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  1. HOW TO WIN YOUR CRIMINAL APPEAL IN VIRGINIA

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    May 13, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia criminal appeals How to Win Your Criminal Appeal in Virginia State Courts If you have been convicted of a …
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  2. Appeals We May Take

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    October 1, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Appeals we may take We handle appeals to the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Supreme Court of Virginia, and …
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  3. Virginia Appeals Law Firm

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    September 16, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia appeals lawyers Winning an appeal takes a different set of skills than winning a trial. Our attorneys have argued …
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  4. Challenging Local Criminal Ordinances In Virginia

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    July 8, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Challenging Local Criminal Ordinances in Virginia Attacking the Validity of a Local Ordinance – A Good Defense! The best defense …
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  5. Appeals In Virginia

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    May 12, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia appeals Experience in Virginia Appeals Representation or assistance with Virginia appeals. Virginia appeals require experienced Virginia appeal attorneys for …
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  6. 12-17-2012 – Virginia granted writ for appeal in civil rights case

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    December 18, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Summary – The law firm has argued that the state is not free to unilaterally modify its contracts or breach …
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  7. Virginia’s Serious Injury Lawyer

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    September 24, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law Firm. Richmond, Virginia, since 1986. En Español Facebook Disclaimer Thomas H. Roberts & …
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  8. A summary of the law for wrongful death in Virginia caused by the negligence or wrongful act of another.

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    August 14, 2025 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law Firm. Richmond, Virginia, since 1986. En Español Facebook Disclaimer Thomas H. Roberts & …
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    Category Assault & Battery, General, Negligence, Personal Injury Law, Wrongful Death | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

  9. BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT IN VIRGINIA

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    July 25, 2022 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in Virginia — What It Really Means | Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, PC Virginia Criminal …
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  10. Virginia CLE Course 2019 – Need to Know: Making and Enforcing Virginia FOIA Requests

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    September 11, 2019 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia FOIA · CLE course · October 15, 2019 Virginia CLE Course 2019 – Need to Know: Making and Enforcing …
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  11. Summary of Personal Injury Law

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    March 4, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law Firm. Richmond, Virginia, since 1986. En Español Facebook Disclaimer Thomas H. Roberts & …
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  12. Law Library

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    February 22, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia’s Personal Injury & Civil Rights Law Firm. Richmond, Virginia, since 1986. En Español Facebook Disclaimer Thomas H. Roberts & …
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  13. Articles

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    February 22, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Articles & insights Virginia law, explained by the lawyers who litigate it. Commentary, case results, and practical guides on civil …
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  14. Obstruction in Virginia — and What It Is NOT

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    October 7, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Civil Rights · Know Your Rights Obstruction in Virginia —and What It Is NOT “Obstruction of justice” is the charge …
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  15. When do I have to identify myself or show my ID in Virginia?

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    May 25, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Roberts Law Practice Areas Blog About Contact Virginia Criminal Defense · Know Your Rights When Do I Have to Identify …
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  16. Legal History – Slavery & Discrimination

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    May 19, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Johnson v. Parker: The First Civil Case Establishing Lifetime Slavery | Roberts Law Roberts Law  ·  Civil Rights & Legal …
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  17. Johnson v. Parker: Legal History

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    May 19, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Johnson v. Parker: The First Civil Case Establishing Lifetime Slavery | Roberts Law Roberts Law  ·  Civil Rights & Legal …
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  18. Legal Analysis of Minnesota Shooting of Alex Pretti by Civil Rights Law Firm

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    January 26, 2026 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Justice and Civil Rights, It’s In Our Blood Note: This article addresses civil liability rather than criminal liability. Is the …
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    Category Assault & Battery, Civil Rights, Excessive Force, First Amendment, Fourth Amendment, Freedom of Speech and Press, General, Litigation, Negligence, Personal Injury Law, Wrongful Death | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

  19. Virginia Personal Injury Attorneys Legal Precedent Shapes $10 Million Verdict in Newport News School Shooting

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    November 7, 2025 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Justice and Civil Rights, It’s In Our Blood How Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, PC’s Virginia Supreme Court Victory in …
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    Category Assault & Battery, Assault & Battery, Defamation, False Imprisonment, General, Libel & Slander, Litigation, Negligence, Personal Injury Law, Sexual Assault, sexual harassment, Wrongful Death | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

  20. Nazario’s Fourth Circuit Arguments – 3/19/2024

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    March 21, 2024 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Nazario Appeal Arguments before the United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals On March 19, 2024, Nazario asked a three …
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    Category Assault & Battery, Assault & Battery, Civil Rights, Excessive Force, False Imprisonment, Fourth Amendment, Freedom of Speech and Press, General, Litigation | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

  21. Is the Virginia state stalking statute unconstitutional?

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    November 11, 2023 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Is the statute overly broad under the First Amendment, and facially unconstitutional? State stalking statutes unconstitutionally chill speech in violation …
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  22. Police Brutality – Tyre Nichols

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    January 27, 2023 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Critical legal analysis of the Memphis Police brutal beating of Tyre Nichols by Civil Rights Attorney Tom Roberts – Tyre Nichols had a right to run for his life due to excessive use of force by Memphis Police

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  23. Summary of Excessive Use of Force

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    January 16, 2023 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Your browser does not support the audio element. Listen to Podcast Virginia Police Brutality & Excessive Force Attorney | Thomas …
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  24. Can I sue somebody for putting an electronic tracker on my car?

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    October 26, 2022 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Answer: Yes, but you are not likely to get the damages you hoped to get. It is illegal in Virginia …
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  25. Lawyers for the Onion Held In Contempt by U.S. Supreme Court

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    October 4, 2022 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Lawyers representing the Onion were held in contempt, imprisoned and water-boarded for writing a lengthy but brilliant amicus brief in …
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  26. Unlawful termination for refusing to disclose COVID-19 “vaccine” status in Virginia

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    August 8, 2021 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Can a Virginia employer lawfully terminate me for refusing to disclose whether I have been “vaccinated” for COVID-19? Answer: No, …
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  27. Petersburg Jury Awards $300,000 for Civil Rights Violations

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    July 12, 2021 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    July 12, 2021 – Petersburg Virginia jury awarded Monica Cromartie $300,000 in compensatory and punitive damages against a Petersburg Police …
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  28. Victims of Sexual Assault by Chiropractor

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    June 22, 2021 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Is the Board of Medicine or Psychiatrist liable to victims for putting sexual predator in a position to harm patients? …
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  29. Lt. Nazario v Town of Windsor Police Officers – Official Update

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    May 6, 2021 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Because this important civil rights case highlights the need for national attention and reform – this page will serve the …
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    Category Assault & Battery, Assault & Battery, Civil Rights, Excessive Force, Fourth Amendment, Freedom of Speech and Press, General, Litigation, Personal Injury Law | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

  30. Can I file a civil rights claim after my conviction was reversed for an illegal search or 4th amendment violation?

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    January 11, 2021 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    So your conviction was overturned because the evidenced was suppressed under the exclusionary rule due to a violation of the …
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  31. Do I have a right to refuse to be vaccinated? A look at mRNA vaccine issues.

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    September 26, 2020 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    COVID Fatigue – this page is not being updated.  See e.g., https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/328102 People have lost the ability to think when …
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  32. Does the statute of limitations toll because I didn’t know that I could file a lawsuit or because I didn’t know the name of the defendant?

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    August 1, 2020 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    NO! BUT MAYBE – when it comes to Misnomer v Misjoinder? No, unless the defendant has actually obstructed you from …
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  33. Police pointed weapon at me – is that excessive?

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    May 8, 2018 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Question:  Is it a violation of the Fourth Amendment for an officer to aim his loaded weapon at a person where …
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    Category Assault & Battery, Civil Rights, Excessive Force, Fourth Amendment, Personal Injury Law | Tags: , , , , , ,

  34. litigation

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    March 30, 2016 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Litigation · Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, P.C. · Since 1986 Virginia litigation, from the courthouse to the Supreme Court. …
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  35. Isaac Roberts, 2015 law clerk, explains that the US Supreme Court has usurped from citizens the democratic process for amending the Constitution

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    September 17, 2015 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    A 2015 summer high school law clerk for the law firm explains that the process for amending the Constitution by …
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  36. Jonathan M. Arthur, Esq.

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    February 28, 2014 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, P.C. Jonathan M. Arthur, Esq. Virginia litigation attorney Email JonathanCall (804) 991-4308 Contact Jonathan M. …
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  37. Overview of Special Grand Jury In Virginia

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    December 11, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    SPECIAL GRAND JURIES IN VIRGINIA Special grand juries have substantial power to conduct an investigation and limited power to return …
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  38. Things to consider when choosing appellate counsel in Virginia

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    September 16, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Choosing appellate counsel How do you choose the right law firm for your appeal in Virginia? Seven things to consider …
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  39. Can I keep my handgun or firearm in the secured but unlocked glove box or console of my car in Virginia?

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    July 15, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Q. Is it legal to have a handgun or other firearm in the unlocked but secured glove box or console …
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  40. Can I sue a police officer for Brady violations – for concealment, doctoring, or destruction of evidence?

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    May 31, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Can I sue a police officer for Brady violations? § 1983 action against police officer for Brady violations–concealment, doctoring, or …
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  41. 2-8-2013 Harmon v. Ewing – Virginia Supreme Court

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    February 8, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Virginia FOIA 2-8-2013 Harmon v. Ewing – Virginia Supreme Court 2-8-2013 – Virginia Supreme Court affirms in part and reverses …
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  42. THE GROWING POLICE STATE – FREEDOM FADING

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    January 28, 2013 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    THE GROWING POLICE STATE – FREEDOM FADING Editorial Opinion – Freedom Works Foundation 1-27-2013 Chris Hawkins is one of a …
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  43. Prior Restraint of Speech – First Amendment Violations

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    December 20, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    RIGHT TO BE FREE FROM PRIOR RESTRAINT AND CENSORSHIP IN VIRGINIA You Can Help Defray the Legal Fees of Cox …
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  44. Innocent Child Photographs and the Law

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    April 1, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Innocent Child Photographs and the Law   Facts              Billy, a minor child, using a disposable …
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  45. Andrew T. Bodoh, Esq.

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    March 3, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Associate · Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, P.C. Andrew T. Bodoh, Esq. Author of The Virginian’s Guide to FOIA Email …
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  46. Do I have a right to a trial by jury?

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    February 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 …
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  47. What are my rights to a speedy trial in Virginia?

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    February 25, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Code § 19.2-243, the speedy trial statute, provides that if a defendant accused of a felony is continuously held in …
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  48. In the News

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    February 22, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE.  CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A …
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  49. Practice Areas

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    February 22, 2012 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    Practice Areas | Serious Injury, Wrongful Death & Civil Rights Lawyers | Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, PC Richmond, Virginia …
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  50. $1.04 Million Verdict – Assault & Battery against Former Prosecutor Joe Morrissey

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    July 19, 2002 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

    VIRGINIA CIVIL RIGHTS ATTORNEYBRINGS IN A $1.04 MILLION VERDICT July 19, 2002 — Virginia civil rights attorney, Thomas H. Roberts …
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