Since 2013, marijuana arrests have reduced in Virginia as enforcement officials turn their attention to more pressing issues in the state. According to the Virginia State Police, marijuana arrests and drug charges have dropped by about 14 percent all across the state...
Drug Charges
Married couple arrested in Virginia for multiple drug offenses
Possession of an illegal substance can result in serious consequences. However, the consequences for possession alone pale in comparison to the consequences of drug distribution or trafficking charges. Typically, those found guilty of selling or transporting illegal...
Virginia college students face felony drug charges
College is often the first chance young people have to be independent and make adult decisions. Unfortunately, some students may find themselves in legal trouble as they navigate young adulthood. Four students at the College of William and Mary now face drug charges...
Drug possession may result in serious penalties
No matter what drug charges you face, the potential consequences can be serious and life-altering. Drug penalties in Virginia will depend on the severity of the crime you are convicted of and your criminal record.Typically, those charged with simple possession have an...
Virginia women arrested for alleged drug crimes
Facing drug-related charges can be a serious and nerve-wracking experience. Two Virginia women have been arrested on drug charges after police found drugs in a house.Virginia State Police and the Skyline Task Force conducted an investigation that led officers to the...
When can an officer search my property?
If there is suspicion of illegal drug possession or distribution, officers may want to search your property to find evidence that will help their case. However, they cannot just conduct searches whenever they want to. The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution...
Virginia men face felony drug charges
If you are facing a conviction for drug possession or distribution, you should be aware of the serious consequences that could await you. Drug charges can result in varying amounts of jail time, depending on the type of drug and the severity of the crime. Two Virginia...
Virginia crime report reveals information regarding drug arrests
Each year, a number of Virginia residents are arrested and face criminal charges. Virginia State Police just released a crime statistics report showing the number of arrests for various types of crimes in 2015.Drug arrests are still all too common in Virginia. In the...
High-schooler facing drug charges after fellow student’s death
Nowadays, teen deaths involving drugs and alcohol are all too common for those who live in the state of Virginia. One recent case reminds us that giving drugs to someone else could result in serious drug charges, especially if the person dies while taking the drugs.An...
Virginia Tech football players facing drug charges
A college student facing drug charges can be forced to deal with a number of consequences both on and off the field. A drug conviction can remain on your record for the rest of your life, making it more difficult to find a job and establish a good reputation in your...