This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Use district court form DC-370, NOTICE OF APPEAL – CRIMINAL unless another writing is used. The appeal may be noted by delivery of the written notice in person to the clerk's office, or by mail, or by facsimile machine. The writing may be signed by either the defendant or their attorney.
A criminal conviction will result in a criminal record, even for a minor misdemeanor offense.
What are common misdemeanors? Common misdemeanors include possession of controlled substances or drugs, petty theft, vandalism, perjury, prostitution, indecent exposure, trespassing, basic assault, resisting arrest, public intoxication, and DUI (Driving under the Influence).
Virginia code section 19.2-298.02 allows misdemeanor charges that would otherwise be a conviction to be taken under advisement to be dismissed. Ordinarily, the defendant is required to complete community service or some type of program as ordered by the judge to be dismissed.
The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. The circuit court handles all civil cases with claims of more than $25,000. It shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims between $4,500 and $25,000.
How Do I Collect on a Judgment: The Debt Collection Process in... Locate the debtor's assets (as many as possible) Attach the judgment to the assets by placing a lien on the assets (called a “judgment lien”) Obtain the assets to satisfy the judgment (the process of liquidation or foreclosure).
For information about researching current Fairfax Circuit Court Land Records and Deeds, please visit the Land Records Research Room page or contact the Land Records Division at 703-691-7320 (press 3, then 4) (TTY 711).