Driving Under the Influence in Hampton VA

Our Hampton DUI lawyers are strong advocates in the defense of these serious charges

At the law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. our attorneys recognize that these charges require a strong criminal defense.  Virginia law imposes severe penalties on individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI).  Our DUI law firm in Hampton fights hard to help ensure our clients are treated fairly and obtain the best possible results for their cases.

Our DUI attorneys in Hampton fight hard to get penalties reduced

Even a first DUI offense is a serious criminal charge under Virginia law.  Each Hampton DUI attorney at the law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. recognizes the serious nature of the charges and the potential penalties you face:

• First offense:  Classified as a Class 1 misdemeanor, convictions result in a minimum of five days in jail, which can increase based on a number of factors, including the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and the presence of a minor in the vehicle.  Additional penalties include fines ranging from $250 to $2,500, license revocation for one year, and mandatory participation in an alcohol safety program.
• Second offense:  Still a Class 1 misdemeanor, penalties increase to jail time from one month to one year, increasing based on the BAC level or the presence of a minor passenger.  The minimum fine is $500, license revocation extends to three years, and an ignition interlock device is required once driving privileges resume.
• Third and subsequent offense:  As a Class 6 felony, the penalties include six months to five years in jail, a minimum fine of $1,000, and the potential for lifetime license revocation.

Serving clients in Hampton Roads County, each Hampton DWI lawyer at our firm conducts a thorough investigation of the evidence against you and continues to search for facts to refute that evidence.

We are at your side throughout the criminal process

From the first moments after your arrest, law enforcement officials often exercise many techniques to coerce defendants into waiving their legal rights.  And a June 2010 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court made their job easier by determining that silence alone does not automatically invoke the Miranda right to remain silent.  This is why it is so important to immediately assert your rights to an attorney and to remain silent and stop all questioning—and then say absolutely nothing.  Once our DUI lawyers in Hampton are at your side, they diligently represent you through questioning and the entire legal process to ensure you are treated fairly.

Contact us for a free consultation

At the law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. a  Hampton DUI lawyer represents cases in Williamsburg, Newport News, York and Gloucester County.  Contact us online at the law firm of Thomas L. Hunter, P.C. about your criminal defense matter, or call one of our three convenient offices—