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- 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 - How can a BUI can affect my driving privileges?
Jun 27, 2022
Every state has driving under the influence laws to keep drivers and passengers safe while on the road. The federal government and every state have boating under the influence laws to keep people safe on the water. BUI laws allow police to check that the operators and passengers of watercraft are acting safely in Maryland. A BUI can have serious financial consequences, including increased boater and auto insurance rates, heavy monetary fines and jail time...Read More - New Video Series! Ask an Attorney Featuring Michael Walls
Jun 27, 2022
We’re debuting the first two episodes of our new video series “Ask an Attorney”. You’ll be able to keep up with the series here on our website, or on our Introducing Attorney Michael Walls Transcript Hi, I’m Attorney Mike Walls from Maronick Law offices. We’re here to answer your questions! [Assistant] Alright Mike, how long have you practiced Criminal Law, and how much of your case load...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 - Maryland boating accidents may happen
Jun 7, 2022
Everyone loves summertime, getting out on the water and enjoying time with friends and family. With more people out and on the water, an accident may happen to boaters, swimmers, fishing enthusiasts and others. With this in mind, residents of Maryland may want to learn more about a recent accident that happened in the area north of Assateague State Park Marina, causing a fatality. All types of watercraft may be an accident. According to...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 - Explaining the Penalties for Violating Ocean City’s “Special Event Zones”
May 27, 2022
We are proud to be a statewide Maryland law firm and to be the go-to criminal defense and DUI law firm, as the best-reviewed firm with a local office in Ocean City. We constantly are getting locals and visitors asking us about the “special event zones.” Why can you suddenly go to jail for certain offenses that may seem minor? Why are you paying a higher fine for something as seemingly tame as speeding? The...Read More