What is the Difference Between a Probation Before Judgment (Deferred Judgement) and a DUI Conviction?
PBJ vs DUI Conviction In the state of Maryland, when you’ve been charged with a DUI, your lawyer might may recommend that you accept a Probation Before …Read More
What Makes a Heavy Drinker?
Most people overestimate just what it takes to meet the definition of a heavy drinker. When you think of a heavy drinker, you may imagine a drunk …Read More
Follow the Rules or Deal With Points
The point system that you typically encounter when receiving traffic violations can be rather confusing. Points, after all, are a rather ominous yet nevertheless quite vague and …Read More
How to Find a Good Lawyer in Maryland — 10 Questions to Ask
Since drunk driving laws in Maryland are complex and a conviction can follow you for life, finding a lawyer who is experienced in handling these types of …Read More
Questions to Ask Yourself After a DUI
Few things can cause you to panic like being charged, and/or convicted, of a serious crime. Of course, you probably never imagined you would ever commit a …Read More
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
Since 1987, April has been designated Alcohol Awareness Month, sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD). According to ncadd.org, the 2013 theme …Read More
College of Southern Maryland’s “Road Ready Road-E-O” Program Named as Model
The College of Southern Maryland’s program to prevent impaired driving on their campus was recently listed as one of the best. According to friendsdrivesober.org, the program would …Read More
Maryland’s DUI Laws Also Apply to Boaters
Most Maryland drivers are well aware that driving a car while intoxicated may result in charges of DUI (driving under the influence) or “drunk driving.” However, not …Read More
Steady Rate of Fatal DUI Crashes Spurs NTSB to Action
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for further actions from the government to cut down on drunk driving during “Reaching Zero: Actions to Eliminate Substance-Impaired …Read More
St. Patrick’s Day Focuses Maryland Police on Drunk Driving
Over the years, St. Patrick’s Day has gained the reputation of being a time when many overindulge in alcohol and, as a result, often put others at …Read More