Category: DUI Law

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

SPIDRE

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

The State Police Impaired Driving Effort (SPIDRE) is a comprehensive program designed to increase enforcement and enhance prosecution in DUI/DWI cases. July marks the one year anniversary of this program and, according to Maryland State Police, it has been a tremendous success. Read More

Understanding Maryland Firework Laws

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

The use of personal fireworks is illegal in the state of Maryland. As of 2014, private individuals igniting fireworks without a permit from the State Fire Marshall may face misdemeanor charges and fines of $250. The sale of fireworks is also a misdemeanor, but comes with fines up to $1,000. These fines are subject to change in future years. Read More

Maryland State Police Arrest Over 100 for DUI on St. Patrick’s Day Weekend

Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring & Wheaton, Maryland

According to the Maryland State Police, over 100 people were arrested for alleged DUI offenses during the weekend of March 14 to 17. Police routinely beef up sobriety checkpoints and patrols during St. Patrick’s Day holiday weekend due to an increase in the number of drivers who may have been celebrating one or more nights, including Monday, March 17, officially St. Patrick’s Day. Read More