Posts Tagged ‘DUI’
Your Rights to an Attorney: Breathalyzer Tests
Whether or not you will be allowed to consult with an attorney before you take a breathalyzer test is a question which has significance on two fronts. Drivers charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) face not only criminal sanctions, but also the possibility of a license suspension. Maryland’s implied consent statutes and related legislation…
Read MoreWill Breathalyzers Be Able to Detect Drugs Too?
Many states, including Maryland, have laws against driving under the influence of drugs. But currently there is no equipment to test it on the road. New research may change that. Police officers have been using roadside breathalyzers to test a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for decades. However, to date, there has been no roadside…
Read MorePenalties for Drunk Driving in Maryland
The penalties for drunk driving are largely dependent on the charge being brought against the driver. In Maryland, an intoxicated driver can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Impaired (DWI).
Read More"Don’t Hold Your Breath?": Failure to Take Breathalyzer in Maryland
Failure to take breathalyzer in Maryland can result in serious penalties. A commonly held misconception in drinking and driving cases is that refusing the breath test will result in a not guilty verdict. However, refusing to submit to a breathalyzer often results in greater consequences than taking the test.
Read MoreDrowsy Driving
Many people are concerned about sharing the road with drunk drivers, and for good reason. There are many dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol or driving while intoxicated. However, many people are unaware of the dangers of sharing the road with drowsy drivers. With the recent time change and the shorter days it…
Read MoreMaryland Drinking and Driving Charges
Baltimore DUI: Halloween parties are known to be among the social highlights of the year. However, Halloween is also known for a statistical rise in DUI/DWI charges that often result from people leaving the aforementioned Halloween parties. Halloween is an exceptionally dangerous time to drink and drive. Not only are police officers on an increased…
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