U nderstanding H ow the L aw V iews T hreats
threats are said in person, over the phone, or through written messages. If you find yourself in this situation or your ex is claiming that you are sending them threatening messages, you need to understand the laws that apply to threats. Under Virginia law, any person who knowingly threatens to kill or do bodily harm to an individual through written or electronic messaging can be found guilty of a Class 6 felony if the individual threatened feels afraid the threat
or harass their ex, the offending party could be found guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. Oftentimes, this situation will depend on what was said or how often one party is reaching out to the other. Multiple phone calls or text messages could be considered harassment even if there is no threat involved. If found guilty, the offending party could face up to one year in jail. If the person is using a computer or computer network with the intent to coerce, intimidate, or harass their ex, they could be found guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. While this is often much easier to prove than an in-person or telephone threat, it also comes with a jail sentence of up to one year if the offending party is found guilty. Threats should never be taken lightly. If you are being threatened by an ex or are accused of threatening your ex, you need to hire an experienced lawyer.
Relationships are often difficult and complicated, especially when they’re ending. They don’t always end amicably and the parties can often feel jilted, upset, and sometimes even afraid. Many wonder what they should do if they start to receive threatening messages from their ex. Depending on the circumstances, your ex may be breaking the law — whether the
will be carried out. This could happen if an ex-spouse threatens to kill or harm their former spouse or a member of their family through a text message or written letter. If they are found guilty, they could be sentenced to up to five years in prison.
If the threat is said over the phone or the radio with the intent to coerce, intimidate,
O ceanside A ctivities the E ntire F amily C an E njoy
The summer season is officially underway and many Americans are planning to take a trip to the beach to celebrate the occasion. If you’re going on a family vacation to the ocean for an extended period of time, you may be worried about keeping everyone entertained. That’s why we put together a list of some of our favorite oceanside activities to try this summer. Your summer vacation will be filled with fun and excitement after trying some of these great activities!
the water or on the beach. You can buy a net and set up a game of beach volleyball to get everyone involved, or you can try one of the many new beachside sports hitting the market like TidalBall, pickleball, and Spikeball. TidalBall is the beach version of cornhole so if you haven’t played it yet, you definitely want to check it out. Experience nature. The wildlife and environment of the beach are most likely drastically different from what you can experience back home, so make an effort to see all you can. At many beaches, you’ll be able to see dolphins, whales, and sea rays from the shore. You can also look in the sand for crabs and small crustaceans. By simply standing still and taking in all of the sights and sounds of the ocean, you’ll gain a greater appreciation for the surroundings. Ride the waves. You don’t need to be an experienced surfer to venture into the water on a board. Of course, you can take surfing lessons at many beaches, but you can also get in the water on a bodyboard for a thrilling experience. Additionally, you can rent kayaks or paddleboards if you want to be on the water, but not necessarily in it.
Get active. There’s nothing more relaxing than sitting on the beach and listening to the calm repetition of the waves, but maybe you want a little more excitement by the ocean. If that’s the case, there are plenty of sports to try. You can bring a football and throw it around in
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