Criminal Defense

You are probably familiar with the crime of murder. However, not everyone who causes someone to die receives a murder charge. Sometimes a prosecutor will levy manslaughter charges. There is an important distinction between these two kinds of charges since they carry...

The state of Virginia takes a hard-line approach to drive under the influence (DUI). As explained by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, DUI penalties vary according to the number of offenses, as well as some other factors. Even good, responsible people can...

Traffic tickets seem unavoidable for drivers, but some citations are more common than others. A traffic ticket may be a small consequence of a violation of a traffic law. However, repeat violations lead to increased insurance rates and can jeopardize your driver’s...

Virginia considers drunk driving to be a serious offense, and the penalties you face for doing so increase in severity with each subsequent conviction. While you may not, depending on circumstances, have to spend time in jail after a first-time conviction for driving...

When you face domestic violence charges, it can be a confusing time in your life. Understanding what you are up against and how the law will impact your case is not always easy. It can help to learn more about the law and the details of such a charge. One of the first...

Preparing for your first job interview after a criminal conviction in Virginia may have you feeling lots of emotions. The uncertainty of how others will view you coupled with the anticipation of reentering the workforce can bring both anxiety and excitement. Knowing...

What would you do if you received a phone call today telling you that your child had been arrested for a serious crime?  Who would you call?  Where would you turn?  How far would you go to help your child and get him or her back on the right path? These are questions...

When a Virginia resident gets behind the wheel after knowingly consuming too much alcohol, the worst possible outcome in his or her mind is usually the fear of being cited for driving while intoxicated. Unhappily, many worse consequences may often follow, and some can...