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By Curt M. Nichols, Attorney at Law September 1, 2025
Essential defense strategies for domestic violence accusations in Alexandria, Virginia. Learn how to protect your rights, challenge false allegations, and defend your future.
By Curt M. Nichols, Attorney at Law August 18, 2025
Comprehensive guide to drug possession charges in Loudoun County, Virginia. Learn your constitutional rights, potential penalties, and defense strategies to protect your future.
By Curt M. Nichols, Attorney at Law August 4, 2025
Expert guidance on fighting traffic tickets in Arlington, Virginia. Learn when to contest violations, defense strategies, and how to protect your driving record and insurance rates.
By Curt M. Nichols, Attorney at Law August 4, 2025
Comprehensive guide to assault charges in Prince William County, Virginia. Learn about penalties, defense strategies, and how to protect your rights when facing assault accusations.
By Curt M. Nichols, Attorney at Law August 4, 2025
Essential information about DUI charges in Fairfax County, Virginia. Learn your rights, potential penalties, and how experienced legal defense can protect your future.
Road to justice
January 31, 2024
Driving is a privilege that carries significant responsibilities. In the Commonwealth of Virginia, traffic laws are strictly enforced to ensure public safety on the roads. A lapse in judgment or a moment of negligence can lead to serious criminal traffic violations that may put your driving privileges and freedom at stake. This is where the expertise of a dedicated criminal traffic violations attorney becomes invaluable.
December 1, 2023
Being accused of theft is a serious offense, and it carries significant penalties in Virginia. The state imposes severe punishments for theft crimes, including jail time, steep fines, and mandatory restitution. If you’re facing criminal charges, you’re entitled to mount a defense and prove your innocence. In this post, we will outline the common defenses that are available to Virginia residents who are facing charges related to theft. 
October 31, 2023
Battery charges can be majorly damaging, both legally and personally. The outcome of a battery charge can depend on various factors, such as the injury endured by the other party, relationship between the parties, and your prior criminal history, if any. In some cases, battery charges, which is ordinarily just a misdemeanor, can be upgraded to a felony. In Virginia, the felony charge of malicious wounding is equivalent to battery charges in other states. In this blog post, I will discuss the reasons for the charge to become a felony, the possible defenses to the charges, and how an attorney can help you preserve your rights.
September 30, 2023
In Virginia, drug possession is a serious crime that can lead to severe consequences. If you've been arrested for drug possession, it's essential to understand what to expect from the legal process, your rights, and whether you need a lawyer. In this blog post, we'll discuss these crucial points in detail, providing you with the information you need to navigate this challenging situation.