Can I get a pardon or retrial in Virginia?

You are in a tough spot. Prior to entering your guilty plea you should have reviewed and signed a form setting forth the crimes to which you were...

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Does my 17 y/o daughter have to appear in court for ticket for 63 in 50 mph zone in VA. We live NC.

By signing the summons, your daughter promised to appear in court. Had she refused to sign the summons, she likely would have been taken into...

Can I be charged with a b&e class U felony If once I busted the door in I harmed no one nor took anything from the dwelling?

You can be convicted if the government produces evidence sufficient to convince the judge/jury that you committed the offense alleged. Without...

What happened if i install interlock late because my car broke down?

This may not be a huge deal. You need to install the interlock asap, and once installed it has to be in for at least 6 months without any...

How can I avoid getting this ticket on my record?

You are presumed to be innocent. The government will have to present evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you violated the law. If ...

Why doesn't the prosecutor want to give us an alternative sentence so we can keep our jobs and our way of life

No one can read the mind of the prosecuting attorney and tell you what his/her thought process is. You would be well-served to retain...

What will I be going through in the next few months following a search warrant and when should I get a lawyer?

Since the evidence found indicates criminal activity, you should anticipate being arrested. You will be needing the assistance of an experienced...

If I was charged with felony assault, can I be found guilty of malicious wounding? If so why is this possible?

Since what you describe is a criminal case involving a felony charge presumably you had the assistance of counsel. I recommend first directing...

How long you have to wait to expunge a felony off your record

There is no time limit or wait period. Convictions cannot be expunged in Virginia, and if a charge was resolved in a way which allows expungement...

Can I get my misdemeanor class 1 expunged?

No. Virginia law does not allow expungement of convictions.