Category Archives: General
Nationwide Injunction on the Corporate Transparency Act-UPDATE
By: Jonathan D. Haile The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas recently issued a preliminary injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA): This halts the enforcement of the CTA and having to file BOI by end of the year nationwide. Though not a permanent decision at this point, Reporting Companies under… Read More »
Bristol Police Break Up Drug Trafficking Network
Three people who were allegedly at the top of a meth distribution network are in police custody after officers executed search warrants at a local hotel. During the search, investigators reportedly found around 1.5 pounds of meth, two guns, and around $650 in cash. They now face multiple charges. Two suspects were taken to… Read More »
The New Frontier in the War on Drugs
One of the most surreal moments of the War on Drugs occurred in December 1970, when Elvis met Nixon in the White House. To this day, the picture of a somewhat befuddled Nixon shaking hands with a velvet-clad Elvis is the National Archive’s most requested photograph. In those days, the War on Drugs was… Read More »
FAQs About Job-Related Marijuana Testing in Virginia
In July 2021, Virginia lawmakers legalized recreational marijuana. Local governments quickly enacted rules that fleshed out the legalization mandate. To this day, many people believe that marijuana has the same legal status as tobacco. But a prescription painkiller is a more apt comparison. Limited marijuana possession and use is legal. Most marijuana possession and… Read More »
Virginia Laws Against Distribution Of Imitation Controlled Substances
Virginia law features sweeping prohibitions against various drug crimes, also known as controlled substances. One of the most incredibly serious drug crimes in Virginia involves the distribution of Schedule I/II substances like heroin or cocaine. But Virginia laws against drug crimes do not stop there. Virginia also prohibits the distribution of substances that mimic,… Read More »
2 Men Charged With Cannabis & Cocaine Drug Crimes In Virginia
Law enforcement arrested two men in Virginia for allegedly possessing cannabis and cocaine with intent to distribute, according to an article by WJHL. Officers from both Virginia and Tennessee coordinated to execute the arrests in the morning of Wednesday, January 25. While making the arrests on Interstate 81 in Virginia, officers seized approximately three… Read More »
3 Legal Strategies to Decrease Your Liability
By Kyle Winey, Esq. I. The Need for Liability Limitation We live in a highly litigious culture. Businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations are increasingly exposed to legal liability. For example, businesses increasingly fear the vitriol of litigious patrons—and for good reason. That’s why all businesses, nonprofits, and churches should take significant measures to protect… Read More »
Virginia Man Sentenced For Distribution Drug Crimes
A Virginia man faces 13 years in prison for committing distribution drug crimes, according to an article by ABC affiliate WRIC. Court documents indicate that this Virginia man was the subject of a long-running police investigation. In addition to staking out this man’s residence, police also sent confidential informants to purchase illegal drugs, which… Read More »
How Does Virginia Address Cannabis Distribution Drug Crimes?
Even though the Commonwealth of Virginia legalized cannabis for recreational possession and use, unlawful distribution remains a drug crime. Furthermore, any person who violates the Virginia laws against the distribution, sale, or gift of cannabis can face severe punishment, including criminal fines and confinement in jail or prison. What are the Virginia Laws Against… Read More »
Virginia Drug Crimes: Common Nuisances & Fortified Drug Houses
When discussing drug crimes under Virginia law, the conversation tends to revolve around possession, distribution, or trafficking. These crimes typically make the news headlines and, thus, dominate much of the attention. But the Virginia laws against various drug crimes go far beyond possession, distribution, or trafficking offenses. For example, it is a Virginia drug… Read More »
