Category Archives: Criminal Law

The one published opinion out of the Supreme Court of Virginia today centers on the constitutional limits of police searches during arrests, specifically addressing how intrusive a search can be before it violates Fourth Amendment protections. More

The Supreme Court of Virginia releases one opinion today in which it addresses the “good-faith claim-of-right defense.” More

In one of two opinions issued today, the Supreme Court applies constitutional harmless error analysis to reinstate a second-degree murder conviction. More

In this, one of two opinions released today, the Supreme Court of Virginia case addresses the interpretation of Virginia Code § 19.2-306.1, which governs how courts may sentence individuals who violate probation terms. More

The Supreme Court of Virginia releases two opinions today, both criminal cases. In this case, the Court affirms warrantless arrests on home curtilage are constitutional when officers are lawfully present and have probable cause. More

The Supreme Court of Virginia releases one opinion today in which it reviews a conviction for possession of a controlled substance. More

Today the Supreme Court hands down a lone order. More

The Supreme Court of Virginia releases three opinions today. This opinion provides important guidance on the proper standard for reviewing plea withdrawal denials and reaffirms the significant discretion given to trial courts in these matters. More