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Is your teen facing drunk driving charges?

On Behalf of | Jun 13, 2019 | DUI

As Harrisonburg parents of teens know, their kids don’t always make the best decisions. Teens are constantly pushing the limits of what is acceptable and going against their parent’s wishes. Most of the time teens are able to stay safe, but, occasionally, their choices result in an arrest. A DUI is a serious problem for teens who have been arrested.

Virginia has a zero tolerance law for teenage drinking and driving. If you are under the age of 21 and have any alcohol in your system, you can be arrested for drinking and driving. Even just one drink can cause serious problems for a teenager. A DUI conviction in Virginia can result in thousands of dollars in fines, a driver’s license suspension, community service, an alcohol education program, and probation. A DUI can also create a permanent criminal record for a teen. This criminal record may hurt their college admissions chances, their ability to qualify for scholarships and future graduate schools.

Parents who have a teen who has been arrested for drunk driving may be scared and upset at their teenager for their bad decision. They may also wonder what they need to do to protect their child. The stakes are high and having a legal professional knowledgeable in DUI defense can make a difference. An attorney can advise their client on their options and aggressively fight for their client’s best interest. They will investigate the circumstances surrounding the arrest and bring the skill and experience necessary to fight the charges.

It is important for teens facing a drunk driving charge to take it seriously. This is not a situation that can be ignored, as it has the potential to negatively impact a teen’s future.

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