DUI

There are numerous severe consequences to a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction in Maryland. You can be sentenced to some prison time even for a first-time conviction. You will have to pay a fine and court costs. Your insurance premiums will skyrocket after you serve any suspension period. Your driver’s license could be revoked.…

Do you remember getting grounded as a kid? Do you remember what it was like to lose certain privileges you took for granted, and just how hard it was to deal with? Sometimes you don’t realize how much you need something before it’s taken away, and that doesn’t change as you grow up. As adults,…

Here’s the thing with laws most people don’t always realize: there are a LOT of them. As many laws as you think there are, double that and maybe double it again. Not only does the United States as a whole have statutes up the wazoo (technical lawyer term), but every individual state does as well.…

It’s not uncommon to make a mistake when it comes to driving. Whether that be speeding, or parking in the wrong area, or forgetting to pay a traffic ticket; there are many laws and regulations that sometimes you simply don’t know about or mindlessly break. The problem is when you break the wrong laws or…

Whether you were convicted of a DUI or you simply wanted to avoid having your license suspended, having an Ignition Interlock Device installed in your car is not fun, and it makes life more difficult. These devices require constant maintenance, are often too sensitive (detecting even the alcohol from your mouthwash), and having them installed…

Generally, when we think of driving under the influence, we think of alcohol and/or drugs such as cannabis, cocaine, or heroin. While it is against the law to drive while under the influence of those substances, it is also illegal to drive under the influence of any substance that inhibits your ability to drive safely.…

If you are having to deal with an ignition interlock device, it is likely that you have been convicted of driving while intoxicated. Whether you chose to have the device installed instead of having to suffer a suspension, or you were legally required to have it installed, the device comes with several rules and requirements…

When you are charged with a DUI, there are myriad of decisions that have to be made by you and your attorney. One of the most important decisions is whether or not you should fight the charge or plead guilty. An important factor in determining whether or not you should plead is if there are…

The holidays are here again – they kick off around these parts with Thanksgiving and go right on through New Year’s. There’s really nothing quite like gathering with friends and family to celebrate the season, and it means even more right now as we come out of two years of staying in and staying home.…