Penalties for a DUI Charge

DUI charges are almost always based on the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of the person in question, and may be determined by testing the breath, blood or urine of that individual.

If you face charges of DUI in the state of Maryland, the penalties you face may be severe. Immediately contact drunk driving lawyers if you find yourself in such a situation.

Implied consent laws

If you are driving, then implied consent laws mean the police expect you to consent to field sobriety tests should you be stopped on suspicion of DUI. Refusing to submit to such tests carry severe penalties in Maryland, such as the suspension of your driving license, for up to a year. DUI lawyers can explain these laws to you in further detail.

Blood alcohol concentration (BAC)

In Maryland, someone with a BAC level above .08 percent is considered legally intoxicated. Confirmation of such a BAC is all that is needed to arrest you on DUI charges in Maryland.

Maryland maintains zero tolerance laws regarding drivers not of legal drinking age. If you are under 21 and operating a vehicle while you have a .02 percent BAC or higher, you are subject to such penalties.

Penalties for Maryland DUI involve suspension or revocation of your license. For first offenders, this suspension is for a minimum of 90 days. Second offenders face a one-year suspension, and third offenders face a three-year suspension.

An alcohol education program, alcohol abuse treatment, and an alcohol or drug dependence review may also be mandated for DUI offenders. These penalties are often suggested in lieu of jail time or fines.

Attorneys can explain all such penalties related to a DUI in greater detail.

DUI attorneys

The criminal defense lawyers at Houlon, Berman, Bergman, Finci, Levenstein & Skok are proud to hold a Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ certification of AV®. We can assist with criminal and traffic law in Maryland, including Rockville, Greenbelt, College Park, Upper Marlboro and the District of Columbia. . Please contact us today for a free consultation.