Drunk Driving

Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired (DWI) are terms interchangeably used when referring to a drunk driving offense in some states. However, it is a bit different in Maryland. A DUI and a DWI do not refer to the same exact offense, at least...

If the worst has happened and you’ve found yourself pulled over by the police for driving while under the influence, it can feel like the end of the world. You’ll have a hundred questions and thoughts going through your head about what’s coming next and how this is...

Say that you’re driving home after work one evening when you see a DUI checkpoint on the road ahead of you. You know that these checkpoints are legal, and you also know that arriving at the checkpoint means you have to listen to the instructions from the police...

The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects Americans from unlawful searches and seizures. Law enforcement has numerous powers, but these must not infringe on the liberty of individuals. You may think the police can pull you over any time they like, but...

Drunk driving is taken very seriously in Maryland. If convicted, you stand to lose more than your freedom. You must also deal with the financial implications of a conviction, which may negatively affect your quality of life. Some of these consequences cut across both...

Maryland has made the law clear. If the authorities request that you take a breathalyzer test and you refuse, you can face immediate penalties.  However, it is important to consider what you do here carefully since taking the breath test and failing it leads to even...

Police officers want to catch drunk drivers. They have an obligation to promote public safety, and impaired driving cases frequently lead to people pleading guilty to the charges against them. Every drunk driving stop potentially bolsters an officer's success rate...

When the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, they must have sufficient legal reasons to do so. Otherwise, the stop may be unlawful. The right against arbitrary searches by law enforcement is vested in the U.S. Constitution, and an illegal stop is a...

Blaming a high blood alcohol concentration (BAC) reading on something other than alcohol might seem like a long shot. Yet, if you are facing drunk driving charges, it is crucial to consider all the options. Here are some everyday prescription medicines used to treat...

If the police arrest you and charge you with driving under the influence (DUI), it is crucial you understand the full extent to which a conviction could affect your life. Aside from potential license suspensions, fines and jail time, you could also be doomed to pay...