DUI

We’ve all either seen or heard about real-life instances of drinking and driving. Many of the stories are similar. The driver weaves back and forth erratically on the road and gets flagged by police. Or, the story ends in a crash, severe injuries, or even worse. Some DUI tales even involve high speed chases that…

Probably, the only time you ever get convicted of a DWI is if you refuse the take the breath test at the station. Let’s say for example that you’ve been pulled over in the middle of the night. The officer subjects you to field sobriety tests – which you should refuse. However, following a failed…

DUI – driving under the influence – is a crime in Maryland. If you get caught behind the wheel after having a few drinks, you can get arrested for driving under the influence. A DUI conviction costs you time, money and freedom. The law says that you can’t drive, or attempt to drive, any vehicle…

The legal limit for drinking and driving is commonly believed to be .08, but in the State of Maryland, the legal limit is actually .07. A DWI (Driving While Impaired) is .07. A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) is .08. Both are punishable by jail, and both are subject to points against your license. Generally…

If you’ve never seen one, ignition interlock devices aren’t pretty. The “interlock” part means that the device can prevent ignition or shut down the engine if alcohol is detected when the device is used; that means it has to be hardwired into your car. The handheld Breathalyzer is bulky, and dragging that cord around knocks…