A recent decision by the Court of Appeals of Virginia is changing how prosecutors, courts, and defense counsel approach concealed weapon charges, especially when the weapon is in a secured compartment in one’s personal vehicle. The case which gives rise to potentially new arguments for defendants and defense counsel originated in Henrico County and is styled Doulgerakis v. Commonwealth, 61 Va App 417, 737 S.E. 2d 40 (2013). Elias P. Read More
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