Assault and battery are both crimes that could get you into deep trouble with the law. Fortunately, there are good defenses if you are accused of them. It's possible to win a case with an affirmative defense, which is what you can learn about in this post today.An...
Month: November 2017
Cybercrimes are a serious risk over the holidays
During the holidays, there are many kinds of crimes people have to watch out for. One in particular is the risk of cybercrime. With so many more people shopping online, it's vital for everyone to be aware of what they're doing to prevent cybercrimes.It's possible for...
DUIs are costly in more ways than one
Getting a ticket for driving under the influence (DUI) costs you more than your dignity or a night in jail while you sober up. The fines and social penalties associated with a DUI may be severe. A person's first DUI can cost $2,000 or more, which is a hefty price tag...
What constitutes assault?
When a conflict between two or more people gets heated, it is often difficult to know when the situation moves from tense or frustrating to legally actionable. In many cases, some people believe that as long as they do not physically harm someone, there are no grounds...
Facing a charge? Here’s what to expect from your attorney
When you're facing a drug charge, weapons crime charge or other type of charge, it's important to develop a defense against those allegations. Most people are aware that they have a right to an attorney, but some may not understand the importance of working with...
Facing charges of marijuana? You have a right to a defense
The possession of marijuana is unlawful in Virginia unless it is obtained with a valid prescription. As someone with an injury but no medical marijuana card, it's important that you go through the proper channels to obtain the drug. If you don't, you could face drug...
Virginia: Biking while intoxicated could become illegal
Drunk driving is a serious offense, but is it as serious if you're not behind the wheel of an automobile? In Virginia, the State Senator George Barker thinks so, which is why he's backing SB1223, a bill that could make it a crime to get behind the wheel of any...