What happens if I can't pay fees on the spot at court?

Don't worry, you have thirty days to pay all fines and court costs in Virginia. You may also ask the clerk for extended time to pay for a small...

If I have never had any charges on my record and I just got a forgery charge the amount was$2200 what kind of charge how much t

Forgery is a Class 5 Felony in Virginia, punishable by up to ten years in prison and a fine of up to $2,500. It is very serious and you need an...

Will filing substantively incorrect Defendant information be grounds for dismissal of a traffic ticket?

No, it is harmless error by the clerk. In Virginia, the judge will not dismiss the charge but amend the record. If the officer cannot identify...

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The suspension in Virginia will prevent you from getting a license in North Carolina. You will need to clear up everything in Virginia and pay...

Can I get a Guilty Misdemeanor off my record?

Unfortunately, if you were convicted you will be unable to expunge the record. Expungement is only available in Virginia for charges that are...

How can I avoid jail time for my 4th driving on suspended license?

Contact an attorney who will examine the facts of the case and determine if there was proper notice of the license suspension. The attorney can...

Found money in casino slot machine in 2011 or 2012. Received summons to appear in court on criminal theft but summons is wrong.

You may have a defense based on the statute of limitations. Contact an attorney in Arizona who is familiar with the time periods for filing...

My husband was accused of sexually abusing our 12 old daughter cps and police came out but did not remove either one from home

There is a statute in Virginia that allows you to file a petition to find out who filed the complaint. The petition must be filed in the Circuit...

I have a question regarding petit larceny. will the consequences be worse because I got a DWI?

On a first offense you may be eligible for a deferred offender program, which would help you avoid a conviction. Depends on the county you are...

I'm looking for the general term for felonies that cause harm to another... Grouped as in when checking background reports

Crimes of violence are generally grouped in the Virginia Code as Crimes Against Persons. Theft charges are Crimes Against Property and are...