Reader’s Question:

What are the penalties involved if you got charged with second offense DUI in the state of Virginia. I have two drunk driving convictions within ten years.

Dan

Virginia Beach, VA

 

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles states that there will be a suspension applied if you get caught driving under the influence.

Since this is your DUI second offense in Virginia, the Virginia DMV states that a conviction for a DUI second offense comes with penalties of:

• Mandatory minimum $500 fine,
• Driver’s license revocation for 3 years
• Possible jail term up to one year

You also mentioned that it is your DUI second offense within ten years, therefore this may carry additional penalty of imprisonment. It is a minimum jail time of ten days.

If you get convicted of DUI second offense within 5 years time, you may be imprisoned for a minimum of 20 days.

If you want to know what penalties you will be facing with DUI second offense in Virginia, I suggest that you contact the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and/or an attorney who can assist you represent you in court for your drunk driving charges.