Anyone who gets caught in possession of prohibited drugs is likely already aware that their actions violate the law. Those who possess, manufacture or distribute prohibited drugs can face serious criminal charges and major penalties. Plenty of other people could be at...
How prosecutors work to prove constructive possession of drugs
Many Virginia drug possession charges are simple and straightforward. The person accused of breaking the law gets arrested after police officers find drugs in their pockets or purses. However, police officers often find drugs not on a person but rather near them. They...
How can someone accused of a drug offense avoid conviction?
People in Virginia get arrested for drug offenses under many different circumstances. A traffic stop might lead to a vehicle search and someone's arrest. Police might respond to a domestic violence call and see paraphernalia in plain view when someone opens their...
Good intentions may not matter when sharing medication
When you have an over-the-counter medication at your house, and a friend or roommate is sick, you probably don’t think twice about sharing the medicine with them. You’re just trying to help them out, and you know that this is going to be beneficial. You just give them...
What if you get caught trying to beat a court-ordered drug test?
Are you on probation for a drug offense? Are you going through one of the state’s Drug Courts in order to avoid a serious criminal conviction? If so, you know (or should know) that you’re most likely going to have to submit to drug testing. Usually, drug testing is...
How buying a used car puts you at risk of drug charges
Many people accused of drug offenses get caught with drugs in their purses or their pockets, making it hard for them to defend against the charges they face. However, some people end up accused of drug offenses for simply being in close proximity to contraband or...
Marijuana Possession in 2021
With the endorsement of Governor Northam of S.B.1406, adults over the age of 21 may lawfully possess up to one ounce of marijuana or an equivalent amount of marijuana product. Possession in excess an ounce of marijuana will be punishable by a $25 civil penalty....
Get familiar with drug court if you’re caught with opioids
In Henrico County, there is a drug court that specifically deals with those who have been accused of drug crimes. If you have been caught with prescription opioids that aren’t in your name or falsely accused of selling or transferring these prescription drugs to other...
Why college students are at special risk when facing drug charges
Criminal charges can affect some people far more than others. College students are some of the most vulnerable people when it comes to the impact of a charge on their life and their future. If you are a student or the parent of a college student, you probably already...
Heroin-related drug charges could cost you your freedoms
Drug charges can lead to serious penalties for those who are involved. Heroin, in particular, is one drug that the state is looking to get off the streets. While other types of opioids may have medical uses, heroin is an illegal street drug with the potential to cause...