Criminal Defense

Different types of evidence carry different weight with judges and juries in a Virginia criminal case. Many judges and juries consider eyewitness testimony or eyewitness identifications to be some of the most convincing types of evidence that may come into play during...

Perhaps you already have a conviction for a second-offense DUI or driving under the influence of alcohol. Now the holiday season is approaching with more opportunities for drinking alcoholic beverages. If you drink and drive again, there is also a greater opportunity...

When Virginia authorities find illegal drugs in your vehicle during a traffic stop and vehicle search, you may face any number of different drug-related charges. However, a law enforcement officer has to have either your permission or legal grounds to conduct such a...

Whether you currently face drunk driving charges as a driver under 21 or you worry about your child facing these allegations, it is crucial to familiarize yourself with DUI laws and the potential penalties associated with these charges. Virginia takes a tough stance...

Recently, police arrested you and charged you with a crime. To mount a solid defense, you want to understand your charges better. Specifically, you want to know the difference between burglary and robbery. U.S. News & World Report defines the two criminal acts and...

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...