Legal Question in DUI Law in Virginia

I received a DUI first offense charge with a child on board. I also received a charge for abuse/neglect child: reckless disregard for life. My BAC was of .09. I support a family of 5 and i need my license to get to and from work. What steps should be taken to get in the least trouble possible?


Asked on 10/19/14, 7:53 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Hire a lawyer ASAP who has knowledge of as well as experience in defending

DUI cases. (And, if perchance, you can afford to hire a lawyer on your own,

then ask the court to appoint one to represent you in this criminal matter.)

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Answered on 10/19/14, 8:00 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Correction: Line 2 of above answer should read "can't" rather than can.

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Answered on 10/19/14, 2:59 pm


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