An experienced Alexandria criminal attorney often deals with all types of assault cases, so it is imperative to pay close attention when laws governing who may face charges may be evolving or changing. This way, a person will understand the charges they face and the potential penalties that can come from a conviction.
Larceny includes all crimes of theft from petty theft of small items in a store to carjacking or auto theft, and many thefts that fall in between those extremes. Anyone facing any type of larceny charges needs to speak with an experienced defense lawyer as soon as possible.
When a person is detained by the police, they may assume they are under arrest. In actuality, there are significant differences between being detained and being arrested. When a person is detained, the police are simply holding them to investigate a particular crime. This means that they can only hold the person for a “reasonable…
Some people know they are under investigation for a crime and wait to speak to a Defense Lawyer. They assume that there’s nothing an attorney can do for them until they have been arrested. This is not the case. Even before you have been arrested, an attorney will fight for your rights and make sure…
If drugs are found in a car and no one takes responsibility, every person in the vehicle can be charged with possession. This is known as “constructive possession” and it carries the same weight as drugs being found directly in your possession. A Criminal Attorney can potentially fight these charges and get them thrown out, but…
Even if you have been convicted of a crime, it is important you know that all inmates have rights and to know and understand what those rights are. As your defense lawyer, it is important I arm anyone I defend or may defend as well as their loved ones with the information about what rights…
In many cases, rape and sexual assault may refer to the same or similar acts. However, this is not always the case. As a defense lawyer, it is crucial we help our clients understand what charges they are faced with so we can develop the best defense possible.
The insanity defense can be a very difficult road to take, but in some specific cases it may be appropriate. Only an experienced lawyer will be able to tell you if that is the right road to take. The insanity defense requires the defense prove the defendant lacked criminal intent to make him or her legally…
Some districts in Virginia and Maryland have installed cameras aimed at catching drivers who illegally pass school busses as they load and unload students each day. According to a report on WTVR, the photos are then automatically sent to a company who notifies local police. Passing a school bus loading and unloading children is a…
A new law takes effect this month in Virginia, doubling the amount of time a mentally ill person or someone suspected of being mentally ill can be held under an emergency custody order, from a maximum of six hours to a maximum of 12. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys are the best resources to discuss…
