Understanding Your Rights and Options in a Virginia Criminal Case
It can be difficult to find the correct, current information about criminal law in Virginia. We share these library articles to help you learn more about your charge, possible legal options, the court system, and more. Our criminal defense attorneys want to help every person maintain their dignity and protect their rights as they traverse the court system. We hope these articles will help you take the first step to doing just that.
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What Makes a Hate Crime a Hate Crime? Virginia and federal laws prohibit hate crimes. Learn about these laws and how to contact a hate crime defense lawyer if you face hate crime charges. -
Disorderly Conduct: Law, Penalties, and Defenses Disorderly conduct violates Virginia law and Fairfax County ordinance. Learn about this crime, the possible penalties, and potential defenses. -
Virginia and Federal Tax Evasion Crimes and Punishments Tax evasion can violate both Virginia and federal laws. Learn about this crime, the potential penalties you face if convicted, and how to protect your rights. -
Animal Cruelty Crimes In 2019, a new animal cruelty law went into effect in Virginia. Learn about the law, the consequences for breaking the law, and how to protect your rights here. -
Four Possible Domestic Abuse Defenses Domestic abuse convictions have serious consequences. Learn about possible domestic abuse defenses and how to reach a Virginia criminal defense lawyer for help. -
Is it Against the Law to Carry a Concealed Weapon in Virginia? Learn about the weapons included in Virginia’s concealed weapon law, exceptions to the law, penalties for violating the law, and how to protect your rights. -
The Crime of Perjury in Virginia What is perjury? What are the potential legal consequences of a Virginia perjury conviction? Get these answers and more here. -
What May Be Included in Your Virginia Protective Order What may be part of your protective order? Learn how the court may protect you if you’re in danger and why to call a Fairfax protective order lawyer for help. -
How to Obtain a Protective Order in Virginia You may need an emergency protective order, preliminary protective order, or full protective order to stay safe. Learn how to get the protection you need in VA. -
What You Need to Know About Virginia Appeals Right After a Criminal Conviction How long do you have to file a criminal appeal in VA? What reasons do you need to file an appeal? What could happen on appeal? Learn these answers and more.