Over 50 Years Of Criminal Defense Experience And High-Quality Representation

Last updated on August 28, 2026

At The Law Office of Cosby & Calhoun, we dedicate our entire practice to defending people just like you facing serious criminal charges. In every case we handle, we are committed to seeking dismissals or reduced charges, winning acquittals and otherwise minimizing the possibly life-altering consequences that come with a conviction.

Our attorneys, Charles C. Cosby Jr. and Kevin E. Calhoun, are here to provide high-quality representation that protects your rights, addresses your concerns and yields the best possible result for you. Based in Richmond, they represent clients throughout Central Virginia and have appeared before courts in more than 60 jurisdictions throughout the state.

Richmond Criminal Defense Attorneys

We offer experienced defense against a wide range of serious criminal charges, including:

• Drug crimes: Manufacturing, conspiracies to distribute, distributing, trafficking and possession with intent to sell, possession
• Property offenses: Damaging, stealing money or property, breaking and entering
• Serious traffic offenses: Vehicular homicide such as involuntary manslaughter, hit-and-run, eluding the police, reckless driving and habitual offender
• Sex offenses: Sex-related crimes like rape, statutory rape, aggravated sexual battery and sexual battery, child molestation, sodomy and internet sex offenses
• Juvenile offenses: All manner of offenses, including alcohol-related crimes, drug offenses, property crimes, crimes of violence and more
• Violent crimes: Firearms offenses, aggravated assault, robbery, abduction, riots, manslaughter, murder
• White collar charges: Theft by false pretenses, embezzlement, fraud, forgery, uttering, identity theft, credit card theft, worthless check, bank fraud
• Criminal appeals: Appellate representation if you received a conviction and need to challenge it
• Felony/misdemeanor DUI: Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, license suspension, license revocation

Mr. Cosby formerly worked as a prosecutor. His experience on the other side of the courtroom gives him valuable insights into how the prosecution presents different types of cases, allowing him to plan his approach proactively around their tactics. His appearances in a variety of jurisdictions give him the knowledge to handle criminal cases effectively.

What Should You Do If You Are Charged With A Crime In Richmond, Virginia?

If you are charged with a crime in Richmond or anywhere else in Virginia, there are two actions that you should take as quickly as possible:

• Call an attorney: Reach out to our team to begin your defense. We have the experience and understanding of criminal law and procedure in Virginia that can make a real difference for your case and protect your rights.

• Assert your right to remain silent: It’s not enough not to talk to the police or investigators; you must actively and repeatedly exercise this right, as police can interpret simple silence as a yes to the answers of their questions.

The bottom line is: if you’re facing criminal charges, you need to exercise your rights as early as you can to protect yourself. Once you’ve done that and have Mr. Cosby on your side, he can take your defense as far as is needed.

What Are The Consequences Of A Criminal Conviction In Virginia?

The consequences of a criminal conviction in Virginia ultimately depend on the exact criminal charge. Typically, you can expect short-term consequences, such as:

• Fines
• Loss of privileges, such as your driver’s license and the right to possess firearms
• Reputational loss in the community

But there are also potential long-term consequences:

• Extended jail time
• Inclusion on the sex offenders list for sex crime violations
• Criminal record impacts that can hurt job prospects

A criminal conviction is a global upending of your day-to-day life and can be one of the hardest things to overcome on your own.

Why Hire A Richmond Criminal Defense Lawyer From The Law Office of Cosby & Calhoun?

The simplest reason to turn to our firm for your criminal defense is experience. Attorney Cosby understands the law, the courts, the local systems, the police force and all the procedural elements of your case. A person without that experience may be perfectly capable of grasping the letter of the law, but it’s the day-in-day-out insight of how to apply the law and build a defense that makes an attorney so worth it.

You may understand what your rights are and why they matter, but applying them in your defense and building a compelling argument to sway judges and juries is a skill you do not want to learn on the fly. It can be hard to put your legal fate in someone else’s hands, but it can also provide you with relief to know that you have help and you can count on someone to advocate for you.

Schedule Your Consultation With A Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

Call us today at 804-780-0311 or send us an email to schedule a consultation to discuss your case.