Virginia Criminal Defense and Sex Crimes Defense Law Firm

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The law firm of Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, P.C., is dedicated exclusively to defending people facing criminal and traffic charges in northern Virginia. Our attorneys have more than 45 years of combined experience, which we draw upon on a daily basis when defending clients. With offices in Fairfax, Manassas and Richmond, we strive to provide convenient, accessible and exemplary legal counsel.

At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, we understand that good people can be charged with crimes. Whether you made a simple error in judgment or you were mistakenly charged, a criminal conviction can result in penalties ranging from fines to time in jail. In addition to immediate consequences, a conviction can seriously compromise your future ability to obtain employment, government clearances, housing and loans.

Our criminal defense attorneys have tried hundreds of cases in front of their respective local jurisdictions and at the federal level. When you hire our law firm, you will be served by an attorney who knows the key players, including prosecutors and judges, in your area. Whether you received a ticket for reckless driving or were charged with domestic assault, our attorneys will utilize more than 45 years of combined experience to build you a strong defense and work toward the most favorable outcome.

Areas of Law

Areas of Law Description

- Reckless Driving

At the law firm of Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, we are dedicated to defending and protecting the rights of those who have received tickets for moving violations, including reckless driving charges related to: excessive speeding, racing, accidents, such as rear-end collisions, improper passing of a school bus, improper passing of an emergency vehicle, passing at a railroad crossing, passing on the crest of a hill, driving too fast for conditions, failing to signal and driving with an obstructed view.

- Revoked / Suspended License

Driving on a revoked license is a serious crime in Virginia and can result in numerous penalties, including jail, fines and additional loss of driving privileges. Sometimes drivers don't even know that their licenses are suspended until they are pulled over. You may have simply forgotten to pay a speeding ticket and it has now caught up to you. Driver's license restoration is not always easy. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, we will do everything we can to get you back behind the wheel.

- DUI / DWI

If you or a loved one was arrested for DUI in Virginia, it is important to hire an attorney to protect your rights from the very beginning. Drunk driving cases are based on the facts. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, we will immediately begin collecting all relevant evidence to prove your case. The state of Virginia takes DUI/DWI charges seriously. Contact our experienced criminal defense attorneys to defend you if you have been charged with drunk driving.

- Drug Crimes

From misdemeanors to drug felonies, our attorneys have the experience and knowledge to defend you against even the toughest drug charges. Drug crimes are serious matters not only in Virginia courts, but also in federal courts. From a misdemeanor marijuana possession charge to possession with intent to distribute, you could be facing jail time, fines, loss of your driver's license, a permanent criminal record and deportation if you are not an American citizen. It is important to hire a lawyer as soon as possible if you have been charged with a drug crime.

- Violent Crimes

When facing a first- or second-degree murder charge or another serious violent crime charge, it is important to have a lawyer who is familiar with the people who will be deciding your fate or that of a loved one. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, our clients are served by attorneys who know the key players, including prosecutors and judges, in their local jurisdictions. Felony assault, malicious wounding and murder cases are largely determined based on the facts. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, our attorneys are familiar with possible defenses against violent crime charges and we will immediately begin collecting all relevant evidence to prove your case.

- Sex Crimes

Sex crime cases are based on the facts. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, we will immediately begin collecting all relevant evidence to prove your case. We will question whether intercourse was consensual if you are accused of rape. Our attorneys can defend you if you are facing any of the following sex-related criminal charges: juvenile "sexting" crimes, child molestation, internet solicitation, possession or distribution of child pornography, prostitution, rape, forceful sodomy, sexual battery and object sexual penetration.

- Juvenile Crimes

Our attorneys are experienced at representing young people and can work with the police officer, prosecutor or court to help minimize or even eliminate negative, lifelong consequences. We can represent minors charged with any juvenile crime, including: minor in possession of alcohol; underage drinking / minor consumption of alcohol; DUI / DWI; possession of marijuana or other drugs; trespassing; destruction of private property; sexting and other sex crimes; assault; reckless driving; and driving without a license.

- White Collar Crimes

At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, we have significant experience defending people in white collar criminal cases involving: fraud, embezzlement, credit card theft, identity theft, check fraud and mortgage fraud. Our defense attorneys have tried hundreds of cases in front of their respective local jurisdictions and at the federal level. When you hire our law firm, you will be served by an attorney who knows the key players, including prosecutors and judges, in your area.

- Larceny / Theft / Shoplifting

No matter the circumstances of your larceny charge, we are not here to judge you. We will listen to the facts of your case and determine the best strategy in order to minimize penalties, and possibly even have the charge dismissed. Theft crimes, including white collar crimes, are crimes of moral turpitude. A larceny conviction can affect your ability to keep or obtain a job. A conviction will appear on background checks for the rest of your life. In addition, if you are not a U.S. citizen, your ability to stay in the United States could be compromised. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, our lawyers will do everything in our power to help you avoid the consequences, immigration or otherwise, a conviction might bring.

- Federal Offenses

Criminal charges can be addressed at the federal level, depending on the severity or nature of the crime. Defending yourself against a federal felony is not a simple matter. You need an attorney who knows the ins and outs of federal court. Some common federal crimes include: DUI/DWI on federal property; reckless driving on federal property; federal drug charges; kidnapping; internet child pornography; and fraud. The location of a crime can also determine where a case is tried. With many government buildings, roads and property in Virginia, even common traffic violations, such as reckless driving, can be tried in Virginia's U.S. district courts

More Information on Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein, P.C.

Fairfax, Virginia Reckless Driving Attorneys
Fairfax, VA Suspended License Lawyers
DUI Defense Law Firm in Fairfax, Virginia
Drug Crime Attorneys in Fairfax, VA
Fairfax, Virginia Violent Crime Lawyers
Fairfax, VA Sex Crimes Law Firm
Juvenile Crime Attorneys in Fairfax, Virginia

Office Locations

• USA - Virginia, Fairfax - Main Office