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My dad was just released from a 6 year prison sentence. He went to probation today and they are saying he violated good behavior
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Answered on February 20, 2014
It really depends on when they issued process against your father. Consult an attorney because it is impossible to tell without seeing the court...
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Also, this question is pertaining to my son again about appealing his Robbery Charge!
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Answered on February 20, 2014
The attorney that said that he would do half his time on good behavior, doesn't practice in Virginia. Parole was abolished in VA. He will serve...
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My son hasn't had a fair trial! He has a robbery charge, this is his first offense and the judge gave him the maximum!
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Answered on February 20, 2014
The maximum for robbery is life in prison so it does not sound like he got the maximum. In Virginia, sentencing guidelines are not mandatory so if...
If on felony probation and get violated how long am I in jail
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Answered on February 20, 2014
the question is "how long am I in jail"--> I am guessing your aren't typing this from jail. On a probation violation, you face all your backup...
I got a speeding ticket in loudoun county Va. Ticket says 60 mph in a 45 mph regular zone. I live in MD, do points transfer?
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Answered on February 20, 2014
I practiced in Loudoun County for 8+ years. It is unlikely that a judge will dismiss your case after traffic school. Likely the best outcome...
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Will I get jail time for second shoplifting offence, 8 years apart?
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Answered on February 08, 2014
The short answer is "yes" but it may not be active time. A prosecutor is likely to try to give you suspended time (time you don't have to serve if...
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Recently charged with "Driving on a suspended" license. Will I have to take VASAP again?!
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Answered on February 05, 2014
If you are convicted of 46.2-300 or 46.2-301, the answer is no. If you are charged with 18.2-272 and convicted of this, I don't think you have...
I have been told to 'layer' clothing for a weekend in jail. Is that allowed? What's appropriate?
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Answered on February 05, 2014
from what my clients have told me it means multiple sets of undershirts and underwear... since you have to wear the jail clothes, I think that is...
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What could be the outcome of leaving a diversion center?
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Answered on February 04, 2014
Most judges do not like when a defendant takes matters to his own hands. If he was ordered to complete the diversion program and then failed to do...
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What is the look-back time period for first offenses for marijuana possession in virginia?
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Answered on February 04, 2014
Depends why you are asking:
If you are asking because, you don't want to be charged as a 2nd offense, then the answer the prosecutor can always...
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