Q: How long are we talking?  How long will my license (or privilege) to drive in Virginia be suspended following a DUI / DWI conviction?

A: It depends on whether it is your first DUI / DWI offense, second DUI / DWI offense or third (or more) DUI / DWI offense.  A conviction for drunk driving in Virginia results in mandatory suspension of the license (or privilege) to drive in Virginia as set forth below:  

• 1^st offense.................................12 month suspension
• 2^nd offense in 10 years...................3 year suspension
• 3rd (or more) offense in 10 years......indefinite suspension