DUI and DWI Defense
Attorney Serving
Southwest Virginia
Skilled Representation from The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke, VA
Are you looking for a DUI and DWI defense attorney serving Southwest Virginia? Get skilled representation from The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke, VA. Like some states in America, DUI and DWI laws in Virginia are very strict. The penalties for driving under the influence can be very steep.
Penalties exist for drug and alcohol-related crimes like underage drinking, having alcohol on school property, and buying an adolescent alcohol. Having an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle can carry harsh penalties as well. If law enforcement charges you with a DUI, hiring a skilled DUI and DWI defense attorney is the first step. Contact The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC today at (540) 904-0985 or contact us online for a consultation and skilled representation.
DUI Fines & Penalties in Virginia
Penalties for DUIs can vary, depending on aspects such as age, blood alcohol content (BAC), and number of previous offenses. The legal limit when it comes to blood alcohol level in the state of Virginia are as follows:
- 21 or Older: 0.08%
- Commercial Drivers: 0.04%
- Under 21: 0.02%
Law enforcement may charge you as impaired while driving through a series of field sobriety, blood, urine, or breathalyzer tests. With conviction, you may face penalties such as license suspension, fines, court-ordered restitution, and even jail time. Virginia statutes regarding driving under the influence are as follows:
> First Offense
- Automatic seven-day license suspension
- Fine of $250 to $300
- One-year license revocation
- Court-ordered restitution
- Completion of Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP)
- Ignition interlock device
- Restriction of driver’s license
- Criminal record
> Second Offense
- Automatic seven-day license suspension
- Fine of $250 to $300
- One-year license revocation
- Court-ordered restitution
- Completion of Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP)
- Ignition interlock device
- Restriction of driver’s license
- Criminal record
> Third Offense
- License suspension until trial
- Six months in jail if within five years of second offense
- Ninety days in jail if within ten years of second offense
- License revocation
- Fine of $1,000 or more
- Court-ordered restitution
- Completion of Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP)
- Ignition interlock device
- Restriction of driver’s license
- Felony charge
> Fourth Offense
- License suspension until trial
- Fine of $1,000
- Court-ordered restitution
- License revocation
- One or more years in jail
- Completion of Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP)
- Ignition interlock device
- Restriction of driver’s license
- Felony charge
> Extremely High BAC of at least 0.15%:
- First offense: additional five days in jail
- Second offense: additional ten days in jail if within ten years of first offense
> Extremely High BAC Higher than 0.20%
- First offense: ten days in jail
- Second offense: $500 fine and 20 days in jail if within ten years of the first offense
> DUI Penalties for Drivers Under 21
- License suspension
- Fine of $500 or more, or 50 hours of community service
- Completion of Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP)
- Restricted driver’s license
Defense for Those with a DUI Who Wish to Reinstate Their License
After a DUI or DWI, you may wish to attempt to reinstate your driver’s license. You have less than five days to hire a lawyer to represent you. If your DUI / DWI occurred on any of these area roads in Southwest Virginia, call today for top defense to protect your rights:
- US Route 460
- US Route 11
- US Route 220
- US Route 419
- I-81
- I-581
Call The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC for the region’s dedicated defense lawyer. Whether your traffic offenses also include speeding or reckless driving, securing adequate defense representation in a timely manner is crucial. Contact The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke to provide you with a DUI and DWI defense attorney.
