Refusing to submit to a chemical test after a Maryland police officer has arrested you on suspicion of drunk driving could lead to the suspension of your license. Clearly, that could cause great inconvenience to you and your family if you have one.
While you may, depending on your situation, be permitted to continue driving temporarily until you can challenge the suspension, that is not the case for everyone. Either way, you should start considering alternative ways to move around. Here are some that could work for you.
Public transportation
One way to move around after your license is suspended is by using public transportation. You should learn about schedules if you choose this option, as buses and trains operate on specific timetables.
Rideshare services
Rideshare services are convenient. All you need to do is request a ride through a mobile app. This is a flexible way to get to work, the grocery store, appointments and other destinations at any time of the day or night. That said, it could soon get expensive if you need to use these services much.
Relying on friends, colleagues or loved ones
You can request your family members and friends to drive you around. It’s important to be considerate of your loved ones’ time, though. Alternatively, a colleague might be able to give you a lift to and from work, and you could repay the favour by covering or splitting the cost of the gas
If you find yourself in this situation, seek more information to learn how you may be able to challenge the license suspension and any associated DUI charge.