What can I do about a concealed weapons charge?

Full question:

What can I do about a concealed weapon charge I got yesterday for having a gun with no license? If I get my license before I go to court will that prevent me from going to jail? I live in Norfolk, VA.

  • Category: Criminal
  • Date:
  • State: Virginia

Answer:

Please see the information at the following links:


http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+18.2-308

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