Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

if someone is convicted of a class U felony in Va. which is (proven) distribution of cocaine or meth....possibly both..3 seperate charges...and is a second offence after 3 prior charges of felonys while on probation....sentance the first time was suspended for 9 yrs.....only had to spend 10mths in jail ...what type of time are we looking at possibly this time ...


Asked on 3/06/10, 10:27 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

David Saiki Law Office of David M. Saiki

In Virginia, you sentence is controlled by sentencing guidelines. The guideline calculate your sentence based on your current offense and your priors. An attorney can help you figure out your score. See my website for more info on the guidelines.

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Answered on 3/11/10, 10:37 am


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