The Wilson Law Firm is located in Manassas, Virginia, just a short walk from the Prince William County, Virginia courthouse where cases from Prince William County, the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park, and the towns of Haymarket, Quantico and Dumfries are heard. Although The Wilson Law Firm is located in Northern Virginia, clients have come from far and wide seeking the assistance of The Wilson Law Firm. The lawyers of The Wilson Law firm post blogs on current events, legal topics and discuss issues that could affect your case. Our defense lawyers keep you informed on possible defenses that could be used in your criminal case, DUI arrest, or traffic offense. Read this section to keep up-to-date on local legal issues that could affect you and your case.
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Why Getting an Independent Blood Test Could Be Important to Your DUI Defense Did the police take a blood sample to determine your BAC after your DUI arrest? Find out how getting an independent blood test can help in your defense. -
What You Should Do If You’re Stopped for Drunk Driving If the police stop you for DUI, you don’t want to take actions that could hurt your defense. Learn what steps you should take to protect your rights. -
Four New DUI Laws That Could Affect You If You’re Charged With DUI in Virginia New DUI laws were enacted in Virginia in 2020 & 2021 that could affect you if you’re charged with DUI. Here, we explain important laws you need to know about. -
How to Handle the Stress of Being Arrested for DUI in Virginia Being arrested for DUI can be a frightening experience. Here, we share tips on how to manage the stress of being charged with DUI in Virginia. -
What You Need to Know If You’re Charged With DUI Under Federal Law If you’re driving while intoxicated on federal land, you may be charged with Federal DUI. Find out what this crime is and the harsh punishments you could face. -
How the VASAP Works in DUI Cases in Virginia You will be required to enroll in the VASAP program if you are convicted of DUI in Virginia. Here’s what you need to know about the program’s requirements. -
Medications That Can Cause False Breathalyzer Test Results Do you believe that your breathalyzer test results were wrong? Find out about medications and medical conditions that can result in a false-positive result. -
Common Defenses to DUI Charges in Virginia If you were arrested for DUI, you may be able to fight the charges. Here are common defenses that you may be able to use to get the case against you dismissed. -
How to Handle a DUI Checkpoint in Manassas How should you handle being stopped at a DUI checkpoint in Virginia? Here, we share five tips on complying with the stop and protecting your legal rights. -
Don’t Make These Mistakes That Could Weaken Your DUI Defenses Have you been charged with DUI or DWI in Virginia? Here are five mistakes you don’t want to make that could hurt your chances of getting the charges dismissed. -
Expert Witnesses That Can Help You Build a Strong Defense in Your DUI Case If you’ve been charged with DUI in Virginia, you may need to hire an expert witness as part of your defense. What types of expert witnesses are helpful? -
How to Defend Yourself If Accused of Driving Under the Influence of Drugs in Maryland Driving under the influence of drugs is a serious crime in Maryland. Find out the penalties you face and defenses that can help you get the charges dismissed. -
What Does it Mean to Receive an Order of Suspension in Your DUI Case in Maryland? Did the police issue an Order of Suspension when stopping you for DUI in Maryland? Here, learn what the order is and your right to an administrative hearing. -
Penalties You Face for Underage DUI in Maryland Have you been charged with underage DUI in Maryland? Find out the penalties you face and how a conviction can affect your driving privileges. -
Manassas, Prince William County, and Fairfax County Drunk Driving Arrest Statistics Drunk driving arrests increased in Manassas, Prince William County, and Fairfax County in 2017. Learn what to do if you’re arrested for DUI/DWI in Virginia. -
Collision Avoidance Systems Can't Be Used as DUI Defense Collision avoidance systems can help keep you safe on the road, but they won't protect you from a DUI charge. Learn how to build a better defense. -
Inaccurate Breathalyzer Tests and Your DUI/DWI Charge Breathalyzer tests are widely used to measure intoxication, but multiple factors can create an inaccurate reading. Learn how this can be used as a DUI defense. -
Beer, Wine, or Liquor? They All Create the Same Level of Impairment! Many people mistakenly believe beer is less harmful than wine or liquor, but all types of alcohol create the same impairment when drink sizes are standardized. -
What You Need to Know About Virginia’s Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Virginia’s unique method of handling liquor sales has its critics, but the ABC’s liquor monopoly funds many health, education, and transportation initiatives. -
Understanding Open Container Laws Is Crucial to Your DUI Defense Virginia lacks a state open container law, but many cities and counties have their own regulations. This can complicate matters if you're charged with a DUI.