While you may be aware that driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while impaired (DWI) by alcohol or drugs is a crime, you may not be aware that drunk boating is also a crime. Unlike some states, Maryland has a law that expressly prohibits boating under the influence or BUI. WHAT IS A BUI? BUI laws […]
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Mar
Mar
In Maryland, there can be a number of reasons why you may have your driver’s license suspended or revoked. You may have forgotten to attend a driver improvement program, failed to pay a speeding ticket or failed to appear. You may also have had a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction. Whatever the reason may […]
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Mar
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Driving under the influence (DUI) per se makes it illegal to operate a motor vehicle when your blood alcohol content (BAC) is over the legal limit. A DUI per se is usually determined by a breath or a blood test. In Maryland, the required BAC for DUI per se is .08% or higher. But why […]
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to driving under the influence (DUI) offense, Maryland law can be harsh. Repeat offenders will often receive the maximum penalty allowed. This is especially true if it is your third or more DUI offense. In Maryland, a repeat offender is any driver who has been convicted of a DUI offense within the […]
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Feb
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A driving under the influence (DUI) charge in a federal jurisdiction can be a serious and complicated matter. If your arrest was made on federal property under the control of the National Park Service such as the Baltimore Washington Parkway, a national park, or elsewhere, your DUI will be federal and different rules will apply. […]
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Feb
Feb
Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired (DWI) are serious offenses in Maryland. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between 2003 and 2012, 1,716 people were killed by a drunk driver in Maryland. If you are involved in an accident as a result of your DUI or DWI, the penalties become […]
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Feb
Feb
Reckless driving and negligent driving are two of the most common tickets Maryland drivers receive. While neither of these violations will likely result in jail time, they should still be taken seriously. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) can take away your driving privileges. That’s why, depending on the circumstances, it might be a good […]
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Feb
Feb
Many sought-after professions require you to first obtain a license. Licensing boards decide who qualifies for a license, and requirements usually include completing an educational program, gaining certain practical experience, and passing an exam. Many licensing boards also take a close look at an applicant’s personal history, including overall character, misconduct, or any possible financial […]
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Feb
Feb
There’s a misconception that being charged with a DUI is the same as being convicted of a DUI. DUI Charge vs Conviction The main difference between a DUI charge and a conviction is that a DUI conviction occurs in court where a judge finds you guilty of a DUI. A DUI charge occurs when an officer […]
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Feb
Feb
Being gainfully employed and making money to support your family is not something you should take for granted. If you are lucky enough to have an established career, you want to do everything you can to hold onto it. If you have been charged with a DUI or DWI, you may be facing the potential […]