How many times can case for misdemeanor charge can be continued before its dismissed even though the defendent is incarcerated?

I do not have enough information to answer your question. Is the defendant incarcerated out of state? Who has continued it, the commonwealth or...

Can my lawyer give me copies of evidence against me?

With some limited exceptions, your lawyer can provide you with copies of the evidence against you. Some of the exceptions may be a restricted...

How long from arrest to initial appearance in Virginia ?

Yes, if the probation officer issued a PB-15. This is a frequent method used by probation officers to obtain immediate custody of an individual.

Does being committed been through a court? What if you call the cops for them to take you?

When your boyfriend was committed, it was done through a court appointed magistrate. The magistrate would have issued a TDO, known as a Temporary...

I’m 17 yrs old and I’m engage to a 20 yr old is it illegal if it’s consensual and if I have permission by my parents to be with?

Okay, here is the answer. Yes, he could be charged. However, if (and it's a big if), your boyfriend was charged, at most he would receive a...

What should be done when the public defenders office won't return phone calls?

Congratulations for your boyfriend turning things around. Secondly, the public defenders office is very busy. They are very dedicated people, but...

Yes, yes, yes, yes! Don’t send any nude pics to anyone you don’t know well enough, to the point you don’t know their real age.

Always, always, always have an attorney to represent you in court. If you can't afford an attorney, ask the court for a court appointed lawyer. ...

Virginia does not expunge any convictions, felony or misdemeanor.

Can I go out with my boyfriend if he's 20 when I'm 18

You absolutely can! Go and explore the love of your life. Good luck.