For most people in Virginia and across the country, being arrested is the last thing they think will happen to them. When the charges are such that they will not only cause problems for the person who was arrested but will also stir public outrage against them, it is significantly worse. Such is the case…

In Virginia, accusations of various sex crimes carry a stigma with them that can follow a person around for his or her entire life. There are numerous different levels of these types of crimes. One in particular that can cause significant problems is infected sexual battery. This has to do with a person having sex…

Those in Virginia confronted with sex crimes involving underage victims need to be aware of how the allegations will affect their lives. Sex offenses are treated very seriously, regardless of the victim. But, if the victim is underage, then the consequences can be all the more difficult to overcome. There are two laws that deal…

In Virginia and across the country and world, the issue of human trafficking and people being forced into working as prostitutes is garnering a significant amount of attention. According to state law, prostitution not only relates to those who are soliciting a prostitute and the prostitutes themselves, but it also deals with those who are…

For a person in Fairfax who is confronted with a sexual assault charge, it is not simply a matter of the charges and the penalties that can cause a problem for them in their lives. Sex offenses are viewed with disdain by the public and can lead to long-term difficulty for a person who is…

When a person in Virginia is charged with sex crimes, the threat of prison and other penalties are only part of the problem. The damage to reputation and aftereffects can make a law sexual assault charge a lifelong issue to deal with. Knowing the law in the state when it comes to rape is one…

Allegations of sex offenses in Virginia will automatically elicit a visceral reaction to anyone who hears about them whether they’re true or not. These acts will vary in their scope, whom they were allegedly committed against, and how severe the penalties will be in the event of a conviction. One specific crime that carries with…

In Virginia, sex crimes are taken very seriously. Some of the most heinous crimes that occur involve children. Often, these acts begin as a cyber crime. Such acts as online solicitation of a juvenile and possession of child pornography happen frequently. Whether a person made a mistake or was falsely accused, there must be a…

In Fairfax City, and across the nation, a sexual assault charge can lead to a long series of problems for those who have been accused and convicted. There is a public stigma surrounding sex offenses that can affect a person’s life forever. When sex crimes are alleged and there is a conviction in a criminal…

Today is Halloween across the United States which means that trick or treaters will soon be out in force in cities all over the country, including here in Virginia. But while this is an exciting time for parents and children, it may be less exciting for people who are registered sex offenders. That’s because people…