Norfolk Reckless Driving, DUI and Traffic Defense Attorney
Virginia has some of the toughest traffic and DUI laws in the nation.
Speeding
In many states, driving 20 miles over the legal limit may subject a driver to a speeding ticket. In Virginia, a driver may be charged with reckless driving. In fact, a person may be charged with reckless driving in Virginia if he or she is driving 15 mph over the legal limit in a 65 mph zone.
Drunk Driving
If you are arrested on suspicion of drunk driving, you face the possibility of significant criminal and civil penalties. You could be subject to a jail sentence, driver's license suspension and large fines.
Traffic Ticket
Even a simple speeding ticket or another traffic violation could significantly impact your auto insurance rates. With so much at stake, it is critical that you retain an experienced criminal defense attorney.
For a vigorous defense, contact the law office of Gary B. Allison. We handle a wide range of traffic matters, including:
- DUI
- Reckless driving
- Speeding tickets
- Driving after suspension
- Other traffic violations
To schedule a free consultation, contact our law office in Virginia Beach.
DUI Charges
Do not plead guilty to a DUI charge before speaking with an attorney. Virginia's DUI laws are highly technical. Even if you were over the legal limit, you may potentially have a valid defense. With more than 35 years of legal experience, attorney Gary B. Allison is prepared to provide a strong defense on your behalf. As a former prosecutor, he can analyze the strengths of the prosecution's case and determine if you have a viable defense.
If retained as your counsel, Mr. Allison will review police conduct leading to your traffic stop and arrest to determine if any procedural errors may be used to bolster your case:
- Did the arresting officer have sufficient cause to stop your vehicle?
- Did the officer properly perform your field sobriety tests?
- Did the officer properly administer your breath tests?
- Were your constitutional rights violated?
By reviewing police conduct and the prosecution's evidence, we seek to obtain the best possible outcome on behalf of our clients. We defend clients against all drunk driving charges, including:
- DUI
- Underage DUI (drivers under 21)
- DUI drugs (impaired by illegal drugs or prescription drugs)
- Felony DUI
If you need to speak with a Virginia Beach DUI defense attorney, we are pleased to offer a free consultation.
Reckless Driving
The criminal and civil penalties for reckless driving can be more significant than many people realize. In addition to the possibility of jail time, large fines and a driver's license suspension, a reckless driving offense counts as six points on your driving record, which can significantly impact your auto insurance rates. A speeding ticket for driving 10 to 19 mph over the legal limit is just four points.
Fortunately, an experienced defense attorney could make a positive difference in your case in many ways. At times, an agreement may be reached with the prosecution that will minimize the adverse penalties and collateral consequences of a reckless driving charge, so it is critical that anyone facing such charges take advantage of the benefit conferred by knowledgeable counsel.
Serving the Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton Roads-Tidewater Area
To speak with a lawyer about a DUI/DWI charge, reckless driving charge or other traffic matter, contact the law office of Gary B. Allison at 757-828-4893 or contact us by e-mail.
