It sounds like you are asking about an expungement; I have moved your question to that area. From what you are describing, I assume you were...

Yes, the Commonwealth can go forward with you under an Attempt charge without money being exchanged - that is essentially the definition of an...

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Why was I denied a public defender?

No. For one, Virginia does not have a "Class A misdemeanor," you probably mean Class 1. Secondly, there is no automatic sentence unless there...

charged with DV by my ex gf/ mother of my son. Don’t live with her. Mom and wife witness. Should they request to talk in court?

If you don't have an attorney, you should contact one for a consultation at a minimum. I would not recommend trying to represent yourself in this...

It depends on your probation officer. However, make sure that you keep paperwork showing that you were in the emergency room when you were supposed...

What is the punishment for juvenile theft? Will it affect my future? Can it be expunged?

You've asked a lot of questions which have the answer that it depends. It does not yet sound like you have been charged with a crime. Do not post...

I need it to file a Haley is corpus

I believe you mean you want an attorney to file a Habeas Corpus. You can use the Find a Lawyer tab at the top of the page to help you locate an...

Do I need l lawyer in a hit in run case of a cow?

Your question is not entirely clear. If you're seeking to participate in the criminal matter, reach out to the Commonwealth Attorney's office in...

How can I have this information expunged from my record?

Virginia does not allow convictions to be expunged. So unfortunately, unless the law changes, the guilty finding regarding the trespassing...

Would it be better to get a Public Defender or a Private Lawyer?

First, I am licensed in Virginia and not Georgia. I am not permitted to give any legal advice as it pertains to your state. That said, no attorney...