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Can Fairfax Speeding Citations Be Contested?

If you received a Fairfax speeding citation, know that there are ways to contest your violation by examining the method with which your speed was taken. It is important to fully understand how speed reading instruments work in Virginia, as well as how to spot their errors. A skilled defense attorney could...

Should I Be Taking a Plea Deal for My Robbery Charge in Fairfax?

If you were offered a plea deal after being accused of robbery, the counsel of an experienced defense attorney may help go over your options and how they could affect your future. Robbery is a very serious offense that could potentially end in a life’s sentence upon conviction. If the prosecution...

Why You Need a Fairfax Theft Lawyer

If you were accused of theft, it is important to know your legal options moving forward in order to best help your case. An experienced defense attorney can help you understand what routes you can take given your situation, as well as the rights you still possess in court as an American...

ABRA Sets Guidelines for Alcohol Delivery Apps

By Julia Cole, Junior Editor It is becoming increasingly easy for Washingtonians to avoid last-minute beer runs by requesting that alcohol be delivered to their home with just a swipe of a finger. Two smartphone app-based services that deliver beer, wine, and liquor to one’s doorstep have been approved to...

Interview With A Juvenile Defense Attorney

As much as we criminal lawyers complain about the juvenile detention system in Washington, D.C., we sometimes forget that there are other hard-working juvenile defense attorneys in other states who have a rough go of things as well. We got to speak to Jill Ruane about some of the issues she faces...

Oklahoma Judge Sentenced Teen to Attend Church for 10 Years

An Oklahoma district judge’s decision to sentence a 17-year-old to ten years of church attendance has caused quite a stir in the public and legal community. Despite numerous people asking legitimate questions about whether or not this type of sentence is constitutional, Judge Mike Norman is standing by his decision....

FBI Arrest State Senator Malcolm Smith in Corruption Probe

New York State Senator Malcolm Smith, along with five other politicians, are facing charges in a public corruption probe initiated by the FBI. Authorities arrested Smith and New York City Councilman Dan Halloran at their homes Tuesday morning. Officials also arrested Bronx Republican Chairman Jay Savino and Queens GOP vice...

Choking Becomes Felony Offense In An Attempt to Increase Severity of Punishment in Domestic Abuse Cases

If you’ve ever been involved in a domestic dispute, you understand firsthand what a contentious issue domestic violence can be within the household, for law enforcement, and in the courtroom. Choking is recognized as a common form of violence used in domestic violence cases. Due to a lack of evidence often associated...

DC Police Continue Crackdowns for Prostitution-Related Offenses

Over the weekend, the Metropolitan Police Department arrested 60 people for what’s referred to as “prostitution-related crimes.” This term encompasses both the solicitation of customers seeking to receive sexual favors in exchange for money and the offering of payment for sexual acts or contact. The recent roundup of suspects included not just...

Tennessee Man on Deathbed Confesses to Murder, Then Recovers and Gets Life Sentence

Law enforcement is not able to solve every crime that is committed. When they are not able to collect enough clues to solve the case or they are not able to track down a suspect, the case grows cold. Every now and then, they will get a break in the...

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