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Are Assault with Deadly Weapon Charges Felonies in Virginia June 14, 2019
Many people assume Virginia prosecutors give assault charges when people harm others, but that’s not true. Assault charges stem from threats or attempted physical attacks by someone against someone ...
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First Time Offenders In Virginia March 17, 2015
Most people think that the first time they get in trouble, the justice system will give them a break since they don't have a prior record. Sadly, the request for leniency has different results ...
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The Reality Of Domestic Violence Charges September 12, 2014
According to the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance, domestic violence is defined as “[a] pattern of abusive behaviors used by one individual intended to exert power and control ...
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Juvenile Court and Domestic Relations Courts June 21, 2013
If you have been charged with assault on a family member or a domestic violence offense in Fairfax County you will definitely need legal assistance. These charges are almost exclusively heard in ...
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Explosion of Domestic Violence Arrests in Fairfax County November 14, 2012
Fairfax County, Virginia – According to a recent survey released by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services' Criminal Justice Research Center, Fairfax County has the highest rate of ...
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Juvenile and Domestic Violence Charges June 25, 2012
Domestic violence charges involve some of the more complex issues in the Virginia criminal justice system. It should first be noted that most of these charges are heard in a special court known as the ...
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