In Orange County, sexual battery under Va. Code § 18.2-67.4 is a Class 1 misdemeanor carrying up to 12 months in jail and a $2,500 fine. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4 documented results in Orange County: 3 dismissed/not guilty, 1 reduced/amended. A Sexual Battery Lawyer Orange County from our firm can build your defense.
Under Virginia law, sexual battery is defined as the unwanted, non-consensual touching of another person’s intimate parts (including breasts, genitals, buttocks, or anus) through clothing or directly, when the act is committed with the intent to sexually gratify, abuse, or degrade. The statute is Va. Code § 18.2-67.4. Unlike rape or forcible sodomy, sexual battery does not require penetration — any unwanted sexual contact can form the basis of a charge. The prosecution must prove the touching was intentional and against the victim’s will, or that the victim was incapable of giving consent due to mental incapacity, physical helplessness, or age.
Last verified: April 2026 | Orange County General District Court | Va. Code § 18.2-67.4 (official Virginia General Assembly)
For the official statute governing sexual battery in Virginia, see Va. Code § 18.2-67.4 (official Virginia General Assembly). For court procedures and forms, visit the Orange County General District Court website.
Orange County General District Court handles all misdemeanor sexual battery trials. The Commonwealth’s Attorney for Orange County prosecutes these cases aggressively. First offender programs under Va. Code § 19.2-303.2 may be available — successful completion results in dismissal.
- Initial Appearance: You appear before the magistrate for bond setting. Personal recognizance is possible for first offenses.
- Arraignment: You enter a plea at Orange County GDC (110 N. Madison Road, Suite 300).
- Discovery: Your attorney reviews the Commonwealth’s evidence, including police reports and witness statements.
- Pre-Trial Motions: Your attorney files motions to suppress evidence or dismiss the charge.
- Trial or Plea: The case proceeds to bench trial in GDC or you negotiate a plea agreement.
- Appeal: If convicted, you have 10 days to appeal to Orange County Circuit Court for a jury trial.
In Orange County, sexual battery under Va. Code § 18.2-67.4 carries up to 12 months in jail and a $2,500 fine.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sexual Battery | Class 1 Misdemeanor | Up to 12 months | Up to $2,500 | None | Sex offender registration (if convicted of certain related offenses); permanent criminal record |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has achieved 4,739+ documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.” Our attorneys include former prosecutors who understand how the Commonwealth builds its cases.
Bryan Block, Defense Attorney at Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. — Licensed in VA. Former Virginia State Trooper (15 years). View Bryan Block’s Profile
Mr. Sris (Owner & CEO, Managing Attorney) also oversees all sex crimes cases. He is a former prosecutor and founded the firm in 1997. He is admitted to practice in VA, MD, DC, NJ, and NY.
In Orange County, SRIS has 4 documented results: 3 dismissed/not guilty, 1 reduced/amended — a 100% favorable outcome rate. Firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, SRIS has 4,739+ case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our Fairfax location is approximately 45 minutes from Orange County General District Court (110 N. Madison Road), accessible via Route 15, Route 20, Route 33, and Route 231. We serve clients in Orange and Gordonsville.
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Yes, sexual battery is a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia under Va. Code § 18.2-67.4, carrying up to 12 months in jail and a $2,500 fine.
No, sexual battery does not require penetration. Any unwanted touching of intimate parts through or directly on clothing can constitute sexual battery under Virginia law.
It depends. First offender programs under Va. Code § 19.2-303.2 may allow dismissal upon successful completion of conditions. Expungement is available for acquittals, dismissals, and nolle prosequi under § 19.2-392.2.
Yes, you have an absolute right to a jury trial in Orange County Circuit Court if you appeal a GDC conviction. The appeal must be filed within 10 days of the GDC judgment.
Yes, a conviction for sexual battery creates a permanent criminal record visible to employers, landlords, and licensing boards. It may also trigger sex offender registration requirements for related offenses.
Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.