Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

Disorderly Conduct

I was charged with disorderly conduct on Jan. 5,2008. I have no record at all, what is the liklihood of me getting in any major trouble? Do I need an attorney? My husband pointed a gun at me and I was hesterical, I would think this would be a reason to be disorderly!


Asked on 1/30/08, 2:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Disorderly Conduct

The charge of disorderly conduct in a public place is a Class 1 criminal misdemeanor and therefore a jailable offense. (See Va Code Sec. 18.2-415.)

Consequently, you should therefore have an attorney to represent you in this matter.

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Answered on 1/31/08, 7:48 am


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