Facing a second driving under the influence (DUI) charge can be even more daunting than your first. For a second DUI offense, the consequences are greater. For a second DUI, you will likely want the assistance of an experienced DUI attorney to help you through the process. BUT I HAD A PBJ FOR MY FIRST […]
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Jan
Jan
If you participate in the Maryland Ignition Interlock Program, either voluntarily or because you were required to as the result of your conviction, it is important to be mindful of what is considered a program violation and the consequences of program violations. VIOLATIONS The Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) monitors the Ignition Interlock Program. An ignition interlock device […]
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Jan
Jan
When you face criminal charges, your main concern may be, “Will I go to jail?” For a first-time offense of driving under the influence (DUI) in Maryland, you could face up to one year in jail, though many defendants receive a probation sentence instead of jail time unless there are aggravating circumstances. However, there are […]
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Dec
Dec
College students often get into trouble. They are often living without constant parental supervision for the first time in their lives, which can lead them to make errors in judgment. While many people may consider the mishaps of college students to be all in good fun, conduct can have very real and serious lasting consequences […]
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Dec
Dec
Maryland issues commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) out to many people who decide to drive a semi-truck, bus, or another commercial vehicle for a living. These vehicles are often large and can cause serious injuries in crashes, which is why commercial drivers must go through a special application process, training program, and examinations before receiving their CDL. After you […]
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Nov
Nov
A DUI can leave lasting consequences for anyone, but the penalties can fall particularly hard on a commercial driver. The legal limit for DUI is generally 0.08 percent, though, for commercial drivers, the threshold is 0.04 percent. Another important distinction to be made is that, under FMCSA regulations, a driver can lose their commercial driver’s license if they receive […]
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Nov
Nov
PBJ VS DUI CONVICTION In the state of Maryland, when you’ve been charged with a DUI, your lawyer might recommend that you accept a Probation Before Judgement (PBJ) disposition which is referred to as a deferred judgment. In the case of Probation Before Judgement, you are placed on probation with a certain set of rules, regulations, and […]
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Oct
Oct
Many jobs require some security clearances. This includes government and military jobs as well as government contractors, private security jobs, and more. In many cases, if you are not eligible for clearance, you will lose your job. If you have a job that depends on your security clearance, and if an officer arrests you on suspicion of driving […]
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Oct
Oct
Many people facing charges of driving under the influence (DUI) rightfully worry about probation, possible time in jail, or the loss of their driver’s license. However, you should also always consider the effects on your finances, as a DUI conviction can cost you in many different ways. Aside from court-imposed fines, court costs, and fees associated with […]
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Sep
Sep
More than 22 million people work for federal, state, and local government agencies across the United States. Many government employees reside in Maryland and commute to our nation’s capital to work every day. A substantial number of government jobs require some level of security clearance, which requires a thorough investigation, interview process, and background check to […]