Montgomery County DUI Lawyer
The state of Maryland bears no pity for those who drive while intoxicated. A DWI or DUI conviction carries many possible consequences, which may increase with factors such as a repeat offense or traveling with a minor. Even a first offense DUI can lead to immediate consequences, such as incarceration, hefty fines, suspension of your driver's license and long-term consequences of a criminal record that can haunt you when seeking employment and even embarrass you in personal situations. If you have been charged with driving under the influence in Montgomery County, you can call us anytime for a free consultation and one of our attorneys can review your case.
Montgomery County DUI Arrest
Many times, a routine traffic stop is the precursor to a DUI arrest. You may be pulled over for a number of reasons - a broken headlight or tail light, failure to signal at a turn, running a red light, driving too fast or slow - but if the officer suspects you may be intoxicated, you may be asked to take a number of field sobriety tests. If these seem to confirm suspicions of intoxication, you may then be asked to take a breathalyzer to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). It is your decision if you with to comply with the officer's requests, as refusal leads to an immediate suspension of your driver's license for one year.
Montgomery County DUI Defense
If you have been charged with DUI or DWI in Montgomery County, your case will most likely be heard at the Montgomery County District Courthouse of Maryland, located at 27 Courthouse Square in Rockville, Maryland. Find an experienced lawyer who can assess the details of your case to find the best approach for your defense. An attorney can seek out improper procedures in the sobriety testing, blood alcohol testing, and arrest, which can be grounds for a complete dismissal of your case. When no such fault is found, a Montgomery County DUI lawyer may negotiate a plea bargain, seek sentencing options such as probation or treatment, or vehemently fight for your rights at trial. Contact a talented attorney as soon as possible, and allow him to review your case to determine the appropriate approach for your case.