Breath Test Refusal in Fairfax, VA

When you are arrested for DUI in Fairfax, you must submit to a breath test to determine your blood alcohol concentration. You do not have the option of requesting a blood test instead of a breath test and may face misdemeanor charges if you have already been convicted of a breath test refusal and are now refusing a test for a current offense. Two prior DUI convictions or refusals may mean that you will face up to 12 months in county jail due to Class 1 misdemeanor charges. Three-year license suspension is another consequence of a breath test refusal.

Why do you face such harsh penalties for a breath test refusal in conjunction with a Fairfax DUI conviction? When you receive your  driver's license, you essentially agree to submit to a chemical test to determine your blood alcohol concentration if you are arrested for drunk driving. Breath test refusal is therefore a serious offense.

Fairfax DUI Lawyer

Even if you have been accused of a breath test refusal, a Fairfax DUI attorney at Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein may be able to help. Contact our firm today to see how we can assist you with your charges.