Attorneys in Ocean City and throughout the rest of Maryland are expected to meet the standards laid down by the American Bar Association’s Model Rules of Professional Conduct. One of these rules states that an attorney engages in professional misconduct when they...
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DUIs and alcohol absorption
Drinking and driving can lead Maryland motorists into legal trouble. Some drivers might not realize how alcohol impairs people and may do so quickly. A person's metabolism may rise above the legal limit relatively quickly depending on how much they drank, whether they...
DUI penalty in Maryland update
The traffic laws, along with other types of state laws, can change frequently. Of course, there's a process that the legislative agencies must go through before the proposals turn into finalized laws. One law, in particular, concerns repeat offender DUI penalties in...
Is a DUI charge always an indicator of a drinking problem?
It's normal for adults to relax with a drink or two. However, a fun day or night can turn into a scary situation when you see a police officer's flashing lights behind you. With each state, including Maryland, adopting per se laws, registering a BAC (blood alcohol...
Understanding how a breathalyzer test works is essential
If you consume alcohol, doing so in moderation is recommended, especially if you'll be operating a motor vehicle in Ocean City or throughout Maryland. While it's advisable to have a designated driver, there may be a situation when you've had an alcoholic drink and...
Operating a vehicle after a DUI charge
In Maryland, it is not uncommon to hear about someone getting pulled over for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. Many people are sure that they will never find themselves in that position. However, whether a person was impaired when they got behind the...
Airline pilots can face legal and professional problems for a DUI
Driving under the influence in Ocean City, Maryland can cause a series of problems for the motorist. People will think of this in legal terms with the possibility of jail, fines and a driver’s license suspension. In some instances, it can hinder the person’s...
Drivers facing DUI charges can dispute the field sobriety tests
When drivers in Ocean City are subjected to a traffic stop to investigate a potential DUI, law enforcement will frequently use field sobriety tests. Although there might be a perception that these tests are accurate, that is not always so. How can the results of field...
Rise in BWIs and BUIs Predicted for 2023 Boating Season
Operating any vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol is an absolute no-go. However, there's an undeniable association between leisurely boating and beer among Maryland's boating enthusiasts. With Memorial Day marking the start of Maryland’s boating season and...
Which county in Maryland has the highest DUI/DWI conviction rates?
The county in Maryland that has the highest conviction rates for a charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving while under the influence (DUI) is Worcester County. The county includes Maryland’s summer resort town of Ocean City as well as the nearby towns of...