If someone gets 12 months in va courts how much time does he serve?

Sorry, I did not fully read the question. Assault and battery is a class 1 misdemeanor and would be handled by dividing the 12 months in 1/2. The...

If someone gets 12 months in va courts how much time does he serve?

That depends. In General District Court, if the person is not serving mandatory time (ie. the conviction requires a minimum amount of time), then...

The error is sometimes helpful but usually only goes to the amount of confidence the judge will have in the officer. Little things like the...

A reckless cab driver creates a problem while he is making a left turn, what should I do?

I have handled cases like this before. It comes down to a fight about the facts. You are smart to get a lawyer because when you go to court, you...

What is the penalty for first time posession of marijuana ana in Virginia?

Marijuana Possession in Virginia is described in 18.2-250.1. It carries a maximum sentence of $500 fine, maximum 30 days in jail and a mandatory...

Barrowed car

You should not have any trouble except if your car was towed. The law in Virginia (I don't know about MN) allows you to get your car out early but...

A cub driver cuts me off when he makes a reckless left turn so what should I do?

I have handled cases like this before. It comes down to a fight about the facts. You are smart to get a lawyer because when you go to court, you...

What can be legally done if you have a criminal history and want to clear it up to pursue better employment?

Juvenile offenses are expunged pursuant to Virginia Code § 16.1-306. It specified the types of offenses, and when it can be done. Adult cases are...

Is it against the law to date a minor when working with children?

I don't practice in Washington but in Virginia, where I practice it is not against the law for a minor of 17 to date a minor of 15. If you have...

Subornation of perjury by parent to minor child in grand larceny charge against same parent... what are the sentencing guides?

Perjury is a crime in Virginia and can be brought against a minor or adult. The mother could also be charged with separate charges for encouraging...