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Virginia Woman Busted for Drug Trafficking and Conspiracy

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Using a former drug dealer turned informant, police busted a 43-year-old woman from Elkton, Virginia for attempting to purchase methamphetamines, as reported by The Free Lance-Star. The Elkton woman contacted her usual drug supplier to purchase approximately 128 grams of methamphetamines. But she did not know that police had turned the supplier into an… Read More »

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Virginia Man Faces Charges for DUI, Hit and Run & Obstruction of Justice

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An Eastville, Virginia, man is on trial for DUI as well as hit and run after a car accident that left one passenger injured, according to an article by U.S. News & World Report. The Eastville man’s father and sister also face charges for obstruction of justice after lying to police. Police arrived at… Read More »

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How To Defend a Reckless Driving Charge in Virginia

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The subject for examination today centers on how to defend criminal charges for reckless driving in Virginia. On a threshold level, all criminal charges are subject to the same standard – proof beyond a reasonable doubt. In order to obtain a conviction, the Commonwealth of Virginia must prove every element of the crime beyond… Read More »

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Virginia Senators Stand Up for Victims of Domestic Violence and Other Abuse

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Virginia U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine have co-sponsored bicameral and bipartisan legislation to protect victims from domestic violence, sexual assault, and other abuse, as reported by NBC affiliate WVIR. Referred to as the Pet and Women Safety (PAWS) Act, Senators Warner and Kaine are seeking to protect humans and pets from all… Read More »

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Virginia Laws Concerning Prescription Drugs, Bath Salts and Inhalants

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The Commonwealth of Virginia prohibits the possession or distribution of illegal drugs classified as controlled substances. Certain illegal drugs tend to dominate the headlines, including but not limited to cocaine, ecstasy, and marijuana. But Virginia laws provide guidelines for numerous other controlled substances. Moreover, the penalties for infraction are quite severe, making it vital… Read More »

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Survey of Virginia Penalties for Driving Under the Influence

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In the interest of public safety, the Commonwealth of Virginia employs strict guidelines and harsh penalties for driving under the influence (DUI). Virginia prohibits any person from operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The legal limit for alcohol consumption in Virginia is a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08. Any… Read More »

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Adult Trial for Virginia Teenager Charged with Burglary and Animal Cruelty

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A Virginia teenager who allegedly broke into a police officer’s home and shot his dog will not be tried as a juvenile, as reported by The Virginian-Pilot. The teenager faces criminal charges for armed burglary, conspiracy, and animal cruelty. A judge in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court considered arguments and evidence before… Read More »

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Overview of Aggressive Driving in Virginia

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Not to be confused with reckless driving, aggressive driving is a separate offense in Virginia. In order to differentiate between these two offenses, the following sections will provide an overview of Virginia laws and penalties for aggressive driving. Definition of Aggressive Driving in Virginia The overarching law against aggressive driving appears in Code of… Read More »

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Protecting Your Church in Troubled Times: A Guide to Establishing Church Security Protocols

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By H. Robert Showers, Esq. and Bethany R. Horvat, Paralegal   It was just last month when the final surviving victim from the Sutherland Springs church shooting returned home from the hospital. Shot five times, young Ryland is only six years old. He lost his stepmother and two sisters (ages five and seven) in… Read More »

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Operation Tin Panda Blasts Drug and Weapon Trafficking in Virginia

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Operation Tin Panda featured approximately 300 law enforcement agents in a coordinated effort to hinder drug trafficking and weapon crimes, as reported by InsideNoVA. As a result of Operation Tin Panda, police were able to arrest and charge 28 people. Police were also able to seize the following contraband: 36,075 grams of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC);… Read More »

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