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Alexandria, Virginia: Felony PWID Possession with Intent to Distribute >.5oz Marijuana, VA Code 18.2-248.1 (punishable by 1-10 years in prison), was AMENDED and REDUCED to Simple Possession, a class U misdemeanor, which is scheduled to be DISMISSED under 18.2-251.
Read more about Virginia’s Drug and Marijuana Laws here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges and Defenses for Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent, Distribution, and Related Offenses
Alexandria Virginia: A juvenile’s misdemeanor marijuana possession charge (VA Code 18.2-250.1) was DROPPED through the DIVERSION program, even though client had a criminal history before this charge, and even though client was charged with another marijuana possession charge after this charge.
Read more about Drug / Marijuana Law here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges and Defenses for Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent, Distribution, and Related Offenses
Read more about Juvenile Defense here: Virginia Juvenile Law and Procedure for Possession of Alcohol by a Minor, Grand and Petit Larceny, Possession of Marijuana, and Other Offenses
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Possession of Marijuana Class 1 Misdemeanor charge (VA Code 18.2-250.1) was DISMISSED, even though client acquired a new and related criminal conviction after this arrest.
Read more about Drug / Marijuana Law here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges and Defenses for Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent, Distribution, and Related Offenses
Fairfax County, Virginia: Felony PWID Possession with Intent to Distribute >.5oz Marijuana, VA Code 18.2-248.1 (punishable by 1-10 years in prison), was AMENDED and REDUCED to Simple Possession, a class U misdemeanor, with only 2 days to serve. A related Reckless Driving Class 1 Misdemeanor charge under VA Code 46.2-852, punishable by up to 1 year in jail, was AMENDED and REDUCED to Improper Driving – a citation with a $250 fine.
Read more about Virginia’s Drug and Marijuana Laws here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges and Defenses for Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent, Distribution, and Related Offenses
Read more about Reckless Driving here: Virginia Misdemeanor Reckless Driving Laws and Defenses for Charges in Alexandria, Fairfax, Arlington, Falls Church, Prince William
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Possession of Marijuana Class 1 Misdemeanor charge (VA Code 18.2-250.1) was DROPPED due to evidence issues in the case. Client was thus able to keep a clean record, keep his driver’s license, did not have to go to jail, and did not have to take drug classes.
Read more about Drug / Marijuana Law here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges and Defenses for Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent, Distribution, and Related Offenses
Obstruction of Justice v. Resisting Arrest – What is the difference?
Resisting Arrest in Virginia is illegal under VA Code 18.2-479.1 when an officer is attempting to make a lawful, proper arrest. If, however, the arrest was not based on probable cause or the officer has no authority to make the arrest, then resisting the arrest is not a crime. Additionally, only the individual who is being arrested can be charged under this code section, whereas others interfering with the arrest cannot be punished under this section. Instead, an interfering third person would be charged under VA Code 18.2-460, for Obstruction of Justice.
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Bail and Bond Motions
Individuals charged with serious offenses and individuals who have a history of not appearing in court, will not be set free after an arrest (bail will be denied by the magistrate.) The defendant will need to have an attorney file a motion on his behalf to try and argue for release in front of a Judge. This is called a Motion to Admit the Defendant to Bail and Set Bond, or a Motion for the Reduction of Bond.
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ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA: Second Offense Possession of Marijuana Class 1 Misdemeanor charge (VA Code 18.2-250.1) was DISMISSED as per agreement, after completion of 50 hours of community service. Client was thus able to keep his driver’s license, did not have to go to jail, and did not have to take drug classes.
Read more about Drug / Marijuana Law here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges and Defenses for Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent, Distribution, and Related Offenses
Second Possession of Marijuana Charge REDUCED / AMENDED to Paraphernalia in Alexandria VA
2012
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA: Second Offense Possession of Marijuana misdemeanor charge (VA Code 18.2-250.1) was AMENDED to VA Code 54.1-3466, Possession of Paraphernalia, with a $100 fine. Client was thus able to keep his driver’s license, didn’t have to go to jail, didn’t have to take drug classes, and didn’t have to perform community service.
Read more about Drug / Marijuana Law here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges | A criminal defense lawyer’s explanation of Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Distribution of Drugs, and Related Offenses
Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana Charge AMENDED to Possession of Paraphernalia in Fairfax VA
2012
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Possession of Marijuana misdemeanor charge for 7oz of cannabis (VA Code 18.2-250.1) was AMENDED to VA Code 54.1-3466, Possession of Paraphernalia, with a $200 fine. Client was thus able to keep his driver’s license, didn’t have to go to jail, didn’t have to take drug classes, and didn’t have to perform community service.
Read more about Drug / Marijuana Law here: Virginia Drug & Marijuana Charges | A criminal defense lawyer’s explanation of Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Distribution of Drugs, and Related Offenses
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