Fighting to Keep Your License and Record Clean
Operating Under the Influence (OUI/DUI) charges in Virginia carry heavy penalties, including immediate driver’s license suspensions, substantial fines, increased insurance rates, and potential jail time. We are here to challenge the state’s case.
Our OUI defense lawyers analyze every detail of your arrest. We challenge the legality of the initial police stop, the administration of standardized field sobriety tests, the calibration of breathalyzer devices, and chemical blood testing procedures. We represent you in court and handle the RMV hearings to work toward restoring your driving privileges.
Why Hire American Lawyers Group for Your Case?
- Breathalyzer Science Experts: Certified training on breath testing device flaws.
- RMV Representation: Assistance navigating complex license suspension rules.
- Aggressive Motion Practice: We routinely file motions to suppress illegal stop evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can refuse. However, under Virginia "implied consent" law, refusing a breathalyzer test results in an automatic administrative license suspension of 180 days for a first offense.
Common defense strategies include proving that the police officer lacked reasonable suspicion for the traffic stop, demonstrating that field sobriety tests were administered incorrectly, or challenging breathalyzer machine calibration records.