Criminal Defense

At The ReBrook Law Office, we are committed to providing the highest quality defense to clients entangled in the criminal justice system. You do not have to fight your battles alone. If you are charged with any violation of the law that carries the possibility of a fine or imprisonment, including felonies, misdemeanors, or other citations, The ReBrook Law Office can fight for your rights. Don’t be scared - be prepared!

Edward ReBrook has earned a solid reputation as a defense attorney, delivering results to his clients through a variety of legal and extra-judicial methods. When you hire The ReBrook Law Office, you are guaranteed to receive first-rate representation and personal attention from an attorney that you can trust. Edward ReBrook will analyze the details of your case, make relevant inquiries, and aggressively pursue your interests.

Do not leave your fate to the mercy of the court – hire a member of the Bar to fight your battles for you. If you have been charged with a crime, call immediately. Do not talk to anyone before speaking with an attorney. Your 5th Amendment right to remain silent is affirmed by the United States Constitution, as is your 6th Amendment right to the effective assistance of counsel. Perhaps most importantly, you have a 4th Amendment right against unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that Law Enforcement officers do not have a carte blanche right to search you or your property without probable cause.

We defend clients against State and Federal criminal charges ranging from DUI and traffic offenses to felony drug charges throughout Northern Virginia. Contact Edward ReBrook online or call 571.215.9006 today to discuss your charges and begin building a proper defense strategy.

The ReBrook Law Office provides criminal defense services in the following areas:

• Traffic Violations & DUI

• Drug Offenses

• Assault & Battery

• Larceny, Theft, & Robbery

Traffic Violations

At the ReBrook Law Office, we understand the stakes when facing major traffic charges. The risk to your livelihood, employment, driving privileges, and the ability to provide for one’s family can all be negatively impacted by a charge of this type, particularly if your driving record is less than spotless. Worse still, charges of this nature often carry high fines, mandatory counseling, and community service; not to mention a hit to your reputation.

The consequences of traffic convictions can be extremely high. For example, a conviction for reckless driving stays on your driving record for 11 years and can negatively affect employment prospects, security clearances, and insurance rates. We can analyze the facts of your case and work toward a reduced charge. If you do not agree to a reasonable plea deal, or if the Commonwealth does not offer or agree to reduced charges, we can go to trial and fight for your rights.

For these and many other reasons, hiring an experienced attorney with a proven track record of success is imperative. Edward ReBrook is such an attorney, with tremendous experience throughout in all areas of traffic law. He has an in depth understanding of the policies and procedures used by prosecutors and knows how to effectively negotiate the legal landmines faced by those caught up in the criminal justice system.

DUI / DWI

A criminal conviction for DUI/DWI can have a serious effect on your life, including suspension of your driver’s license, heavy fines, mandatory counseling, and even jail time. It can also negatively impact your career and your personal life. If you've been charged with driving under the influence, it is smart to hire an aggressive DUI defense attorney. At The ReBrook Law Office, we are dedicated to helping our clients deal with DUI charges and manage the potential consequences of a conviction. We will employ every feasible legal approach to minimize harsh penalties and help retain your driving privileges. We will examine every aspect of your DUI case, including the circumstances of the initial traffic stop, the battery of tests employed by law enforcement, the arrest, and your release.

Important considerations include:

• Was there sufficient probable cause for your traffic stop?

• Did the arresting officer(s) administer any of the NHTSA approved Field Sobriety Tests, or did he/she simply have you perform a variety of irrelevant, humiliating exercises under the guise of proper tests?

• Is there a dash cam or body cam video?

• Were you given the opportunity to take a breathalyzer exam?

• Has the equipment been calibrated correctly and according to schedule?

• Did you blow less than the legal limit but were still arrested?

• Were you properly arrested and read your rights?

• Were you warned of the consequences of breath test refusal?

If mistakes were made during your arrest, or if there are faults in the Prosecution’s case, we will find them and use them to your advantage. If evidence was illegally obtained, we will move to strike that evidence and have the case dismissed. While every DUI / DWI case is unique, the stakes are always high. As in other cases, the Prosecution may offer to reduce the charges or make other offers in exchange for a plea. You decide whether to accept the offer or go to trial.

Drug Offenses

Drug offenses are taken very seriously by both Virginia and West Virginia courts. Depending on the circumstances, quantity, and type of drugs involved, even first-offense misdemeanor drug charges can have devastating consequences, including jail time, loss of employment, and loss of reputation. Moreover, in the age of mass computerization and online background checks, drug charges can severely impact your future.

At The ReBrook Law Office, we defend individuals charged with possessing, manufacturing, distributing, or trafficking drugs, including marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy/molly, methamphetamines, LSD, and opiates. In addition, we work with clients who have been charged with possessing Schedule I narcotics without a valid prescription.

In our experience, most clients charged with drug offenses are not hardened criminals; rather, they are typically ordinary people who get caught up in bad circumstances. Regardless, the mandatory minimum sentences associated with drug crimes are especially harsh in Virginia and West Virginia and are the leading contributor to mass incarceration throughout the United States. In fact, most persons in prison are there for first time, non-violent drug offenses. Our goal is to protect clients from the severity of the legal system and to assist them in their efforts to back their lives back on track.

At The ReBrook Law Office, we will investigate your charges and all of the circumstances surrounding your arrest, endeavor to understand your unique situation and goals, and formulate a strategy for managing your case. In addition, we will uncover any errors of criminal procedure or violations of your constitutional rights, including the probable cause leading to your arrest and any illegal searches of your person or property.

Depending on the nature of your case and the evidence collected by the Prosecution, we will work with you to determine the right approach that is most likely to lead to favorable outcome. In the event that the Prosecution is unwilling to negotiate a plea agreement that you can live with, we will fight for your rights at trial.

We work frequently with parents of students at Northern Virginia Community College, George Mason, Old Dominion, VMI, and other Virginia schools. Furthermore, we are proud to regularly represent members of the military who have been charged with drug crimes and other offenses.

If you are facing drug charges in Virginia, The ReBrook Law Office can help you. Call 571.215.9006 today to set up a free, 30-minute consultation.

Assault & Battery

A conviction for Assault or Assault & Battery can range from a class 1 misdemeanor to a class 3 felony, depending on the nature of the charges and the classification of the alleged victim; e.g., a teacher, principal, law enforcement officer, family member, spouse, girlfriend, or judge.

Individuals facing first offense Assault & Battery charges will typically not face the maximum legal penalties, unless the conduct in questions is especially violent or egregious. Regardless, even those charged with first offenses are subject to a possible criminal conviction, jail time, and fines. Additionally, it is not uncommon for persons charged criminally for Assault & Battery to also face civil litigation (i.e., being sued) over the same set of circumstances.

In order to be convicted of Assault, the Prosecution must prove not only that you intended to harm someone, but also that you took actions to do so. Generally, threats without action may not rise to a violation of Misdemeanor Assault or Assault & Battery as codified by § 18.2-57 of the Code of Virginia and § 61-2-9(b) of West Virginia Code.

Depending on the circumstances of the Assault, a competent attorney may be able to get the charges dismissed altogether by negotiating an “Accord & Satisfaction” agreement between the parties; i.e., the client offers a negotiated, out-of-court settlement, typically for cash, in exchange for the alleged victim dropping the charges. However, Accord and Satisfaction Agreements are not possible when charged with Assault on a family member or a member of household, including relatives, girlfriends, spouses, etc.

Assault cases are rarely cut and dry and your attorney may be able to prove that you were acting out of self-defense. The police typically charge individuals with Assault & Battery if they were in a physical altercation and the other party is the first to report the alleged crime.

Both Assault and Battery are very serious charges in Virginia, carrying the possibility of significant jail time and high fines. A conviction could negatively impact your life, career, and future prospects of employment. If you are facing Assault charges, it is imperative that you hire an attorney with a proven track record of successfully representing clients with similar charges. At the ReBrook Law Office, we have a proven track record of defending clients charged with Assault & Battery.

The ReBrook Law Office will educate you in the legal process, help you craft a strong defense, and, if possible, negotiate a favorable plea agreement. If an agreement that you can live with cannot be reached, we will fight for your rights at trial.

If you are facing Assault charges in Virginia, The ReBrook Law Office can help you. Call 571.215.9006 today to set up a free, 30-minute consultation.

Larceny, Theft & Robbery

Larceny, also known as theft, is the act of taking another person’s property without their consent. A variety of criminal offenses are categorized as theft crimes. The penalty for such crimes depends on a number of factors, including: the value of the stolen property; any criminal record of the accused; the location where the property was stolen; and the manner in which the crime was carried out; i.e., violent of non-violent

If you are facing a theft-related charge, The ReBrook Law Office can help you. Depending on the nature of the charges and the evidence collected by the Prosecution, we will work with you to determine the right approach for your case that is most likely to lead to favorable outcome. In the event that the Prosecution is unwilling to negotiate a plea agreement that you can live with, we will fight for your rights at trial.

The ReBrook Law Office can provide experienced representation for a variety of theft-related offenses, including: shoplifting; larceny; grand larceny (including Grand Theft Auto); fraud; identity theft burglary; and armed robbery.

The ReBrook Law Office will educate you in the legal process, help you craft a strong defense, and, if possible, negotiate a favorable plea agreement. If an agreement that you can live with cannot be reached, we will fight for your rights at trial.

If you are facing theft charges in Virginia, The ReBrook Law Office can help you. Call 571.215.9006 today to set up a free, 30-minute consultation.