There are several reasons your driver’s license could be suspended and if you drive on a suspended license, you could face serious consequences. Reasons for suspension One of the most common reasons a driver’s license is suspended is for operating a vehicle under the...
Criminal Defense
Avoid a DUI this holiday season
The holiday season usually means an increase in DUI stops and arrests. The holidays mean more drivers on Virginia’s roads and more police officers monitoring the roads for impaired drivers. A DUI conviction in Virgnia comes with serious penalties, which increase with...
Penalties for DUI are worse when a child is in the vehicle
As the holidays are in full swing in Virginia, people are likelier to have work events, parties and family gatherings where intoxicating substances will be available. It is easy to forget the problems that can accompany allegations of driving under the influence. The...
Defending against an accusation of credit card fraud
Credit card fraud is a serious offense, involving the use of another person’s credit card for financial gain. If you are accused of this crime, you could face significant penalties. Credit card fraud overview There are several common forms of credit card fraud. The...
Virginia educates drivers on dangers of driving while high
In Virginia, the first thought when discussing driving under the influence is if a driver has gotten behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. However, with the increase in legalized cannabis and more people using it, a rising number of drivers are facing charges for...
Domestic assault in Virginia may warrant a protective order
All families fight sometimes. However, when the fighting escalates to violence, the perpetrator may be charged with domestic assault. Under Virginia Code Sec. 18.2-57.2, domestic assault, a Class I misdemeanor, is essentially defined as an assault and/or battery...
What is naturalization fraud?
Naturalization fraud can refer loosely to federal criminal charges related to deception about a person’s status as a citizen of the United States. Narrowly speaking, the federal government may accuse a person of naturalization fraud if they lie while they are pursuing...
Understanding driver’s license suspensions
There are several reasons a person’s driver’s license can be suspended and in Virginia, if they drive during that time, there can be serious penalties. Reasons for suspension One of the most common reasons for suspension is a traffic violation. This can include...
In addition to jail and fines, what are other penalties for DUI?
In Virginia, when a person is arrested for driving under the influence, they might be aware of the potential for jail time, fines and a loss of driving privileges if they are convicted. As problematic as these consequences are, there can be other penalties that people...
Can I expunge my criminal record in Virginia?
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, you will wonder if you can clear your criminal record and move on with your life. Having a criminal record can affect your employment, education, housing and credit opportunities. Fortunately, Virginia law allows some...