Northern Virginia DUI Lawyer

DUI Attorney in Fairfax, Fauquier & Prince William County

People who face drunk driving charges often wonder if they get an attorney and fight the charges. Those who take action and quickly contact a Northern Virginia DUI lawyer from Law Offices of Michael A. Pignone create an opportunity to defend their case fight to avoid conviction. The firm has over 16 years experience in defending DUI cases and gets many cases on a referral basis from satisfied clients who were able to avoid the severe penalties of a DUI conviction.

The first step after an arrest is to contact the firm to discuss your case and what can be done to defend you. There are frequently errors in DUI cases that can lead to a dismissed case, and a full evaluation of the specifics of your case should be undertaken immediately. Don't make any court appearance without Attorney Pignone there to represent you and do all he can to defend you. Early involvement is important in such cases, as when there have been police or testing errors, he could potentially get your case dismissed.

DUI Attorney Serving Northern Virginia 

The long term consequences of a conviction are much more serious than many realize; even a first time misdemeanor DUI can cost up to $2,500 in fines, require days in jail, alcohol education programs, and a suspended driver's license. The conviction for a DUI on your record will not assist you when you are looking for employment; with so many looking for work, it is easy to imagine being passed over for someone less qualified without any criminal record.

The firm represents individuals charged with DUI charges, including information needed about DUI penalties, DUI defense, multiple DUI, underage DUI, felony DUI, first time DUI, driving on a suspended license, restricted license, understanding BAC, Ignition interlock device, vehicular manslaughter, leaving the scene, breath & blood test, field sobriety test, vehicle impoundment, sobriety checkpoints, and DUI expungement. He serves clients throughout Fairfax, Fauquier County, Fairfax County, Manassas and Prince Williams County

The attorney is recognized as an aggressive and relentless defender, and it is advised that you get in contact with him as soon after the arrest as possible. This can allow him to take immediate action on your behalf.

Defending DUI in Prince William County, Fairfax & Fauquier

There are an astonishing number of cases that have serious errors in the administration of field sobriety tests, breath tests and even blood tests that can be successfully challenged by a skilled attorney from the firm. When the attorney from the firm takes on a case, he carefully analyzes every aspect of the case from the traffic stop, to the testing, through to the arrest to identify any part of the evidence and procedure that could be challenged in court. Not all law firms have had the number of DUI cases or the extensive experience that the firm brings to the table to help clients who are hoping to avoid a conviction.

For more serious felony charges, such as those in which an accident, injury or death occurred, the future could look grim. Any serious accident is very emotional for all involved. The firm moves fast to ensure that your rights are protected and that everything possible that can be done to defend will be done. The firm has a proven record in court and is recognized throughout the area as a successful and aggressive DUI lawyer.