On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 7, 2019 | Drug Charges
After the recent decisions to decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms in the cities of Denver and Oakland, many people are wondering if their state may be next in line to change its policies on the substance. Here’s the impact that this hallucinogenic can have....
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Oct 20, 2017 | Drug Charges
Drugs are taken very seriously in Virginia and can cause immense problems in a person’s life if they are arrested and convicted on drug offenses. Those who are arrested on drug charges in Virginia should remember the potential consequences they are facing and...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Sep 29, 2017 | Drug Charges
Virginians who are arrested for drug crimes can face a variety of penalties depending on the crime with which they are charged. With drug possession, the level of charges and their corresponding penalties will depend on the drug involved and if the accused individual...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Aug 18, 2017 | Drug Charges
Although marijuana is being treated more leniently throughout the U.S., with some states outright legalizing it, it is still against the law in Virginia. A person who is caught with marijuana can face drug possession charges. With these drug offenses, possession with...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Jul 12, 2017 | Drug Charges
Virginians arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia or selling these items must understand what these are and the consequences. Drug offenses are diverse, and there are many allegations that can arise from them. If, for example, a person is selling and...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 22, 2017 | Drug Charges
Police in Virginia will be on high alert for those they believe are committing drug crimes, and they won’t hesitate to arrest someone who has allegedly possessed or intended to distribute drugs. For example, a teacher from I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth,...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | May 11, 2017 | Drug Charges
In order for law officials in Virginia to determine that you are manufacturing drugs, they must first catch you in possession of the drugs or equipment to manufacture, and prove that there is an intent to manufacture or cultivate the drugs. This means that owning...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Mar 3, 2017 | Drug Charges
If police stop your vehicle, they may attempt to search your vehicle for drugs and other paraphernalia to bring into evidence later on. However, if the police search your vehicle illegally, any evidence they find may get thrown out, which can result in the dismissal...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Feb 17, 2017 | Drug Charges
As of November 2016, 21 states had decriminalized possession of small amounts of marijuana. From the looks of things, Virginia may be soon to follow in their footsteps. Under current Virginia law, possessing even the smallest amount of marijuana is considered a...
On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. | Feb 2, 2017 | Drug Charges
Virginia Beach has seen its share of crimes over the years. From drug distribution to assault and battery, many people in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas have been charged with a crime. However, Virginia Beach’s chief of police recently reported that the...
