Multiple DUI Cases in Northern Virginia

Regarding Multiple DUI

Virginia's penalties for a first time misdemeanor DUI are among the most severe in the country.  Prosecutors and judges take a serious view of repeat offenders, and under state law, the penalties become more severe with each additional conviction.  If an officer has arrested you for DUI, even if you have been previously convicted, you are entitled to present the most powerful defense possible.  Don't let yourself be shamed into simply pleading guilty.  Talking with a respected Northern Virginia DUI attorney could change your outlook on the future. 

Multiple DUI Attorney in Fairfax, Fauquier & Prince William County

The penalties for conviction after the first time are also determined by how much time has passed since your first conviction.  With a second conviction within 10 years you face a mandatory minimum 10 days in jail and license suspension of three years.  For a second conviction within 5 years the mandatory minimum jail sentence is 20 days and a three year license suspension.  The minimum mandatory jail time increases with each subsequent felony conviction and the license suspension can be indefinite.  The loss of a driver's license can be a serious problem for a person who must drive as part of his employment or must commute a long distance to get to work.  Some judges are reluctant to allow restricted driving privileges during the suspension period.  A resourceful multiple DUI lawyer at the firm carefully analyzes the prosecution's case and conducts a thorough investigation in order to effectively challenge the evidence against you. 

Avoiding these severe penalties and loss of driving privileges requires an insightful and determined approach.  By working with a Northern Virginia DUI lawyer who has many years of experience and a proven track record of success your chances of having the charges dropped or reduced are far better.  Call the Law Offices of Michael A. Pignone for a confidential consultation and discuss your defense.