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Handing a prescription pill to a friend at a party may seem like a harmless act, but under Virginia law, that single transfer can result in a felony drug distribution charge. Virginia's distribution statute does not require proof that money changed hands or that the...
At the time, lending your driver’s license to a friend for one evening seems no different from any other small favor. The situation becomes more complicated once someone uses the card and questions arise about who provided it and why. Liability for lending your...
A DUI conviction can affect your life in ways that go far beyond a mark on your driving record. Your car insurance rates will most likely increase as a result. In addition, if you have a DUI conviction, you may face extra testing and requirements before you can resume...
A basic traffic stop does not give police an immediate right to search your car. Drivers often feel forced to agree when an officer asks to look inside. Knowing when officers can legally search your car helps you protect your rights on the road. You can refuse a...
A routine traffic stop can quickly become stressful if police discover a firearm under a seat, inside a glove box or in a bag. At that moment, a common question that may arise in your mind is whether everyone nearby could face a weapons charge. In Virginia, finding a...
The crime of passion defense is unique. It requires a person to admit that the alleged illegal activity did occur. They were involved, and they do not deny it. This is much different than other types of defenses. When someone offers an alibi, for example, they are...
Hazing can start like a joke or a team tradition. However, things can quickly turn ugly and life-threatening. In Virginia, hazing is not just a campus discipline issue. When it causes bodily injury to a student, it can lead to criminal consequences and a civil claim. ...
Gun ownership is very popular in parts of Virginia, and there are numerous laws around firearms. It’s critical for gun owners to keep up with these laws – and there’s about to be one more. This spring, Virginia lawmakers passed and Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a law...
A criminal record can leave parents wondering how one mistake could affect a child's future. Concerns about employment, housing and graduate school may grow after a drug offense, driving under the influence DUI or another criminal charge. If your college student has a...
Facing a drunk driving charge requires you to consider various defense options. They can vary based on the circumstances of the case at issue. If your case goes to trial, part of the defense will likely be based on the claims the prosecutor is making, for example. In...
