Maryland DUI

Skilled Maryland DUI Lawyer

DUI or Driving Under the Influence is a common criminal offense. In fact, it is likely one of the more common crimes that people are charged with. And while many people know that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal, Maryland law enforcement officers make daily arrests for DUI and DWI.

An investigation into Maryland DUI charges begins long before your breath test and sometimes even before you are pulled over. Erratic driving is just one factor that can be listed on the police report of evidence of your drinking. If the police believe they have probable cause to pull you over, they will likely approach your vehicle with all sorts of questions. Many people do not know this but you are under no obligation to answer questions such as, "Where are you coming from" and "How much have you had to drink?"

A Maryland DUI attorney would recommend you be cooperative as possible without making statements that could later be used against you.

From your driving behavior to your appearance, speech patterns, and even your scent, police are gathering evidence for a DUI case with every action they take. By telling them you wish to speak with an attorney as soon as its apparent you will be arrested, you could save some time and stress in the arrest procedures.

The penalties for Maryland DUI are plenty and depend on a number of factors. However, the penalties listed below are generally those applied:

First Offense DUI: Up to 12 months in jail, fines reaching $1,000, loss of driving privileges

Second Offense DUI: Up to 2 years in jail, $2,000 in fines, and loss of driving privileges.

Third Offense DUI: Up to 3 years in jail, $3,000 in fines, and loss of driving privileges.

If your 3^rd offense comes within 5 years of your last DUI, you will serve a mandatory minimum of 10 days.

Your driving privileges are suspended by the Maryland MVA and you have 10 days from the date of your arrest to schedule a hearing with the MVA. A Maryland DUI lawyer like those with Price Benowitz, LLP can assist you in this hearing as well as your criminal case.

Facing jail time and the loss of your driver's license can be a frightening thing. Particularly when you think about how those things may affect your personal and professional life. If you are charged with a DUI, contact the attorneys at Price Benowitz LLP today for a free initial consultation on your case and to see how they can help you fight the charges in court.

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