Is it legal for a judge to deny a person bail/bond based on the criminal records of the others involved in a crime

I do not practice in your state, however, in virginia there is a statute that provides what a judge may consider. One is flight risk. If you...

Do i have to disclose misdemeanor in foreign country

you also need to consider it based on the language of each question. Also, with the internet, perhaps it will be discovered on google. And with...

How do I obtain a writ of discovery if I will be representing myself in a criminal case?

And just so you are aware, discovery is very limited in Virginia. You basically get any statements you made to law enforcement, your criminal...

I dont know that it is, in fact, a legal question. It sounds more factual even if it is an important fact in a criminal case. I always find the...

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First time offender with 5 counts under Code Section: 18.2-248.1 (Mecklenburg County, Virginia). Any advice?

When was he charged? Is he still incarcerated? If you are a family member, I'm sure you can call the office to check in with the PD. Just let...

Would a public defender be good or should we find a defense lawyer with his/her own practice. what possible outcome could result

As a former public defender, they do great work and they are passionate about their clients. Unforunately, they get a bad wrap because they...

My boy friend is o.on his 3 DUI he recently got arrested for violating it.when he is almost done with it he had drank.whatwill h

You need to provide additional information. I cannot understand your question.

I have several felonies and misdemeanors ranging from 1999-2005 (all over 7 years old). How do I get my record expunged in VA.

I am assuming that these are convictions. If so, you cannot get them expunged - period. Virginia is very hard on individuals who have been...

My son, who is 17, was arrested for a 1st shoplifting offense. Is there some type of program in VA to keep this off his record ?

I have not practiced in Cville, but I have done a good amount of juvenile cases in Northern Virginia. Because he is a juvenile, this with be in...

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First speeding offense

Well first you must determine whether or not it was actually a reckless driving. Reckless driving is either over 80 mph or 20 miles above the...