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Expungements and Virginia’s New Sealing Law: What You Need to Know in 2026
Beginning July 1, 2026, Virginia’s new criminal record sealing laws significantly expand the ability of individuals to protect their records from public view. For years, Virginia’s expungement laws were limited primarily to cases that ended without a conviction. The new sealing statute changes that by allowing certain past convictions and deferred dismissals to be sealed under specific circumstances.
If you have a criminal record in Virginia, understanding the difference between expungement and sealing is critical. While these processes are related, they are not the same, and the eligibility requirements can vary depending on how your case was resolved.
Attorney Bret Lee is a Fairfax County criminal defense attorney who helps clients throughout Virginia understand their options for protecting their records and moving forward after a criminal case.
What Are Common Defenses to DUI Charges in Virginia?
If you have a Virginia DUI charge, that is just the start of your case, and not a predetermined final outcome. You have the chance to challenge the state’s case against you, and having experienced legal assistance in making that challenge gives you the best chance for a better outcome on your record. There are strong, meaningful defenses available in DUI cases in Virginia, and depending on the facts, your charges may be reduced or dismissed. The evidence in a DUI case can often be challenged, and the prosecution has to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. If you are facing a DUI charge in 2026, Bret Lee, a Northern Virginia and Prince William County DUI defense lawyer can review what happened during your stop and help you build a strong, evidence-backed defense.
What Does Virginia Law Say About DUI?
Under Virginia Code § 18.2-266, it is illegal to drive while your blood alcohol content is at or above 0.08 percent, or while you are under the influence of alcohol to a degree that impairs your ability to drive safely. There are also ways to be charged if the police believe you were under the influence of other drugs. The prosecution has to prove intoxication beyond a reasonable doubt. That standard allows for a strong defense, and there are several ways to challenge the evidence the state relies on.
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From our office in Fairfax, VA, we advocate for clients in Northern Virginia accused of criminal violations. We handle cases throughout Fairfax County and Prince William County, including Annandale, Buckhall, Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Cherry Hill, Dale City, Dumfries, Gainesville, Herndon, Lake Ridge, McLean, Montclair, Oakton, Reston, Springfield, Stone Ridge, Sudley, West Springfield, and Woodbridge.
Results listed on this website are advertising materials. Past case results do not guarantee or predict future case results. Bret Lee Legal Solutions is committed to pursuing the best possible result for each client, but each case has unique facts and circumstances that may affect the outcome.
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