Potential Penalties for an Arlington DUI
If you have been pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, then this is a class one misdemeanor which can be seen under section §18.2-266 and §18.2-270 of the Virginia Code. The minimum fine for this misdemeanor is $250 which depends heavily on the levels of alcohol in your system. The higher your (BAC) levels are, then the higher the chances there are you going to jail. There are also more significant penalties for those that are recidivist, meaning if you’re a commercial driver or if this new offense is within 10 years of another offense. Collateral A DUI conviction can have many collateral consequences, however, this is dependent on the individual and their particular case. Basically, if this case is a first, second or third defense, this will play a large role in the severity of collateral consequences. Now, depending on the consequences, you may need to call an expert criminal attorney. Your Insurance Premiums Can Rise After a DUI Conviction Unfor...