Sobriety Checkpoints: What Do You Do if You’ve Been Drinking?

By Drew Cochran | September 9, 2015

You’re driving along at 2 am, vibin’ (or as we used to say, rockin’ out) to the radio, when suddenly up ahead you see flashing lights and guys in uniforms stopping cars. Congratulations, you’ve been hooked by a sobriety checkpoint. Do you have to stop? What’s your best move, especially if you’ve had a few…

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Maryland DUI laws: DUI with Marijuana

By Drew Cochran | December 18, 2014

In the state of Maryland, it’s illegal to operate a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance that restricts your ability to drive safely. When it comes to alcohol, the standard of intoxication is clear-cut. A blood alcohol level of at least .08 percent is sufficient to warrant a DUI. For a…

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Handling Holiday DUI Checkpoints

By Drew Cochran | November 26, 2014

Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming soon and, according to the statistics, these are the two holidays when you are most likely to run into DUI checkpoints around the Annapolis area. Many people will be taking the opportunity during the holidays to have a drink or two during their time off from work, celebrating with friends and…

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What is the Parental Liability for Underage DUI

By Drew Cochran | April 16, 2014

Today’s society is looking more and more to punish parents for failing to control their children. How does this attitude translate when there are DUI charges against a minor? Are the parents liable for any damage caused by an underage drinker in the state of Maryland? There is no way to answer this question with a…

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