Prom season is upon us in Virginia for many high
schoolers, and graduation season is just a few weeks away. Every year around this time, there is usually
a spike in DUI-related accidents and arrests.
The Virginia DMV even says that, “more teen drivers in Virginia will be
involved in crashes between April and August than any other time of the year.”
While
officials and parents are constantly warning teens about the consequences of
drinking and driving, one county in Virginia decided to show high school
students the dangers firsthand. Local
law enforcement officials conducted a simulation
of an accident that was caused by drinking and driving. In this simulation, an innocent person was
killed, another was paralyzed, and the drunk driver was arrested for DUI
manslaughter and faces serious jail time.
Officials are hoping that by letting students see the horrific effects of drinking and driving, instead of just
telling them about it, that this will save at least one life.
The
consequences of making that decision to drink and drive in Virginia are very
serious. In addition to significant
fines and losing your driver’s license for a period of time, there is a risk of
jail time, especially if you cause an accident or have been convicted of a DUI
previously. Further, you will have to
live the rest of your life with a DUI showing up on your record.
If you are charged with
DUI or DWI in Virginia and would
like a free legal consultation or if you would like more information
on DUI or DWI please feel free to contact our office at (703)
916-1227 and schedule an appointment at our office in Alexandria or throughout Virginia, or visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com/Criminal-Defense/DWI-DUI/
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