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Primary and Secondary Traffic Offenses in Virginia

In traffic law, there are two types of violations, primary and secondary. In this article, we discuss the differences between the two, and we will explore some of Virginia’s recent reforms on such offenses. Secondary Offenses The police cannot stop a car for a secondary offense. To charge you, they must already have you stopped for another reason. Then they can add the secondary offense to your ... Continue Reading

What Are the Ramifications of a Domestic Violence Charge?

What Are the Ramifications of a Domestic Violence Charge? All criminal accusations are serious. Even charges that have light penalties can stay on your record, making life harder. Domestic violence charges carry an even greater stigma. Regardless of the circumstances or veracity of the accusation, it can stain someone for life. In this article, we will discuss domestic violence from a legal ... Continue Reading

Defenses Against Embezzlement Charges

What Is Embezzlement? Embezzlement is a form of theft, or larceny. What separates embezzlement from other forms of theft is the way it is committed. It involves taking money that was entrusted to someone. For example, we often hear stories of wealthy celebrities who lose money to unscrupulous accountants or managers. This is embezzlement. When someone misappropriates funds for themselves, they are ... Continue Reading

What to Do When Your Appeal Is Denied

If you’ve been convicted of a crime, you are not necessarily stuck with that conviction. Systems are in place to change a court’s decision, called “appeal.” An appeal is when you reach out to another court to review your case and possibly overturn the first court’s ruling. What happens, then, when you make an appeal and are denied? Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be able to ... Continue Reading