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Maryland Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: Should I Take The Breathalyzer Test?
  A: YES, it is imperative that you take the test. If you refuse to take the test, your license will automatically by suspended for a minimum of 120 days by the Motor … More
• Q: Should I Call A Lawyer If Arrested For Dwi?
  A: ABSOLUTELY! You have the right to contact an attorney just as soon as you are arrested.
• Q: Why Do I Have To Go Before An Administrative Law Judge And A District Court Judge?
  A: An administrative law judge hears the case of whether or not you took the breathalyzer test. That administrative law judge will also hear a separate case if you are … More
• Q: When Do I See The Administrative Law Judge And The District Court Judge?
  A: Generally, you see the administrative law judge about your breathalyzer test within 60 days of your arrest. The district court hearing normally follows the … More
• Q: What Is The Automatic Suspension When Alcohol/Chemical Test Is Refused Or Results?
  A: Under Maryland law, a charge of DWI where the driver's BAC is .10 or higher will result in the automatic suspension of driving privileges for some period of time. The … More
• Q: What Are The Suspension Periods?
  A: A. BAC of .10 or higher: 1.First offense: suspended driver's license for 45 days. 2.Second or subsequent offense: suspend driver's license for 90 days B. Test Refusal: … More
• Q: Can I Receive A Modification Of Suspension?
  A: 1.If the licensee refused to take the breath/chemical test, the suspension may not be modified for any reason. 2.If the Licensee did take the chemical test, the … More
• Q: What Are Some Of The Numerous Legal And Factual Issues A Lawyer Must Consider In Formulating And Presenting A Defense For Dwi/Dui?
  A: Was the Stop Legal? Under the law, if the stop is illegal, then everything that flows from the stop, including evidence of intoxication, is an illegal "fruit" of the … More
• Q: Summary Of Point Values
  A: CONVICTION POINTS Any moving violation not listed below and not contributing to an accident 1 Speeding in excess of the posted speed limit by 10 miles per hour or … More
• Q: Additional Information About The Assesment Of Points:
  A: 1. Whenever conviction occurs on multiple charges based on offenses alleged to have been committed at the same time, or arising out of circumstances simultaneous in … More
• Q: What Are The Speed Limits In Maryland?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 65 mph Ltd Access Rds 65 mph Other Primary Rds 55 mph Residential 30 mph More