People carry prescription drugs outside their bottles for various reasons. It could be for convenience and privacy, as the original packaging can be too cumbersome to carry around or for organizational purposes if they are on multiple medications. However, carrying...
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When can someone accused of a drug crime qualify for drug court?
Despite changing social attitudes and new laws in other states, Virginia still has a relatively strict stance on many drug offenses. Individuals accused of even simple possession crimes could face incarceration, financial penalties and other consequences for violating...
What are drug schedules and how do they affect criminal charges?
Not all drug charges are alike. There are all kinds of factors that have to be considered when someone is charged with a drug crime – including the type of drug or drugs involved. The government has divided all drugs into “schedules” according to their known medical...
Can the state charge someone if drugs are found in their home or car?
The state of Virginia regulates drugs of all types. There are rules in place that concern the use and distribution of prescription drugs and numerous laws against the possession and distribution of prohibited substances as well. Those accused of a drug violation may...
What college students should know about “study” drugs
The pressure to succeed academically has led some college students to turn to substances known as study drugs. These are typically prescription medications for treating disorders like ADHD but are misused to enhance concentration and academic performance. While some...
How to strengthen your defense against drug trafficking charges
Drug trafficking charges are serious and can severely impact your life. Therefore, if you’ve been charged with drug trafficking, it is essential to take action immediately to strengthen your defense. Drug trafficking is illegally selling, transporting and...
The potential benefits of the drug court program
For non-violent drug offenders, jail time is not always necessary. Some of them will be allowed to use the drug court program. This is a specific program that has been established for these users, and it handles the ramifications of being arrested for something like...
Can you be charged for drugs that aren’t yours?
Drug crimes have serious consequences. Virginia's code § 18.2-250 states it's unlawful to knowingly possess drugs unless the substance was obtained from or with a valid prescription of a practitioner while acting within their professional capacity or following an...
What are the odds your college student is using drugs?
As a parent, you have a lot of things that you may be worried about when your child goes to college. Parents often worry about the choices their children are going to make, the social groups they will be involved with and much more. For example, perhaps you have heard...
What if the police didn’t have a warrant?
Your first experience with a police officer at your door may be them asking to come inside. You can give them your consent if you’d like, but you don’t have to. If they still want to come in without your consent, then they generally need to get a warrant from a judge...