DUI Tips
Accused Drunk Driver Hits Cop Car, Hands Officer a Beer
May 14, 2014 A Georgia man who allegedly struck a police car while driving under the influence of alcohol and then offered the cop a beer has made national headlines this month. People are arrested every day across the country for DUI-related offenses, but Damon Tobias Exum, 37, is standing out from the crowd for […]
Maryland Governor O’Malley Signs Marijuana Decriminalization Bill
Yet another U.S. state has passed legislation decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of marijuana. According to the Washington Post, on April 14, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley signed a bill that reduces the penalty for possession of less than 10 grams of the drug to a civil fine, much like a traffic ticket. Once the […]
Maryland Man Charged With DUI After Hitting Police Cars, Other Drivers
The consequences associated with driving an automobile after drinking excessive amounts of alcohol are wide-reaching and, sometimes, even lethal. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2012 alone, over 10,000 people were killed in alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes. According to WUSA9, one drunk driving-related crash that occurred last month in Waldorf, MD did […]
The Holidays and DUI Checkpoints in Maryland
Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Festivus, New Years, and a variety of other winter holidays are just around the corner. That means celebrations with friends and family, good food and libations. But for police officers, it means DUI hunting season. And one of their hunting tools: suspicion-less DUI/DWI checkpoints. Law enforcement agencies typically employ DUI/DWI checkpoints […]
Maryland DUI Lawyer : How A DUI Impacts You
Attorney Kush Arora explains the three major impacts getting a DUI in Maryland could have on you.
Beware of the Unforeseen Consequences of a Washington, DC DUI Conviction
Some people may think a DUI conviction is a temporary problem or isn’t a big deal because it is so prevalent in our society. Everyday there are reports of people getting arrested for DUI and they appear to only get a slap on the wrist. Most people know about the possibility of jail time or […]
Knowing Your Rights in a DUI Stop
Driving under the influence is a serious criminal matter; penalties may include jail time, the suspension of driving privileges, and fines up to several thousand dollars. Those who have never received a DUI may have questions regarding what happens when a car is pulled over, in what instances a car may be pulled over and […]
Maryland DUI Laws And How They Apply To Driving Boats
Between the sweltering summers that almost necessitate access to water and its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, the State of Maryland is a boat-owners dream. On those 100-degree, 2000% humidity days, there are few things better than taking a boat out onto the Chesapeake and sitting back as the waves gently rock. But if you […]
Differences Between DUI Criminal Charges and Civil Lawsuits
An impaired driver who caused a serious accident may face both criminal charges and a civil lawsuit. When a person is charged with DUI in Arizona, they usually need to defend themselves in two different arenas: 1) Criminal Charge: Criminal charges may be brought by the state for the criminal offense of DUI; and 2) […]
Tips To Help You Choose A DUI Lawyer
3 Tips to Help You Choose a Great DUI Lawyer If you’ve been charged with DUI, finding the right Tampa DUI lawyer or Orlando DUI Lawyer is a very important decision that you need to make. You may already be receiving letters or phone calls from DUI lawyers. The internet is also full of listings […]
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