In Virginia, once you have been found guilty of an offense, no matter how much time has gone by, you cannot ever expunge such a conviction. Your...

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Facing a possible probation violation. Is there a set of guidelines they go by?

Failing to obey all Federal, State and local laws and ordinances is a Condition 1 violation. Probation Guidelines do not apply. (I am quoting...

My nephew now has a bond case and his case is in June for being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

This is a public website which can be read by the both the police and the prosecutors, so it is best not to provide any more details. Your nephew...

Your fiancé should most definitely speak to his attorney. Your finance's attorney is not likely to speak to you since that conversation is open to...

For Maryland to pick him up, he has to waive extradition. Has he done that?

The jail should credit you with any time you have served in jail before being sentenced. You should contact your attorney to see what the problem is.

Do I have grounds for a lawsuit against a police department or sheriff's office if they charged me with the same crime twice?

You should ask your Virginia lawyer who is working on your case whether you have grounds for a civil action. Alternately, you can go to the...

My case is over and has been for years. Is it possible to still get my discovery papers?

You are entitled to a copy of the relevant material in your former attorney's file, if he or she still has it, but the confidential informant may...

What are the option if I just turned 18 got out on bond and on pretrial and I fail for meth and weed in my urine

The consequences depend on the county which is handling your charge. If pre-trial sends a violation letter to the judge, your bond may be revoked...

What chances/consequences to not go to jail, receive jail time, or the felony charge? Should i take an online shoplifting course

This is a public site so the prosecutor or arresting officer can read everything on here. I have found that my clients often have a defense to a...