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A DUI charge in Fairfax County can affect your driver's license, your finances, and your record. The Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has represented clients in Virginia driving-under-the-influence matters since 1997.
Founded by a former prosecutor, the firm practices across five jurisdictions: Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York.
Driving under the influence in Virginia is governed by Va. Code § 18.2-266. A driver may be charged with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher, or when alcohol, drugs, or a combination impairs the ability to drive safely.
Under Virginia's implied consent law (Va. Code § 18.2-268.2), a driver lawfully arrested for DUI is deemed to have consented to a breath or blood test. An unreasonable refusal can result in a separate charge and an additional license suspension.
A first-offense DUI in Virginia is a Class 1 misdemeanor. Potential consequences include:
Up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $2,500, with a statutory minimum fine of $250.
Suspension of the driver's license, restricting the ability to drive legally.
Enrollment in the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program and installation of an ignition interlock device.
A mandatory minimum jail sentence when the BAC is elevated (0.15%–0.20%, or above 0.20%).
Penalties increase for second and subsequent offenses. A third DUI within ten years is charged as a felony.
Misdemeanor DUI charges in Fairfax are heard in the Fairfax County General District Court.
Felony DUI charges and appeals are handled in the Fairfax County Circuit Court.
A former prosecutor, Mr. Sris founded the firm in 1997. He is admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York.
A former Virginia State Trooper admitted in Virginia since 2004, Mr. Block represents clients in DUI/DWI, reckless driving, and other traffic and criminal matters.
A former Maryland Assistant State's Attorney admitted in Virginia and Maryland, Ms. Fisher represents clients in DUI/DWI, criminal, traffic, and family law matters.
Every DUI case turns on its facts — the basis for the traffic stop, the administration of field sobriety and chemical tests, and the handling of evidence.
The firm reviews the circumstances of the stop, the calibration and administration of testing, and the procedures followed during the arrest. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
No. A first-offense DUI is a Class 1 misdemeanor under Va. Code § 18.2-266. A third offense within ten years is charged as a felony.
Under Virginia's implied consent law (Va. Code § 18.2-268.2), refusing a test after a lawful DUI arrest can lead to a separate charge and a license suspension.
Misdemeanor DUI charges are heard in the Fairfax County General District Court. Felony charges and appeals go to the Fairfax County Circuit Court.
Call (888) 437-7747 to request a consultation. Phone intake is available 24/7.
To request a consultation about a Fairfax DUI charge, call (888) 437-7747. The firm represents clients throughout Fairfax County and across Virginia.
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