Category Archives: DUI Defense
Some Of Our Great Results in January, 2026
Although no two cases are the same and results in one case do not predict or guarantee results in other cases, we have had some fantastic results in January 2026. Some of our results: Reckless driving, general: Dismissed Reckless driving, general with estimated speeds of triple digits: Reduced to improper driving Reckless driving, 91… Read More »
The 2025 Five Star Review of the Year
Attorney Anthony Montagna, III: A VA Reckless Driving Defense Specialist Military, First Responder, Union, Teacher, Student and Senior Discounts Over 5,000 Reckless Driving Cases Defended Across VA Winning Reckless Driving Cases in VA for Over 32 Years Flat Fees with No Hidden Fees Winning Reckless Driving Cases in VA Since 1993 Free Consultation Payment… Read More »
Are There Advantages To Doing Field Sobriety Tests In Norfolk, VA After A DUI Stop?
Anthony Montagna, III Your “Go To DUI Defense Lawyer” Military, Student, Union, First Responder, Teacher, and Retired Discounts 32+ Years Of Experience Defending DUI/DWI Cases Defending Individuals Charged With DUI/DWI In Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News And All Of Virginia Winning DUI/DWI Cases Since 1993 Over 250 Five Star Google, Findlaw,… Read More »
The Police Stop My Car. Is That Ok in VA?
The police cannot stop an individual’s vehicle whenever they want. The stop must be legal based on the United States Constitution and appropriate case law. Frequently, people say to me, The police just stopped my car, is that ok? The answer is, it depends. Articulable Suspicion to Stop Generally, the police must have a… Read More »
DUI Penalties and Consequences
When it comes to DUI penalties and consequences, each state offers its own guidelines and sentencing. While some states allow a first offense to be charged as a misdemeanor, others impose more serious penalties for convictions and when aggravating circumstances are present. Some states have mandatory minimum services, while others have penalties that vary… Read More »
What Happens If an Out-of-State Driver Gets a DUI In Virginia?
Receiving a DUI charge is an overwhelming and terrifying experience. If you are facing a drunk driving charge, you may be filled with uncertainty and anxiety, but you are not alone. The situation can become even more daunting when the charge occurs in a state where you don’t reside and whose local laws and… Read More »
Two Important New Laws in Virginia to Know When Looking for DUI Lawyers in Norfolk, Virginia
Restricted License Following a Dui Conviction: § 18.2-271.1. Probation, education, and rehabilitation of person charged or convicted; person convicted under law of another state or federal law. A. Any person convicted of a first or second offense of § 18.2-266, or any ordinance of a county, city, or town similar to the provisions thereof,… Read More »
Newport News Lawyer Explains DUI in VA
Anthony Montagna, III has practiced law over 22 years. On this page, a Newport News DUI lawyer explains DUI in Virginia. DUI’s are one of the most serious misdemeanor charges in Virginia. If convicted of a DUI, one faces up to 12 months in jail, $2,500.00 fine, loss of driver’s license, and other onerous… Read More »
10 Visual Detection Clues Used By police In Traffic Stops
There are at least 10 Visual Detection Clues Used By police In Traffic Stops. Imagine you are driving on the roadway on a Saturday night at 11:00 p.m.. You see a car driving erratically. You wonder if that person is driving his vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Police officers are well trained to… Read More »
