THE REPERCUSSIONS ARE SEVERE Getting a DUI as a Minor
There’s never an excuse for drinking and driving, especially now that rideshare programs are so prevalent in our society. However, people still choose to get in their vehicles after having too many. If you’re pulled over and issued a DUI, the repercussions will most likely follow you for the rest of your life. This is a worrisome thought for everyone but is even more severe for minors. The state of Virginia takes a zero-tolerance approach to underage drinking and driving. Those under the age of 21 who test with a blood alcohol concentration of .02 to .08 can face an administrative license suspension even if they are never convicted. They can also be charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor.
If the underage driver’s BAC is higher than .08, they will face the same penalties as any other
they get a DUI, those rates will increase even more. A DUI stays on your record for 11 years in Virginia, so that high rate could continue for years after the incident. If the minor is enrolled in school, they could see punishment there as well. Many universities will discipline students who get DUIs. They may pull scholarships, remove them from athletic programs, suspend them, or in some cases, expel them from the school. If your child was charged with a DUI, it’s essential you hire an experienced attorney to handle their case.
driver. For first-time offenders, this can include fines up to $2,500, up to a year of jail time, a yearlong driver’s license suspension, and the completion of a Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) class. In many cases, an ignition interlock will be required for six months, which is essentially a Breathalyzer that connects to the vehicle’s ignition. They’ll have to prove they’re sober every time they drive or else the car won’t start. The punishments don’t end with legal troubles, either. Younger drivers already have higher insurance rates than most, but if
SUMMER CRAB AND LEMON CARBONARA
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Fresh crab and lemon make this crowd-pleasing pasta dish perfect for summer.
INGREDIENTS
• 12 oz bucatini pasta • 1/2 cup olive oil • 2 tbsp garlic, finely chopped • 1/4 cup drained and rinsed capers, chopped • 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper • 6 large egg yolks, beaten
• 3 oz Pecorino Romano cheese, grated • 1/2 cup fresh chives, thinly sliced • 8 oz fresh crabmeat • 1 tbsp grated lemon zest • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice • Sea salt or kosher salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. In a pot of boiling water, cook pasta until not yet al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup cooking liquid. 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook oil and garlic until lightly toasted. Add capers and black pepper, then stir for 2 minutes. 3. Add reserved cooking liquid to skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in pasta and cook until al dente. Remove from heat. 4. Stirring constantly, pour egg yolks quickly into the mixture. Add cheese and chives, stirring well until sauce is creamy. Add crab, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss together and season with salt.
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