In addition to the jail time and driver’s license suspension you face for a Virginia DUI charge, you also face the potential for very high fines. These fines increase based on the number of prior DUI/DWI charges you have or the unique facts of your case. Understanding these fines and the many hidden costs of…
A driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) conviction is serious and can affect your criminal record forever. Under Virginia law, you can be charged for driving while drunk or under the influence of drugs. This conviction can never be removed from your criminal record, but there is a time limit on…
Following your first DUI arrest, you are likely frightened and have many questions. One of those questions is: “Am I going to get jail time for my first DUI offense in Virginia?” This is a common question, and an intelligent one to ask. For most standard DUIs, a first-time conviction will not lead to a…
Were you recently arrested and charged with driving under the influence in Virginia? If so, you may be wondering what you can do to defend yourself, or even how to get the case dismissed. You have the right to defend yourself from these charges and even seek dismissal of them in the right circumstances. Our…
A Virginia DUI can carry significant penalties. These could include the loss of your driver’s license, high fines, and even jail time. These can affect your life in unforeseen ways and cause significant difficulties. It is crucial that you know what to expect if you are convicted of a Virginia DUI. Our Manassas DUI lawyers…
You may have heard of field sobriety tests, but you may not fully understand what role they play in your Virginia DUI/DWI case. A driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated charge is a serious accusation and requires proof that you were intoxicated. Law enforcement may use field sobriety tests to help establish whether…
