Getting arrested on DUI charges can be overwhelming, particularly if you don’t know what’s coming next. An attorney specializing in DUI defense can alleviate your fears and give you a realistic picture of what to expect in the weeks following your arrest. In many...
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Here’s how many drinks it takes to get over the DUI limit
Most people who get arrested for DUI in Greater Upper Marlboro did not think they were over the legal limit for alcohol. They probably felt like they were okay to drive, but got pulled over by the police. Now they are facing a suspended driver's license, a large fine...
Maryland state trooper admits forging DUI arrests to boost his stats
If you have heard that Maryland State Police troopers have DUI arrest quotas, you heard correctly. Each year, troopers who report the most DUI arrests get awards recognizing their efforts. In addition, the State Police Impaired Driving Effort (SPIDRE), an elite unit...
Taking a look at zero tolerance laws
When it comes to underage drunk driving, there are many factors that those who have not reached the age of 21 need to recognize before they get behind the wheel. For starters, zero tolerance laws prohibit those who are under 21 from driving with any alcohol in their...
Breathalyzer results may be unreliable
Maryland prosecutors often rely on Breathalyzer tests to convict people accused of drunk driving. However, a report from The New York Times highlights the challenges of such tests as well as their questionable accuracy. While the science underlying a breath test for...
Stronger alcohol laws could reduce drunk driving deaths
Accidents involving drunk drivers around the country claim 29 lives every day, and 110 million Americans drive while intoxicated each year, according to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A nationwide .08 percent blood alcohol limit and zero...
Think to the future before pleading guilty to drunk driving
Having a police officer accuse you of drinking and driving is nerve-wracking. And while the next day after an arrest you will no doubt still be quite shaken up by the whole ordeal, this is unfortunately just the beginning. What happens next - the actions you take or...
Did a Maryland police officer ask you to walk-and-turn?
Every driver knows the feeling of driving down the road, only to see the flashing red and blue lights of a police car in the rear view mirror. You have that normal moment -- where you think, maybe it's not for me? It's not until after starting to pull to the side --...
DUI Conviction: The short and long-term consequences
A DUI is a very serious offense which carries severe penalties and often has lasting consequences for the person charged. If you have been charged with a DUI over the Labor Day weekend, or during any other time of year, it is important that you understand the types of...
Will I Lose My Security Clearance If I Get A DUI?
A DUI conviction can be life-changing. You could lose your driver's license, be forced to pay heavy fines and even spend time in jail. But for government employees who need security clearance to do their jobs, the consequences may be even more severe. If you are...
