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Getting pulled over for a DUI can be an intimidating experience. However, with some knowledge, you can protect yourself and your rights. If you get pulled over, remember these tips:

  • Pull over immediately and stay calm.
  • Provide the officer with the required information, such as driver’s license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.
    Remember to be polite and follow any directions from the officer.
  • Don’t admit to drinking anything. Any information you provide can be used against you in court.
  • Remember that you have the right to decline any field sobriety tests. We suggest you politely refuse.
  • Refuse chemical tests (such as blood, breath, or urine). However, it’s worth noting that when you refuse a chemical test in Maryland, the police officer will confiscate your driver’s license, issue you a paper temporary license, and prepare a case for the Maryland MVA file.
  • Avoid making any statements to the police officer. Remember that everything is being recorded.

If you are charged with a DUI in Maryland, it is simply an accusation that you have committed a crime. After you receive a charge, it is up to the court to prove you are guilty. If you are found guilty of DUI and it is your first offense, your license may be revoked for up to six months.

According to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, you’ll face criminal penalties and license sanctions if convicted of an impaired driving offense. For a first offense, you’ll receive up to a $1,000 fine and up to a year in jail. You’ll be assessed 12 points on your driving record, and your license may be revoked for up to six months.

Many different factors determine the cost of hiring a DUI lawyer in Maryland. Generally speaking, the more serious the charges are, the more you will pay for an attorney. If you hire an attorney to negotiate a plea deal, you’ll pay less than a lawyer to represent you at trial.

If you’ve been charged with a DUI in Maryland, it’s time to contact a DUI defense lawyer. Schedule your free consultation with Vernon Brownlee today.

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