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Constructive Possession

Criminal Defense, drug charges, Virginia lawBy PNA LawNovember 14, 2014Leave a comment

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…

Proposal Would Limit Gatherings At Fairfax County Homes

Crimes, Criminal Defense, Virginia lawBy PNA LawMay 15, 2014Leave a comment

Possible Changes In Zoning Law A proposed zoning law for Fairfax County would make it illegal to hold regular gatherings for a large number of people. For the proposal, such meetings could only occur three times in a 40-day period and could include no more than 49 attendees. Some of those protesting the proposal are…

How A Plea Bargain Works

Criminal Defense, Virginia lawBy PNA LawApril 12, 2014Leave a comment

Oftentimes criminal cases are resolved outside court through plea bargains. Experienced attorneys will be able to talk with you and discuss your case. Then a decision can be made on the best way to proceed with your case.

Types Of Federal Trials

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawMarch 5, 2014Leave a comment

If you are facing a federal crime, an experienced attorney will be able to fight for your freedom. Federal crimes begin with an indictment, followed by an arraignment and investigation. As the trial progresses, it will either be a jury trial or a bench trial.

What Happens After An Indictment?

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawFebruary 25, 2014Leave a comment

Anyone who is indicted will quickly become familiar with how a case moves through federal courts. An attorney will be able to help you through each stage of the process and make sure you know what to expect as the case moves along.

Understanding Identity Theft

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawFebruary 12, 2014Leave a comment

Anyone facing identity theft charges needs to seek out an aggressive criminal defense team who can fight on his or her behalf. Identity theft has been in the spotlight more in the past few years than before and anyone suspected of such thefts will likely face charges.

Can a Single Blow Lead to a Malicious Wounding Charge?

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawFebruary 7, 2014Leave a comment

Malicious wounding is a crime that requires the Commonwealth to prove that a person intended to “maim, disfigure, disable, or kill” another. Recently, the Virginia Supreme Court was asked to examine whether a man convicted of a punching another man once was sufficient to uphold a conviction of malicious wounding. The Virginia Supreme Court agreed…

‘Crimes Against Nature’ Law Pushed In Virginia

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawJanuary 29, 2014Leave a comment

A recent bill introduced in the state house to update the sodomy laws was concerning because it could punish consenting teens as it was originally presented.

Washington D.C. Set To Remove Pot Penalties

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawJanuary 17, 2014Leave a comment

A Washington D.C. city council committee approved a bill last week that would remove criminal consequences for anyone possessing small amounts of marijuana. The proposal would impose only a civil fine for possession of an ounce or less of the substance. 

Lawmaker Introduces Bill To Stop “Revenge Porn”

Criminal DefenseBy PNA LawJanuary 7, 2014Leave a comment

A bill introduced to the Commonwealth of Virginia House today would make it a crime to distribute or sell sexually explicit pictures or video of another person without their consent and with the intent to cause emotional distress.  This type of distribution is nicknamed “revenge porn. “

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