Legal Question in Traffic Law in Virginia

Code 46.2-613 (2) Violation (Altered registration, displaying stickers belonging to another vehicle). Criminal offense, Class 2 misdemeanor, potentially 6 months in jail!!!

I have no police record of any kind; 1 moving violation (speeding) in the past 5 years. Never been to court in my life.

Do I need a lawyer? Will they keep me out of jail or would a public defender be adequate help here?

What chance is there that I'll go to jail?? I'm shocked that such a petty offense could carry a penalty of jail.

When I go to court is it necessary to dress up? (suit & tie, etc) jeans acceptable or not? Thank you for your help.

BTW, this occurred in the town of Vienna in Fairfax County.


Asked on 10/08/09, 10:31 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

I have already answered this question except for the dress part, which is, of course, one should always dresss acceptably for court, which could certainly include a clean shirt and pair of jeans.

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Answered on 10/14/09, 2:00 pm


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