How Long Do I Have to Appeal My Conviction?

If you are convicted of a misdemeanor in a general district court or a juvenile and domestic relations court in Virginia, you must note your appeal to the clerk’s office within ten (10) calendar days from the judgment of the court. Keep in mind that this does not mean that you have ten (10) business…

Will I Get a Bond? Will My Family Member Get a Bond From the Magistrate?

A magistrate is a judicial officer who makes one of the most important decisions in any criminal case: whether there is probable cause to issue an arrest warrant. If you are arrested, the magistrate is also the most important person after the initial contact with police because the magistrate makes the first bond determination. Your…