For many first-time misdemeanor offenses in California, judges will impose probation, community service, fines, or classes instead of jail time.
What are common misdemeanors? Common misdemeanors include possession of controlled substances or drugs, petty theft, vandalism, perjury, prostitution, indecent exposure, trespassing, basic assault, resisting arrest, public intoxication, and DUI (Driving under the Influence).
Virginia code section 19.2-298.02 allows misdemeanor charges that would otherwise be a conviction to be taken under advisement to be dismissed. Ordinarily, the defendant is required to complete community service or some type of program as ordered by the judge to be dismissed.
Our city is widely known for outstanding cultural amenities. Every year the city sponsors world-class events such as Fall for the Book, Spotlight on the Arts, and a fun weekend-long Chocolate Lovers Festival.
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Fairfax County Consumer Affairs receives complaints occurring in Fairfax County and seeks to resolve them by means of voluntary mediation or arbitration. If you have a question or need advice about a consumer issue, contact Consumer Affairs at 703-222-8435, TTY 711, to speak to a consumer specialist.
In Virginia, as in the rest of the country, law enforcement officers must have probable cause or a warrant to conduct a search. Probable cause means that there is a reasonable basis to believe that a crime has been committed or that evidence of a crime is present in the location to be searched.
The warrant shall (i) be directed to an appropriate officer or officers, (ii) name the accused or, if his name is unknown, set forth a description by which he can be identified with reasonable certainty, (iii) describe the offense charged with reasonable certainty, (iv) command that the accused be arrested and brought ...