DUI Lawyer - Nelson County, Virginia

If you have been arrested for a DWI in Nelson County, Virginia, please contact Michael C. Tillotson @ (757) 561-2661 for a fast and free consultation. Michael C. Tillotson is a dedicated Lawyer whose Law Firm focuses solely on DUI Defense, and practices throughout the entire state of Virginia.

(Remember, you only have 10 days, from the date of your arrest, to file for an administrative hearing to protect your driving privileges.)

Being arrested for DUI / DWI is a serious offense that can have major consequences, including jail time, loss of driving privileges, and monetary fines. Therefore, it is crucial that anyone facing a Virginia DUI understand what challenges they will encounter. Seeking the legal advice of a capable and skilled DUI defense attorney will help you understand all of your options and rights.

Endorsements:

• Nationally Certified Breath Test Operator
• NHTSA trained on field sobriety tests
• Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member of the National College for DUI Defense
• Member of Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• The American Trial Lawyers Association
• Awarded 2007 Top Trial Lawyers

Michael C. Tillotson can help with your Virginia DWI - DUI Charge

Being arrested for a DUI / DWI in Nelson County, Virginia can have serious repercussions if not handled correctly. The Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson will help you fight your case. Please call today or fill out the form for a fast, free consultation.

Michael C. Tillotson Endorsements:

• Nationally Certified Breath Test Operator
• NHTSA trained on field sobriety tests
• Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member of the National College for DUI Defense
• Member of Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• The American Trial Lawyers Association

DUI / DWI in Nelson County, Virginia

In Nelson County, Virginia, once you have been cited for violating the DWI - DUI statute, the state initiates two simultaneous but separate legal actions against you. A criminal action is in response to the ticket that was issued to you, and an administrative action is brought against your driver's license by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. Both actions can result in the suspension of your driving privileges.

DUI Penalties for First Time Offenders

(Note that these are Virginia State statutes. With the help of Michael C. Tillotson, you can reduce, or eliminate, possible fines, jail time, and even save your driver's license. If this is important, call today.)

• Chemical Test Refusal - Refusing to submit to a test when requested by Virginia law enforcement will result in the loss of Virginia driver's license for 1 year.
• Monetary Fines - A first time DUI / DWI conviction results in fines from $250.00, up to $2,500.00.
• Virginia Driving Privileges and DUI - In Nelson County, Virginia, a first time DUI / DWI conviction results in the revocation of driving privileges for up to one year ... with a conviction.
• Jail Time - DWI - DUI - One year time in jail is possible for a first time DUI / DWI conviction.
• Commercial Drivers - Commercial drivers are in violation of the DUI statute with a BAC level of 0.04. A first time DUI / DWI 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 in Virginia.

Restitution

You may be liable (up to $1,000) for the cost of emergency medical services, law enforcement, fire fighting and rescue personnel who respond to a crash or incident resulting from your DUI violation in Virginia.

Nelson County, Virginia and DUI Vehicle Impoundment

If you are caught driving after your driver's license has been suspended for any alcohol-related offense in Nelson County, Virginia, the vehicle you are driving will be immediately immobilized or impounded for 90 days. The court can impound the vehicle for an additional 90 days following a DUI / DWI conviction. The vehicle owner (if other than the driver) may petition the court for release of the automobile.

Subsequent DUI Offenses - Nelson County, Virginia

If you have been arrested for a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th offense, it is crucial that you contact the Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson. Penalties for DUI in Nelson County, Virginia are increasingly more severe for any additional offenses. You must be aware of your rights, act now by contacting the Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson.