You’re young and -- now that you’re no longer living at home -- you’re excited about your newfound sense of agency and freedom. All that freedom can be lost in an instant, however, if the police end up inside the apartment or house you share with your roommates and...
Harrisonburg Virginia Legal Blog
Why would anyone consider a plea deal?
People who are facing criminal charges have a lot of things to think about as part of their defense. One of these is whether they want to plead guilty or not guilty. As part of that decision, they’ll have to consider whether they want to try to work out a plea deal...
How to financially prepare for divorce
When you're getting ready to file for divorce in Virginia, preparing yourself emotionally is only half the battle. You'll also need to prepare yourself financially so you can support yourself after you've split from your former spouse. Otherwise, you might find...
Can I just pick up and relocate with my child post-divorce?
Divorce can be quite an emotional event to go through. Many people looking to cope with their newfound situation may think that a change of scenery will help them mend their hearts and regain a positive emotional state. If you have minor children that you retain...
Problems with DUI charges for chemicals other than alcohol
Most people associate alcohol with a DUI charge in Virginia, but that is not always the case: Individuals who are under prescribed medications or using illegal drugs could be charged with driving under the influence as well. Much of the evidence is typically officer...
What to know about modifying a support order
In most cases, a child support order will remain in effect even if a noncustodial parent loses his or her job. However, there is a chance that a Virginia judge will agree to modify the order until that person is able to find a new job. If you are a child's custodial...
Drugs can stay in your system longer than you realize
Anything you ingest tends to stay in your body for longer than you may realize. For instance, food doesn’t completely move through your digestive tract for a full 36 hours. But what if you have used some sort of drug or substance? The effects may wear off after just a...
What makes the police pull someone over on suspicion of drunk driving?
Police officers who are patrolling the streets watch for signs that a driver is impaired so they can initiate a traffic stop to determine what’s going on. They can’t stop a vehicle for no reason at all. Instead, they need to have reasonable suspicion that the driver...
Tips for dealing with the holidays as co-parents
The holiday season is right around the corner, so it’s time for you and your co-parent to start thinking about how you’ll handle things with the kids this year. As is the case with anything related to the kids, every decision that’s made must be done in their best...
Crimes can also be committed by law enforcement
White-collar crime is clearly an area of criminal behavior that has seen an increase in cases during the past two decades. People who have the authority to handle corporate or government financial resources can easily be caught improperly allocating those funds, if...