Hello. The answer is yes and no. If you had proof that you drank after the accident (or even strong evidence, like the presence of open...

Don't mistake this for an ordinary speeding ticket. You have been charged with a -crime-. Given that Virginia does not expunge criminal records and...

Yes. That means a grand jury has reviewed the Commonwealth's evidence and determined that there is enough evidence for a trial. Your options are to...

First time Grand Larceny what the penalty ?

It depends entirely on your record. I'm afraid that your record being 11 years old isn't likely to be much different than if it were...

Nope. What Virginia calls discovery isn’t worth a bucket of warm spit. Before your preliminary hearing, you are entitled ONLY to statements...

Are court reporters supposed to be present at jury trials in courts of record in Virginia?

Court Reporters are only required for felony cases in Virginia. If you want one in a misdemeanor case you need to bring one yourself. There was a...

How to get rid of reckless driving Ticket?

Honestly, I'm kind of shocked you're not sitting in jail right now. 1. Get your speedometer calibrated. 2. Hire a good attorney in Spotsylvania...

If my probation is not finished yet how could I still be violated for not paying restitution?

Obviously the best solution is to pay off your restitution. It's really the only thing the judge wants to hear in a restitution case. The second...

Also, prosecutors monitor this site. Be wise about what you say and ask.

Assuming it’s not a case with any mandatory time, the answer is 10. Virginia halves all non-mandatory misdemeanor jail time.