Criminal Defense

Sometimes a seemingly innocent activity can land one in legal hot water. This certainly was the case for a man in Fairfax County, who is facing criminal charges simply for using a laser pointer.According to reports, the man pointed a blue laser light on a police...

There is a lot of confusion about the age of consent for sexual activity. This post seeks to clear up some of the confusion, but readers with more questions may want to speak with a lawyer.When young people of certain ages engage in sexual activity it may violate what...

Not all states provide compensation for those who have dealt with wrongful incarceration, but Virginia does. It is a possibility, but not a right, for those who have overturned convictions. The reasons for the reversal can be innumerable, including improper police...

Being charged with a crime in Virginia can have long-lasting consequences, so it is important that a person's Constitutional rights are upheld at every stage in the criminal trial process. This means that every person is innocent until proven guilty, and guilt must be...

For many years, our nation's criminal justice system was very harsh on those convicted of drug crimes. These people were often incarcerated for many years, and once released from prison, would encounter difficulties in finding a job, a place to live and in general...

Most people in Leesburg understand that being charged with a felony drug crime can come with serious consequences, including a lengthy prison sentence and a steep fine. However, even misdemeanor drug crimes can carry with them unwanted penalties, such as the loss of...

It is understood that teenagers do not have the same maturity or ability to reason that adults have and, therefore, may make poor decisions. Other teenagers may simply be at the wrong place at the wrong time when a crime is allegedly committed. Still other teenagers,...

The advent of prescription drugs is a wonderful thing. For example, prescription antibiotics can save lives. Other prescription drugs can provide relief from innumerable medical conditions, from heart disease to diabetes to mental health issues, and many more. In...

Adolescence is a stressful time for a range of different reasons. In addition to the pressure of impending adulthood, many teenagers struggle to fit into a social group and juggle the responsibilities of making decisions about the future. All of these factors can make...

Humans make mistakes. We understand that. Often, these mistakes are harmless. But at other times, we may let our emotions get in the way, or ignore better judgement and do something illegal. This could lead you in jail facing criminal charges.Here at [nap_names...