DUI Defense for Prince William County

Our Manassas office is walking distance from the Prince William County General District Court, an advantage for anyone facing a DUI or DWI charge. Because our attorneys appear in those courtrooms several times each week, we know how each judge typically sentences, how local prosecutors negotiate impaired-driving cases, and even the enforcement patterns of the dedicated DUI units that patrol Route 28, I-95, the Prince William Parkway, and every road in between. That on-the-ground insight lets us build a defense strategy calibrated to the exact players on your case.

Why Drivers Trust Battlefield Law Group

• Depth of Experience – More than 50 years of combined DUI trial work, with our lawyers attending Masters of DUI Defense conferences nationwide several times a year to stay ahead of evolving science and technology.

• National Recognition – Nicole H. Naum is an Ambassador for the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys, selected for her courtroom record and role in training fellow lawyers.

• Local Trial Honor – Nicole earned “General District Court Trial Attorney of the Year” (Prince William County Bar Association, 2013), awarded largely for her work on DUI cases in Manassas.

• Statewide Excellence – Steven L. Duckett, Jr. is among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Virginia, a peer-nominated list for attorneys with consistent high-stakes results.

• Community Vote of Confidence – Battlefield Law Group was voted “Best Law Firm in Manassas” by Business Rate, proof that local clients value our work and approach.

Why DUI Cases in Prince William County Have Extra Hurdles

• Two courtroom locations.
  Your case is heard either at the main courthouse in Manassas or the Eastern District building in Dumfries. Dockets move at different speeds, so filing dates and continuance options change with the venue.

• Automatic 7-day license hold.
  The arrest itself triggers a one-week suspension of your Virginia driver’s license. We can petition the court during that window to restore, or at least restrict, your driving privileges. Do not delay, call us immediately.

• Every stop is recorded.
  County officers run body-cams, dash-cams, and the Intox EC/IR II breath machine on nearly every DUI. We obtain and examine those files for technical errors, policy violations, and calibration issues.

• Mandatory penalties after conviction.
  A guilty finding almost always means VASAP classes, ignition-interlock installation, and higher insurance costs. The surest way to avoid them is to win a dismissal or secure a reduction to a non-DUI charge.

Potential Penalties

• First offense, BAC under 0.15 % – Class 1 misdemeanor; up to 12 months in jail; minimum $250 fine; one-year license loss.

• First offense, BAC 0.15–0.20 % – All of the above plus a mandatory five-day jail stint.

• Second offense within five years – At least 20 days in jail; $500 + fine; three-year license revocation.

• Third offense (felony) – Minimum 90 days in jail; indefinite license loss; possible vehicle forfeiture.

Judges can, and often do add weekend jail or longer interlock periods, which makes experienced local counsel essential.

What Could This Cost Beyond Attorney Fees?

(All figures are estimates only, no guarantees. Every case, court, and provider is different.)

• Court costs – generally $70–$120 once statutory fees and local surcharges are added.

• Statutory fine – Virginia law sets a mandatory minimum $250 fine on a first-offense DUI.

• VASAP enrollment – about $400 total (program fee + intervention fee).

• Ignition-interlock device – roughly $65 to install and $60–$95 per month for monitoring, only if the judge orders it.

These numbers come from 2025 fee schedules and provider price lists. They may change without notice, and Battlefield Law Group cannot guarantee any specific cost or outcome, but our first goal is always to beat or reduce the charge so you avoid as many of these expenses as possible.

How We Defend Your Case

1. 48-Hour Evidence Review – We secure body-cam footage, dispatch logs, and breath-test calibration records as quickly as possible.

2. Probable-Cause Challenges – If the stop was unlawful, the evidence that follows can be suppressed.

3. Scientific Cross-Examination – Breath or blood results are tested for instrument error, sample mishandling, and rising-BAC issues.

4. Negotiation or Trial – We aim for dismissal first, reduction to reckless second, and full trial when that is the best path.

Meet the Attorneys

Nicole H. Naum, Esq. – ★★★★★ Avvo Rating • Ambassador, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys • 2013 General District Court Trial Attorney of the Year • Compassionate advocate, fierce courtroom defender

Steven L. Duckett, Jr., Esq. – ★★★★★ Avvo Rating • 2024 Top 100 Trial Lawyers (Virginia) • Known for persuasive cross-examination and jury work

Lili R. O’Connell, Esq. – ★★★★★ Avvo Rating • “10 Best” Attorney for Client Satisfaction (American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, 2018) • Dedicated Prince William County defense counsel

Frequently Asked Questions

Do first-time offenders really go to jail in Prince William County?
Below a 0.15 % BAC, jail is rare, but every judge differs. We’ll give you honest odds based on your facts and courtroom.

Will I have to install an ignition interlock?
Not if we win. Even with a conviction, creative sentencing can sometimes avoid interlock on low-BAC first offenses.

How soon should I hire a lawyer?
Immediately, your license is already suspended for seven days, and key evidence ages quickly.

What can hiring Battlefield Law Group change?
Dismissal or reduction can save your license, your job, and thousands in fines and fees. We handle these cases every week.

Where in Prince William County Do We Handle DUI Cases?

If you were arrested anywhere in Prince William County, chances are we’ve defended a case there. Our attorneys regularly appear in the courthouse serving each of these communities:

Manassas (city) — Prince William General District & Circuit Courts on Lee Avenue, a short walk from our Center Street office.
Woodbridge — Eastern Prince William General District Court, just off Prince William Parkway near Potomac Mills and Route 1.
Dale City & Lake Ridge — Most DUI stops occur along I-95 or the Prince William Parkway; cases are docketed at the Eastern PW courthouse.
Gainesville & Haymarket — Western-end arrests along I-66 head to the Manassas courthouse.
Dumfries & Triangle — Incidents near Quantico Marine Corps Base or U.S. Route 1 are heard at the Eastern PW court.
Bristow & Nokesville — Rural and VRE-corridor stops; cases are tried in Manassas.
Occoquan — Historic riverfront community; DUIs are typically set in the Eastern PW court.

Facing charges somewhere else nearby? We also appear in Manassas Park, Quantico, and surrounding neighborhoods, just ask.

Ready to Talk?

Call 571-364-0500 or use the form below for a free consultation. Hablamos Español. Visit us at 9214 Center St Fl 2, Manassas, VA 20110, walking distance to the courthouse.

Resumen en Español

¿Arrestado por DUI en el Condado de Prince William? Nuestro equipo defiende estos casos cada semana y puede impugnar la suspensión de su licencia en 48 horas. Contamos con personal de habla hispana en la oficina y asistencia en español después de horas. Consulta gratis: 571-364-0500.