A criminal accusation in Lynchburg can affect every aspect of your life — your career, your family, your freedom, and your future. The attorneys at Strickland, Diviney & Segura have defended clients in Lynchburg’s courts for decades, earning a reputation for skilled, tenacious advocacy across the full spectrum of criminal charges. Whether you face a misdemeanor or a serious felony, we provide the representation you deserve.
Lynchburg’s Criminal Court Landscape
Criminal proceedings in Lynchburg begin at the Lynchburg General District Court on Court Street, where misdemeanor trials and preliminary felony hearings are held. Felony cases proceed to the Lynchburg Circuit Court in the same building, where jury trials take place before judges familiar to our attorneys. We understand the practices of the Lynchburg Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and approach every case with that local knowledge working for our clients.
Criminal Defense Cases We Handle in Lynchburg
Our Lynchburg criminal defense practice covers DUI and DWI defense, drug charges (possession, distribution, and manufacturing), assault and battery, domestic violence allegations, sex offense charges, robbery and theft, firearms offenses, white-collar crimes, federal criminal defense, and expungement proceedings for eligible clients. We also defend Liberty University students and faculty facing criminal charges in Lynchburg and Campbell County.
Our Approach: Aggressive Defense, Meticulous Preparation
Attorney Correy Diviney has successfully represented clients in serious criminal matters at both the state and federal levels throughout Southwest and Central Virginia. Our firm’s approach is to investigate every fact, challenge every piece of questionable evidence, and force the prosecution to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. We do not accept guilty pleas without fully exhausting every viable defense strategy.
Serving All of the Greater Lynchburg Area
We represent criminal defense clients throughout Lynchburg City, Campbell County, Amherst County, Bedford County, and the communities of Madison Heights, Forest, Altavista, and Rustburg. No matter where in the region your charges arose, we can represent you in the appropriate courts.
Contact Our Lynchburg Criminal Defense Attorneys
If you or a family member has been charged with a crime in Lynchburg, do not wait. Call Strickland, Diviney & Segura at (540) 982-7787. Our Roanoke office is 55 miles from Lynchburg via US-460. Evening and weekend consultations are available for urgent situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What courts handle criminal cases in Lynchburg, Virginia?
Lynchburg is an independent city. Criminal matters are heard in the Lynchburg General District Court and Lynchburg Circuit Court at 900 Court St., Lynchburg, VA 24505. Misdemeanors and preliminary felony hearings are in General District; jury and bench trials for felonies are in Circuit Court.
Does Strickland, Diviney & Segura handle federal criminal cases from Lynchburg?
Yes. Federal criminal cases arising in the Lynchburg area fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia. Attorney Correy Diviney has federal court experience and can represent clients facing federal charges including drug trafficking, fraud, and firearms offenses.
What are the most common criminal charges in Lynchburg?
Our Lynchburg criminal defense practice most commonly involves DUI charges, drug possession and distribution, assault and battery, domestic violence, theft and larceny, firearm charges, and traffic-related offenses. The presence of Liberty University creates a student population that occasionally faces possession and alcohol-related charges.
Can charges be dropped before trial in Lynchburg?
Yes. Charges can be dismissed at the preliminary hearing stage if the Commonwealth cannot establish probable cause, or through pre-trial motions challenging evidence obtained in violation of the Fourth or Fifth Amendments. Plea negotiations can also result in reduced charges. We evaluate every option to secure the best possible outcome.
How far is your firm from Lynchburg?
Our Roanoke office is approximately 55 miles from downtown Lynchburg via US-460. We represent criminal defense clients throughout the Lynchburg metro and appear regularly at the Lynchburg Circuit Court. Distance is never a barrier to quality representation from our firm.
