Drug possession is a serious crime in the state of Virginia that could lead to years of jail time. Two Virginia Beach men were recently charged with drug crimes after a seemingly ordinary traffic stop in North Carolina.Police pulled over the men's vehicle for...
Month: January 2016
Legislators plan to reform Virginia’s juvenile justice system
According to state legislators, the juvenile justice system in Virginia needs some major improvement. Gov. Terry McAuliffe's administration is working on a plan to reduce the number of juveniles in Virginia's aging juvenile justice facilities and keep juveniles closer...
Driving drunk in Virginia
Driving drunk in Virginia can have serious consequences, regardless of how many prior offenses you have. However, penalties will vary based on the circumstances of your case. It is helpful to know what a DUI is and what you may be facing if you are charged with one.If...
Bill Cosby charged with sexual assault
Actor and comedian Bill Cosby was in the news a lot in 2015 for unfortunate reasons. Cosby was accused of sexual assault by over 50 women, in incidents dating back to the 1960s. However, as with most crimes, a statute of limitations sets deadlines for the prosecution...