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“John represented me at my hearing in Fairfax County Circuit Court for my Petition for Restoration of Firearms Rights. My case was a bit complex and it incorporated some new legislation that John was very educated on. The legislation was so new that the Commonwealth’s Attorney and the Judge did not have any knowledge of it. John’s actions in the courtroom to bring the new legislation to the attention of the court were astonishing and brilliant; even bringing a smile to the Judge and pat on the back from a fellow attorney after the hearing.
John’s flat rate pricing for representation is amazingly affordable. He is true to his word, communicates through out the entire process and works diligently to represent you. I highly recommend John Pierce.” - Shawn
Outstanding Service
“I contacted John via email regarding trust and estate work that I needed and questions that I had. He called me that same day, walked me through the process, took adequate time and was very patient in responding to my questions. He is very down to earth and professional. I was astounded as I found he was on travel, yet he took the time to personally contact me. He was very responsive in following up with the documents that I needed. I am extremely pleased and appreciative of the time he took with me and his outstanding level of service. I've worked with a number of attorneys in my profession and John exceeds the standards that I am accustomed to. I highly recommend him.” - Ron
Category Archives: Virginia Politics
HB21 will have a chilling effect on the firearms industry
HB21 purports to impose ‘Standards of Responsible Conduct’ upon the firearms industry in Virginia. But a detailed read of the proposed bill shows that its ultimate impact will be to discourage new businesses from opening in Virginia, encourage existing industry … Continue reading
Posted in 2A, Civil Liability, Criminal Law, Firearms Industry, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics
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Virginia’s Proposed ‘Assault Weapons Ban’
We now have what may be the final language for SB749, the ban on modern sporting rifles (or so-called ‘Assault Weapons‘ using the made-up term from the bill). If enacted in its current form, after July 1, 2026 it will … Continue reading
Posted in 2A, AR-15, Assault Firearms, Bruen Decision, Criminal Law, FFL Issues, Gifting Firearms, Inheriting Firearms, Interstate Firearm Transfers, Magazine Capacity, Manufacturing, NFA Trusts, Private Sales, Purchasing Firearms, Second Amendment, State Constitutional Provisions, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics
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Status of Firearm Related Bills in the 2026 Legislative Session
Virginia Under Siege Several anti-civil rights bills are awaiting the Governor’s signature (or to go into effect is she fails to act on them in 30 days) and both gun owners and the firearms industry are facing an uncertain future … Continue reading
Posted in 2A, AR-15, Assault Firearms, Concealed Handgun Permit, FFL Issues, Magazine Capacity, Second Amendment, Suppressors, Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics
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Virginia law change allows some charges resolved by deferred disposition to be expunged
Back in 2017, I had written an article to answer the question “Is a charge eligible for expungement if it was dismissed following a deferred disposition?” In that article I laid out the controlling case law and determined that, at … Continue reading
Posted in Criminal Justice Reform, Criminal Law, Deferred Disposition, Expungement, Virginia Courts, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics, Virginia Supreme Court
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The new landscape for deferred dispositions in Virginia
Before we discuss the significant recent changes in deferred dispositions made by the Virginia General Assembly, I should first make sure that everyone understands the concept. The Virginia State Crime Commission describes deferred disposition this way: “In general, deferred disposition … Continue reading
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