What does it mean if you go for a preliminary hearing for a misdemeanor and the judge says jail time waived?

What this means is that the court will not appoint you an attorney regardless of your financial situation because the commonwealth is not seeking...

Is there a first offender program for possession of meth with intent to distribute with firearms?

There is no first offender program for these offenses as there might be for simple possession or petty larceny. The fact that he has no prior...

Can I get a continuance after I was appointed court appointed lawyer?

You are certainly free to have your court appointed lawyer ask the court to continue your case. However, the judge does not have to grant it. The...

Consequences of opting out of 251 program - First Offenders?

You are under no obligation to do the 251 program. However, if you do not then you will have a permanent criminal record which cannot be expunged...

What do I do when I get to court for my first arraignment for petit larceny & it’s my first time offense ?

One of two things is likely to happen when you get to court. One, if this is your first appearance for this offense, and since the charge...

A lawyer emailed me asking me to contact him.

I am assuming he is the attorney representing your friend. As any good attorney will do, they will ask their client if they have any witnesses who...

I am not sure what significance to attach to recent bruises and consensual intercourse last summer but it is possible to convict based on her word...

It depends on what you are trying to expunge. In virginia, you cant expunge charges for which there was a finding of guilt. I assume you may be...

My sister is in Alberta,va since Saturday-Sunday Nov 3rd 2018 . How long can they hold her in medical before releasing her?

I am unclear when you say medical whether you are referring to physical injuries or mental health issues. But in any event, when a person is...

Do I have any criminal records after I got nolle prosequi and finished expungement procedures?

Technically you were arrested when charged even though you may not have been taken into custody. As it stands now, you have an arrest record and...