DUI

A driving under the influence (DUI) charge doesn't just cover alcohol. In Virginia, driving while high on drugs, including marijuana, can also land you in serious trouble for impaired driving. Let’s break down what you need to know about drugged driving, especially...

Police often use breath tests to quickly check if a driver has been drinking. These tests help to figure out if someone was driving under the influence (DUI). However, the results from these tests aren't always perfect, and you can challenge these results if the...

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious crime in Virginia, and police officers are always on the lookout to catch and charge those suspected of DUI. If police stop you because they think you might be driving under the influence, they will likely ask you to take...

Have you ever been pulled over and suspected of driving under the influence (DUI)? If so, you might be familiar with field sobriety tests (FSTs). These roadside evaluations are used by law enforcement to gauge a driver's possible intoxication. How much weight do they...

On July 1, 2020 some major changes in the laws regarding DUI and DWI convictions went into effect. Probably the most impactful change was made to Virginia Code Section 18.2-270.1.  This is the provision of the law that deals with the suspension of a defendant's...

Virginia DUI Breath Tests