The Wilson Law Firm is located in Manassas, Virginia, just a short walk from the Prince William County, Virginia courthouse where cases from Prince William County, the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park, and the towns of Haymarket, Quantico and Dumfries are heard. Although The Wilson Law Firm is located in Northern Virginia, clients have come from far and wide seeking the assistance of The Wilson Law Firm. The lawyers of The Wilson Law firm post blogs on current events, legal topics and discuss issues that could affect your case. Our defense lawyers keep you informed on possible defenses that could be used in your criminal case, DUI arrest, or traffic offense. Read this section to keep up-to-date on local legal issues that could affect you and your case.
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What to Do If You Are Falsely Accused of a Crime Were you falsely accused of a crime in Virginia? Here, we explain four steps you need to take to protect your rights and fight the charges you face. -
Five Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your DUI Case in Virginia Have you been charged with DUI or DWI in Virginia? Here are five mistakes you don’t want to make that could hurt your chances of getting the charges dismissed. -
Expert Witnesses That Can Help You Fight DUI Charges in VA If you’ve been charged with DUI in Virginia, you may need to hire an expert witness as part of your defense. What types of expert witnesses are helpful? -
Penalties You Could Face for Shoplifting in Virginia Shoplifting is a serious crime in Virginia punished by a prison sentence and fines. Find out what this crime is & when it’s charged as a misdemeanor or felony. -
How a Driving Improvement Class Can Affect Your DMV Points Taking a driving improvement course could improve your Virginia driving record. Here, learn what this class is and how many safe driving points you may earn. -
Common Probation Violations and Penalties in Virginia Violating probation is a serious offense in Virginia. Here, we explain common probation violations and the harsh punishments you face. -
Defenses to Hit and Run Charges in Virginia Were you charged with hit and run in Virginia? Find out what defenses you can use to get the charges dismissed or reduced to a less serious offense. -
Steps to Take If You Are Arrested for Domestic Violence Were you charged with domestic violence in Virginia? Find out the four steps you need to take immediately to protect your rights and build a strong defense. -
Destruction of Property Law in Virginia Have you been charged with destruction of property in Virginia? Learn what this means and whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges. -
Assault and Battery Charges You Face When Protesting Even if you are simply lawfully protesting, you could be charged with an assault and battery crime in Virginia. What penalties do you face if convicted? -
How Pardons Affect Expungement of Your Criminal Record Can you get your criminal charge expunged if you receive a pardon? Find out whether this is possible and the three types of pardons in Virginia. -
Identity Theft Expungement of Your Criminal Record Were you the victim of identity theft in Virginia? Find out what you must do to obtain an expungement of criminal charges against you due to identity theft. -
Expungement of Juvenile Criminal Records in Virginia You may be able to obtain an expungement of a juvenile criminal record in Virginia. Here, learn the rules about when you may be eligible for one. -
Type of Federal Forfeiture Actions to Seize Property Federal law enforcement can seize property they think is associated with criminal activities. Learn the three types of federal forfeiture actions they can file. -
Obtaining an Expungement After Being Acquitted of a Crime If you were acquitted of a crime in Virginia, the arrest wouldn’t be removed from your criminal record. Find out what you must show to get it expunged. -
Virginia Passes Law to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession A new law goes into effect on July 1, 2020, that decriminalizes marijuana possession and seals records of prior convictions. Find out how the law may help you. -
Understanding the Civil Forfeiture Process in Virginia The police must file a civil forfeiture action to keep your property seized when you were arrested. Here, read what this process entails and how to fight back. -
How to Obtain an Expungement in Virginia Are you trying to obtain an expungement of your criminal records in Virginia? Here, we explain the steps you need to take to file your petition with the court. -
New Law Stops Driver’s License Suspension for Court Costs Your driver’s license can’t be suspended for failure to pay court costs in Virginia under a new Virginia law. Here, learn how to get your license restored. -
Civil Forfeiture Actions in Virginia Did the police take your property when they arrested you? Learn about their right to keep your property through a civil forfeiture action and how to fight back.