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Licensed drivers in Maryland provide consent to submit to breathalyzer tests if they are ever  suspected of DUI when they apply for their licenses with the DMV. Due to the implied consent law, drivers who refuse breath tests may face additional hardships upon a DUI arrest. While there is a penalty for refusing to take […]

Many people are unsure of what to do after receiving a traffic ticket in or near Baltimore, though they know they have two main choices: pay the fine or call a lawyer. The fact of the matter is, the State of Maryland makes it easy to think you’ve resolved a ticket by allowing you to […]

We all recognize the need for effective law enforcement, but we should also understand our own rights and responsibilities—especially in our interactions with the police. Ultimately, when a police officer pulls you over for a traffic offense, what you do and say can affect any legal proceedings that might follow. Whether the traffic stop ends […]

Some employment background checks reveal far more information than candidates would ever guess, much of which the average person assumes is private information. While background checks consistently turn up information about a candidate’s work experience and criminal history (if any), a background check will occasionally turn up personal details about an applicant’s spending and driving […]

“Driving is a privilege and not a right” is a commonly repeated phrase. While you may have heard this when begging to take the car out as a teenager with your restricted permit, it becomes much more relevant as an adult. Having your license suspended and revoked are actions the state can take against you […]

Distracting, aggressive, or dangerous acts committed while driving contribute to numerous crashes on Maryland roadways. When both parties of an accident behaved recklessly at the time of the crash, determining who was truly at fault is a complex challenge. Understanding the dynamics in these scenarios is vital for anyone involved in an accident where both […]

After years of struggling to manage reckless driving and unpaid traffic fines, Washington, D.C. has implemented the STEER Act, a groundbreaking effort to bring accountability to its streets. This new law empowers the city to take stronger actions against repeat offenders, tackling a growing crisis of dangerous driving behaviors and uncollected fines while working to curb traffic […]

Imagine rushing out the door on a typical morning, juggling your keys and coffee, only to realize halfway to work that your car insurance expired last month. Panic sets in as you recall the potential consequences. In Maryland, driving without valid insurance is more than just a minor slip-up; it can lead to serious legal […]

There is nothing that will ruin a nice drive quicker than seeing the flashing red and blue lights in your rearview that signal that you are about to be issued a traffic ticket. If you have been issued a ticket, then you know that it can be costly to pay it off and there is […]

Disconnecting from your mobile device is challenging in our current society. However, sending a quick text message while driving your vehicle may cause a serious crash or force you to face challenging legal consequences. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) reports that around 27,000 people suffer injuries annually from distracted driving. In order to combat these […]

Driving under the influence is a serious traffic offense that may lead to significant penalties, such as jail time and steep fines, and the possibility of taking a mandated DUI course and installing an ignition interlock device. People caught driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated (DWI) also face license suspension. A DUI charge […]

Receiving a traffic ticket is something no driver wants to deal with. Traffic tickets are one of those things that suddenly disrupts your day, and in some cases, end up becoming a much larger problem than you initially thought. Tickets aren’t just a sheet of paper you can ignore—they cost money, have the potential to […]

A commercial driver’s license or CDL is a special license that allows the holder to operate or tow vehicles with specified weight limits and passenger totals. Many rely upon a CDL to perform essential job duties, which is why a CDL suspension or revocation in Maryland can be devastating. The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle […]