How long do you have after someone steals something worth $200. to bring charges against them I'm in Richmond Va.

There is no statute of limitations on a felony (over $200) The statute of limitations on a petit larceny (under $200) is 5 years from the date of...

If I got charged with carnal knowledge as a juvenile. Will I ever be able to own a gun again

First and foremost, were you found delinquent of a felony as a juvenile. This is important. There is a process in Virginia that you can go...

I agree ask for a continuance before the judge asks you the question. Or if he does, say your honor, I would like to time to consult with an...

I'm being charged with petty theft, what's gonna happen

Either hire an attorney or if you can't afford one... on your first court date ask for a court-appointed lawyer. Don't talk about the details of...

Two people charged with paraphernalia, can one take the charge ?

Why would anyone take the charge? A bong is not drug paraphernalia! 54.1-3466 reads: "Except as authorized in this chapter, it shall be a...

Would I still be to able to get first time offenders

Yes you are still eligible. Be wary though, the statute says first time offenders "may" qualify for this program so it is in the judge's...

In many jurisdictions, prosecutors will not meet with you if you don't have a lawyer. They will say, it is between you and the judge. With a good...

I missed my intoxication in public court but now I'm out of the states and I'm not American so I need to get a visa

You were likely tried in your absence and found guilty. Try providing a printout from this website which shows what happened in Virginia courts. ...

Why is My Boyfriend Still On Immigration Hold?

Once his case is over, ICE has, I believe 72 hours to pick him up or he has to be released. But this doesn't always happen because some local...

Could i get a pretrial diversion?

some counties have them for specific crimes such as a first shoplifting or first underage possession of alcohol. They are more common for...