Can I be arrested for showing up at court at wrong time? They gave me a show cause date

If you were served with a rule to show cause in court today, you will not be arrested tonight for that same issue. However, if you have been...

Why was I supoenaed to be a witness for an incident I didn't witness?

It's technical. They can't prove the damage to your car without you being there to testify as to the condition of your car before and after the...

Drunk in public is a class4 misdemeanor with a maximum possible penalty of a $250 fine, plus court costs. It can even be paid in advance of the...

Should my boyfriend get an attorney for his case?

Yes, your boyfriend absolutely needs a lawyer. He is charged with a felony and facing the possibility of prison time. Don't post any more details...

If a police officer gave you an arrest warrant and did not actually arrest you and take you to jail, then the magistrate who authorized the warrant...

Will I face jail time for not having a job while on phone probation?

Probation officers don't rush to violate you over your job status. People get laid off and fired when companies come under new management. POs...

Fairfax County does not assign prosecutors before trial?

Yes, it is true that prosecutors are not assigned to traffic court in advance in Fairfax. If there is a video, your lawyer can request a copy of...

Had to do seven days in jail did two weekends they cancelled two of my weekends end up going out of town for work for 3 months ?

You are facing the very real possibility of having the entire suspended sentence imposed, not just the balance of 7 days. Hire a local attorney as...

Live in va. My father and I are on lease does my husband have rights to stay in TH . He left and wants to come back.

Leases normally require all adults to be on the lease or else they're not allowed to live there. He has a right to have his property returned to...

An assault means you are accused of putting someone in reasonable fear for her personal safety. It does not require an actual touch, but does...