1. Why my charge does not appear on background check? 2. Do I qualify for expungement? 3.Can a person have X expungements?

You are not eligible to have a charge expunged in Virginia if the court entered a finding of guilt. It sounds like you plead no contest and the...

Do NOT do it. Wait until you receive a warrant, if you receive one. Tell the police affirmatively that you do not wish to speak with them unless...

Why do prosecutors plea bargain felony charges to misdemeanor convictions?

There are many reasons to reduce a felony to a misdemeanor. If a person is charged with a felony for the first time and the prosecutor and defense...

Does video over rule,CI history.

Video is often the best evidence any party can have, assuming it is legitimate and has not been altered. No one becomes a confidential informant...

You should be able to the view your own file but you should also seriously consider hiring an attorney who will be able to file discovery motions...

Can you have a petty larceny charge sealed?

No, Virginia does not allow you to expunge or seal any convictions, no matter how old.

Is it wrong for a person to be locked up and tried before their picture and fingerprints are taken

This is definitely a poor job on the part of the sheriff's office but, unless your friend was improperly convicted because the fingerprints would...

Can my PO make me sign a release for my therapist that covers EVERYTHING?

Yes, probation officers are authorized to do this and failure to do so could result in a probation violation. If it relates to your underlying...

The Constitution only guarantees the right to counsel to criminal defendants. Unless you are charged with a criminal offense that carries the...

Should he be locked up. Is there anything I do to help him get out.

It sounds like the Commonwealth definitely has probable cause for robbery, which is why he was arrested. If he doesn't already have an attorney, he...