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Summary Of Point Values

CONVICTION POINTS

Any moving violation not listed below and not contributing to an accident1
Speeding in excess of the posted speed limit by 10 miles per hour or more2
Following another vehicle to closely2
Failure to stop for school vehicle with alternately Flashing lights2
Drop/throw/place trash/injurious substances on highway2
Driving with an improper class of license2
Any moving violation contributing to an accident3
Driving after suspension for insurance termination, non­compliance with traffic citation or fail to pay fine, noncompliance with federal citation3
Transportation of Hazardous Materials3
Reckless Driving4
Speeding in excess of the posted speed limit by 30 miles per hour or more5
Driving while not licensed5
Permitting unauthorized minor or other unauthorized person to drive5
Failure to report an accident5
Driving on a Learner's Permit unaccompanied5
Participating in a race or speed contest on the highways5
Operating an uninsured motor vehicle5
Operate motor vehicle with Power Booster or without required Decal5
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs or combination of alcohol and drugs8
Turning off lights of a vehicle to avoid identification8
Failure to stop after accident resulting in damage to attendant vehicle or property8
Failure to stop after an accident resulting in bodily injury or death8
Driving after refusal, suspension, cancellation, or revocation of license12
Fraud in application for Driver's License or misuse of license to drive12
Homicide or assault committed by means of a vehicle12
Driving while intoxicated or while under the influence of illegally used controlled dangerous substance12
Any felony involving use of a vehicle12
Fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer12
Display, cause or permit to be displayed, or have in his possession any canceled, revoked, suspended, fictitious or altered license12
Display or represent as his own, the license of another12
Failure or refusal to surrender canceled, revoked or suspended license12
Lending or borrowing a license12
The making of a false affidavit or statement under oath, or falsely certifying to the truth of any fact or information to the administration under the Maryland Vehicle Law or under any law relating to the ownership or operation of motor vehicles12

Other Maryland Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

  • Q: What Is Driving Under The Influence?
    A: In order to be found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) the state needs to prove that you drove a vehicle while your blood alcohol level was .08 or … More
  • Q: What Are The Penalties For Dui?
    A: For a first offense the maximum penalty is one year in jail, a $1,000.00 fine and twelve points on your license. (Note that if you are transporting a minor the penalty … More
  • Q: What Are The Penalties For "aggravated" Offenses?
    A: While transporting a minor: 1st offense ­ a fine of up to $1,000.00 and up to 6 months in jail; 2nd offense and subsequent offenses­ a fine of up to … More
  • Q: What Is Driving While Impaired?
    A: In order to be found guilty of driving while impaired (DWI) the state needs to prove that you drove while your co­ordination was substantially impaired by alcohol. … More
  • Q: What Are The Penalties For Dwi?
    A: For a first offense, two months in jail, a $500.00 fine and eight points on your license. (Note that if you are transporting a minor the penalty is substantially …
  • Q: What Happens If I Am Accused Of Driving Under The Influence And I Am Offered The Breath Test?
    A: Police officers in Maryland typically use two breath tests. The first breath test is called a preliminary breath test (PBT) and it is done at the scene of the arrest … More
  • Q: What About Blood Tests?
    A: Blood tests are only taken in Maryland if a breath test machine is not available, if you can not give a breath sample, or if you are injured and need to be brought to … More
  • Q: What Is Probation Before Judgment?
    A: If you plead guilty or are found guilty after a trial, the judge can simply impose a penalty. In many cases, the judge also has the option of getting rid of the guilty … More
  • Q: What Is The Breathalyzer Test?
    A: It is an official test administered by a police officer. It measures the amount of alcohol in your blood system through a breath sample.
  • 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
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