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- New Maryland Law Will Have Disastrous Impact on DUI/DWI Cases and Commercial Drivers
Apr 29, 2024
Defendants in Maryland DUI/DWI cases will not be able to benefit from state laws allowing them to forego having an interlock ignition device installed in their vehicles under a law awaiting the governor’s signature. Currently, it’s up to the judge to decide, in many instances, whether the device should be installed. However, the new law requires that defendants install the interlock even in cases where the defendant gets probation before judgment (PBJ) or a...Read More - Maryland Lawmakers Strengthen Penalties for Drunk Drivers
Apr 22, 2024
Maryland lawmakers have strengthened the penalties for convicted drunk drivers. They eliminated a major loophole in the state’s ignition interlock law. The legislature recently approved a bill that will require Maryland drunk drivers to complete the Ignition Interlock System Program. The device will have to be in place for six months. The categories of drivers that must complete the interlock program will include: Those who receive probation before judgment (PBJ) for driving under...Read More - How do search warrants work?
Apr 17, 2024
Search warrants are an important aspect of the criminal justice system. They help protect citizens’ rights while allowing law enforcement to investigate potential crimes. As a citizen, you should understand how search warrants work and your rights when faced with a warrant. Understanding a search warrant A search warrant is law enforcement’s Obtaining a search warrant The police must present probable cause to a judge, demonstrating that there is...Read More - The most serious injuries from car accidents
Apr 12, 2024
If you have been in a car accident or know someone who has, you are probably familiar with the range of injuries that a person can sustain in a crash. From minor scrapes to the possibility of death, car accidents are nothing short of serious and every crash should be taken as such. Whether you are driving the car, a passenger or a pedestrian, the second you hit the road, Brain injuries...Read More - How criminal charges can affect college students
Apr 2, 2024
Maryland is a home of higher education with colleges including the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University. As they sometimes do, people attending college typically enjoy parties and living exciting lives. Unfortunately, something that began with good intentions could result in you getting arrested before you graduate. What happens immediately following an arrest Whether you’re a college student or not, the initial timeline after an arrest will generally be the same. After...Read More - What violations add points to your Maryland driver’s license?
Mar 28, 2024
Here in Maryland, the law is strict when it comes to maintaining safe roads and highways. The state uses a points system for driver’s licenses to ensure the safety of all pedestrians, motorists and passengers. This system penalizes drivers for specific traffic violations, targeting those that could endanger lives and property. Which offenses add points? In Maryland, several drug or alcohol-related offenses leaving the scene of an accident ...Read More - Why you should pay off your credit card debt now
Mar 27, 2024
Rising inflation and interest rate hikes have left millions of consumers in Maryland and throughout the country struggling to make ends meet. A report released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals that the amount of revolving debt being carried by American consumers has risen to $1.13 trillion. Credit card debt increased by a worrying $212 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023 alone. High rates and delinquencies Paying off that...Read More - Does cellphone use cause car accidents?
Mar 25, 2024
In the state of Maryland, and anywhere else for that matter, cellphone use in cars can be dangerous. Using a cell phone while driving can be one of the most dangerous things you can do. While this dangerous act may go under-reported, it has certainly contributed to many crashes in the state. The dangers of cellphone use You should be aware of the fact that read or respond to texts ...Read More - What you need to know about underride accidents
Mar 20, 2024
Truck-related accidents account for many traffic fatalities in Maryland. That’s especially true concerning underride accidents. Underride accidents occur when passenger vehicles become wedged under a semi truck. There are two types of underride accidents: rear and side underride accidents. Here are some things you should know about side and rear underride accidents. Rear underride Rear underride accidents happen when a passenger vehicle hits the back end of a semi-truck. This type of underride...Read More - Inaccurate roadside drug tests have led to wrongful arrests
Mar 18, 2024
About 1.5 million people are arrested on drug charges every year, and approximately 773,000 of them are taken into custody after a drug field test identified a substance in their possession as a controlled substance. Field drug testing kits are used by Maryland law enforcement agencies because they are easy to use and inexpensive. They are also highly unreliable. According to a report released by the University of Pennsylvania in January 2024, about 30,000 people...Read More