Drunk Driving

Imagine, after a night on the town, you might have one drink too many and decide to head home, only to catch sight of flashing lights in the rearview mirror. When you’re facing a charge related to impaired driving, the terminology can be confusing. Three little...

A pretext traffic stop occurs when law enforcement pulls a driver over after allegedly spotting a minor traffic violation, but the real reason that they’re making the stop is suspicion of unrelated criminal activity. In other words, the traffic offense—like a broken...

Drivers who are pulled over by the police may have their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) tested if they are suspected of drunk driving. Maryland laws prohibit drivers over 21 years of age from having a 0.08% BAC – the BAC limit is 0.02% for drivers under 21 years...

A DUI charge can be overwhelming, but it doesn't always mean a conviction is inevitable. With the right legal approach, there are ways to challenge the case and seek a dismissal. From mistakes during a traffic stop to lack of evidence, several factors can weaken the...

When a police officer wants to determine if a driver is impaired, they may give them field sobriety tests. Failing these tests is often enough for arrest. The three main tests that are used are known as the horizontal gaze nystagmus (HGN) test, the walk-and-turn test...

Driving under the influence poses serious risks to public safety, and Maryland law takes DUI offenses seriously. One measure to prevent repeat offenses is the ignition interlock device (IID). This tool helps ensure drivers do not operate their vehicles while impaired....

If you get arrested on DUI charges, it may be because you failed the breath test. Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was over the limit of 0.08%. You may also have a lower limit if you are an underage driver or a commercial driver. If you find yourself in this...

If a vehicle is stopped by the police because they suspect that the driver is drunk, the driver may be asked to perform a field sobriety test. The intent behind a field sobriety test is to see whether a driver can perform physical and mental tasks. If a driver was...

You can certainly get a DUI in Maryland if you’ve been drinking alcohol before you get behind the wheel. This is how most impaired driving cases occur. Additionally, you could face allegations of impairment if you have been smoking marijuana or using illegal drugs,...

When law enforcement in Maryland suspects a driver of being under the influence, they may request a breathalyzer test. This test measures blood alcohol concentration and plays a crucial role in DUI investigations. While some drivers may consider refusing the test, it...