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Virginia Petty Theft and Larceny Laws
Virginia law simply refers to all theft and theft-related crimes as “larceny,” and provides no general definition of the term. It’s safe to say that theft in Virginia can be defined as the unlawful taking of property that belongs to someone else, done with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property.
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Shoplifting Charges in Virginia
Shoplifting in Virginia is a crime with serious penalties, including potential fines and jail time. In addition to facing criminal penalties, shoplifters can be sued by merchants in civil court to recover damages.
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Embezzlement is a kind of property theft. It occurs when a defendant, who was entrusted to manage or monitor someone else’s money or property, steals all or part of that money or property for the defendant’s personal gain.
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Driving on a Suspended License in Virginia
The Commonwealth of Virginia may suspend or revoke your license for many reasons. You may be charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor if your drive while your license is suspended or revoked.
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Virginia Minor in Possession of Alcohol: Laws & Penalties
A minor in Virginia may not buy (or attempt to buy), possess, or consume alcohol; or provide false identification or a false age to obtain or consume alcohol.
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Possession of a Controlled Substance in Virginia
All states regulate the possession of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for illegal possession. Virginia classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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Virginia Sale of a Controlled Substance Laws
All states regulate and control the sale of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for sale. Virginia classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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The state of Virginia views all marijuana use and possession on a criminal platform. However, first-time offenders may be offered the option for conditional release, which gives them the opportunity to choose probation...
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Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana in Virginia
Driving under the influence of marijuana is a crime in Virginia. This article explains the penalties imposed for DUI violations, but other laws regarding marijuana possession may also apply to drivers and passengers.
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In Virginia, adults 18 and older can purchase and openly carry a gun without a license. However, you must be at least 21 years old and obtain a concealed handgun permit to carry a concealed gun in your car or on (or near) your body, unless you are in your own home, on your own property, or at your place of business. (Va. Ann.
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Open and Concealed Gun Carry Laws in Virginia
Virginia protects the right to bear arms under Article I, Section 13 of the state constitution, but this does not mean that everyone may carry a gun, or that you may always carry a gun wherever you like. While adults 18 or older may openly carry a firearm in public under most circumstances, Virginia