Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

I was charged with petit larceny and the state null prossed my case. Then a week later, I was arrested again for the same incident, this time as a felony, can they do that?


Asked on 4/13/10, 9:33 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

David Saiki Law Office of David M. Saiki

Yes. A nolle prosequi is without prejudice.

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Answered on 4/18/10, 9:36 pm


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