Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

That is going to depend almost entirely on the details of the case and the facts. An attorney should be able to help you to prepare a defense if you share those details with them.

Yes, get a lawyer, and ask the court to appoint one to represent you on these

serious charges if you can't afford to hire one on your own

These are felony charges and although the prosecutor must prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty.....you do need a good defense. You cannot expunge the convictions if you plea and are sentenced or found guilty in bench or jury trial and are sentenced. Sheryl Shane, Attorney at Law. www.sherylshanelaw.com. Tel. 703 503 4448.