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Brian M. Latuga

Brian M. Latuga

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  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ...
  • Virginia
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Biography

Brian M. Latuga dedicates his practice to Criminal Defense in State and Federal courts. He is a skilled trial attorney, a 2nd Amendment advocate, and is well-versed in a variety of fields. Brian fights for your freedom to return you to your family, to your children, and your job. He handles all serious felony and misdemeanor cases including Domestic Violence, White Collar, Violent, Sexual Crimes and those involving Juvenile Law matters. He will provide experienced and knowledgeable representation in related civil litigation and forfeiture matters. He is especially passionate about defending caregivers accused of "Shaken Baby" or child abuse.

Brian became a Police Officer in 2005 and served with both the Virginia Beach Police Department’s Third Police Precinct and its Traffic Safety Unit. During his policing career Brian made hundreds of criminal arrests, conducted well over 400 DUI investigations and issued thousands of summonses. He is certified and proficient in RADAR, LIDAR, Commercial Motor Vehicle Weighing, the Alco-Sensor FST (the Preliminary Breath Test), Advanced Crash Investigations, Interview and Interrogation Techniques, and Advanced SWAT. He was a licensed operator of the current DUI breath alcohol instrument for over six years. Brian has a thorough working knowledge of police training, certifications, tactics, procedures and the intricacies of criminal law.

Brian is also a former Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney with the City of Virginia Beach. In both judge and jury trials Brian has litigated nearly all crimes, including Involuntary and Voluntary Manslaughter, Assault and Battery- Law Enforcement, Larceny, Burglary, Robbery, Malicious and Aggravated Malicious Wounding, Rape, Robbery, DUI-Manslaughter, DUI-Maiming and Murder.

Brian graduated 2nd in his class from Regent University Law School - summa cum laude. As a former EMT-Intermediate, VBPD Officer, and Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Brian will exceed your expectations.

Education
Regent University School of Law
J.D. (2013) | Law
Honors: summa cum laude
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James Madison University
B.S. (2004) | Chemistry
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Professional Experience
Partner
Wolcott Rivers Gates
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Real Estate Agent
Hamilton's Realty
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Senior Assistant Commonwealth Attorney
Virginia Beach Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney
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Police Officer
Virginia Beach Police Department
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EMT- Intermediate, Deputy Chief
Harrisonburg Rescue Squad
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PADI Divemaster
Dive Connections
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Police Officer
Harrisonburg Police Department
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EMT- Intermediate (Medic)
Lifeline Ambulance Service
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Publications
Speaking Engagements
Hotel Safety, Security and Liability, Virginia Beach Hotel Association Annual Meeting
DUI Bootcamp, Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association - CLE
Legal Aspects of DUI-Related License Revocations, Mid-Atlantic DUI Conference
The Successful DUI- First Observation to Prosecution, Regent University Police In-Service Training
Social Media, Electronic Communications & Info Storage, DUI Panel Discussion
Certifications
NSS-CDS Cave Diver Certification
PADI Divemaster Certification
Awards
10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo
Client Reviewed 5.0/5.0 (128 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Virginia Beach
Three Best Rated
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
2018-2022
Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia
Coastal Virginia Magazine
2017-2022
Legal Elite - Criminal Law
Virginia Business Magazine
2020-2022
Readers' Choice Award
Virginia Pilot
Top Contributor Award
Avvo
Professional Associations
Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association
Member
Current
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Virginia Beach Bar Association
Member
Current
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Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Current
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Virginia State Bar  # 86300
Member
- Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Virginia
Virginia State Bar
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4th Circuit
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U.S. District Court Eastern & Western Districts of Virginia
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    On personal Injury and select civil lawsuits only
Practice Areas
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    DUI & DWI
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
    Traffic Tickets
    Suspended License
    Juvenile Law
    White Collar Crime
    Cannabis & Marijuana Law
    Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
    Animal & Dog Law
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. Can someone use a voice recording as evidence in Va without the other person knowing they are being recorded
A: I’m criminal cases, generally yes. In other types of cases- divorce- generally, no.
Q. I have a protective order against me. I need to know my legal rights as we live in the same house
A: If there are no exceptions, then you likely must leave the house and have no contact. Your lawyer should be able to read the order and explain it to you. You may be able to have it modified pre-hearing if the petitioner is willing.
Q. If I am to challenge the lawfulness of an arrest in Virginia, is this done during the jury trial or before trial?
A: If it is a challenge to reasonable suspicion, probable cause, or other constitutional challenge then that is a pretrial motion under the statute you cited.
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Brian Latuga Firm Profile
Website
Wolcott Rivers Gates Website
Blog
Wolcott Rivers Gates Blog
Contact & Map
Wolcott Rivers Gates
200 Bendix Road
Suite 300
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Telephone: (757) 687-3657
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed (Today)