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Karen Scarborough Fairfax, Virginia DWI Lawyer

At the law offices of attorney Karen Scarborough, we understand the severity of being charged with drinking and driving. Given the inherent dangers in drinking and driving, it is not surprising that drunk driving (also referred to as Driving Under the Influence DUI, and Driving While Intoxicated DWI) laws are severe. Drunk driving (DUI-DWI) laws, especially for repeat offenders, can include more than 1 year in prison and a drivers license suspension of over 5 years. For a free confidential consultation with an experienced northern Virginia DWI lawyer, contact Karen Scarborough. Her service is her legacy. Virginia DWI Laws

  • If the prosecution can prove your blood alcohol content (BAC) was higher than .08, then you can be convicted on DUI-DWI charges without further evidence.
    • The caveat here is that the prosecution must prove your blood alcohol content (BAC) was higher than .08. Our experienced DWI lawyer, Karen Scarborough, understands the possible stumbling blocks to the prosecution meeting their burden of proof. For example, they must show the stop was justified, that the person accused was actually driving the car, and that the equipment used was in proper working order.
  • If the prosecution can prove your blood alcohol content (BAC) was between .02 and .08, you can still be convicted on DUI-DWI charges if the prosecution can prove your driving was impaired.
    • An experienced drunk driving attorney, such as Karen Scarborough, realizes the validity of field sobriety tests, in addition to the issues mentioned above, is a factor in determining whether the prosecution can present a credible case against you.
  • If you are under the age of 21, and the prosecution can prove a BAC between .02 and .08, then you can be convicted of Driving an Automobile While Illegally Consuming Alcohol (commonly referred to as a Baby DUI).
  • If you are under the influence of prescription medication or illegal drugs, you can still be convicted of DUI.
  • In addition, the higher the blood alcohol content, and the more often you have been convicted of alcohol related driving offenses, the harsher the penalties, which can include jail, fines, suspend license, restricted license, and attendance at an Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP).

If you have questions regarding Virginia DWI, or if you have been charged with a Virginia DWI, our lawyer, Karen Scarborough, may be able to help. Contact Fairfax DWI lawyer Karen Scarborough today for a free confidential consultation, and discover that experience does make a difference.

At the Fairfax, VA law offices of Karen Scarborough, Attorney at Law, we serve clients throughout Northern Virginia, including in Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Arlington County, Alexandria City, Town of Herndon and Vienna, Stafford County, Spotsylvania County, Fredericksburg, Richmond City, Hanover County, Chesterfield County, and Caroline County, Virginia.