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FAQs About DUI/DWI

It’s normal to have questions if you’ve recently been charged with a DUI or DWI. In our FAQs, we share important information about the potential penalties for a drunk driving conviction, possible defense strategies, and how an experienced attorney can help you build the strongest possible defense. To discuss the next steps in your case, contact our office to request a consultation.

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  • What happens to your income and employment after a Virginia DUI conviction?
  • Can you reduce or avoid the mandatory minimum sentence for a third DUI in Virginia?
  • Will I get jail time for a first-time DUI in Virginia?
  • Can I be charged with DUI in Virginia if I was sitting in a parked car?
  • Can my medication interfere with a DUI breathalyzer result at a Virginia traffic stop?
  • Can the police search my car during a DUI stop in Virginia?
  • When does a Virginia DUI become a felony charge?
  • Can the police arrest me for drunk driving if my blood alcohol content (BAC) is below 0.08%?
  • What are the penalties for refusing to take a breathalyzer test in Virginia?
  • Is it possible to face DUI and reckless driving charges from the same incident in Virginia?
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James E. Short, PLC 1105 Madison Plaza Ste 120
Chesapeake, VA 23320
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Reminder About Our Firm’s Communication Policy

Our promise to you is that while we are working on your case, we don’t take inbound phone calls, faxes or emails. James Short takes no inbound unscheduled phone calls whatsoever. It makes him much more productive and helps get your case resolved faster. You can always call the office at 757-410-5042, and schedule an in-person or phone appointment, usually within 24-48 hours. This is a lot better than the endless game of “phone tag” played by most businesses today. Remember, too, that email is “quick” but is checked no more than twice a day. Replies are then scheduled into the calendar. So, if it’s important, don’t email – call the office instead.

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