Marriage after the fact is not a defense to statutory rape. He should consult with a local criminal defense attorney and not speak to anyone about...

Can I file a harassment charge?

You cannot file charges; only the police or prosecutors can. If this continues to be an issue, you can consider contacting law enforcement if you...

My (ex) boyfriend has been incarcerated since January of this year. How would I go about getting the charges dropped?

You are probably asking this question a bit too late, although some things can still be done. If he already entered his guilty plea but has not...

Trespassing in Virginia is a Class 1 misdemeanor, meaning you are potentially facing up to 12 months in jail and/or a $2,500 fine. If this is your...

Can I file a motion to dismiss a case if a plaintiff failed to state a claim?

I am not clear as to how they failed to state a claim based on your description. Inaccuracies in a complaint don't necessarily mean the plaintiff...

Is it considered conflict if the commonwealth attorney repesented your husband in a case between me an him

If you previously had a civil case between you and your husband and the Commonwealth's attorney now prosecuting you represented your husband at...

What could I get at court for driving a car with a drivers permit & without a licensed driver?

If this is a first offense of driving without an operator's license, it is a Class 2 criminal misdemeanor. That means you are facing the...

Do I need to hire an attorney? Or go with a court appointed lawyer?

Your son is facing serious charges. If you can afford to, you should retain a criminal defense attorney to represent him. You should also advise...

Do I need an attorney for extortion?

It may not be extortion based on your description, because it does not sound like he made any explicit demands that you continue paying rent or...

Do I need an attorney

You should consult with a landlord-tenant attorney who represents tenants. You may have claims against your landlord if he refuses to make...