Most people are well aware that drunk driving is illegal in Virginia and every other state, but they may not know the details of the law. For example, law enforcement can arrest you on suspicion of DUI if you have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of at least 0.08%....
Drunk Driving
Seven things to know about impaired driving (DUI) in Virginia
Most of us understand that driving under the influence is illegal. But what exactly does that mean to a Virginia driver who is arrested on suspicion of DUI? According to the Commonwealth's Department of Motor Vehicles, "Virginia is tough on drunk and drugged drivers."...
How a DUI may affect your custodial rights
After an officer charged you for allegedly drinking and driving, you worry about your child custody rights. You currently hold a visitation agreement with your ex-spouse, but if a judge suspends your license, how will you drive to visit your children? Fighting your...
Who is at risk for a drunk-driving crash?
Drunk driving is a serious threat to everyone on the roads in the United States. No matter how old the driver is, who is driving or where he or she is from, the reality is that getting behind the wheel while intoxicated puts lives at risk.It's because of the risks...
DUIs impact drivers from all walks of life: What you need to know
DUIs are clearly dangerous. Everyone is aware that drunk driving can kill, and most people know that driving when they're intoxicated makes them react more slowly and less likely to respond to hazards in the roadway. Despite that, people do still get behind the wheel...
How do multiple DUI convictions affect you in Virginia?
No one plans to go out drinking for a night and to end up in jail the next morning. DUIs often catch people by surprise, and sometimes, more than once.If you've previously been convicted of driving under the influence in Virginia, a second or subsequent violation of...
First-time offenders face ignition interlock device in Virginia
Virginia's first-time DUI offender laws are strict; they're much stricter than other states in some ways. For instance, did you know that if you have a first-offense DUI, you'll have to pay to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed into your vehicle? That...
Drunk driving: Sobriety checkpoints on high alert
Sobriety checkpoints are fairly common around the holidays, and this Christmas and New Year's period is no different. A Dec. 22 report states that Virginia will have several checkpoints across the state thanks to the Checkpoint Strikeforce campaign. So far in...
Yes, you can challenge a Breathalyzer and win in court
If you've been accused of driving while intoxicated, one of the first things that you'll be asked to do is to submit to a breath test. Using a Breathalyzer, the officer will take a sample of your breath to determine your current level of intoxication. The breath test...
A DUI leads to harsh penalties and lasting consquences
If you've been accused of driving a car after you've had too much to drink, then you know you're at risk of a DUI conviction. A DUI or DWI are essentially the same thing. They are either driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated. Both may result in...
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