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Body Camera Law Signed by Governor
As the 2020 legislative session draws to a close, new laws are being signed by Gov. Northam. Among them is HB 246, which pertains to police body cameras. While body cameras are becoming more common throughout the country, there is a lot of cost and uncertainty that...
Virginia Felonies and Misdemeanors
Crimes in Virginia are generally charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. A felony is the more serious of the two. There may also be civil offenses or infractions that are less serious than a misdemeanor. How your charge is classified will be an important part of...
Presumption Against Bond Va. Code 19.2-120
What is a presumption against Bond? Once you have been arrested and charged with a crime, you will be presented in front of a Magistrate, were you will have the opportunity to be granted Bail and Bond. Bail refers to the actual release from pre-trial confinement, and...
Virginia Business Resources
As part of our expanding Virginia Business Representation practice, check out our new Virginia Business Resources page. This page includes links to essential state and federal resources for starting a business, securing the business, and growing the business. It also...
Virginia Reckless Driving: A Criminal Offense
Reckless Driving in Virginia is a Crime Reckless Driving in Virginia is a unique speeding offense, because it is also a criminal misdemeanor offense. That means, unlike in many states, a Virginia reckless driving conviction can result in a criminal record, jail time,...
New Associate Brian Szmak
The Law Office is pleased to welcome our new associate Brian Szmak. Brian joined our Alexandria, Virginia firm in 2020, as part of the criminal defense practice. Prior to joining the Law Office of Samuel C. Moore, Brian practiced litigation in a Northern Virginia law...
Alexandria’s New Marijuana Diversion Program
De Facto Decriminalization of Possession of Marijuana for Personal Use The Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Alexandria, Bryan Porter, is making good on his intention to “embrace new ideas” as his office continues to conduct an internal policy review aimed at...
Litigation in Fairfax County Virginia
Our Virginia attorneys routinely handle criminal and civil cases in Fairfax County's courthouse. From business disputes in Circuit Court, to adult criminal matters in General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, Fairfax is the office's...
