A DUI conviction can have a significant impact on your professional licensure or employment in Virginia. An employer may be unwilling to hire or maintain the employment of a person with a criminal conviction. If driving is a part of your job, this can affect your ability to do the job. It can also affect…
A breathalyzer test is often the most powerful evidence that a prosecutor has in a Virginia DUI case. The breath test helps determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). There are two breathalyzer tests, one conducted at the roadside traffic stop and an official one back at the police station. Virginia law requires drivers to take…
Many people charged with or convicted of a DUI in Virginia will have to install an ignition interlock device. The ignition interlock program sets forth rules, regulations, and penalties related to the use of these devices. An ignition interlock device prevents intoxicated drivers from starting their motor vehicle. It can also provide reports to probation…
If you face Virginia DUI charges, you are likely wondering what you face at sentencing. Will there be jail time? How much will I pay in fines? What will my probation conditions be? Answers to these questions depend on your unique case, DUI history, and more. A Virginia DUI/DWI attorney can explain what you face…
You can be charged with a Virginia DUI if you are under the influence of prescription drugs. Whether the prescription drugs are legally prescribed to you may impact your case, but it does not change the fact that you could face DUI charges. Drivers are expected to avoid driving when under the influence of drugs…
You need to have a lawyer to defend your case in Virginia. While you are legally allowed to represent yourself, it is never advisable to do so. A DUI can carry incredibly serious penalties, including the loss of your driver’s license, high fines, and even potential jail time. Lawyers understand the complex legal defenses that…
Do you face DUI charges in Virginia? If so, you likely have a lot of questions. You likely wonder about the potential penalties, the impacts on your criminal record, and even the costs of a DUI. Many people ask: What is the most a DUI can cost? There is no definitive answer to this question,…
Facing DUI charges in Virginia can be a scary thing to deal with. You face potential jail time, high fines, the loss of your driver’s license, and several other big penalties. You need the help of an experienced Virginia DUI defense attorney to ensure your rights are protected. You may be wondering though: how much…
DUI law and its impacts continue to change. The number of arrests and convictions continues to climb, especially as a result of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. Our Manassas criminal defense lawyers at Battlefield Law Group PLLC analyze 2024 trends in DUI arrests and convictions for Manassas Virginia to learn how to…
Drunk driving laws in Virginia continue to change. The legislature simply cannot seem to leave them alone. Even with these new changes, you could still face very serious penalties for a conviction. You could suffer high fines, jail time, loss of your driver’s license, and other significant penalties. A strong DUI defense may help prevent…
