If you get pulled over on suspicion of impaired driving, the police officer may ask you to do a field sobriety test. An example of this is the walk-and-turn test, where you walk to a predetermined point, turn around, and return to the officer. You may also have to do...
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Why do people get a DUI the next day?
Most people who get arrested on DUI charges find themselves under arrest on the same day that they consumed alcohol. Many times, they are just driving home from the bar or a social gathering – immediately after drinking. They went out to drink with their friends or...
Can you get a DUI if the car isn’t moving?
You are out with friends, sharing some drinks and having a good time on the weekend. Eventually, it comes time for everyone to go home. Your friends all get in their cars and drive away. As soon as you get in your car, though, you realize that there is no way that you...
You can get a DUI under the legal limit
Many people know that you can get a DUI if you are over the legal limit: A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08%. They believe that this limit is what decides whether or not you will be charged. If you are over it, you get a DUI. If you are under it, the officer...
Maryland DUI: 3 factors that can work in your favor
A drunk driving conviction can have significant repercussions, from the loss of your driving privileges to even spending time behind bars. In Maryland, even a first-time offense for driving under the influence can result in up to a year in jail, fines of up to $1,000...
Off the road: Explaining license suspension periods in Maryland
The suspension of driving privileges carries significant legal and personal implications. Understanding the duration and parameters of these penalties is crucial for individuals facing potential license suspension. This blog post provides an overview of driver's...
What drivers often get wrong about implied consent in Maryland
Some people mistakenly believe that police officers can only arrest someone for drunk driving when they display poor control of a vehicle. However, police officers can pull someone over for an unrelated issue and then eventually arrest a driver for impairment at the...
Why your first BUI or DUI may be penalized like a second one
Even in a state like Maryland, where boating is a popular pastime on a multitude of beautiful waterways, too many people don’t consider boating under the influence (BUI) to be as serious as driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Both,...
How can you protect your rights during a Maryland DUI stop?
Confronting charges for driving under the influence (DUI) can be a life-altering event, resulting in fines, license suspension and even jail time. In Maryland, the penalties for a DUI conviction can be severe, with a first-time offender facing up to one year in prison...
What should you expect at a sobriety checkpoint?
In Maryland, one common element that often leads to driving while impaired (DWI) charges is a sobriety checkpoint. For most drivers, the thought of being stopped at a checkpoint can be unsettling. However, knowing what to expect can make all the difference. This blog...