Category Archives: DUI/DWI

Driving under the influence (DUI) per se makes it illegal to operate a motor vehicle when your blood alcohol content (BAC) is over the legal limit. A DUI per se is usually determined by a breath or a blood test. In Maryland, the required BAC for DUI per se is .08% or higher. But why […]

When it comes to driving under the influence (DUI) offense, Maryland law can be harsh. Repeat offenders will often receive the maximum penalty allowed. This is especially true if it is your third or more DUI offense. In Maryland, a repeat offender is any driver who has been convicted of a DUI offense within the […]

A driving under the influence (DUI) charge in a federal jurisdiction can be a serious and complicated matter. If your arrest was made on federal property under the control of the National Park Service such as the Baltimore Washington Parkway, a national park, or elsewhere, your DUI will be federal and different rules will apply. […]

Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired (DWI) are serious offenses in Maryland. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between 2003 and 2012, 1,716 people were killed by a drunk driver in Maryland. If you are involved in an accident as a result of your DUI or DWI, the penalties become […]

Many sought-after professions require you to first obtain a license. Licensing boards decide who qualifies for a license, and requirements usually include completing an educational program, gaining certain practical experience, and passing an exam. Many licensing boards also take a close look at an applicant’s personal history, including overall character, misconduct, or any possible financial […]

There’s a misconception that being charged with a DUI is the same as being convicted of a DUI. DUI Charge vs Conviction The main difference between a DUI charge and a conviction is that a DUI conviction occurs in court where a judge finds you guilty of a DUI. A DUI charge occurs when an officer […]

Being gainfully employed and making money to support your family is not something you should take for granted. If you are lucky enough to have an established career, you want to do everything you can to hold onto it. If you have been charged with a DUI or DWI, you may be facing the potential […]

In most DUI cases, law enforcement uses breathalyzer tests to determine a driver’s breath alcohol content (BrAC). This is because blood tests are generally more expensive for the state to administer. WHEN IS A BLOOD TEST ADMINISTERED If a driver has been hospitalized due to an accident, the police will not have the opportunity to […]

Maryland is home to many higher education institutions that compete in Division I of the NCAA. Talented athletes from across the country receive scholarships to play various sports at the University of Maryland, Loyola University, Mount St. Mary’s University, and others. When you work hard to excel at a sport in high school, learning that you received an […]

Participating in Maryland’s Ignition Interlock Program can be stressful. Advertisements for ignition interlock devices out that their accuracy is “unparalleled,” but this isn’t always the case. These devices are meant to prevent drunk driving, but several things can cause false positive readings that lead to problems with your ability to drive. WHAT IS AN IGNITION INTERLOCK DEVICE? […]