Sadly if this offense occurred while you were an adult and resulted in a conviction (even your first), it cannot be expunged under existing law....

If your brother is represented by counsel already in each of these jurisdictions make sure to advise the various attorneys of each other so that...

Should I hire a lawyer?

Absolutely. Reckless driving (speeding 20mph+) is considered a class 1 criminal misdemeanor and carries -6 points on your license. It can effect...

Can i get in trouble for overexaggerating domestic violence report?

Filing a false police report is a crime in Virginia. However, you have a Fifth Amendment right not to incriminate yourself even if you are just a...

Driving on a suspended license is technically a misdemeanor and jailable offense. However, if you have a decent record and this is your first...

When is it right for a police chief to pull over their stepson for doing something they do not like? No laws were broken by me.

Legally speaking and without regard to relation, a law enforcement officer may only stop or detain someone if there is "probable cause" to believe...

Can I get this charge dismissed?

If the reason for the irregular driving was vehicle malfunction and this can be proven then absolutely. On 395 you'll either be in Alexandria or...

I agree that you should ask your attorney directly about the rationale for pleading guilty and appealing - there may be a good reason. General...

Can I do anything about the way my case was handled as a minor now?

Depending on when this occurred it may be an uphill battle if not impossible to revisit what happened (time periods for appeal and writ of habeas...

Currently you cannot expunge (seal or erase) a conviction for embezzlement. Expungement under existing law in Virginia is possible when the...