dozens of attorneys around the Commonwealth. Bob is my first call if I hear from a client in Central Virginia-- Richmond or anyplace all the way to the Carolina line.
Darryl Genis -- California DUI/DWI Attorney: Many of the Best DWI Attorneys in the USA are in California, and Darryl Genis is one of the best in California-- Without a Doubt. Mr. Genis was very involved in the recent McLean case in which Citizens of California were restored the right to present evidence relating to flaws in the scientific assumptions behind breath testing equipment.
Gretchen Lynch Taylor - Fairfax Criminal and Traffic Defense Attorney:
I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms. Taylor provides criminal and traffic defense in Northern Virginia State Courts, as well as in Federal Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

If you need help from a Law Firm in Another State:

Gainesville Ocala, Florida Car Motorcycle Accident Attorney Lawyer

A bad accident can turn your life upside down and backwards in a split second. You need an experienced personal injury law firm on your side; one that will take the time and utilize their state of the art knowledge, resources and expertise to help you receive the compensation that you deserve. The Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon, located in Gainesville, Florida, represents car and motorcycle wreck victims in Gainesville, Ocala, Inverness, Lake City and all over Central Florida and has for over 30 years! We take the time and have the financial resources needed to devote to each and every one of our clients so that our clients receive the compensation they deserve. Contact us at 1 800 373 8000 today. Studies have shown that accident victims receive 3.5 times more compensation if they are represented by an experienced personal injury accident attorney/lawyer.

Jeffrey Meldon & Associates, PA
703 North Main Street
Suite A
Gainesville, FL 32601
(352) 373-8000
www.meldonlaw.com