Harrisonburg Underage Drinking Defense Attorney
An underage drinking charge, however minor it may seem, can affect your ability to get a job or get into college. Whether you were arrested for public intoxication or for underage DUI, you need a criminal defense attorney who can aggressively defend you from these charges and protect your future.
At the Hart Law Offices, Harrisonburg underage drinking defense attorney John Hart represents students and juveniles who have been charged with alcohol-related crimes. He represents college students at James Madison University, the University of Virginia and other colleges in Virginia.
John Hart will fight for your future. Contact our law firm for a free initial consultation.
Defending Students From Drinking Charges
At our firm, we represent students who have been charged with all types of alcohol-related charges, including:
- Underage drunk driving: You do not have to have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 to face drunk driving charges if you are underage. You could also lose your license until you turn 21.
- Underage possession of alcohol: Even if you were not behind the wheel, you could lose your license if you are convicted of underage possession of alcohol. You also do not need to have a drink in your hand to be charged. Public intoxication coupled with corroborating evidence, such as your BAC or an admission of guilt, can be enough to result in a criminal charge for possession.
- Fake IDs: Using a fake ID to buy alcohol can result in a misdemeanor charge and the loss of your driver's license.
- Providing false information to a police officer: If you lie to law enforcement about your age, it is considered a crime of moral turpitude. This means that this charge carries more weight and can have a great impact on your ability to drive and other potential consequences.
Attorney John Hart also represents college students and parents who are charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor. If you bought alcohol for one of your roommates or for your child's party, you could face criminal charges.
Helping First-Time Offenders
If you are a first-time offender, we may be able to help you get a reduced sentence or alternative sentencing. Attorney John Hart will fight to avoid conviction for underage drinking charges and get you probation, community service or counseling.
Contact a Virginia Underage DUI Lawyer
To learn more about our Virginia criminal defense practice and underage drinking charges, contact a criminal defense attorney at our firm for a free initial consultation.
