Virginia is known for having strict drunk driving laws. However, there are a range of fines and jail time depending on the facts of your situation. The Virginia DMV provides information on how different factors affect potential DUI penalties.
Things to do if you’re pulled over for suspicion of DUI
If a police officer has reason to believe you're driving under the influence of alcohol, they're likely to take immediate action by pulling your vehicle to the side of the road.
What is a driver alcohol detection system?
If you have a history of drunk driving conviction in Virginia, or know someone who does, you may already be familiar with an ignition interlock device. This is an in-vehicle breathalyzer that requires you to provide a breath sample before driving and prevents you from starting the car if your blood alcohol results are above a predetermined benchmark. When discussing IIDs as a preventative measure for drunk driving, proponents frequently give the caveat that they are effective as long as the driver is compliant.
The differences between burglary and robbery
In Virginia, burglary and robbery are legally considered to be two different crimes. They are handled in unique ways, have separate requirements in order for a person to be accused of them, and will result in their own penalties if an individual is convicted. But what exactly are those differences?
