DUI Arrests and Government Employees There are currently 65 million Americans with some form of criminal record, which works out to one in four working-age adults in this country. In 2016, there were 19,925 DUI convictions in Virginia, with an average blood alcohol content of 0.1452. There’s a good chance that many of those convicted of DUI’s […]
How Do Breathalyzers Work?
/by Pack Law GroupHow Do Breathalyzers Work? If you’ve ever been pulled over for suspicion of DUI in Virginia, there’s a good chance that you were asked to submit to a breathalyzer test. These devices may seem as if they magically measure the amount of alcohol content in your body, but there is some science inside those boxes. […]
Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer in Virginia?
/by Pack Law GroupCan I Refuse a Breathalyzer in Virginia? Being pulled over for a DUI in Virginia can be a terrifying experience. Although a driver can refuse a breathalyzer test in this state, there can be dire consequences when making this choice. Virginia is an implied consent state, which gives the Commonwealth the right to punish you […]
What Happens If I Get Pulled Over for DUI and I Have a Loaded Gun in My Car in Virginia?
/by Pack Law GroupWhat Happens If I Get Pulled Over for DUI and I Have a Loaded Gun in My Car in Virginia? In Virginia, you run the risk of additional firearms charges if you are pulled over for DUI and have a loaded firearm. Even worse, having a loaded weapon during a DUI stop could lead to […]
How To Choose The Right DUI Attorney
/by Pack Law GroupHow To Choose The Right DUI Attorney A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) in Virginia can have consequences that follow you for years. This is true even when it’s your first conviction for DUI. Some of the potential legal penalties that you face include jail time, fines, suspension of your driver’s license, mandatory […]
Explaining Virginia Refusal Statute – § 18.2-268.3
/by Pack Law GroupExplaining Virginia Refusal Statute – § 18.2-268.3 Virginia statute § 18.2-266 prohibits residents and visitors to the state from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, both illicit drugs and those legally prescribed by a doctor. You are guilty of driving while intoxicated if your blood alcohol concentration measures at […]
You’ve Been Arrested for DUI in Lynchburg – What’s Next?
/by Pack Law GroupYou see the lights from the police squad car in your rearview mirror and realize that the officer is pulling you over. Even worse, he or she suspects you of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Whether you feel impaired or not, cooperating with the police officer is always in your best interest. […]
Drinking and Driving During the Holidays
/by Pack Law GroupDrinking and Driving During the Holidays With the holiday season comes family gatherings, social time with friends, and even office parties. These are all joyous occasions, but they can have a dark side as well. The year-end holiday season is the deadliest part of the year in terms of drunk driving accidents and their catastrophic […]
DUI Arrests and Government Employees
/by Pack Law GroupDUI Arrests and Government Employees There are currently 65 million Americans with some form of criminal record, which works out to one in four working-age adults in this country. In 2016, there were 19,925 DUI convictions in Virginia, with an average blood alcohol content of 0.1452. There’s a good chance that many of those convicted of DUI’s […]
Know Your Rights When You’re Pulled Over
/by Pack Law GroupKnow Your Rights When You’re Pulled Over Enjoying a few drinks with friends and family at a party or bar is certainly not against the law. However, the same cannot be said for hopping in the car and getting behind the wheel after having one too many. Unfortunately, many Virginia residents take their chances after […]
DUI and Commercial Truck Drivers in Virginia
/by Pack Law GroupDUI and Commercial Truck Drivers in Virginia The act of driving any vehicle while intoxicated is extremely dangerous, as drinking while driving significantly increasing the risk of accident. When the intoxicated driver is the operator of a large truck, such as a semi-truck or other big rig, the risk of catastrophic damages increases dramatically. Because […]