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George pleaded guilty to his fourth DWI in 10 years, assault on a police officer and driving on a revoked license. Loudoun Circuit Court Judge James Chamblin imposed the four-year sentence.
A DWI offense is a very serious crime.
The SRIS Law Group Virginia DWI attorneys can defend you against any type of DWI charge.
Our Virginia DWI lawyers have the experience to defend you against any type of DWI charge.
Contact a SRIS Law Group Virginia DWI lawyer in Virginia.
Defendant charged with DWI under 36 C.F.R. § 4.23(a)(1)
Defendant charged with DWI under 36 C.F.R. § 4.23(a)(1) had no Sixth Amendment right to jury trial because § 4.23(a)(1) was petty offense, that defendant would have been subjected to additional penalties if he had been charged under Virginia’s recidivism statutes was irrelevant, and possible aggregation of penalties did not render offense serious.
A DWI offense is a very serious crime.
The SRIS Law Group Virginia DWI attorneys can defend you against any type of DWI charge.
Our Virginia DWI lawyers have the experience to defend you against any type of DWI charge.
Contact a SRIS Law Group Virginia DWI lawyer in Virginia.
Plaintiff’s 30-day period of administrative license revocation
Where plaintiff’s 30-day period of administrative license revocation did not constitute a criminal punishment, his later prosecution on the charges of driving while impaired was not enjoined due to the Double Jeopardy Clause of the Fifth Amendment.
A DWI offense is a very serious crime.
The SRIS Law Group Maryland DWI attorneys can defend you against any type of DWI charge.
Our Maryland DWI lawyers have the experience to defend you against any type of DWI charge.
Contact a SRIS Law Group Maryland DWI lawyer in Maryland.
VIRGINIA TRAFFIC & DWI / DUI DEFENSE ATTORNEYS
Virginia traffic lawyers of SRIS, P.C. defend DUI & DWI (drunk driving) law & traffic law cases.
SRIS, P.C. has a number of excellent Virginia traffic attorneys and Virginia DUI attorneys & Virginia DWI lawyers in its offices in Fairfax, Lynchburg, Manassas, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm’s Virginia traffic attorneys represent clients who are charged with Virginia DUI (Driving under the influence), Virginia DWI (Driving while impaired) offenses. (See also VA Code 18.2-266 ). It is important to retain a SRIS, P.C. Virginia DUI attorney, Virginia DWI lawyer or Virginia traffic attorney as soon as possible if you are charged with a Virginia moving violation or Virginia DUI. In addition to fines, your driver’s license may be revoked or suspended in the state of Virginia. Also, depending on your BAC, you may face mandatory jail time in Virginia if convicted of a Virginia DUI or Virginia DWI. If you wish to consult a SRIS, P.C. Virginia DUI attorney or Virginia traffic lawyer, please simply contact us via e-mail, phone, or by filling out our on-line form. A Virginia DUI lawyer or Virginia traffic attorney of SRIS, P.C. will gladly consult with you regarding your Virginia DUI or Virginia traffic ticket.
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A conviction of Virginia DUI charges or Virginia moving violation may also cause your insurance company to increase your rates to an unmanageable level.
Due to the fact that there are many different types of Virginia traffic violations in addition to DUI in Virginia, we have provided additional information about the following types of Virginia traffic offenses: Virginia traffic violations, Virginia speeding tickets, Virginia reckless driving & Virginia driving on a suspended or revoked license. We hope this information will provide you greater guidance in your quest for information and defense of Virginia moving violations.
To obtain a general overview of DUI/DWI defense, please click here.
Virginia DUI/DWI Commonly Asked Questions.
The following are some of the questions; the clients of SRIS, P.C. ask us when they have been charged with a Virginia DUI/DWI offense.
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This is my first DUI charge in Virginia. What is the law in Virginia regarding a first offense DUI?
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Is there anything else that is going to happen to me if I get convicted of a DUI in Virginia for the first time?
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Will I lose my license if I am convicted of 1st offense DUI in Virginia?
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I blew a .08 at the police station. What does this mean in Virginia?
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Is the law tougher on those who have a BAC higher than a .08 in Virginia?
- Is there any good news regarding the revocation of my license in Virginia for a DUI/DWI? How am I going to get to work in Virginia?
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What can I do with a restricted license in Virginia?
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What does the implied consent test mean in Virginia?
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If I am under the age 21, can I still be charged and convicted of a DUI in Virginia, even if my BAC was not a .08?
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I have a CDL and I operate a commercial vehicle. Are the laws different for those who have a CDL in Virginia?
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What will a conviction for a Virginia DUI/DWI do to my automobile insurance rates?
- What if I am convicted of DUI/DWI related injury in Virginia?
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Why do I need a SRIS, P.C. Virginia DUI – DWI lawyer or Virginia traffic lawyer?
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This is my first DUI charge in Virginia. What is the law in Virginia regarding a first offense DUI? (top)
A conviction for a DUI/DWI offense in Virginia is a class 1 misdemeanor.
What is a class one misdemeanor mean?
A class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia is punishable by up to one year in jail and/or up to $2500 in fines.
Is there anything else that is going to happen to me if I get convicted of a DUI in Virginia for the first time? (top)
Like most states, Virginia requires all individuals who have been convicted of a DUI to enter in and successfully complete an Alcohol Safety Action Program (Commonly referred to as ASAP.
Will I lose my license if I am convicted of 1st offense DUI in Virginia? (top)
Yes, if you have been convicted of a first offense DUI in Virginia, then the law requires that you license to drive in Virginia be revoked for a period of one year.
I blew a .08 BAC at the police station. What does this mean in Virginia? (top)
In Virginia, if you blow into the Intoxilyzer 5000 and your blood alcohol content (BAC) is a .08 or higher, the presumption is that you are DUI/DWI. If your BAC is .08 or higher, you automatically have your license suspended for seven days. Please keep in mind that this is separate and apart from the 1 year loss of your license to drive in Virginia for one year. However, it the Commonwealth of Virginia’s burden to prove that if you are charged with refusal in Virginia, that your refusal was unreasonable.
Is the law tougher on those who have a BAC higher than a .08 in Virginia? (top)
A BAC of .15 or higher does have mandatory penalties even for first time DUI/DWI offenders in Virginia. Please see the chart to see a comprehensive list of penalties for those who are convicted of have a BAC of .15 or higher in Virginia.
Is there any good news regarding the revocation of my license in Virginia for a DUI/DWI? How am I going to get to work? (top)
The law does give the Court authority to grant a person who is convicted of a first offense DUI/DWI in Virginia to get a restricted license.
What can I do with a restricted license in Virginia? (top)
The following are the different things a person with a restricted license for a DUI/DWI can do in Virginia:
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Driving to and from VASAP (Alcohol Safety Action Program)
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Driving to and from work
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Driving during work hours if it is necessary for your job. (You will have to show proof that you are driving for work purposes if you are stopped during your working hours.
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Driving to and from school
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Driving to and from medical treatment
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Driving to and from the daycare if you have children.
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Driving to and from the other parent’s house if you have court ordered visitation.
What does the implied consent test mean? (top)
By Virginia law, if you drive or operate a motor vehicle upon the public highways of Virginia, you have automatically agreed to take a chemical test by virtue of you getting behind the wheel. The test is mandatory, not optional. Failure to take the test will result in your license being immediately suspended for seven days. You will also be charged with refusal to take a breath test. If you are convicted of a refusal in Virginia, then you will lose your license for one year and you are not eligible for a restricted license. That means no driving, no matter what.
If I am under the age 21, can I still be charged and convicted of a DUI in Virginia, even if my BAC was not a .08? (top)
If you convicted of a Virginia DUI/DWI and you are under 21, your BAC will determine what the penalty will be. If your BAC 0.02 or higher but less than 0.08, you can be fined up to $500 and have your driver’s license suspended for six months. To learn more, please read about the DUI/DWI laws and underage possession of alcohol in Virginia. However, if your BAC is .08 or higher, then your penalties will be the same as a driver over 21.
I have a CDL and I operate a commercial vehicle. Are the laws in Virginia different for those who have a CDL? (top)
A number of our clients are commercial vehicle drivers such as truck drivers, heavy equipment operators, etc who have been charged with a Virginia DUI/DWI. Therefore, we recognize that some of our clients are faced with the daunting prospect of loosing their job if they are convicted of a Virginia DUI/DWI. The Virginia DUI laws regarding a Virginia DUI/DWI for those who possess a CDL is that there is a mandatory loss of the CDL if your BAC is.04 or higher at the time of the person operating a commercial motor vehicle. The Virginia DUI law is even more severe if the commercial vehicle operator was transporting hazardous materials at the time of the stop by the police officer. This will cause the person possessing the CDL to lose their license for three years. Again, a refusal of a blood or breath test in Virginia will result in a one year loss of the person’s CDL.
Lastly, a lot of our clients ask us what will a conviction in Virginia for a DUI/DWI do to their automobile insurance rates? (top)
If you are convicted of a DUI/DWI in Virginia, your insurance rates will definitely go up. Car insurance companies require those who have been convicted of a DUI/DWI in Virginia to get a special type of high risk insurance called an SR-22. This is a very expensive insurance policy. If you do not get this insurance policy, your insurance company will most likely drop your insured status. If you are stopped and the officer finds out you do not have car insurance, then you will be charged with a separate offense.
What if I am convicted of DUI/DWI related injury in Virginia? (top)
If you are convicted of a DUI/DWI and another person was hurt as a result of you driving under the influence, the penalties are significantly higher. You are strongly urged to consult with a Virginia DUI/DWI defense lawyer.
To learn more about the laws pertaining to DUI/DWI/OUI laws in Maryland or Massachusetts, please click on the state.
Why do I need a SRIS, P.C. Virginia DUI – DWI lawyer? (top)
The media often makes it seem as if a DUI or DWI charge in Virginia are no-win situations. Because of this, many people unwittingly face a criminal system armed with unlimited resources to convict violators. However, the Virginia DUI – DWI lawyers of SRIS, P.C. have proven time and time again, it IS possible to defend drunk driving (DUI) charges AND to avoid DUI convictions.
Please click on Virginia DUI & DWI to view some of the different Virginia DUI & DWI laws and penalties.
The Virginia DUI – DWI law attorneys of SRIS, P.C. can advise you as to whether you were stopped without proper authority, subjected to fallible sobriety tests, or arrested because of inaccurate intoxilizer readings. Unfortunately, none of this matters if you do not consult a SRIS, P.C. Virginia DUI – DWI law defense attorney to challenge the prosecutor’s case.
DUI offenses in Virginia result in six points on your driving record and stay on your record for eleven (11) years with the exception of the underage DUI which stays on your record for three (3) years. The following are the different driving under the under the influence offenses in Virginia:
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Driving while intoxicated – (DWI)
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs – (DUI)
- Driving under the influence of drugs – (DUID)
- Driving after illegally consuming alcohol (persons under age 21) – Baby DUI
- Driving while intoxicated – maiming – (DWI)
- Involuntary manslaughter/alcohol
- Refusing blood/breath test
- Driving while your license is suspended or revoked for driving while intoxicated (DOS/DWI)
- Driving while your license is revoked for driving while intoxicated – maiming
- Driving while your license is revoked for driving while intoxicated – involuntary manslaughter
We have Virginia DUI & Virginia traffic attorneys and offices located in Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Lynchburg, Manassas, Richmond & Virginia Beach but our Virginia DUI & traffic lawyers provide legal representation to clients charged with DUI/DWI all throughout Virginia.
Our Virginia DUI – DWI lawyers and staff speak various languages, including English, Tamil, Spanish, Arabic, French, Hindi, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Telugu.
When you hire a SRIS, P.C. Virginia traffic defense lawyer or Virginia DUI lawyer, you receive the experience and backing of a law firm that has a statewide presence throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our Virginia traffic defense lawyers & Virginia DUI attorneys also regularly defend clients who have been charged with serious traffic ticket violations. The Virginia traffic attorneys & Virginia DUI lawyers at the Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. are well known for the quality of representation their clients receive when they are called upon to defend traffic charges such as reckless driving, driving on suspended or revoked license, aggressive driving, speeding, etc. If you wish to learn more about these serious traffic violations in Virginia, please visit our informational pages regarding reckless driving , driving on suspended, aggressive driving and speeding offenses. Please keep in mind that a conviction for a Virginia moving traffic violation will result in points on your driving record and it also has the potential to significantly increase your auto insurance premiums. Additionally, most of the serious traffic charges in Virginia have an additional bite of either a suspension of your driving privilege or actual jail time or both depending on the severity of the traffic offense. Therefore, it is very important to defend even a first time Virginia traffic ticket summons. Do not take a Virginia uniform summons lightly. Call us today for a consultation with a Virginia traffic defense lawyer who understands the importance of defending you and not take your case lightly.
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VIRGINIA DUI DEFENSE, MARYLAND DUI & MARYLAND DWI DEFENSE, MASSACHUSETTS OUI & MASSACHUSETTS DUI DEFENSE LAWYER
Licensed in Virginia, Maryland, D.C. & Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, Maryland & Virginia, operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol or other drugs may result in being charged with drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol, drunk driving, drinking and driving is commonly referred to as a DUI or DWI. OWI is operating while intoxicated. Depending on the state you have been charged in, the charging document may refer to the charge as a DUI, DWI or OUI. Another type of offense is a DUID. DUID is driving under the influence of drug(s) or a combination of alcohol and drugs. Regardless of whether you have been charged with a DUI, DWI, OWI or DUID, the penalties are very serious in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. The penalties you receive from the court is only the beginning. You stand to loose your job, pay an exorbitant rate for car insurance, loose your ability to drive either completely or have your driving privileges extremely restricted. The courts have had a lot of pressure put on them lately to not give any kind of break to those charged with an offense where alcohol and driving are involved. These laws apply not only to automobiles, but also to boats and aircraft as well.
The Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. has offices in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts to better serve you.
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Our offices in Virginia are in Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Lynchburg, Manassas, Richmond & Virginia Beach.
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Our offices in Maryland are located in Rockville & Baltimore.
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Our office in Massachusetts is in Boston.
If you wish to consult with one of our DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID attorneys in Virginia, Maryland or Massachusetts, please free to call us, email or contact us via our on line form.
Please click on the state if you wish to see some of the drunk driving laws in:
The attorneys of SRIS, P.C. have pooled their combined knowledge answer some frequently asked questions about DUI/DWI/OUI & DWID.
When the laws against drunk driving were originally passed in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts, a person was convicted based on a variety of factors such as driving symptoms, field sobriety tests. The drunk driving laws have evolved considerably and now the standard for determining if a person is driving under the influence is a lot more objective in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. The drunk driving statutes in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts today call for a variety of standardized tests and scientific test to determine if the person who is charged with a DUI had a blood alcohol content over the legal limit. The three main factors the Virginia courts, Maryland courts & Massachusetts courts use to determine whether a person is guilty of a DUI is the officer’s observations of the accused at the time of offense, field sobriety tests (FSTs) and the intoxilyzer. The current model is the Intoxilyzer 5000. The Intoxilyzer is used to determine a person blood alcohol content (BAC). Through out the entire United States, a BAC of .08% or higher is deemed to be an illegal if driving.
Drinking while driving is illegal in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. However, it is only illegal to drive after drinking if your BAC is higher than the legal limit.
If you are under the age of 21 and you drink and drive, even a BAC as low as .02% is enough to convict someone of drinking and driving. The blood-alcohol limit for aircraft pilots is 0.04%, and for commercial drivers 0.04% or 0.05%, depending upon the jurisdiction.
FAQ’s on DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID laws and defense.
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Is DUI / DWI Really Such A Big Problem?
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Is All Liquor The Same, Or Are Some “Safer” To Drink Than Others?
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What Exactly Is “Blood Alcohol Content?”
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What Is A “Breath Analyzer Test?”
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If Stopped By Police, Do I Have To Take A Breath Analyzer Test?
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Can I Be Charged With DUI / DWI For Driving After Taking Drugs?
- I Have More Than One DUI / DWI Conviction – What Will Happen?
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Are There “Alternative” Penalties Given For DUI / DWI?
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Should I get an attorney if I’ve been charged with DUI / DWI?
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Possible penalties of a DUI.
At SRIS, P.C., we have some of the most qualified and talented DUI attorneys in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. Our job is to protect your rights. Also, any and all conversations you have with our legal staff are always held in the strictest of confidence. If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please make an appointment with one of our DUI defense attorneys in Virginia, Maryland or Massachusetts. Don’t wait until it’s too late to mount a defense. DWI’s and DUI’s are nothing to fool around with. Get the best legal advice you can.
If you wish to learn more about DUI laws in Virginia, DUI laws in Maryland or DUI laws Massachusetts, please feel free to read our newsletter about about DUI or our primer on drunk driving .
The Massachusetts, Maryland & Virginia DUI lawyers of SRIS, P.C. are ready to assist you if you have been charged with a DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID offense. Please feel free to call us, email or contact us via our on line form.
The Massachusetts, Maryland & Virginia DUI defense attorneys and staff of SRIS, P.C. speak the following languages in addition to English: Tamil, French, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Telugu, Cantonese, Mandarin & Malaysian.
Our attorneys who defend DUI cases are licensed to handle DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID cases in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania & Massachusetts, however our lawyers DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID cases only in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts at the present time
Please click on attorneys to learn more about the drunk driving defense lawyers who assist clients charged with a DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID offense in Virginia, Maryland or Massachusetts.
DWI IN VIRGINIA
Can I be charged with driving while impaired (DWI) in Virginia?
Yes, you can be charged with a DWI in Virginia if you are stopped on federal lands in Virginia. In Virginia, the phrase DUI in Virginia & DWI in Virginia mean the same thing since the drunk driving laws in Virginia do not distinguish between a DUI in Virginia & a DWI in Virginia.
Only on federal lands in Virginia there is a distinction between a DUI & a DWI in Virginia. For example, if you are stopped on the George Washington Parkway (GW Pkwy) or the Blue Ridge Parkway, you can be charged with a DUI & a DWI in Virginia.
If you have been charged with a DWI in Virginia or a DUI in Virginia, contact the SRIS Law Group Virginia attorneys for help. Our Virginia DWI Lawyers have defended many clients charged with a DWI in Virginia.
Contact us 888-437-7747 to speak with us today.
