DUI - Frequently Asked Questions

Most people who are charged with DUI have a lot of questions. That's a good thing. DUI is one of the most complicated areas of criminal law. It's actually more complicated than a lot of much more serious crimes. I've put together a list of common questions that I hear from my clients. 

Please click on the questions below for more information on Virginia DUI law:

Hiring an Attorney

• Do I need a DUI attorney if I know I'm guilty?
• How much should I pay for a DUI attorney?

Field Sobriety Tests

• Do I have to do Field Sobriety Tests and the Five Reasons You Should Refuse to Take Them
• The three most common field sobriety tests
• What if I can't do the field sobriety tests?

Preliminary Breath Test

• What is a preliminary breath test?
• Do I have to submit a preliminary breath test?
• Can the results of the preliminary breath test be used against me in court?

Arrest

• What evidence does a police officer have to have before he can arrest me?
• Can I be charged with a DUI even though I'm not driving my car?
• Can I be arrested if I blow below the legal limit?
• Can I be arrested even if I haven't had anything to drink?
• What if the police don't read me my rights?

Breath Test

• Do I have to take the breath test at the jail or police station?
• What is the legal limit in Virginia?
• Can I still be arrested even if I blow below the legal limit?