College is a time of experimentation and personal growth, but some of the things that college students do to explore their newfound adulthood might lead to legal troubles. Drinking and driving, drinking before they are old enough or trying drugs are all examples of...

Having been convicted of a felony can feel like one has been shut out of being a contributing member of society. Having a felony strips people of many civil rights such as voting, running for political office, becoming a notary, serving on a jury and legally owning a...

College is a time of experimentation and social growth. You may find yourself going to parties on or off campus, trying new experiences and developing a new kind of relationship. Inevitably, some of your interactions with other people won't end well. Especially if...

Fear and anxiety are natural responses to pending criminal charges. When the police arrest you, you may feel powerless. Even if you know that you are innocent, their claim to have evidence against you and make you feel like you need to plead guilty. No one wants a...

Many people lost jobs in 2020 and are still seeking ways to replace that income. So, when they receive an unsolicited email offering them a few hundred dollars to perform a few simple banking tasks, they are eager to jump on the offers. Others may establish online...

The terms "murder" and "manslaughter" get thrown around almost interchangeably -- but they're far from the same thing, legally. If you've been charged with either murder or manslaughter, knowing what distinguishes the two is key to building a defense strategy in your...

You may have heard before that it’s smart to tell your attorney everything you know when you’re charged with a crime. You might know that there is such a thing as attorney-client confidentiality, which is meant to preserve your privacy when you speak with your...

The "Me Too" movement emerged in recent years here in the United States. It motivated many women who alleged sexual assault to step forward and tell their stories of hurt and shame. Since then, there's been an increasing focus in the media on the concept of consent. ...

Things happen, and a disagreement or situation can spiral out of control. Emotions may run so high that violence occurs. Tragic circumstances may ensue, and someone may end up dead. Even though you didn't intend for their death, the next thing you know you're facing...

If you kill or injure another person in the state of Virginia, the police might not charge you with a crime if you can prove that you acted in self-defense. However, this defense might not apply in every situation. It's also important to note that Virginia has two...