DUI First Offense Penalty in Virginia

Pursuant to Virginia Code 18.2-270, the penalty for a DWI first offense is:

1. 1^st or 2^nd Offense – Class 1 Misdemeanor
   1. Up to 12 months jail and/or $2,500 fine
   2. 12 month suspended/restricted license
   3. 12 month VASAP, drug and alcohol free
   4. 6 month ignition interlock
   5. $250 fine mandatory minimum
   6. >0.15 <0.20 – 5 days mandatory minimum
   7. >0.20 – 10 days mandatory minimum