Summer fun in Virginia means beach days, barbecues and family gatherings that may have not happened for many months. Alcohol is often a part of the celebration, and most people celebrate responsibly. Yet even a responsible drinker can find themselves being pulled over...
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Domestic violence convictions can haunt a person for years
Virginia residents who face a criminal charge related to domestic violence may think that their best option is to plead guilty. It could be especially tempting to plead guilty if it is a person’s first offense and the proposed plea deal is a good one. However, before...
Protective orders may be issued after a domestic violence arrest
Domestic assault and battery are serious crimes in the state of Virginia. Under the law, family abuse is defined as violent, forceful, or threatening act against a family or household member, that places them in reasonable apprehension of serious harm. A family or...
Discovery is an invaluable tool in criminal defense
Criminal charges in Virginia should be taken seriously, as a conviction has the potential to drastically change the trajectory of the accused’s life. Given the gravity of the situation, the federal court system requires that each party disclose all relevant facts and...
Do I have to allow the police to search my car?
It can be nerve wracking when the police pull you over. When they ask you a question, such as “May I search your trunk?” or “What’s in that bag?” you might be unsure of your legal obligations. Is the officer merely being polite and asking first even though they have...
Important criminal defense rights to remember
Virginia residents who are facing criminal charges are usually anxious about the situation – one in which most people never find themselves. Whether you face a drunk driving charge, a drug charge or even a serious felony charge, the potential for punishment if you are...
Federal court is different from state court
Most people who face a criminal charge in the Warrenton area will have their cases dealt with locally by the Virginia state courts. However, for some types of offenses, including many drug-related crimes and financial crimes, a person may find himself facing...
Police investigating role of post office in check washing scheme
With the growth of the internet and increase in its use for financial transactions, the number of paper checks has declined. Nevertheless, paper checks are still providing fertile ground for forgers and others who want to abuse the banking system. The occurrence of...
Types of hate crimes recognized in Virginia
In the state of Virginia, state authorities have a particular focus on hate crimes and will aggressively prosecute charges against those accused. According to the Virginia Office of the Attorney General, Virginia law allows for stiffer criminal penalties when...
Six men charged with multi-state money laundering scheme
The use of the internet to perpetrate various kinds of fraud schemes is hardly a novelty. Some fraud schemes now originate in and are operated from foreign countries. The United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York just announced the arrests of six...
