If you are facing child endangerment charges in Virginia, you will need to retain the services of a skilled Richmond criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Our legal team is here for you no matter what. Contact us today to get started.
What is child endangerment in Virginia?
Child endangerment or risk of injury to a minor is generally defined as causing injury, harm, or death to a minor. Even if you did not cause physical harm to a child, you may still be held liable in court.
What is risk to a minor?
Risk of injury to a minor involves actions a person has taken or actions they did not take that put the child at risk of injury. Essentially, this could occur through actively presenting harm to the child or through failing to reasonably expect serious risks and take measures to prevent them. In some cases, the risk of injury to a minor is charged as neglect, child neglect, child endangerment, or contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
What are the consequences of child endangerment?
If you are charged with child endangerment in Virginia, you will be arrested. After the arrest, you will be taken to the police station and given the charges, processed, and taken for a bond. It is likely that a protective order will be put in place, depending on the situation. The children may be removed from your care, or you may not be able to be near the children unsupervised while the case is occurring. These steps are put into place to ensure that no further harm comes to the child.
In the event that an individual is facing a risk of injury to a minor charge, that could be a misdemeanor or a felony. These are serious charges, and often the circumstances surrounding them are embarrassing and harmful. That is why if you have been charged, it is in your best interest to retain the services of an experienced and assertive Richmond criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Our legal team is equipped with the knowledge and experience required to ensure that you and your future are protected. Give us a call today to get started. We are here for you.
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If you live in Virginia and have been charged with a crime, the time to speak with an experienced Richmond criminal defense attorney is now. Led by Attorney James A. Bullard Jr., our firm has fought on behalf of clients facing serious legal penalties for decades. We handle various criminal and traffic cases, including reckless driving tickets, DUIs, violent crimes, drug crimes, and so much more. Contact James A. Bullard Jr. P.C. today so we can begin formulating a comprehensive defense on your behalf.
