If you're in illegal possession of prescription drugs, you could get into deep trouble with the law. You can be arrested for having prescription medications not prescribed to you. Of course, there are exceptions.For example, if you're driving home from the pharmacy...
Month: September 2017
How does Virginia classify different drugs?
If you're accused of a drug crime, you need to understand the kind of charges you could face. The charges you'll face are partly based on the kind of drug you're in possession of and its potential to cause addiction.Virginia classifies drugs in its Drug Control Act by...
Seeking citizenship for a foreign-born American child
When a child is born in another country while on a military base or to American parents, the right paperwork must be filed to help that child obtain citizenship. It is an automatic right, but the correct legal paperwork still has to be filed.If a child is born out of...
Does a divorce negatively influence a child?
Children are often a concern when you go through a divorce for a number of reasons. A child may not understand the full implications of a divorce, and you want to make sure your little one is happy and comfortable. Some people decide to stay in an unhappy marriage for...
Understanding a preliminary hearing
When you're accused of a crime, one of the first things you have to do is have a hearing. While an initial hearing might not do much, it can be an important time in your case. If you potentially have to go to trial, one of the first court appearances you'll go to is a...
Family abuse: You can defend yourself against allegations
Family abuse can be defined in many ways, but generally speaking, it involves any act in which force, violence or threats result in physical injury or the fear of physical injury against someone in your household. Family household members include anyone you live with...