Understanding BAC in Northern Virginia DUI Cases

Legal Problems and Blood Alcohol Content

Drivers stopped by police for suspicion of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol is usually given a field sobriety test.  This is usually done with a breathalyzer in order to assess the drivers blood alcohol content (BAC).   A BAC level at or above .08% in Virginia will lead to an arrest and being taken to jail.  If a driver is under the age of 21 then the BAC level for arrest is .02%.  It takes only a couple of alcoholic drinks within a short period of time to escalate a person's BAC to these levels.  The rules apply whether the driver is driving a truck, automobile, motorcycle or even a moped.  Penalties for a DUI can include suspension of license, jail time, fines and a criminal record.  If there is a passenger under the age of 18 or the vehicle is being used for commercial purposes the penalties are usually increased.  In order to protect your rights and find out your legal options when facing a DUI arrest you should immediately contact a Northern Virginia DUI lawyer at the Law Offices of Michael A. Pignone and take action to defend your case.

Have you been charged with DUI in the Fairfax, Faquier & Prince William County area?

If you have been charged with a DUI, you have the immediate right to a lawyer to protect your rights and represent you.  A lawyer should be present at all times when making a statement, plea or explanation of any kind.   It doesn't matter what is said by the arresting officer that your BAC showed, you should contact and speak with your own attorney prior to speaking with anyone else.  There have been instances of BAC results which were obtained at the time of the incident in the field being found to be inaccurate; therefore challenging the use of the Breathalyzer and the calibration may result in such evidence being dismissed. By contacting our office you will be serviced by a dedicated  attorney who will provide you a thoroughly prepared and aggressive DUI defense.