Defending Against Virginia Drunk Driving Charges
Although driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious charge for anyone, the consequences can be especially severe for commercial drivers. If you make your living driving a truck, van or other vehicle and have been charged with drunk driving, you should contact a lawyer right away.
I'm attorney Lance D. Gardner. Based in Fairfax, I defend commercial drivers throughout Northern Virginia against DWI — also known as driving under the influence (DUI) — charges. Let me help you today; contact my office to schedule a free consultation.
Doing Whatever It Takes to Protect Your Job
If you are convicted of DWI/DUI, you could lose your job as a commercial driver as a result of your conviction's insurance consequences. This may be the case regardless of whether you were driving a commercial vehicle or your own car at the time of your arrest.
Depending on the facts of your case, there may be defense options that will allow you to keep your job. I am experienced at helping commercial drivers fight DWI/DUI charges.
In some cases, it is possible to get relatively minor drunk driving charges reduced to reckless driving, which can reduce the consequences of conviction. I am also fully prepared to take your case to trial if that option gives you the best chance for success.
In some cases, commercial drivers are charged with DWI/DUI after they are found sleeping in their vehicles with their engines on. I have helped drivers in this situation dispute their charges.
Confronting Driver's License Consequences
If you need a commercial driver's license (CDL) to do your job, a DWI/DUI charge could be particularly damaging. License suspension can be much more severe for CDL drivers than for other drivers, and it can be difficult to acquire a restricted license.
Whether you drive a tractor-trailer truck, delivery van or any other commercial vehicle, don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your drunk driving charges with an experienced lawyer.
