Can a Felony conviction of Forgery of a public record from 2007 be reduced to a misdemeanor?

Dear Fredericksburg - a petition can be filed, but the appeal period has long since run and I am sorry that you are stuck with it.

Dear Fairfax - 99% of these charges are dismissed if you appear and show the officer the inspection "passed" receipt. It is a pain, but you will...

Can the company i work for 10 years with a perfect driving record deny insurance coverage if you get in an accident.

Dear Roanoke - Forget about the cancellation - insurance companies do that all the time. More important is how you proceed regarding the accident....

Several years ago I was found guilty of a Class 1 Misdemeanor of writing a bad check. Can I be cleared of this?

Dear Boydton - I am sorry that you are in this situation - but absent a nol prose or finding of innocence, you are likely stuck with explaining...

I seen an older post for possession of counterfeit inspection sticker. Is the first offense still fines up to 500 dollars?

Dear Newport News- Virginia Code Section 46.2-1173. There is no category for this offense, so unless a limitation appears in another section of the...

I signed a Mutual Release of All Claims document with my previous legal name. Is it binding?

Dear Manassas - I agree with the other answers that your name may change, but you are still you - hence the agreement is binding. Otherwise, any...

Dear McLean - You can sue him, but what do you expect to recover?? It is a tough decision, but use AVVO's find a lawyer before you take action....

Dear Williamsburg - I ask you what better use money could be to you other than to avoid jail or a conviction? Please contact legal aid, if nothing...

I was rear ended while driving a cab company vehicle. I have no witnesses. the driver did not get a ticket. what do I do ?

Dear Virginia Beach – if you were an employee you could get Worker's Compensation benefits. However, since most taxi drivers are independent...

I was in a car accident, other driver claims full responsibility, my car was totaled, I'm injured. Do I still need lawyer?

Dear Hampton - the answer is you need to get a lawyer now. The insurance adjusters and their lawyers are professionals and reducing injured...