It's no secret that law enforcement officials have cracked down on drunk driving all across the United States. With the hundreds of serious injuries and fatalities that occur each year in drunk driving accidents, this increased enforcement is clearly necessary. When a...
Many people associate DUI arrests with devastating car accidents resulting in serious injuries. However, it is important to know that even if there was no accident, you can still be arrested and charged with a DUI. One Virginia Beach bus driver learned this firsthand...
Domestic violence situations can often be chaotic and confusing for everyone involved, including law enforcement officials who report to the scene. When Virginia police respond to a domestic disturbance, they may issue domestic violence charges against you or your...
When you are charged with a crime, prosecutors will have to prove their case against you to secure a conviction. In United States courts, there is a presumption of "innocent until proven guilty." If prosecutors are unable to build a sufficient case, your charges may...
Most Virginians are aware that if you are caught with illegal drugs, you could face drug charges and serious consequences at the hands of law enforcement officials. The penalties Virginians face will typically depend on the type of crime committed and the type and...
Our blog post a few weeks ago touched on some of the differences between the juvenile and adult criminal justice systems. Though individuals facing allegations of wrongdoing potentially face serious penalties and long-term consequences regardless of the system in...
During the summer, many NFL fans in Virginia pay attention to what happens to players during the off-season as they anticipate the coming fall. Football fans may be interested to know that NFL defensive end Ray McDonald was recently arrested on suspicion of domestic...
In cases involving serious injury, it may be difficult to prove someone's guilt due to the chaos of the situation. One Virginia Beach man is facing multiple charges, including firearm charges, after being accused of shooting at police officers. The man had apparently...
Children who are charged with a crime are treated differently from adults in the judicial system. In juvenile courts, the main goal is to rehabilitate young people to ensure that they become productive adult members of society. Adult criminal courts are more focused...
Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience, especially if fatalities or serious injuries result. If one is charged with a crime after such an accident, things are even worse. In addition to the physical and emotional pain they may be feeling, an...