DUI convictions have a long-lasting impact on your relationship with your friends, loved ones, and career. The ways these criminal charges can change your life vary, however, from person to person. While the greatest of the impacts—financial strain, for example, and loss of opportunities for work—are well-known, there are subtler ways an unchallenged conviction can […]

If you are out for a drive in Maryland and come across a DUI checkpoint, it is important that you are prepared. The Law Office of Hillel Traub is a Maryland traffic violations law firm with experience helping clients who have been stopped at a DUI checkpoint. While there are many procedures that law enforcement […]

Few things are as anxiety-inducing as being stopped by a police officer and having your vehicle searched. While most people know their rights when it comes to unlawful searching by the police, the rules can change when the police suspect illegal activity, such as using alcohol or marijuana. Still, as marijuana has been decriminalized in […]

If you have ever been stopped at a DUI checkpoint, you may be feeling pressured by law enforcement, even if you are not under the influence. It can be easy to panic and do whatever law enforcement asks of you to avoid getting into any legal trouble. However, it is important that you are aware […]

For many parents, the day their child gets their license is exciting and nerve-wracking. Your child’s safety is your number one priority, and it can be overwhelming to imagine them driving on their own. Of course, every parent wants their child to drive safely when behind the wheel. However, it is not uncommon for children […]

Being arrested for a DUI can be highly stressful, leaving individuals feeling like there are no options for them. Being charged with driving while intoxicated is a serious offense that may lead to severe penalties like email time or the revocation of your license. To get help building a strong defense for your DUI case, […]

If you have been drinking or are under the influence of another substance that could impair your ability to drive, you should never get behind the wheel of a car. While it may seem like a good option to sleep it off in your car, you may still find yourself in legal trouble if you […]

Getting a DUI in Maryland can impact many areas of your life, and family court matters are no exception. Dealing with a bitter divorce and child custody battle can be extremely painful. This leads some people to self-medicate with alcohol, raising the risk of getting a DUI. While this is common, it can negatively impact […]

In today’s world, everyone is aware of the dangers of drunk driving. Understandably, law enforcement is cracking down on drunk driving, and officers everywhere are using various tools to detect drunk drivers, including the Breathalyzer. However, the results of the Breathalyzer device and the weight it holds as a determining factor can be challenged in […]

The holiday season is a time for celebration and festive gatherings with family and friends. Unfortunately, it’s also a time of year where the number of DUI arrests increases. So many people are attending holiday parties and dinners, often deciding to have a drink or two. While there’s nothing wrong with having a drink, consuming […]