Category Archives: DUI DWI
What Not Do When Charged with a Baltimore DWI
It is extremely stressful to be pulled over in Baltimore or Washington DC and accused of driving while intoxicated. As nervous as you might be, it is important to protect yourself and not make the situation worse. There are very tough consequences for a DWI in Maryland. Do not simply admit to things that… Read More »
A Baltimore DWI and Your Credit Score
A DWI, driving while intoxicated, can cause a lot of damage to your life, including impacting your credit score. While the charge itself does not show up on a credit report, a DWI has financial consequences that can cause problems for years to come. There are a multitude of reasons to do all you… Read More »
Is There a Defense After a Failed Sobriety Test?
When you fail a sobriety test, it could lead to a driving while intoxicated arrest. But there can be ways to move forward with a defense after a DWI charge. An experienced attorney will look over the circumstances of the test, how it was performed, and determine if there is a viable path to… Read More »
Can I Lose My License Because of a Maryland DUI?
There are many in Maryland and throughout the country that rely on driving to take care of errands and work every day of the week. If a person who drives regularly loses their license, it may be hard for them to move forward with day-to-day life. After a Maryland DUI, it is likely your… Read More »
Can Auto-Brewery Syndrome Lead to a DUI?
It may not sound realistic, but in some instances people ferment alcohol within their own bodies, all without drinking any alcohol at all. Auto-brewery syndrome is a rare condition, sometimes it is also referred to as gut fermentation syndrome. When this occurs, it is possible for an individual to be falsely accused of driving… Read More »
DUI & Vehicular Homicide Charges Filed After Deadly Crash in Maryland
A Maryland driver faces criminal charges for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and vehicular homicide after causing a deadly crash in Ocean City, according to an article by CBS Baltimore. This car accident occurred on Friday, June 21st at approximately 2 a.m. Around that time, the driver was operating his passenger vehicle… Read More »
Reckless Driving Leads to DUI & DWI Charges for Maryland Woman
A 46-year-old woman from California, Maryland, faces criminal charges for DUI/DWI and other traffic offenses after smashing into another vehicle on Route 235, according to an article by Southern Maryland News Net. At approximately 3 p.m. on February 25th, 2019, Maryland State Police troopers responded to this car accident. Those state troopers discovered that… Read More »
Maryland Man Causes Accident While Drunk Driving on a Revoked License
A Milford man may face charges for DUI and a traffic offense after causing a single-vehicle crash in Hebron, reported ABC affiliate WMDT. Maryland State Police troopers responded to this car accident at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 16th. Near Route 50 and Hebron Woods Boulevard, the Milford man lost control of his… Read More »
What is the Difference Between DUI & DWI in Maryland?
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Maryland and across the United States. That is why Maryland prohibits anyone from driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or driving while impaired (DWI) by alcohol or drugs. Even though these offenses are similar, there are subtle differences between Maryland laws and penalties for DUI and… Read More »
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) vs. Driving While Impaired (DWI)
This blog post will provide an overarching comparison of two types of drunk driving charges in Maryland — driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired (DWI). In order to gain a full appreciation of these two criminal offenses, the following sections will outline applicable definitions and penalties under Maryland law. What is… Read More »
