Blog: DUI/DWI
- What are the penalties in Maryland for repeat drug DUI convictions?
Jul 5, 2022
In Maryland, impaired driving whether it stems from alcohol or drugs is illegal. However, when most people hear the phrase “DUI,” they think about those who mix alcohol use and driving. Maryland drivers can be charged with a DUI even if they don’t have any alcohol in their system. Being impaired by drugs, even legal drugs or marijuana, and driving can lead to a DUI charge. There are two “impaired while driving” charges in...Read More - Potential penalties for intoxicated driving in Maryland
Jun 28, 2022
Being charged with driving under the influence is a serious criminal charge in Maryland. The state has opted for a unique approach to prosecuting impaired driving by establishing both a DUI and DWI standard. For alcohol impairment cases, the 0.08% blood alcohol concentration threshold applies while 0.07% BAC results in a DWI charge where the driver is impaired but not considered intoxicated. This also allows for some level of plea bargaining or even a...Read More - What are the penalties in Maryland for repeat drug DWI convictions?
Jun 17, 2022
Impaired driving is illegal in Maryland whether it stems from alcohol or drugs. When most people hear the phrases “driving under the influence” (DUI)” or “driving while intoxicated” (DWI), they think about charges related to alcohol and driving. However, being impaired by drugs while driving can lead to DWI drugs charges. Penalties for a first time Maryland drug DWI conviction Those convicted for a first-time DWI offense could be subject to the following...Read More - What can a Maryland DUI lawyer do for you?
Jun 10, 2022
If you find yourself arrested for DUI, you’ll need legal help fast. You should know what a Maryland DUI attorney can do for you. What are Maryland’s DUI laws? Maryland has two sets of drinking and driving laws: How can a DUI attorney help? A DUI attorney can review the facts in your case and investigate what happened if necessary. This helps them build a strong defense, but sometimes, the...Read More - What are the penalties for repeat DWI charges in Maryland?
Jun 3, 2022
Maryland’s politicians are serious about cracking down on impaired driving. They changed the laws in 2019, increasing the maximum penalties for repeated incidences of impaired driving. Enhancing the punishment for multiple instances of drunk driving was a priority for Republican Gov. Larry Hogan. He introduced the bill several times until it became law. Two types of Maryland drunk driving charges There are two basic drunk driving charges in Maryland – DUI and...Read More - What are the penalties in Maryland for repeat DUI convictions?
May 31, 2022
About one-third of Maryland’s roadway deaths are caused by impaired drivers. Many of those fatal accidents are caused by drivers who were previously convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while impaired (DWI). A person with a prior DUI has four times the risk of being involved in a fatal car crash, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic. There are two “ DUI stands for “driving under the influence.” A DUI is...Read More - What should I expect after a DUI arrest in Maryland?
May 27, 2022
Maryland takes driving under the influence seriously. If you’re arrested for DUI, you need immediate help and should know what to expect. What are the state’s DUI laws? Maryland has two offenses related to drunk driving: driving under the influence or DUI and driving while impaired or DWI. DUI is a crime that occurs when a person’s blood alcohol concentration or BAC is .08 or higher. A person can be found guilty of...Read More - 2022 Maryland Boating Season Will See Increase in BWIs and BUIs
May 26, 2022
No one should be operating a boat under the influence of alcohol or drugs but beer and boating are a natural combination for many Maryland boaters. And with Memorial Day – the start of the Maryland boating season – just around the corner and pandemic restrictions mostly eliminated, a lot of watercraft will be on the waterways. Sadly, boating fatalities have increased by 25% during the pandemic and are expected to climb even higher...Read More - The differences between the DUI and DWI in Maryland
May 24, 2022
The terms “DUI” and “DWI” are interchangeable for most people. They both mean drinking and driving, right? Wrong. In Maryland, DUI and DWI DWI explained The crime of driving while intoxicated (DWI) is driving with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of more than 0.07 percent and less than 0.08 percent. In other words, this is a crime for drivers whose BAC is just below the legal limit for DUI and cannot be...Read More - Are you required to have the interlock on a Maryland DUI?
May 17, 2022
How Maryland laws don’t always mesh with other states In Maryland, the interlock is often the option defendants have for being able to drive despite blowing a .15 on the intoximeter, or refusing to blow into the intoximeter. But even if you So let’s unpack this: You refuse the intoximeter test back at the station. You have the MVA hearing. You win on not being properly advised (for example) you...Read More