Tag Archives: Leesburg DUI Defense Lawyer
Virginia Drunk Driver Faces Involuntary Manslaughter Charges
A Virginia drunk driver smashed into another vehicle on Interstate 64, leading to the death of one person and injuries to several others, reported the Associated Press. The drunk driver faces criminal charges for involuntary manslaughter as a result of this incident. This automotive accident occurred in the evening of November 9th in Hampton,… Read More »
Underage Driver Faces DUI Charges in Lynchburg, Virginia
Law enforcement officers arrested and charged a 20-year-old woman for driving under the influence (DUI) in Lynchburg on Friday, reported NBC affiliate WSLS. This automotive accident occurred at approximately 3 a.m. on September 28th. At that time, the woman was driving near the intersection of Campbell and Georgia avenues. That is when she lost… Read More »
Repeat DUI Offenders and the Virginia Trauma Center Fund
Across the Commonwealth of Virginia, driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs can result in property damages, serious injury, and even death. When one person decides to drive under the influence, they put other people and property at risk. And if there is an accident, first responders spend valuable time and resources… Read More »
Analysis of 6 Alcohol-Related Laws in Virginia
While driving under the influence (DUI) charges may be common, they are certainly nothing to face without the help of a skilled attorney. And, of course, more than one type of DUI charge exists in Virginia; in fact, the following outlines six common DUI and alcohol-related laws enforced in the state. Open Containers Under… Read More »
Collecting Blood Samples for DUI Offenses in Virginia
When a person is arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Virginia, the authorities will collect a blood sample to determine the level of alcohol or drugs in that person’s bloodstream. If the blood sample test reveals the presence of alcohol or drugs, then that person may be legally intoxicated and subject to… Read More »
7 Costs of a DUI Conviction in Virginia
The Commonwealth of Virginia treats driving under the influence (DUI) offenses with the utmost seriousness. To deter drunk driving, Virginia imposes many fines and requirements on DUI offenders. After adding everything up, the entire process can be extremely costly. To gain a clear understanding of this topic, the following sections will explore seven different… Read More »
Virginia National Guardsman Takes Armored Vehicle on Intoxicated Joy Ride
A National Guardsman was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) after taking an armored vehicle on a 65-mile joy ride into downtown Richmond, reported the Richmond Times-Dispatch. The 29-year-old lieutenant in the Virginia Army National Guard stole M577 vehicle from a training exercise. This vehicle resembles a tank, but there are no weapons… Read More »
Alcohol Related Offenses in Virginia
There are many different kinds of alcohol related offenses in Virginia, though most of them focus on being intoxicated in public in some way. If you are charged with an alcohol related offense, you should contact a skilled criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to help defend you from the charges. DUI Driving… Read More »
Rising Blood Alcohol Content Defense to DUI
The Commonwealth of Virginia, like all other states, has a legal blood (or breath) alcohol content (BAC) limit of .08 for drivers. If you are found to be driving over the limit or your driving is impaired, no matter your BAC, you can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI). DUI is a… Read More »
Virginia DUI Basics
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, known as DUI, is a crime and can come with harsh penalties. While DUI is illegal in all states, each state has its own laws. This article looks at Virginia DUI laws and other important DUI-related information. Virginia Law For most drivers, it is illegal to… Read More »
