Charged With A Felony?
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Felony charges are serious—and so is our commitment to your defense. A conviction can result in lengthy prison time, steep fines, and a permanent criminal record that affects every part of your life.
Whatever felony charge you’re facing, the attorneys at Trustice Law Group bring strategic focus, deep legal knowledge, and a relentless pursuit of the best possible outcome. We dig into every detail of your case to build a defense that challenges the prosecution and protects your interests at every step.
Don’t face this alone—we’re here to stand with you and fight back. Our criminal defense team is experienced, strategic, and focused on results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. At no point should you ever speak to the police without a lawyer present.
Generally, no. Any criminal conviction that you receive is reflected on your record for life. This will likely change in 2026 with the passage of a new law allowing for certain types of record sealing in the Commonwealth. If you are under eighteen, your misdemeanor criminal record is destroyed when you turn nineteen as long as five years have lapsed since your last court appearance. In certain cases, particularly involving driving offenses, your record is not destroyed until you turn twenty-nine. If you are under eighteen and are convicted of an offense that would be a felony if committed by an adult, it will be reflected on your record for life. If you are charged with an offense as an adult or a juvenile, you can have the charge expunged after a dismissal or a not guilty verdict at trial.
Whether a drug charge is a misdemeanor or a felony depends on the type of drug allegedly possessed. If someone possessed a Schedule 3 or 4 substance or drug paraphernalia, they will be charged with a misdemeanor. If an individual is alleged to have possessed a Schedule 1 or 2 substance or possessed a substance with the intent to distribute it, they will be charged with a felony.
If you are convicted of a misdemeanor drug offense in Virginia, the maximum punishment is twelve months in the local jail and/or a monetary fine. If you are convicted of a felony drug offense in Virginia, the maximum penalty is a period of years in state prison and/or a monetary fine. Once released from prison, an individual would likely be placed on a period of supervised probation.
Though someone charged with a crime has the right to represent themselves in court, it is never advisable to enter a guilty plea without having a lawyer. A lawyer can advise about the potential consequences of pleading guilty to a criminal charge and ensure that your rights are upheld.
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