Dog sniff of vehicle

Issues such as this are not easily given a yes/no answer. The defense attorney would have to look at everything available in discovery - any...

Do I need an attorney?

Yes you definitely need to hire an attorney. If multiple people are in a vehicle where narcotics or paraphernalia are found, all occupants can and...

No - there would be severe consequences for the owner of any establishment who knew or reasonably should have known that they employ an underage...

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What kind of lawyer do I need?

You need to contact a criminal defense attorney who practices in Hampton Roads. Shoplifting is a class 1 misdemeanor and carries a potential...

Can I sue and do I have a chance of getting my money back?

Since there was no paperwork involved or a written contract, this involves a verbal contract. You should contact a few local attorneys who...

How to shorten time?

Motion to reconsider is the best bet here. It is a waste of time unless he has been incarcerated for a somewhat significant time already, or there...

Should i plead the 5th and how do I in DV A&B case being the alleged victim. i never signed statement no witnesses. His 1offense

Using a hypothetical situation similar to the one described above: First, the male committed a battery when he pushed the female. It doesn't...

Jennifer is correct. If the case looks unwinnable, or at least has a low likelihood of success if taken to trial, the best option may be for the...

How can I obtain a copy of a police report?

The only possibility for you to obtain this information would be to go to the clerk's office and see if there happens to be a criminal complaint on...

Can I be held liable for more restitution than the judge ordered me to?

Regrettably, this is a good example of when your defense attorney should have fully broken down all facets of the plea, as well as the collateral...