by paige | Aug 4, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, Virginia Criminal Law
What Is Virginia Code § 19.2-271.6? Virginia Code § 19.2-271.6 is a criminal procedure statute that allows a defendant to introduce evidence of a mental condition to show that they lacked the intent required to commit the charged offense. Enacted by the General...
by paige | Jul 16, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney
Petit Larceny and Concealment (Shoplifting) Charges in Virginia: A Complete Guide to Va. Code §§ 18.2-96 and 18.2-103 What Hampton Roads and Williamsburg residents need to know about petit larceny, shoplifting, and merchandise concealment charges under Virginia law —...
by paige | Jul 14, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney
Murder vs. Voluntary Manslaughter in Virginia: What’s the Difference? If you have been charged with homicide in Virginia, one of the most important questions is whether prosecutors will pursue murder or voluntary manslaughter. While both charges involve the...
by paige | Jul 13, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney
Abduction and Kidnapping Charges in Virginia: Laws, Penalties, and Defenses Under Va. Code § 18.2-47 A Hampton Roads & Williamsburg Criminal Defense Guide to Virginia Abduction Law If you or a loved one has been arrested or is under investigation for abduction or...
by paige | Jul 10, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, Drug Charges
Virginia Still Treats Drug Residue Like a Class 5 Felony: Why Governor Spanberger’s Veto Matters Imagine being charged with a felony—not for possessing a usable amount of narcotics, but for possessing nothing more than microscopic drug residue left in a baggie,...
by paige | Jul 8, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney
Obstruction of Justice in Virginia: Understanding Virginia Code § 18.2-460 Few criminal charges are more misunderstood than obstruction of justice. Many people assume they can only be charged if they physically interfere with a police officer or help someone escape...
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