Michael C. Tillotson will fight you DUI Charge
Being arrested for a DWI in the State of Virginia is a serious offense that can have significant consequences if not handled properly. The Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson will help you fight you case. Please all today or fill out the form to your right for a free consultation.
What happens if I was arrested for DUI in Virginia?
Under Virginia Law, once you have been cited for violating the DUI Statute the state initiates two separate, yet simultaneous, actions against you. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles brings the administrative action against you while the Criminal Action is in direct response to the ticket that was issued.
The Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson will fight both sides of the case for you.
Virginia Administrative Hearing
In the State of Virginia, you only have ten days to file for an administrative hearing from the Department of Motor Vehicles. If you fail to request an administrative hearing within 10 days of the arrest day, you waive the right to your hearing. Contact the Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson within 10 days of your arrest date so they can file with the Department of Motor Vehicles and try and save your license.
DUI Penalties for First Time Offenders
(Please take important note that these are state statutes. With the help of Michael C. Tillotson you can reduce, or eliminate, possible fines, jail time, and save your drivers license).
Jail Time
Up to 1 year of imprisonment.
Monetary Fines
The minimum fine for a first time DUI is $250.00, up to $2,500.00.
Driving Privileges
A DUI conviction results in the suspension of driving privileges for up to 1 year.
Chemical Test Refusal
Refusing to submit to a test when requested by law enforcement will result in the suspension of driving privileges for 1 year.
Commercial Drivers
Commercial drivers are in violation of the DUI statute with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.04. A first time DUI conviction will result in the loss of the commercial driver’s license for 1 year, while any subsequent DUI offenses will result in a lifetime loss of the commercial license.
Virginia Subsequent DUI Offenses
If you have been charged with a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th offense, it is imperative that you contact the Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson. Penalties are increasingly more severe for any additional offenses and you must be aware of your rights and act now. |