Newport News DUI Lawyer

DUI law is one of the more complicated fields of defense law for several reasons. Since the laws are constantly changing due to pressures on lawmakers, defense strategies must be fluid enough to evolve as well. A great deal of science also goes into defending a client against DUI such as being familiar with the weaknesses and flaws of specific testing methods or apparatuses. For this reason, you should contact a Newport News attorney who focuses exclusively on DUI defense if you are currently facing drunk-driving charges.

The Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson, LLC only defends citizens who have been arrested for DUI in Newport News. With so much at stake if you are found guilty of this serious crime, you need an attorney who understands Virginia DUI laws inside and out. Our attorneys will work tirelessly on your case so you can avoid the penalties that come with a drunk-driving conviction.

The criminal penalties for DUI in Newport News could include expensive fines, a lengthy driver’s license suspension, and even jail time. You may also be terminated from your job if your employer finds out about your drunk-driving conviction, and your insurance premiums could go up. Fortunately, you can fight a DUI charge in order to avoid these severe consequences.

Attorney Michael C. Tillotson is dedicated to helping citizens, like you, who are facing DUI charges. As a member of the National College for DUI Defense, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, he stays on top of the latest DUI laws and defense strategies. He has taken extensive courses on breathalyzer testing and field sobriety testing, and he uses this knowledge when investigating a drinking and driving case.

Mr. Tillotson graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Studies in 1986. He then attended Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary, where he received his juris doctor in 1990.

While fighting a Newport News DUI may seem daunting, it is possible. To learn how, contact The Law Office of Michael C. Tillotson today for a free initial consultation.