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Don’t face drunk driving charges alone this holiday season

On Behalf of | Dec 18, 2017 | DUI/DWI

People in Virginia may see an increased presence of police officers patrolling the roads this holiday season. After all, it is a time of year for celebrations where some people will choose to have an alcoholic drink or two. However, overzealous officers will be eager to snare people they believe are drunk driving, which may result in false accusations and the trampling of your legal rights.

Unfortunately, sometimes police officers will pull over a person whose blood-alcohol level is below the legal limit of 0.08. Nevertheless, this person may still be subjected to a battery of field sobriety tests, some standardized, some not. Such an individual may also have to give a blood or breath sample. This can be a very stressful situation, even if a person is completely sober.

If you are accused of drunk driving this holiday season, it could have a major effect on your life. Those convicted of drunk driving may lose their driver’s license, incur significant fines, and even be forced to spend time in jail. Moreover, even after all penalties are dealt with, a convicted individual will have a criminal record that could affect their housing and job prospects.

At our firm, we understand the importance of developing a strong defense strategy when it comes to fighting drunk driving charges. For example, field sobriety tests can be subjective and called into question. Moreover, even breath tests can be flawed if the instrument was improperly used or calibrated. When it comes to drunk driving cases, it is possible in some circumstances to have the charges against the accused dropped. Therefore, if you are accused of drunk driving this holiday season, then you should take the steps necessary to protect your future as fully as is possible.

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