Category Archives: DUI/DWI

Driving under the influence (DUI) is illegal in Maryland but whether it is treated as a misdemeanor or a felony may depend on the circumstances. The difference between a misdemeanor and a felony is serious. Misdemeanors are generally considered minor offenses and do not have as many life-altering consequences. A felony charge is a very serious matter. […]

When you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), the criminal penalties are only half of the consequences you will face. In addition to fines and possible jail time, you also face the suspension or revocation of your driver’s license. You are entitled to a Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) hearing to appeal any suspension of your […]

Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired (DWI) arrests typically result from a traffic stop by police. However, a police officer can’t pull you over without a valid reason. If an officer does not have a reason to pull you over in the first place, this can be the basis of a defense […]

Facing a second driving under the influence (DUI) charge can be even more daunting than your first. For a second DUI offense, the consequences are greater. For a second DUI, you will likely want the assistance of an experienced DUI attorney to help you through the process. BUT I HAD A PBJ FOR MY FIRST […]

If you participate in the Maryland Ignition Interlock Program, either voluntarily or because you were required to as the result of your conviction, it is important to be mindful of what is considered a program violation and the consequences of program violations. VIOLATIONS The Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) monitors the Ignition Interlock Program. An ignition interlock device […]

When you face criminal charges, your main concern may be, “Will I go to jail?” For a first-time offense of driving under the influence (DUI) in Maryland, you could face up to one year in jail, though many defendants receive a probation sentence instead of jail time unless there are aggravating circumstances. However, there are […]

Maryland issues commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) out to many people who decide to drive a semi-truck, bus, or another commercial vehicle for a living. These vehicles are often large and can cause serious injuries in crashes, which is why commercial drivers must go through a special application process, training program, and examinations before receiving their CDL. After you […]

A DUI can leave lasting consequences for anyone, but the penalties can fall particularly hard on a commercial driver. The legal limit for DUI is generally 0.08 percent, though, for commercial drivers, the threshold is 0.04 percent. Another important distinction to be made is that, under FMCSA regulations, a driver can lose their commercial driver’s license if they receive […]

PBJ VS DUI CONVICTION In the state of Maryland, when you’ve been charged with a DUI, your lawyer might recommend that you accept a Probation Before Judgement (PBJ) disposition which is referred to as a deferred judgment. In the case of Probation Before Judgement, you are placed on probation with a certain set of rules, regulations, and […]

Many jobs require some security clearances. This includes government and military jobs as well as government contractors, private security jobs, and more. In many cases, if you are not eligible for clearance, you will lose your job. If you have a job that depends on your security clearance, and if an officer arrests you on suspicion of driving […]