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Why Do I Have To Go Before An Administrative Law Judge And A District Court Judge?

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 found guilty of DWI or DUI. He can suspend or revoke your license or issue you a work permit. A district court judge hears the criminal aspect of your DWI or DUI arrest. That judge can giver several different punishments to include the following: probation before judgement (PBJ), a monetary fine, a suspended sentence, a probationary sentence, house arrest or a jail sentence. If the district court judge finds you guilty, that will translate into points on your motor vehicle record. That means you have to go back and see the administrative law judge again.

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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