When it comes to impairment caused by alcohol, the average person struggles to recognize when they should not drive. Even those who frequently drink alcohol may have a hard time knowing when to hand the keys over to a friend or call a cab. People now have the option...
The best criminal defense strategy depends on the charges that someone faces and also how the state intends to prove its case. Individuals who hope to avoid conviction will need to explore all of their options, and that may start with a review of the state's...
The items in someone's possession can sometimes help the state find grounds to prosecute that person. As a result, police officers who suspect someone of criminal activity will often ask to search a home or a vehicle. If they cannot obtain permission to do so, then...
Despite changing social attitudes about drug use, Virginia's laws remain relatively strict. Those accused of possession of controlled and prohibited substances regularly face prosecution. The type of substance and the total weight of the substance in question directly...
There are two distinct categories of sex offenses prosecuted in Virginia. The first involves an absolute lack of consent, possibly due to chemical intoxication or violence. The second involves questions about an individual’s ability to consent based on the dynamic...