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If You Are 18, Can You Have Sexual Relations with Someone Under 16 Years Old?

If you are 18 years or older you cannot have sexual relations with someone who is under 15 years old. If does not matter if you did not know the person what under 15 years old. You also cannot even ask someone under 15 to have any kind of sexual contact with you. If you do, you could be prosecuted under Va. Code 18.2-370, Taking indecent liberties with children. You could also be convicted of Va. Code 18.2-63, Carnal Knowledge.

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When Can I Serve My Prison Sentence on Work Release in Virginia?

Under the Virginia Department of Corrections' Departmental Operating Procedures, inmates who are nearing the end of their sentence and who meet specific eligibility criteria can be considered for work release. In order to be eligible for work release, you must...

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What Weapons Can I Possess if I've Been Convicted of A Felony in Virginia?

It's illegal for someone who has been convicted of a felony to possess a firearm in Virginia. Va. Code section 18.2-308.2 also makes it illegal for someone convicted of a felony to possess other kinds of weapons. The other weapons that you cannot possess are stun guns, ammunition, or any explosives.

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What Is Entrapment in Virginia?

Entrapment is a potential defense to any criminal charge. If you've been entrapped, you will be found not guilty and the charges against you will be dismissed.

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How Do I Get out On Bond in Virginia?

Before a judge will give you a bond in Virginia, he has to decide whether you're a flight risk and whether you're a danger to the community. If the judge believes there's probably cause that you'll pose a risk to the community or that you won't show up for your next court hearing, he can deny you a bond.

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Do I Need an Attorney to Help Me Draft a Habeas Corpus Petition?

Yes. Drafting a habeas corpus petition is complicated. But it's not just drafting the petition that is complicated.

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What Evidence Does a Police Officer Need Before He Can Arrest Someone for DUI in Virginia?

An officer needs Probable Cause before he can arrest you. In the case of DUI, the officer needs Probable Cause that you are or have been operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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What Are the Punishments for A Class 2 Misdemeanor in Virginia?

The punishment for Class 2 misdemeanors can be found in Virginia Code 18.2-11....

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What Time Should I Get to Court?

You should arrive fifteen minutes early, unless your attorney tells you otherwise. There's probably no need to show up more than fifteen minutes early. It is also a good idea to bring something to read while you're waiting in court.

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What Are the Punishments for Class 1 Misdemeanors in Virginia?

The punishment for Class 1 misdemeanors can be found in Virginia Code 18.2-11. They are...

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