February 26, 2012
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Should I have my criminal or civil case tried by a judge or a jury?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
There are many factors that may impact your decision to have your case tried by a judge or jury. Some …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law, General | Tags: jury trial, trial by judge
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“Exculpatory Evidence” – Does the prosecutor have a duty to disclose information which is favorable to the accused tending to negate this guilt or show that he is innocent?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
With respect to evidence and witnesses, the prosecutor has responsibilities different from those of a lawyer in private practice: the …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law | Tags: Exculpatory Evidence, Prosecutor's Duty
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Can I be tried twice for the same or similar charge?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Double jeopardy is a procedural defense that forbids a defendant from being tried again on the same (or similar) charges …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law | Tags: double jeopardy
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Do I have a right to a trial by jury?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
Generally speaking, criminal defendants may demand a jury for all serious crimes and have their case tried by a jury …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law, General | Tags: jury, right to jury trial
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What right do I have to confront my accuser?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
In a criminal case, a defendant cannot be deprived of the opportunity to put his evidence and version of the …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law | Tags: confront accuser, face my accuser
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What are the penalties for misdemeanor convictions?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
§ 18.2-11. Punishment for conviction of misdemeanor. The authorized punishments for conviction of a misdemeanor are: (a) For Class 1 …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law | Tags: penalties for misdemeanors in Virginia
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What are the penalties for felony convictions?
0February 26, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.
§ 18.2-10. Punishment for conviction of felony; penalty. The authorized punishments for conviction of a felony are: (a) For Class …
keep readingCategory Criminal Law | Tags: penalties for felonies in Virginia
