4th of July in Virginia and Criminal Charges

Everyone looks forward to the 4th of July in Virginia.  Pools are open, barbecues are going, parties are in full swing, and the fireworks at the nation’s capital are a stone’s throw away.  However, what starts as fun and games frequently ends with unexpected criminal charges.  For information on the 4th of July in Virginia and criminal charges, read the post below.

4th of July in Virginia and Criminal Charges

4th of July in Virginia and Criminal Charges Often go Hand in Hand

When alcohol is involved, people very often find themselves in trouble.  Sometimes this trouble involves embarrassment, injuries, or even the law.  The extent of that trouble varies, and for some ends with serious criminal charges.  For example, common criminal charges in Virginia on holidays such as the 4th of July include Drunk in Public charges, Driving Under the Influence and Driving while Intoxicated charges, drug possession charges, Destruction of Property charges, Hit and Run charges, Assault, and Domestic Assault, among many others.

If you have been charged with any of these crimes (or others) because of 4th of July festivities, contact a Virginia criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to discuss your case and for representation.  Drinking, intoxication, or “everyone was else was doing it” are not defenses that will work in Virginia.  Failing to take these charges seriously could result in a permanent criminal record that can never be expunged (or erased) from a person’s permanent criminal record.

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