In Maryland, and every other state in the country except for Utah (which has a .05 BAC limit), a driver with a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of .08 or higher can be charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Your BAC level can get you into trouble in many ways. For instance, young [...]
There are consequences for having a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction or a driving while impaired conviction (DWI) on your criminal record – even after you have served your sentence, paid your fine, and complied with any license suspension requirement. Ideally, expunging your DUI/DWI would eliminate these consequences. However, Maryland generally does not permit [...]
Many DUI and DWI defense cases depend on expert witnesses. To be sure, there are many cases where a skilled defense lawyer can obtain a dismissal or an acquittal without an expert, many cases revolve around the validity and credibility of field sobriety tests and chemical tests. Expert witnesses can demonstrate that the proper equipment [...]
If the police suspect that you have been driving while intoxicated, they will ask you to submit to three field sobriety tests. If you fail any one of the three standard field sobriety tests, the police will likely ask you to submit to a breathalyzer test. You can refuse to take these tests but your [...]
Missing a court date can have serious consequences, potentially worsening your legal troubles. Whether due to oversight, emergency, or misunderstanding, failing to appear in court can lead to a range of legal and practical repercussions. When facing criminal charges, it’s vital to understand these consequences and how to address them effectively. Immediate consequences of missing [...]
Juvenile crime is a significant concern in Annapolis, as it is in many other communities. For families facing the difficult situation of having a child involved in the criminal justice system, it’s important to understand the legal consequences and available defense strategies. Today I want to talk about the complexities of juvenile crimes in Annapolis, [...]
The American justice system is supposed to be fair. It was designed that way. But things don’t always go the way you hope. This is especially true when facing criminal charges in Maryland. Fear and confusion can easily cloud your judgment, leading you to fall prey to common myths that can have lasting consequences. As [...]
Millions of people use platforms like Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok to share personal moments, opinions, and updates. While social media can be a great way to stay connected, it can also have serious implications if you are facing criminal charges. Today I’d like to talk about the effects of social media on your case [...]
Whenever an accident results in a fatality, there is always a possibility that criminal charges will be filed against the negligent party. According to Maryland law, it is against the law to cause the death of another person while operating a motor vehicle if the person who caused the death was “criminally negligent.” What’s the [...]
There’s only one thing more stressful than getting arrested: your parent, spouse, child, guardian, uncle, cousin, or grandparent just got arrested. If your loved one has been arrested in Annapolis (or anywhere in Maryland, really), here are some steps you can take to navigate the situation: Try to stay calm: It's natural to feel overwhelmed [...]
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