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Jacks v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0833-20-3, 74 Va. App. 783 (May 17, 2022) (en banc)

Facts. On March 16, 2020, the Supreme Court of Virginia issued its first judicial emergency order related to the COVID-19 pandemic, which tolled certain deadlines. The same day, Clifton Jacks was convicted in GDC for driving while intoxicated. Jacks noted his appeal to circuit court outside the Code § 16.1‑132’s ten-day deadline, so the circuit court…More

Metro Safety in the DMV – Rider Vigilance

Originally posted on BARKLEY HORN :
Riding the Metro is a commonplace — if not dull — experience for those of us who live or work in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.? The metro system affords riders the small pleasures of reading, catching up on social media, or simply daydreaming while traveling, all while avoiding the…

County of Henrico v. O’Neil, Record No. 0932-21-2, 75 Va. App. 312 (Aug. 2, 2022)

Facts. Casie O’Neil was injured when she was punched in the neck during a sheriff’s training exercise. She was initially diagnosed with a left clavicle contusion. Over the course of several medical appointments with several different doctors, she was diagnosed with a host of other problems relating to her left neck, arm, shoulder, and ear.…More

Ellis v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0818-21-1, 75 Va. App. 162 (July 19, 2022)

Facts. Samuel Ellis was issued a Virginia Uniform Summons, which charged him with “Driving Suspended DUI Related” in violation of Code § 18.2‑272 and “Newport News Ordinance § 26-8.” The officer checked the box indicating that Ellis was being charged with a city offense. Ellis was convicted in GDC, and, as customary, the conviction order was written…More

Beginning Your Appeal in the Court of Appeals

If you’re the appellant, it may seem like the first step in your appeal is filing your Opening Brief of Appellant, but there are several critical steps to follow before you get there. Find out what they are and how to avoid traps. More