Frederick County DUI Lawyer

Whether you call it driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI), drunk driving is a serious crime in Frederick County and throughout Virginia. You cannot afford to trust your defense to an untested attorney.

Instead, you need the help of a skilled Frederick County DUI lawyer like those at our firm. As soon as you contact us for a free case evaluation, our criminal defense team will be on your side and in your corner.

Ready To Fight and Resolve Any Drunk Driving Charges

Under Virginia Code § 18.2-266, someone can be arrested for DUI/DWI in a number of circumstances: If they have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher, if they have certain drugs in their system, or if they have a combination of drugs and alcohol in their system and an officer believes they are too impaired to drive safely. The paths from criminal charges to conviction will differ depending on the circumstances, but our experienced DUI lawyers in Frederick County are prepared to defend clients arrested under any scenario.

Our team also has the knowledge and experience to defend clients facing a wide range of DUI charges and enhanced penalties, including those related to:

• First-offense DUI
• Aggravated DUI (when a person’s BAC is 0.15 percent or higher)
• Repeat offense DUI
• Driving Under the influence of drugs (DUID)
• Underage DUI (for drivers younger than age 21)
• DUI resulting in injury or death
• Refusal to take a BAC test

Regardless of the charges you may be facing, it is critical to act quickly. The sooner our attorneys can begin investigating your case, the more legal options we may be able to help you exercise.

Do You Know Your Potential DUI Defense Strategies?

Drunk driving charges may initially seem like an open-and-shut case. Thankfully, that is rarely true. An experienced DUI lawyer in Frederick County will understand how to challenge the charges based on the details of your case. Your potential defense options might include:

• Challenging the traffic stop – A police officer needs to have reasonable suspicion of a crime to pull you over. If the stop is ruled unlawful, we can petition the court to throw out any evidence gathered during the stop.
• Alleging breathalyzer inaccuracy – Breathalyzers are not foolproof. They are prone to user errors by police, and they also lose accuracy without regular maintenance and calibration. Our lawyers will look for any errors or potential problems that could have skewed test results.
• Problems with field sobriety testing – Did the officer follow protocols in administering them? We may be able to challenge the test if it was recorded, and there may have been external factors that skew the results.
• Scrutinizing blood test procedures – Testing of blood samples must follow strict protocols, including an uncompromised chain of custody. Any contamination, improper storage, or undue delays in testing can cast doubt on the results.
• Potential police misconduct – The officer may have violated your rights during the traffic stop or the arrest. Any evidence of rights violations could be used to strengthen your defense.
• Medical explanations for test results – Results of field sobriety tests and breathalyzer tests can be skewed by certain medical conditions, medications, or dietary factors. Our team will look for any outside factors (other than alcohol) that could have caused you to fail a test.

Law enforcement officials want you to believe that your only option is to plead guilty. This is one of many reasons why you need to consult with a good defense lawyer before agreeing to be questioned by police or negotiating with prosecutors.

Speak to a Frederick County DUI Defense Attorney For Free

Price Benowitz has long been a trusted resource for individuals throughout Virginia facing serious criminal charges. If you were accused of drunk driving, a Frederick County DUI lawyer from our firm will help you understand your full set of legal options. We make this process easy and no-risk by offering free case evaluations. To learn more about how our legal team can defend your rights and freedom, contact us today to schedule your first meeting with an attorney.