ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Virginia State Police made over 100 DUI arrests during its New Year’s holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.
According to a study by Maryland’s Maronick Law firm, Virginia ranks as the 3rd strictest state in the U.S. for DUI penalties, behind Arizona and Alaska.
“ The biggest difference is Virginia really hits you in the pocket. The $2500 in fines is very high for a first-time DUI,” said Maronick Law Attorney & Senior Partner, Tom Maronick…