Virginians know that drunk driving can result in DUI charges. But, what about driving under the influence of drugs?According to a 2010 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 10 million Americans drove while under the influence of...
When a Virginia resident is suspected of committing a drug-related crime, it is understandable that they would be concerned about what the future holds. The type of crime varies, depending on the situation, but a majority of drug charges fall into one of two main...
Being charged with a violent crime can mean serious consequences. In addition to the legal consequences, a criminal conviction can have an impact on future career and reputation of the convicted. That is why it is beneficial to do everything possible to get the...
Technology makes it easy for teenagers to share personal pictures and videos with their friends, family and even complete strangers. Unfortunately, many teens take advantage of this technology to share sexually explicit photos of themselves and others, otherwise known...
Being charged with a serious crime can be traumatizing at any age. When a young Virginian faces criminal charges, the experience can negatively affect them for the rest of their lives. It is also important to remember that a teen charged with a juvenile crime do not...
Once a Virginian is charged with a crime, they should start figuring out your defense strategy. The defenses available will depend on the type of crime charged. Defending against assault and battery charges can be challenging, and the defenses will change depending on...
These days, a majority of young people use at least one form of social media. Emojis are often used to liven up social media posts and express emotions online. Virginians are now learning that using certain emojis can lead to juvenile crime charges.A 12-year-old...
The negatives resulting from a drunk driving conviction go beyond legal consequences. When a Virginian is convicted of any crime, particularly driving under the influence, their reputation in the community takes a hit. This is particularly true for highly respected...
Protective orders are an integral part of the fight against domestic violence. If a Virginian has a protective order filed against them, it is important to know what that means for their life and future.Protective orders can be requested by anyone who has a reason to...
Federal prosecutors allege that one of the owners of a Virginia Beach cake shop has been running a large scale drug operation and using his store to cover it up. The Drug Enforcement Administration, Virginia State Police, Chesapeake Police Department and the...