DUI Lawyer - Southampton County, Virginia

Michael C. Tillotson is a dedicated DUI Lawyer whose Law Firm focuses solely on DUI Defense, and practices throughout the entire state of Virginia. If you have been arrested for a DWI in Southampton County, Virginia, please contact Michael C. Tillotson @ (757) 561-2661 for a consultation.
(Please remember that you only have 10 days, from the date of your arrest, to file for an administrative hearing to protect your driving privileges.)

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

Being charged with DUI is a serious offense that can have serious repercussions, including fines, jail time, and loss of driving privileges. It is important that anyone facing a Virginia DUI charge understand what challenges they will encounter. Seeking the legal advice of an aggressive and professional DUI attorney will help you understand all of your rights and options.

Michael C. Tillotson will help you fight your DWI (driving while intoxicated) or DUI (driving under the influence) Charge

Being charged with a DUI (driving under the influence) or DWI (driving while intoxicated) in the State of Virginia is a serious offense that can have significant consequences if not handled correctly or in a timely manner. 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.

What happens if I was arrested for DUI in Southampton County?

According to Virginia law, once you have been cited for violating the DUI statute, the state initiates two simultaneous, yet separate legal actions against you. There is a criminal action that is in response to the ticket that was issued to you, and an administrative action that 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 in Virginia. If this is important, call today.)

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

Southampton County, Virginia and DUI Vehicle Impoundment

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

Subsequent DUI Offenses - Southampton County, Virginia

If you have been arrested for a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th offense, it is important that you contact the Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson. Consequences for DUI in Southampton 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.

Restitution

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