From the University of Virginia to the College of William and Mary, the commonwealth has some excellent places to pursue higher education. Paying for a four-year degree in Virginia, though, can be challenging, as college tuition and fees in the Old Dominion are higher...
Criminal Law
What do you know about emotional domestic abuse?
Rather than physical abuse, some domestic violence involves emotional abuse. Those accused of emotional violence should understand why their partners view them as non-physically abusive. WebMD explains how emotional violence works. Someone viewed as an abuser may...
What do you know about getting a government job with a DUI?
Receiving your third DUI within 10 years made you think about your life, and despite your charge, you still want to get a government job. Could your felony hamper your goals? Chron explains the nuances of getting a government job with a felony DUI. While you may not...
Does a second or third Virginia DUI mean mandatory jail time?
Not all Virginia drunk driving arrests lead to convictions, but those that do also bring with them serious penalties. If you are among those currently facing a charge of driving under the influence in Virginia, you may have numerous concerns. Whether you may have to...
What are the legal consequences for Virginia DUI?
You can receive charges for driving under the influence in Virginia with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 or higher. Penalties for a conviction can include license suspension, fines and even jail time. Review the potential legal consequences when facing a court date...
Virginia House and Senate bills consider recreational marijuana
As more and more states consider legalizing marijuana, it becomes necessary for other states to decide where they fall. Legal possession of marijuana on the highways of one state may not be legal possession in another and that may lead to confusing cases. According to...
The real consequences of drunk driving in Virginia
Most Virginians understand that drunk drivers face serious penalties, both legal and social. However, some do not recognize the severity of DUI charges and believe they should face even harsher punishment. The reaction to a news story in which a woman fired a weapon...
What do you know about non-physical domestic violence?
Recently, Virginia law enforcement approached you about the domestic assault allegations your partner made against you. You never physically harmed your significant other, but could your words be the reason you face domestic violence charges? The Office on Women's...
Crimes involving child pornography have serious consequences
The Internet has given us a wealth of information at our fingertips, as well as a variety of means to share information. Some people use the Internet as a means for seeking romantic relationships, and some people are attracted to those younger than them. You may know...
The Fourth Circuit rules on United States v. Bosyk
A recent appeal presented an issue to the Fourth Circuit Court of the United States due to accessing a website link that does not disclose the corresponding website link provides proper probable cause to search the residence.According to appellant Nikolai Bosyk, his...