Blog: DUI/DWI
- Will a DUI arrest in Maryland affect my CDL?
Aug 16, 2022
If you are stopped an accused of a DUI in Maryland, one thing to keep in mind is that your commercial driver’s license could be affected. The DUI laws throughout the state are very strict and do make it so that you could lose your right to drive commercially if you are caught driving drunk. Remember that the rules for commercial drivers are stricter than for others. You may not have a blood alcohol...Read More - Maryland driver’s license points for a DUI
Aug 15, 2022
Maryland uses a points-based system for traffic violations. It’s intended as a way of singling out the drivers who are putting others – and themselves – most at risk. A DUI is twelve points in this system. How do driver’s license points work? Different types of hazardous driving behavior translates into a different number of points based on how severe the For instance, two points are given for speeding as long...Read More - Will I go to jail for my first DUI?
Aug 12, 2022
If you are convicted of your first DUI offense in Maryland, you may face a variety of penalties. These may include a license suspension, a fine and the need to attend traffic school. It’s also possible that you will spend time in jail even if you have no prior record of impaired driving. A jail sentence will depend on several factors For a You might be sentenced to community service instead...Read More - How can a DUI arrest affect your student aid?
Aug 12, 2022
A DUI arrest can negatively impact your life in many ways. If you’re a college student, you might worry if it could affect your financial aid. How do colleges view a DUI arrest? It’s fair to worry that your current college or one that you are planning on transferring to might see you in a negative light if you have been arrested for How can a DUI affect your student aid?...Read More - What are some defenses against a DUI or DWI charge in Maryland?
Aug 9, 2022
Each Maryland arrest for impaired driving is different. The available legal strategies will depend on the facts of the case. Many Maryland DUI/DWI legal defenses are based on taking advantage of the mistakes made by law enforcement in handling your arrest. There are several defenses that can be applied. Was the stop lawful? If Maryland law enforcement stopped your car and did not have probable cause for the stop, evidence obtained during the...Read More - A DUI charge could mean jail time
Jul 27, 2022
In Maryland, there are two different drunk driving statutes, and the crime that you are charged with depends on your blood alcohol level. In either scenario, you could face jail time, a fine or other penalties for a first or subsequent offense. Driving under the influence If your Driving while impaired If your blood alcohol content is lower, you’ll likely be charged with driving while impaired(DWI). This is not a...Read More - What are the impaired driving penalties in Maryland when there are injuries?
Jul 22, 2022
About 8,000 impaired-driving crashes occur every year on Maryland roads and about 35 percent of those auto accidents result in injury. DWI/DUI penalties vary depending on the charge and whether a first or repeat offense is involved. In general, a first offense is a misdemeanor and involves a suspended license, the possibility of jail time and fines. Maximum penalties for a first offense for causing life threatening injuries by motor vehicle while under the...Read More - Can I get a DUI expunged in Maryland?
Jul 19, 2022
Facing drunk driving charges can be confusing and frustrating. In addition to the lengthy court process, you may find yourself with limitations on your driving privileges, making it difficult to live your life. If you are convicted of a DUI, you could also face other consequences since a DUI can mean you have a criminal record. A criminal charge could mean that you face other limitations, too. Here’s what you should know about...Read More - What are the impaired driving penalties in Maryland when children are in the car?
Jul 11, 2022
We’ve talked about the penalties for repeat offenses involving Maryland has a different set of penalties when minors are being transported by a driver who is convicted of driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence. Maryland law is clear that driving drunk or impaired with a child in the car who is under the age of 18 serves as an aggravating factor to impaired driving charges. An aggravating factor is an element...Read More - What are Maryland’s underage DUI laws and penalties?
Jul 7, 2022
Underage drinking is an offense that Maryland authorities take seriously. Facing such charges can negatively impact your life, but you can protect your rights. You should know about the state’s underage DUI laws and penalties. What are Maryland’s underage DUI laws? Maryland has laws against The state doesn’t have an actual underage DUI law, but drivers younger than 21 have a restriction on their licenses. If someone is found to be...Read More