Legal Question in Traffic Law in Virginia

Hi, I was charged with "disregarding red light" (� 46.2-833), while not coming to a full stop when making a legal right turn on red. Is this a correct code/description for this offense? Can I claim being charged with a wrong offense?

Thank you!


Asked on 10/19/10, 9:54 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Sure, you could claim such, but the prosecutor, however, could easily amend the charge, if necessary, to conform with a statute more accurately describing the violation which actually occurred.

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Answered on 10/24/10, 10:07 am


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