A DUI arrest can happen to almost anyone. All it takes is one drink too many, one questionable decision, or simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time. If you face charges for driving under the influence in northern Virginia you need an experienced criminal defense attorney working to make the prosecution prove your guilt beyond all doubt.
At Buczek Carpenter, our Fredericksburg DUI lawyers combine for more than 20 years of defense experience in criminal courts. They will work quickly to limit your exposure to the criminal and civil consequences associated with DUI offenses.
The penalties for Fredricksburg DUIs in Virginia are severe, and prosecutors would love nothing more than to make an example out of you. Penalties include the following, in order of offense:
Additional penalties and conditions include the requirement to install an ignition interlock device on all of your vehicles after a first offense, the loss of your car for a sixth offense, and the collateral consequences that come with having a DUI on you record.
It is up to the prosecution to prove your guilt using admissible evidence. Possible defenses against DUI charges include:
We will leave no stone unturned in making sure that law enforcement officers followed all proper procedures before, during and after your arrest. If evidence was obtained in violation of your rights, we will fight to have that evidence thrown out. Whether we can negotiate a plea agreement or going to trial is necessary, we will push for the best possible outcome every step of the way.
The only way to avoid the harsh penalties associated with DUI is to avoid a conviction in the first place. Contact our law firm today for a consultation with a Fredericksburg DUI attorney and we’ll get to work building your defense.
Assisting you with your legal needs is, bar none, our firm’s top priority. Allow us to assist you in advocating for your rights. We never take for granted the trust people place in us to represent them and it is always an honor when we get the opportunity to empower others through the law.