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Difference Between DWI & DUI In Virginia

If you or somebody you care about has been charged with operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or another substance, contact Virginia DUI defense attorneys as soon as possible. At Randall Page, P.C., their attorneys have significant experience defending clients who are facing DUI and DWI charges. <br>

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Difference Between DWI & DUI In Virginia

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  1. Difference Between DWI & DUI in Virginia

  2. Anytime you come across articles or news stories related to a person driving after drinking alcohol or being impaired by another substance in Virginia, you will likely hear a few phrases used interchangeably. Driving under the influence (DUI) Driving under the influence (DUI) Driving while intoxicated (DWI) Driving while intoxicated (DWI) Some people understandably get confused when they see these two phrases used for seemingly the same things. At Randall Page, P.C., their lawyers want to discuss what these two terms mean in Virginia and how they can affect you.

  3. Differentiating Between DUI And DWI Driving while intoxicated (DWI):This refers to a person operating a vehicle while intoxicated and if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08% or higher, regardless of whether or not a person appears to be impaired. Driving under the influence (DUI):This refers to a person operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, and a person can face this charge regardless of what their blood alcohol content is, even if it is below .08% or if a BAC test is refused. So long as alcohol consumption impairs a person’s ability to drive, they can face DUI charges.

  4. The Penalties For DWI & DUI In Virginia In some states around the country, DUI charges are considered a less serious offense than DWI. However, that is not the case in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Here, both DUI and DWI are equally serious, and a person charged could face the same penalties upon conviction. The following are the penalties for a DUI or DWI in Virginia:

  5. FIRST OFFENSE DUI OR DWI ● Up to 12 months in jail (usually no time for first-offense) ● Fine ranging from $250 to $2,500 ● License suspension of one year ● Ignition interlock device (IID) for a minimum of six months

  6. SECOND OFFENSE DUI OR DWI ● Minimum 10 days but up to 12 months in jail ● Fines ranging from $500 to $2,500 ● License suspension for three years ● Ignition interlock device (IID) for a minimum of six months

  7. THIRD OFFENSE DUI OR DWI ● Minimum 90 days but up to 5 years in jail ● Fines ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 ● Indefinitely license suspension ● Ignition interlock device (IID) for a minimum of six months

  8. Hire An Attorney If you or somebody you care about has been charged with operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or another substance, contact Virginia DUI defense attorneys as soon as possible. At Randall Page, P.C., their attorneys have significant experience defending clients who are facing DUI and DWI charges.

  9. 28319 Southampton Pkwy Courtland, VA 23837 757-517-8956 Big numbers catch your audience’s attention https://www.randallpagelaw.com/contact-us Contact Details

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