Blog: DUI/DWI

Aug 4, 2023

Drinking and driving can lead Maryland motorists into legal trouble. Some drivers might not realize how alcohol impairs people and may do so quickly. A person’s metabolism may rise above the legal limit relatively quickly depending on how much they drank, whether they ate something, their body weight, and other factors. Drinking alcohol and the metabolism The human body receives alcohol in the stomach, and a lack of food means it will leave...

DUI penalty in Maryland update

Jul 31, 2023

The traffic laws, along with other types of state laws, can change frequently. Of course, there’s a process that the legislative agencies must go through before the proposals turn into finalized laws. One law, in particular, concerns repeat offender DUI penalties in Maryland. Changes to the DUI penalties in Maryland in 2023 The The new law would make it so that a boating DUI after a driving DUI would count as...

Is a DUI charge always an indicator of a drinking problem?

Jul 25, 2023

It’s normal for adults to relax with a drink or two. However, a fun day or night can turn into a scary situation when you see a police officer’s flashing lights behind you. With each state, including Maryland, adopting per se laws, registering a BAC (blood alcohol level) of .08 or higher provides sufficient evidence for the police to charge you with a DUI. Maryland’s alcohol abuse assessments and programs In Maryland, the...

Understanding how a breathalyzer test works is essential

Jul 20, 2023

If you consume alcohol, doing so in moderation is recommended, especially if you’ll be operating a motor vehicle in Ocean City or throughout Maryland. While it’s advisable to have a designated driver, there may be a situation when you’ve had an alcoholic drink and feel like you can drive your car safely. If you’re pulled over and given a breathalyzer test, you’ll need to have a blood alcohol content (BAC) that’s legal. Understanding how the...

Operating a vehicle after a DUI charge

Jun 21, 2023

In Maryland, it is not uncommon to hear about someone getting pulled over for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. Many people are sure that they will never find themselves in that position. However, whether a person was impaired when they got behind the wheel or a police officer made a mistake during the arrest, DUIs in Maryland are subject to aggressive prosecution, and a person can receive severe punishment if convicted. Ignition...

Airline pilots can face legal and professional problems for a DUI

Jun 13, 2023

Driving under the influence in Ocean City, Maryland can cause a series of problems for the motorist. People will think of this in legal terms with the possibility of jail, fines and a driver’s license suspension. In some instances, it can hinder the person’s livelihood. This is particularly true for airline pilots. A pilot charged with DUI could face professional consequences Pilots who are charged with DUI It is important to...

Rise in BWIs and BUIs Predicted for 2023 Boating Season

May 22, 2023

Operating any vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol is an absolute no-go. However, there’s an undeniable association between leisurely boating and beer among Maryland’s boating enthusiasts. With Memorial Day marking the start of Maryland’s boating season and the end of most pandemic restrictions, water lovers are predicting a surge in watercraft activity. Unfortunately, the pandemic period saw a 25% uptick in boating fatalities — a number that’s projected to rise even further...

Which county in Maryland has the highest DUI/DWI conviction rates?

Jan 23, 2023

The county in Maryland that has the highest conviction rates for a charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving while under the influence (DUI) is Worcester County. The county includes Maryland’s summer resort town of Ocean City as well as the nearby towns of Berlin and Snow Hill. Data for 2019 DUI/DWI conviction rates was released by the University of Maryland’s National Study Center for Trauma and EMS in August 2020. The survey...

Maryland State Police Conducting Field Sobriety Checkpoints, Lyft Credit Available

Dec 30, 2022

One of the constants of the winter holiday season are sobriety checkpoints by local and state law enforcement. Troopers from the Maryland State Police conducted a sobriety checkpoint shortly before Christmas and will conduct them throughout the holidays. Being careful about impaired driving is especially important in the Ocean City, Maryland area which has the highest conviction rate for DUIs and DWIs in the state. To provide a safe alternative to drivers getting...

The effect of a DUI on your nursing career

Dec 27, 2022

It’s a crime to operate a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Maryland. But did you know that a DUI can also have severe consequences for your nursing career? Nursing licenses are considered professional licenses and can be suspended or revoked by the Board of Nursing if someone is convicted of a DUI. This means that any nursing license holder with a DUI conviction may be unable to practice nursing. Even...