Maryland DUI & DWI Lawyer
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Maryland DUI & DWI Defense Attorney
If you’ve been charged with DUI or DWI in Maryland, your license, your record, and your freedom may be at risk.
A Maryland DUI case involves both the criminal court process and the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) - with strict deadlines.
An arrest does not mean a conviction.
The good news is, you’re in the right place to get support with this charge.
MVA License Suspension Process
Separate from the criminal case, the MVA may initiate an administrative suspension of your driving privileges. You typically have only ten days to request a hearing to protect your license. Failing to act quickly can result in automatic suspension - even before the court date.
How Maryland DUI and DWI Charges Work
Criminal Court Proceedings
A DUI or DWI charge begins in the District Court of Maryland. Depending on the circumstances, penalties may include fines, probation, ignition interlock requirements, or jail exposure. The prosecution must prove impairment or intoxication beyond a reasonable doubt.
Defenses may involve challenges to the legality of the stop, the administration of field sobriety tests, the reliability of breath or blood testing, or procedural violations.
Common Questions about Maryland DUI & DWI
You probably have questions and I’m happy to answer all of the following and more on a free consultation.
I failed the breath test, do I still have a defense?
Should I request an MVA Hearing?
What’s the difference between a DUI and a DWI in Maryland?
Will I go to jail for a first offense?
What happens if I refuse the breath test?
Can I DUI/DWI be expunged?
Every case is different. The outcome depends on the facts, your record, and how the evidence was obtained and handled.
If You Are Stopped for DUI/DWI in Maryland
If you are stopped by police:
Do not make admissions about drinking or drug use.
You are not required to perform filed sobriety testing.
Understand that roadside preliminary breath testing is different from the official station test.
Remain respectful and request to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
Juveniles accused of DUI or DWI should contact counsel immediately, juvenile cases follow different procedures but carry serious long term consequences.
Speak with a Maryland DUI Defense Attorney
Each DUI or DWI case involves specific facts, evidence, and deadlines. I take the time to examine your case carefully, explain your options clearly, and prepare a defense strategy tailored to your circumstances.
If you have been arrested for DUI or DWI in Maryland, contact my office to schedule a confidential consultation.

