Upper Marlboro DUI Defense Attorneys
Politicians know that the public supports tough DUI/DWI laws, so drunk driving laws get tougher every year. DUI is the most common reason for arrest in Maryland, and fines represent a major revenue source for localities.
The law doesn’t care that you didn’t cause harm to anyone, or that you’ve never been arrested before. Once you are arrested, they’ve got you, and only a skilled DUI lawyer can save you from fines, license suspension, alcohol and drug classes, problems with employers and schools and possibly jail.
Knowledgeable Drunk Driving Defense
At the Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney, we work with scores of DUI clients every year. Many are students from College Park. Many others are tourists passing through from New Jersey, New York or other states. In both cases, it’s important to resolve the matter quickly, with an emphasis on protecting young people’s records and scheduling court dates when they will cause the least disruption.
We defend against the full roster of DUI/DWI charges:
- First time DUI
- Multiple offense DUI
- DUI medication
- DUI drugs
- Child endangerment
- DUI injury
- Motor vehicle manslaughter
- DUI boating
- Underage DUI
- Vehicular assault
- Vehicular homicide
- Leaving the scene
Frequently Asked Questions On Maryland DUI/DWI
As your legal lifeline, we can assist in safeguarding your prospects. Here are answers to questions specific to such cases arising in Maryland.
How will the DUI/DWI conviction affect my future?
A DUI/DWI conviction in Maryland may impact your future in the following ways:
- A DUI/DWI conviction will appear on your criminal record, affecting employment opportunities, housing applications and professional licensing.
- Maryland imposes strict penalties on driver’s licenses for DUI/DWI convictions depending on how serious the offense is and your prior record.
- A DUI/DWI conviction can significantly increase car insurance premiums.
- Fines and court costs can create a financial burden.
DUI/DWI charges carry significant consequences that should be arguably treated with utmost legal interventions.
How will a DUI/DWI impact my ability to maintain my driver’s license?
If your blood alcohol content level is .08% or higher, your license will be confiscated immediately and can be suspended for six months. Subsequent offenses or higher BAC levels can lead to more extended suspension periods or revocation of your license. You may be able to retain your driving privileges for work or school, but only through prompt legal action.
Maryland has very strict rules around DUI/DWIs – what are they?
The Maryland legal limit for driving under the influence is a BAC of .08% or higher. But, if your BAC is between .07% and .08%, you can still be charged with the same offense.
Maryland also has an “implied consent” law. This means that by operating a vehicle on public roads, you have implicitly consented to a chemical test. Refusing such a test can result in an automatic license suspension, even if you are ultimately not convicted of DUI/DWI.
What does “adjudicated” mean in DUIs?
Adjudication is the legal process of determining guilt or innocence. When charged with a DUI/DWI, your case will go through the adjudication process, which involves a court hearing or trial. If you’re found guilty or plead guilty, you are considered “adjudicated” for the offense through a formal judgment or a rendered sentence.
Contact Us For Help
DUI charges are expensive and risky. Our goal at the Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney is to provide defense that attacks the search and arrest process, and to cast doubt on the reliability of the testing. Our attorneys always look for a dismissal of charges, or a very significant reduction. In cases of conviction, we seek alternative punishments that minimize the damage done to you by the law.
We also assist with DUI-related issues, such as Breathalyzer refusal, driver’s license revocation and ignition interlock installation.
Have you been arrested for DUI/DWI? Call the Upper Marlboro DUI defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney at 301-579-3429.
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