Can You Get a DUI Without Drinking Alcohol?
Category: Maryland DUI
July 10, 2019
Most people think of driving under the influence as synonymous with drinking and driving, but the truth is that you can be charged with a DUI even if you haven’t had a single sip of alcohol. Let’s take a closer look at what driving under the influence actually encompasses to understand how this is possible. […]
Common Questions About Ignition Interlock
Category: Maryland DUI
June 13, 2019
If you’ve been charged with a DUI, or know someone who has, then you may have heard the term”ignition interlock” thrown around. But what exactly is an Ignition Interlock System? An Ignition Interlock System is a breathalyzer that’s installed in your car, ensuring the driver is sober before driving. Many states, Maryland included, require them […]
3 Things to Bring to Your DUI Consultation
Category: Maryland DUI
May 3, 2019
Drinking and driving laws on Maryland are severe, and the associated penalties don’t get any lighter. A DUI conviction can result in fines, jail times, license suspension, and even probation. Employment discrimination and social stigma are also common occurrences following a DUI conviction, which could also impact your security clearance, immigration status, and insurance rates. […]
Getting a DUI Doesn’t Have to Ruin Your Life
Category: Maryland DUI
March 12, 2019
Being pulled over and charged with a DUI can certainly feel like the end of the world. Between the criminal charges and the potential loss of your license, to say that being charged with a DUI is stressful is a gross understatement. However, your DUI doesn’t have to ruin your life. When you work with […]
Was Your License Suspended by a DUI?
Category: Maryland DUI
February 13, 2019
Being charged with a DUI comes with many complications and consequences. Along with the criminal element of the event, you will also face possible license suspension from the MVA. If you’ve been charged with a DUI in the state of Maryland, you need to work with a lawyer to ensure that your license is not […]
What Does it Mean to be “Wet Reckless”?
Category: Maryland DUI,Maryland DWI
November 26, 2018
The phrase “wet reckless” may call to mind images of jet-skiing, but when it comes to the law, the phrase is anything but fun. “Wet Reckless” is a term used to describe a particular kind of criminal charge and today we’re going to be exploring the term in a bit more depth. What does “Wet […]
What Changes in an Aggravated DUI?
Category: Maryland DUI
November 8, 2018
Aggravated charges are criminal charges that have been escalated according to the circumstances of the crime. An aggravated assault, for example is an assault that resulted in more serious injuries for the person who was assaulted. Today we’re going to be talking about aggravated DUI charges, how they happen, and what they mean for your […]
What is Negligence?
Category: Maryland Car Accidents,Maryland DUI,Maryland DWI
October 11, 2018
Negligence is an important term in the legal world. If charged with a crime, the word negligence may be used to describe your actions when the crime occurred. The dictionary describes negligence as, “failure to take proper care in doing something”, but what does it mean when examined in a legal context? Let’s take a […]
Does Maryland Have Dram Shop Laws?
Category: Maryland DUI,Maryland DWI
October 4, 2018
When a drunk driver injures or kills another person on the road, is the bar that served them the drinks responsible for the accident? According to Dram Shop Laws, they most certainly are. The question, however, is whether or not this is the case in the state of Maryland. Let’s take a look. What is […]
Can I Get a DUI If I’m Parked?
Category: Maryland DUI
September 13, 2018
The short answer is: Yes. You can get a DUI even if your car is in park. Now, you may be thinking, “But I’m not even driving!” Well, that may be so. However, if the prosecution can prove you were about to drive, or you had just been driving, you’re going to be convicted. How […]
