Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

Charges Nolle Processed

I was charged in Dec. for DWI and possession of marijuanna. The charging officer did not show up for the hearing therefore the charges were nolle processed. 8 months later the officer returned to this jurisdiction and recharged me with the charges that were nolle processed. Can this be done? I have not been in any trouble since this incident and planned to join the Army.


Asked on 8/02/08, 11:04 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Charges Nolle Processed

Yes, as long as the recharging was done within 12 months of the alleged commission of the misdemeanor offense.

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Answered on 8/02/08, 1:39 pm


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