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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?

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February 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 …
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Can I be tried twice for the same or similar charge?

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February 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 …
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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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What right do I have to confront my accuser?

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February 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 …
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What are the penalties for misdemeanor convictions?

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February 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 …
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What are the penalties for felony convictions?

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February 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 …
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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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Qualified Immunity – 2001 Victory

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November 21, 2001 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

Victory in 4th Circuit Court of Appeals The law firm of Thomas H. Roberts & Associates, P.C. announced an important …
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The right to criticize police – Lynchburg Excessive Use of Force

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July 10, 2001 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

Civil Rights News   Independence Day Celebration Commonwealth Declines to RequestIndictment for Man Charged With Assaulting Lynchburg Police Officers On …
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Fourth Amendment Law

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January 1, 2000 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, …
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Will Contest In Virginia

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August 20, 1999 by Tom Roberts, Esq.

News – Jury Invalidates Will In Contest Against Judge Willard Douglas, Jr. Richmond Jury Throws Out What Former Judge Willard …
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