What is a Drug Court?

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

A drug court is a special court that has been given the responsibility of handling cases involving drug-addicted offenders. The aim of the Montgomery County Drug Court is to eliminate substance abuse and its consequences – both criminal and personal – with a focus on therapeutic jurisprudence, the idea that positive therapeutic outcomes are important judicial goals. Read More

Labor Day Weekend DUI Checkpoints

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

Labor Day weekend is coming up and with it will come an increase in DUI checkpoints. It is very important that you understand your rights if you are pulled over for DUI or before entering a checkpoint this weekend. It is equally important that you call Rockville DUI attorney Leon Geller at (301) 309-8001 if you are facing charges of driving under the influence. Read More

Calculating Blood Alcohol Levels

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

In the state of Maryland, having a Blood alcohol content of .08 or higher can result in a charge of DUI. But how many drinks does it take to get to .08? In truth, this varies from person to person and is impacted by many individual factors. However, by and large, calculating BAC is pretty simple – made more so by this online tool that enables you to enter a few stats for a fairly reliable result. This tool should not replace common sense or paying attention to how your body feels, but it can be helpful when planning the night or for pure entertainment. Read More

I Remain Silent DUI Checkpoint Signs

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

By now, news of the Boca Raton attorney who has created signs that read “I remain silent. No searches. I want my lawyer.” to be used at DUI checkpoints has gone viral. This has many people wondering if such a tactic could be used in any jurisdiction across the country. Indeed, these signs are, according to their creator, intended to protect the right to remain silent while preventing police from making assumptions about sobriety based on smell or speech patterns. As such, they are not in violation of existing state laws and could, conceivably, be used in Maryland and throughout the country. Read More

How Many Drinks can Lead to a DUI?

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

In Maryland, you can be charged with DUI if your BAC is .08% or higher. But how many drinks it takes to get to .08% is different for every person. The number and type of drinks your consume will, of course, impact your BAC. However, so too will factors such as your age, gender, body type, metabolism, and even how much food and water you have consumed throughout the day. This can make calculating your BAC incredibly difficult. Read More

Labor Day DUI Stings

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

A sting at Clyde’s-Tower Oaks Lodge in Rockville last week resulted in a number of charges for underage drinking and possession of fake IDs.According to Montgomery County Police officials, seven juveniles were cited for possession of fake IDs and five for possession of alcohol. Read More