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Consent as a Defense to Sexual Crimes in Virginia
Learn how Virginia law treats consent in rape, sexual battery, and other sexual-offense cases, including relevant statutes, evidence, and potential defenses.
Hit and Run in Virginia
Learn what Virginia law says about hit and run accidents, including reporting requirements, felony and misdemeanor penalties, property damage, injuries, and potential defenses.
Virginia Certificates of Analysis and the Department of Forensic Science
Learn how Virginia Certificates of Analysis are used in criminal cases, the role of the Department of Forensic Science, and how defense attorneys can challenge forensic evidence.
Is It Worth It to Hire a Lawyer When You’re Charged With a Crime?
Learn how Virginia Code § 18.2-57.3 may affect your gun rights after a domestic assault charge and what to understand about firearm restrictions under Virginia law
Virginia Code § 18.2-57.3: How the Domestic Assault First-Offender Program Affects Your Firearm Rights
Learn how Virginia Code § 18.2-57.3 may affect your gun rights after a domestic assault charge and what to understand about firearm restrictions under Virginia law
Virginia Preliminary Hearing: What to Expect in a Felony Case
What happens at a preliminary hearing in Virginia? Learn about probable cause, witness testimony, defense rights, waivers, and Virginia Code § 19.2-218.
Drug Possession vs Drug Residue in Virginia
Learn what probable cause means in Virginia, warrant requirements, and how unlawful arrests may affect your case.
Drug Possession vs Drug Residue in Virginia
Learn Virginia’s laws on firearm possession by convicted felons, penalties under § 18.2-308.2, defenses, and restoration of firearm rights.
Firearm Possession by a Convicted Felon in Virginia
Learn Virginia’s laws on firearm possession by convicted felons, penalties under § 18.2-308.2, defenses, and restoration of firearm rights.
Missed A Court Date in Virginia? Here’s Why That’s So Much Worse Than It Sounds
Missed a court date in Virginia? Learn the penalties for failure to appear, contempt of court, bench warrants, and what to do next.