Experienced Hanover VA Criminal Lawyer

An arrest for a criminal offense can be a frightening, devastating experience. Our accomplished Hanover County VA Criminal Defense Attorneys know that most of our clients are worried about what will become of their future after some sort of mistake in judgment that could potentially ruin everything. The simple fact is that you are in trouble with the law and you need a non-judgmental advocate to provide quality advice. We can protect you before the Court and present your best defense.

NOTE: An Arrest is NOT a Conviction

Named a “Best Law Firm” For Criminal Law

Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established local Hanover County VA law firm. We have been recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report for criminal law. Our lawyers have accumulated over 45 years of combined criminal law experience and provide personalized client service. We work directly with you at every stage of the case. Our lawyers represent clients every week before the Hanover Courts. Our goal is secure each client the best possible result. We have a proven track record of success.

Hanover County VA Criminal Defense Attorney Client Reviews

Very professional practice from top to bottom. Couldn't recommend them more. They get the results you want.

Jason Royal

00:15 25 Sep 19

Excellent service, transparent and honest feedback on potential outcome, no guarantees but great expertise and experience. Would use them again but hopefully I don’t have to! Thanks Riley & Wells.

Justin Hardy

14:02 25 Aug 19

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Effective Criminal Defense Attorneys Hanover County

The Hanover Sheriff and State Troopers aggressively investigate criminal offenses throughout Hanover County from violent felony offenses to low level misdemeanor violations such as marijuana possession, underage possession of alcohol or assault and battery. The Hanover Commonwealth Attorney aggressively prosecutes cases before the Courts. An experienced Hanover VA Criminal Defense Attorney who regularly represents clients in this court knows how to best attack the prosecution’s case.

Top Criminal Defense Attorneys Presenting The Best Defenses

The best option anyone charged with a criminal offense in Hanover County is to retain the best possible Hanover VA Criminal Lawyer who regularly defends criminal cases and has the experience to present your best defense. Our lawyers understand that people need clear answers to their legal questions as soon as they either become a target of criminal investigation or are arrested. You need to know your rights under the law and how to act to protect them immediately. Don’t wait to get help!

Hanover VA Lawyers Specializing in Defending Criminal Cases

Our trial skills, negotiation skills and a detailed familiarity with the Hanover County criminal justice system help us develop an effective defense strategy. Our attorneys know how to both effectively defend a criminal case and are not afraid to challenge the evidence in tough cases. We fight for our clients using every resource the law allows to achieve the best possible outcome and consider guilty pleas only when they are in the best interest of our clients.

Criminal Trial Lawyer Hanover County VA

Criminal trials are a highly specialized area of the law and can be very complicated. Do not trust your future to a law firm that either juggles many areas of law or simply does not possess the necessary constitutional, criminal law & criminal procedure experience. Our belief is that clients are best served by an attorney who specializes in a specific area of the law and who regularly practices in the same court. We defend Hanover VA criminal cases every week.

Hanover VA Possession of Marijuana DISMISSED

Riley & Wells successfully defended this possession of marijuana case

HANOVER COUNTY VA CASE DISMISSED

Our Hanover County Virginia Criminal Defense Attorneys represented a J. Sargeant Reynolds college student who was arrested for Possession of Marijuana & Underage Possession of Alcohol in Mechanicsville. Mechanicsville is popular section of Hanover County’s east end. Our client was the passenger of a vehicle that was pulled over by a Hanover County Deputy Sheriff for a stop sign traffic violation. The Deputy Sheriff detected an odor of burnt marijuana, which permits a warrantless search of the passenger compartment of the vehicle as an exception to the 4th amendment against unreasonable searches and seizures.

Hanover VA Possession of Alcohol DISMISSED

Our Hanover VA criminal defense lawyers can present your best defense

HANOVER COUNTY VA CASE DISMISSED

The Deputy Sheriff recovered various amounts of marijuana and alcohol throughout the vehicle. After recovering suspected marijuana, the law enforcement officer is either required to submit the plant material to the state lab for analysis or a field test can be performed with an approved field test kit. In either case, the evidence can be challenged with various motions. Our attorneys reviewed the facts, circumstances and allegations surrounding the arrest. We found weaknesses and arguments to both allegations that convinced the Commonwealth Attorney to offer our client a way out without a conviction and the client accepted.

Best Defense For Any Hanover County Criminal Case

Murder
Arson
Robbery
Malicious Wounding
Assault & Battery
Forgery
Fraud
Solicitation of Prostitution
Concealed Weapon
False Pretenses
Drugs
Expungements

Aggravated Sexual Battery
Failure To Appear
Possession of Marijuana
Firearm Offenses
Manslaughter
DUI
Petty Larceny
Trespassing
Vandalism
Abduction
Hit & Run

Grand Larceny
Receiving Stolen Property
Prostitution
Reside in a Bawdy House
Conspiracy
Sex Offenses
Worthless/Bad Checks
Underage Possession of Alcohol
Obstruction of Justice
Burglary
Shoplifting

Hanover County VA Criminal Lawyer Client Review

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11/10/2015 | Updated 9/24/2019

Criminal Law
Traffic Law
DUI
Alcohol Possession
Assault & Battery
Marijuana Possession
Hit & Run
Reckless Driving
Speeding Ticket

Google Rating

4.9

Based on 569 reviews

Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law

4.9

Mara Taranhike

19:01 03 Apr 19

Doug from Riley & Wells represented me for a speeding ticket. He was very clear about the options and possible outcomes. Our conversation went quickly and I had to do very little. He got the results I was hoping for.

Terri Einsidler

17:55 14 Aug 19

I had a 82/70 reckless driving charge. Mr. Remington had my charges reduced to a non moving violation with no points. I would highly recommend Riley and Wells.

Christopher Dobrilovic-Holt

00:22 01 May 16

The gentleman who served as my lawyer for my hitaste and run case was EXTREMELY Knowledgeable about the traffic violation side of the law. Helped me dig myself out of a hole, and sav saved me from a possible jail sentence. Would recommend to anybody who is in need of an excellent law firm

donna mouzon

23:54 03 Jun 19

RILEY & WELLS YOU ARE THE BEST!I received a reckless driving ticket in VA and the attorney was able to get the ticket dismissed (I had to pay fees/court cost ). There are no points on my license, my license did not get revoked, and most of all my insurance did not go up. THANKS R&W firm

BD Again

22:48 18 Jul 14

My husband recently was charged with a very serious traffic offense in Virginia (we are MD residents)...and had to appear in court (almost 3 hours from our home). We contacted our lawyer in MD who referred us to Riley & Wells. After just one phone call and one email, we were set for them to represent him. They told us what to expect, what they thought they could do and what they thought the outcome would be. Court was yesterday - they did MORE than they originally said, the outcome was INCREDIBLY better than they had initially thought, we are THRILLED. This situation could have seriously impacted our lives and within a little over a month, it is done, settled and behind us. THANK YOU! And, I must add, the legal assistant we dealt with, Jana, was about the most efficient person I have 'met' in a long time. Her responses were quick, and accurate every time....

Adam C.

20:31 14 Apr 18

I was very scared when I saw that what I thought was a regular speeding ticket on my way home through Virginia, was in fact a Misdemeanor reckless driving ticket. I immediately looked for a reputable firm local to that county and Riley & Wells was at the top of the list. They were kind and helpful and explained everything that would happen. I was very pleased with the outcome of my case, and would recommend them to anyone who was in my position. Thanks :)

Doucement Allezy

21:54 12 Apr 19

When you get your first speed ticket, those who hurry to write you to tell you their experience in the field are not usually the right ones for you. I got my first ticket when I was driving to DC from Raleigh NC to resolve an issue . The officer pulled me out for reckless driving (82/70). I received multiple letters from autornies when I got back. I check online for most rated and find Riley and wells. Thier fees are reasonable. Remington did a wonderful job. Finally I only had to pay the fine and the court fees. I recommend Remington if anyone has the same problem.

Ozzie Welte

00:35 28 Nov 18

Great team from the beginning to the end. Very professional and helpful. The fee was very reasonable for the service provided. I recommend to anyone, fast and efficient with desirable results. Great job!!!

lost g

15:14 04 Sep 18

Douglas E. White is the best got my reckless driving charge jail time traffic school and license suspended dismissed all I got to do is pay a not so bad fine thank you so much 100% recommend him. from Derrick

Jeff Swartwood

19:58 07 May 19

Cody Remington was an excellent attorney that provided the best possible outcome and I highly recommend him. I am an out of state resident that was caught in, what is considered in almost every other state, a speed trap. A disreputable city that controls a one mile stretch of highway uses it as a revenue source for their city. Cody was able to provide me with an outcome that didn’t put a moving violation on my record but this crooked city still got their money. This officer looks for out of state plates and snags people who are going a few miles an hour over the speed limit on an empty highway where nobody would expect to be ticketed. I’m happy about Cody’s performance but I think the state of Virginia needs to look at this unconstitutional speed trap.

Jacklyn Bolie

15:46 04 Jun 19

Wonderful experience with this law firm!!!! They took care of my case with no problem...staff was very professional and polite highly recommended for traffic cases👍👍Thank you so much for your services😊

James McCarl

00:33 19 Sep 18

Efficient and effective staff. Got a very favorable result in court. Clearly a very experienced team.

Jonathan Soto Girau

15:20 31 Jan 19

They did an amazing job, super professional and helpful throughout the entire process

Sarah Trickey

16:44 27 Aug 18

Took care of everything, didn't have to worry. Very professional and educational. Thank you!

trey dabney

01:09 13 Dec 17

I was ticketed in Sussex County at 57/35. I was represented by Mr. Joe Dean in court and he managed to get my charge dismissed. I could not have been more pleased with the outcome. Mr. Deans legal assistant Ms.Niki Flores was top notch as well. She responded to all my questions promptly and helped set my mind at ease. Thank You!

Derek Powell

13:47 01 Oct 19

Was out of town on vacation and got a skeptical reckless driving charge. I was in disbelief and stressed beyond measure. I reached out and called Riley & Wells immediately for assistance. I told them the situation and he confidently said "you have nothing to worry about". The end result was 'not guilty' of the initial charge and it was dropped to a lesser non-moving violation with no points deducted on my license. I am greatly pleased by the outcome.

eman7196

15:19 21 Nov 18

The Riley and Wells office helped me tremendously with my traffic ticket. Mr. Wells, along with the office assistants, were helpful, informative, and kept consistent communication with me. Highly recommended.

David Brown

22:17 23 Aug 16

Superb job. Highly recommend.

Julie M.

13:59 06 May 18

Thanks to Ed Riley and his excellent staff at Riley & Wells, my traffic violation was greatly reduced. They gave me good advice from the very beginning and shepherded me through the whole process. Everyone from Mr. Riley to his paralegals, was professional, friendly, and highly competent. I strongly recommend Ed and his team when you need a lawyer for traffic related offenses. Don't take chances with your driving record, get the professional assistance you need for a good outcome.

Kyle Whittaker

13:23 29 Apr 16

I contacted Riley and Wells for an underage drinking charge, and other complications. We are extremely happy with the outcome, as well as the treatment we received from Mr. Wells and his office staff. In every instance they were efficient and professional, responded to phone calls in a timely manner, and treated us with kindness. Would recommend without reservation

Bianca Russo

20:07 17 Apr 19

They are awesome! I would definitely hire them again if needed!!

Mike Fullwood

14:18 25 Aug 17

I hired Cody Remington at this firm to handle a speeding ticket that I got in Virginia while driving north. He and his firm got me an excellent result (charge reduced to mere violation, no points, minor fine). They were responsive, good communicators, very professional, and they delivered! As a retired attorney I can say this is not always what you get when dealing with lawyers. I highly recommend Mr. Remington and Riley & Wells.

Frederick Samarelli

17:31 27 Jun 19

RILEY & WELLS handled our matter professionally and concluded the matter with the best possible outcome. Highly recommended.

Rae F.

17:50 28 Mar 17

I retained Mr. Wells for my speeding ticket in Henrico 51/35mph and I couldn't be more pleased with my outcome!! All I have to do is driving school and my charge will be dismissed! I want to take this time to truly thank Mr. Wells and his amazing team (his paralegal Erin was fantastic) for working with me! I was in full panic before speaking with him and his team because my driving history wasn't the best but they made me feel 100% better about my situation. I HIGHLY recommend Riley and Wells if you are in any type of pickle!

J C

18:39 22 Aug 19

I really appreciate the handling of my overspeeding case by Riley & Wells. Although they charged me quite high compared to what few others had quoted, I had my peace regained with the case closed very neatly by my attorney. Thanks a lot, Mr. Remington for the same. Also thanks a lot to Jana for the reassurance during the process!