How To Get A Concealed Carry Permit in Virginia
You may be wondering how to get a concealed carry permit in VA. Applications for concealed handgun permits in Virginia have risen significantly in recent years. The vast majority of applicants—nearly 90%—receive their permit within 45 days. The 10% or so who receive a denial notice have the right to appeal. If you are in […]
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In Virginia, Must You Sign the Ticket the Officer Gives You? Are You Admitting Guilt?
If you receive a ticket for a traffic or misdemeanor offense in Virginia, the officer gives you the ticket and usually asks you to sign it. Many people wonder what signing the ticket actually means. When you read the Virginia Uniform Summons, you will see that the line where you sign is just saying by […]
MoreWinner of the 2025 Flusche & Fitzgerald Law School Scholarship!
We’re pleased to announce the winner of the 2025 Flusche & Fitzgerald Law School Scholarship: Kayla Campbell Kayla will begin her first year at South Texas College of Law this fall. Her interest in becoming an attorney was sparked the summer before her last year of high school, when she worked for a criminal defense […]
MoreVirginia’s New Expungement Law Explained
You’ve worked tirelessly to turn your life around, but a single charge from your past casts a shadow over job interviews, housing applications, or even your license. Maybe it was a misdemeanor from years ago, something you never imagined would follow you this far. Now, you’ve heard Virginia has revamped its expungement laws. But what […]
MoreFour Tips for Handling Reckless Driving Tickets
When you’re accused of reckless driving, you have options. One of the first choices you need to make is how you’re going to handle the case. Do you want to handle it yourself, ignore it, or hire an attorney? Let’s see how those choices work. Here are 4 tips for handling your reckless driving ticket […]
MoreInsurance Ramifications of a Hit and Run in Virginia
You were just trying to get home. A sudden jolt, the screech of tires—and then suddenly the other driver sped off, leaving you with a damaged car and even more uncertainty. What does this mean for your insurance? Your record? Your future? Whether you were hit or are being accused, this guide will help you […]
MoreCDL Disqualification Due to Reckless Driving in Virginia
You were trying to make a tight delivery window or finish a long shift. A late lane change, a downhill stretch, or a moment of distraction, and now you’re facing a reckless driving charge and left with questions: Can you lose your CDL for reckless driving? How long do you have to wait to get […]
MoreWhat Is Grand Larceny in Virginia?
If you’ve been accused of theft in Virginia, you are likely feeling overwhelmed and not sure of what will happen next. We understand your fear, and we know that you need a way to take back some control over your life and future. Doing everything you can to secure your future should be your focus […]
MoreBrandishing a Firearm
If someone accuses you of threatening behavior involving a weapon, you could face serious charges under Virginia law. The offense of brandishing a firearm is defined in §18.2-282 VA Code as displaying a firearm or something that looks like a firearm in a way intended to scare or intimidate another person. This is a criminal […]
MoreIs Virginia a Stand Your Ground State?
You never thought you’d have to make that kind of decision. But when someone broke into your home late at night, you acted to protect yourself and your family. Now, you’re left wondering: Did I have the legal right to defend myself? Could I face charges for protecting my own home? Is Virginia a “stand […]
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