Why is my back ground showing a felony when the judge dropped it to a midemeanor?

Formal criminal records are very thorough on both the state and federal level. Typically, they will display the original charge, date of arrest,...

In the State of VA how can I request sealing my felony criminal record?

I would need more information in order to assess the viability of an expungement petition. With traditional expungements in Virginia, you first...

I'm not sure I understand the question as it relates to the subject line, but I will try to give you some information. First, the two charges you...

The DWI statute under Virginia Code (18.2-266) permits several ways by which a person can be deemed to be intoxicated. A person can even be...

If a girl is 17 her birthday is in one month can she date a 18 year old

Teenagers interacting socially is not illegal. HOWEVER, if a person over the age of 18 engages in any form of sexual intercourse or contact with a...

Should I plea 251police found marijuana along with Paraphernalia in my house when they came to my house looking for some 1 who

Whether or not to use the 251 program will depend largely on the facts of the case, whether your have a record, what jurisdiction you are charged,...

Each jurisdiction takes a different stance on the idea of traffic school for dismissal: some jurisdictions do it routinely, others will not. Your...

A Virginia driving record will state whether this is considered a reckless driving 20+ over (46.2-862) or a speeding 20+. If it is the former, then...

In order to properly analyze your situation, more information would be needed. It sounds like you are saying that you were originally charged with...

Is there a way to a have an Misdemeanor assault and battery charge expunged if convicted?

No. Virginia law does not permit an expungement of a conviction. You can explore a gubernatorial pardon, but they are uncommon. Good luck.