I found I had a charge on my criminal record that shouldn't be there during a job check. What lawyer do I need do I have to pay

You sound like a good candidate for an expungement but you should call a local criminal defense attorney to get more information and start the...

Can you get the time for a violation to run current with the other to previous violations

It is possible but incredibly rare that this would happen since there are three jurisdictions involved.

Do I need a lawyer to get my record expunged?

Technically, you don't need an attorney to apply for an expungement although having an attorney would make the process easier. A hearing in front...

I was arrested and changed with DWI but was actually in a store when the police arrived and arrested me.

Because you are charged with a third offense, you are likely facing mandatory jail time - not to mention a lengthy revocation or suspension of your...

What are examples of preliminary hearing getting continued?

If you are looking at the Virginia Case Information System, oftentimes the first continuance is given to allow the defendant to retain private...

I have a serious charge on my record that has been pending for over 30 years , How do I get that off my record .

If you were convicted, Virginia does not allow you to expunge that from your record.

Would this be considered shoplifting?

The other attorneys are correct - you need to give more facts to a local attorney in your area. There are things we don't know i.e. the value of...

What happens in a grand jury?

The grand jury standard is probable cause, which means they must determine if it was reasonable that you committed the crimes. It is not a beyond a...

Is it possible to get a robbery charge sealed for work related purposes?

Unfortunately, no unless you are pardoned. Virginia will not allow you to expunge/seal your record unless you were acquitted of the charges, the...

Is there a way that he can be credited the time that he has been just sitting in jail because the prison has a hold on him?

Diversion is 5-7 months but there is a wait list. Several of my former clients have waited a long time to be transported to the Southampton...

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