Drunk Driving

Being arrested on allegations of drunk driving can already lead to serious consequences. However, those who are faced with aggravated DUI charges might have a bit more on the line. An aggravated DUI charge is usually the result of extenuating circumstances outside of...

If a police officer suspects a driver has been drinking, he or she has several options for determining whether that individual is intoxicated. One of the more commonly known methods is the Breathalyzer test, which measures a person’s blood alcohol content. However,...

Being arrested for a DUI may not seem like a big deal, as it is something that happens every day in this country to many people. However, if someone accused of drunk driving is involved in a fatal crash, it could seriously alter the course of that person’s life. A...

Recently, people across the country gathered together to take in the biggest football game of the year. These celebrations are generally fun events filled with entertainment, food and alcohol. Unfortunately, they may also lead to an arrest for drunk driving. Local law...

The 2020 holiday season may seem like a distant memory, but law enforcement agencies around the nation are just now releasing arrest data for that time period. Montgomery County announced the conclusions drawn by its Holiday Alcohol Task Force, including the number of...

There are some areas of Maryland where people may mistakenly believe that being arrested for DUI is not a big deal. However, a recent analysis conducted by local media found that punishment for a drunk driving conviction can vary widely across the state. Critics fear...

Social media has changed the world in numerous ways, and many of those changes are welcome. However, it also seems to have encouraged some people to take dangerous risks in the hopes of achieving online fame. In other cases, it may also help police determine what...

The upcoming holiday season means different things for different people, but it is still a time of celebration for many. Those celebrations often include the consumption of alcohol. What people need to watch out for is imbibing too much, getting behind the wheel of a...

The criminal justice system takes intoxicated driving very seriously. This is understandable, as drunk driving can put the public’s safety at risk. People need to be able to trust that when someone is charged with a DUI that it is necessary and in the best interest of...

It’s a common part of life for many adults to responsibly enjoy alcohol. However, driving after consuming alcohol could present a problem if the person is pulled over by police. Some people may not realize they are legally intoxicated even if they feel fine to drive,...