Tag Archives: Leesburg Criminal Defense Lawyers
Classification of Illegal Drugs in Virginia
In the Commonwealth of Virginia, there is a clearly defined system for the classification of illegal drugs. Furthermore, the penalties for possession of illegal drugs fluctuate based on the established classification system. The following sections will provide an overview of the illegal drug classification system and the penalties for illegal possession. How Does Virginia… Read More »
7 Types of Reckless Driving in Virginia
Reckless driving is a crime in Virginia that refers to general and specific driving conduct. From a general standpoint, reckless driving occurs when a driver endangers other people or property. Additionally, Virginia law addresses a number of specific situations that qualify as reckless driving. The following sections will provide an overview of seven types… Read More »
Five Types of Domestic Violence in Virginia
Sometimes referred to as “family abuse” in the Commonwealth of Virginia, domestic violence is a broad term for certain criminal acts perpetrated against a family or household member. Virginia law includes both actual family members — such as parents, children, grandparents, etc. — and household members — such as roommates, romantic partners, and other… Read More »
Virginia Drunk Driver Gropes Police Officer
A 35-year-old Virginia man was arrested for DUI and felony assault after allegedly grabbing a police officer’s genitals, reported the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Police officers initiated a traffic stop after noticing that the Virginia man had a defective light on his license plate. During the traffic stop, the officers detected that the man was under… Read More »
New Virginia Law Expands State Approach to Medical Marijuana
A recently signed Virginia law provides the basic structure for medical marijuana across the state, reported the News Leader. Officially referred to as HB1251, the new law is the result of a partnership with the Joint Commission on Health Care. Medical Marijuana Under HB1251 From an overall standpoint, HB1251 allows doctors to prescribe oil-based… Read More »
Virginia Man Faces Reckless Driving Charges After Trying to Evade Police
After attempting to evade a traffic stop, a man from Manassas, Virginia, faces criminal charges for eluding police, driving on a revoked license, and reckless driving, reported Loudoun Times-Mirror. The incident in question occurred at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018. At that time, the Manassas man was driving on Route 15…. Read More »
Police Charge 44 People in Virginia for Drug and Gun Crimes
Several law enforcement organizations combined forces over the course eight months to bust an illegal drug operation, according to an article by The Virginian-Pilot. This combined police effort led to criminal charges against 44 people, including drug and weapon offenses. Overall, law enforcement agents were able to seize illegal drugs and weapons as well… Read More »
Ignition Interlock Devices in Virginia
The Commonwealth of Virginia features strict rules concerning the criminal offense of driving under the influence (DUI). Recognizing the dangerousness of drunk driving, Virginia enacted harsh penalties for DUI, even for first-time offenders. Just one DUI conviction can result in the installation of an ignition interlock device as well as the imposition of educational… Read More »
How To Defend a Reckless Driving Charge in Virginia
The subject for examination today centers on how to defend criminal charges for reckless driving in Virginia. On a threshold level, all criminal charges are subject to the same standard – proof beyond a reasonable doubt. In order to obtain a conviction, the Commonwealth of Virginia must prove every element of the crime beyond… Read More »
Survey of Virginia Penalties for Driving Under the Influence
In the interest of public safety, the Commonwealth of Virginia employs strict guidelines and harsh penalties for driving under the influence (DUI). Virginia prohibits any person from operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The legal limit for alcohol consumption in Virginia is a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08. Any… Read More »
