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...
Drunk Driving
Local, state police say Super Bowl may have led to drunk driving
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Feb 16, 2021 | Drunk Driving
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...
Holiday drunk driving arrests down, police still concerned
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Feb 3, 2021 | Drunk Driving
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...
Drunk driving punished more harshly in Montgomery County
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Jan 5, 2021 | Drunk Driving
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...
Man allegedly caught drunk driving on viral TikTok video
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Dec 14, 2020 | Drunk Driving
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...
Maryland police watching for drunk driving during the holidays
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Nov 24, 2020 | Drunk Driving
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...
Cop accused of fabricating drunk driving arrests
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Aug 26, 2020 | Drunk Driving
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...
2 people hit by car, man charged with drunk driving
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Aug 5, 2020 | Drunk Driving
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,...
Driver’s license revocation can stem from drunk driving cases
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | May 1, 2020 | Drunk Driving
A person who is convicted on drunk driving charges will have several penalties to face. One of these is a driver's license suspension. When this occurs, you can't legally drive and can face legal consequences if you opt to drive anyway. There are several things you...
Breath-testing for marijuana impairment is controversial
On behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Mar 20, 2020 | Drunk Driving
Not all cases of impaired driving have to do with alcohol. In some cases, drugs are the culprit. One of these, marijuana, is causing a stir more than some of the others. With the increase in people who are using marijuana and its derivatives, the rate of drivers who...