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Stopped by Police in Virginia? Why Staying Silent Could Protect You From a Conviction

Whether you're stopped for a traffic violation, suspected of DUI, or questioned in connection with a criminal investigation, knowing your rights can be the difference between a dismissal and a conviction. Police are trained to gather evidence from the moment they make contact, and anything you say can and will be used against you. You have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. Use them! According to the Innocence Project, false confessions or admissions play a role in nearly 30% of wrongful convictions, many of them happening during police questioning. Don’t guess your way through the process. Call Battlefield Law Group, PLLC we’ll make sure your rights are protected from the very start.

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묵비권을 포기하지 마세요!

경찰이 미란다 원칙에 대해 알려주는 카드를 읽어줄 수 있습니다. 아래는 카드를 직접 읽거나 경찰에게 전달하여 자신의 권리를 알고 있음을 알릴 수 있는 카드입니다.

" 전장 법률 그룹 변호사를 원합니다"

"경찰관님, 무례하게 굴려는 건 아니지만 제 권리를 이해합니다. 

본인은 누구와도 이야기하지 말라는 통지를 받았으며 변호사가 동석하지 않는 한 어떠한 질문에도 답하고 싶지 않습니다. 

제 이익을 대변하는 변호사가 동석하지 않은 상태에서 저나 제 소유물을 수색하거나, 검사를 하거나, 줄을 세우거나, 기타 신원 확인 절차를 진행하지 마 세요. 

본인은 먼저 변호사와 상의하지 않고는 헌법상 권리를 포기하지 않습니다. 

음주운전 암묵적 동의 법에 따라 법적으로 요구되는 경우를 제외하고는 어떠한 검사도 하고 싶지 않습니다."

Know Your Rights: How to Handle a Police Encounter

Encounters with police officers in Virginia, especially during traffic stops or DUI investigations, can be high-stress situations with serious legal consequences. It’s important to know your rights under Virginia law. For example, you are not legally required to submit to a preliminary breath test (PBT) during a roadside stop under Va. Code § 18.2-267, and you may politely decline field sobriety tests, which are voluntary and not mandated by law. However, refusal to take a post-arrest chemical breath test at the station, as outlined in Va. Code § 18.2-268.2, can result in a civil license suspension or even criminal charges for a second offense. You also have the constitutional right to remain silent and to request an attorney—rights protected under both the Fifth and Sixth Amendments. Asserting these rights calmly and respectfully can protect you from self-incrimination and ensure fair treatment during any police interaction. If you find yourself in a situation with police, ask to speak with a lawyer at Battlefield Law Group before answering any questions.

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STAY CALM & POLITE

• Remain calm and polite.

• Keep your hands visible.

• Do not argue, resist, or obstruct the police.

Criminal male suspect fleeing from police officers at night with two police officers pulling guns.

DO NOT RUN

• Running immediately turns the situation more dangerous for everyone.

• Running can lead to extra charges like felony eluding under Va. Code § 46.2-817.

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ONLY DO WHAT IS REQUIRED BY LAW

• Politely decline any questions not required by law.

• Field Sobriety tests are meant to be failed—decline them.

• You may be arrested, but you have the right to decline preliminary breath tests.

Don’t Delay — Contact Us Today

Time is critical if you've been charged with a crime in Virginia. Whether you're facing a DUI, serious felony or a traffic misdemeanor, these charges can have lasting consequences. The experienced attorneys at Battlefield Law Group are prepared to fight for you. Don’t wait — contact us today for the strong defense you deserve!

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