BATTLEFIELD BLOG
Constructive Drug Possession in Virginia
Think possession charges only stick if drugs are found in your pocket? Virginia’s “constructive possession” law proves otherwise. Learn how prosecutors link knowledge, control, and circumstantial clues to turn a roommate’s stash, or a friend’s car stop, into a felony case, and what defenses still work.
Criminal Defense & Protective Orders: Lili O’Connell Explains
Senior Attorney Lili O’Connell of Battlefield Law Group shares her enthusiasm for both defending clients and securing protective orders. In a brief linked video, she highlights her tailored, case-by-case methodology, explains why handling defense and protective orders poses no ethical conflict, and offers key insights into winning strategies in Northern Virginia courtrooms.
Is It Legal to Record Phone Calls in Virginia? Your Guide to the One-Party Consent Law
Think your conversation is private? Under Virginia’s one-party consent law, any call or in-person discussion can be legally recorded if even one participant agrees—and jail phones are monitored automatically. Learn how this rule affects DUI stops, domestic-violence cases, protective orders, drug charges, and other criminal matters.
A Guide to Alcohol Monitoring Devices for DUI and DWI Cases
If you're facing DUI charges in Northern Virginia, you may be required to use an alcohol monitoring device. In this blog, the attorneys at Battlefield Law Group compare three commonly used devices—including cost, functionality, and court usage—to help you understand your options. Learn what to expect and how these tools impact your case in Prince William, Fairfax, Loudoun, and surrounding areas.
How Likely Is Jail Time for Your First DUI Offense in Virginia?
Wondering if jail time is likely for your first DUI offense in Virginia? While a first-time DUI is a Class 1 misdemeanor, many cases avoid active jail time, unless certain factors apply, like a high BAC or a minor in the car. In this post, we break down Virginia's DUI laws, mandatory jail thresholds, and how different courts across Northern Virginia, including Fairfax, Prince William, Loudoun, Alexandria, Spotsylvania, Warren, Frederick, and Winchester, handle first-time offenses. Learn what to expect and how local legal trends may impact your case.
Can You Go Back to Jail for a Probation Violation in Virginia? Technical vs. Substantive Violations Explained
If you’re facing a probation violation in Virginia, you might be worried about whether you’ll end up back in jail. In this blog, we explain the difference between technical and substantive probation violations and how they can impact your future. Attorney Nicole H. Naum of Battlefield Law Group shares insights from a real case she successfully defended, showing how an experienced attorney can help protect your rights.
Can DUI and Criminal Defense Lawyers Claim to Specialize? Nicole Naum Explains
In this blog, Nicole Naum, a criminal defense and DUI attorney at Battlefield Law Group, clarifies the ethics behind claiming a legal “specialty.” Many attorneys focus on areas like DUI/DWI or criminal defense, but unless formally certified, they cannot ethically call themselves “specialists.” Watch her explain why and how this impacts your case in her recent video on YouTube and TikTok.
How a $20 Theft Became a Felony Grand Larceny Charge in Virginia
Most people think a quick $20 shoplifting incident might result in a slap on the wrist. But what if we told you that small thefts can add up to a felony? That’s exactly what happened in a recent case involving Target, and it’s not as rare as you might think. Watch Battlefield Law Group attorney, Nicole H. Naum, explain how this scenario happens.