Friday, December 8, 2017
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: BASIC MARYLAND DUI DEFENSE - A PRIMER : "BEST 10" ...
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: BASIC MARYLAND DUI DEFENSE - A PRIMER : "BEST 10" ...: www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference." For an initial free consultation, call the Law Offices of Ch...
BASIC MARYLAND DUI DEFENSE - A PRIMER : "BEST 10" DUI DEFENSE ATTORNEY CHARLES JEROME WARE, LLC (410-720-6129)
www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference."
For an initial free consultation, call the Law Offices of Charles Jerome Ware, LLC at (410) 720-6129 or (410) 730-5016. We can help you. Among other awards, premier defense attorney Charles Ware is rated as one of Maryland's "Top Lawyers"; one of the
"BEST 10 DUI and DWI Attorneys in Maryland"; one of the "Best Attorneys of America"; and a recipient of the national "Charles Hamilton Houston Award for Outstanding Litigation."
Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), or "drunk driving", is probably the most commonly committed crime in the United States. Yet, it is most frequently committed by noncriminals --- in other words, by the otherwise respectable citizen who has never been in trouble before with the law.
Increasingly, though, DUI laws and law enforcement have become more harsh towards drunk drivers.
Though probably among the most common of all offenses, drunk driving is one of the most complex to understand and defend properly. The personal and professional stakes are high; and a unique system of legal standards and procedures exists in drunk driving cases that, quite frankly. is geared to facilitate a conviction against the accused.
The key Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) that meets just about all state standards, including Maryland, for a DUI charge is 0.08 % or higher. For the lesser DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge in Maryland, the standard BAC is between 0.04 % and 0.08 %.
A first-offense DUI in Maryland carries a maximum jail sentence up to 1 year; fines and penalties up to $1,000; and a minimum MVA drivers license suspension of 6 months. A first-offense DWI in Maryland carries a maximum jail sentence up to 2 months; fines and penalties up to $500; and a minimum license suspension up to 6 months. Obviously, the penalties increase with 2nd and 3rd, etc., convictions.
The more common defenses against drunk driving charges involve challenging the police officers' actions and observations of what happened prior to the DUI arrest, or challenging the admissibility and integrity of the evidence. Popular DUI defenses include: improper police stop of the driver; improper and inaccurate administration of the field sobriety tests; improper and inaccurate administration of the breathalyzer tests; improper and inaccurate administration of the blood tests and their chain of custody; improper police actions which violated the defendant's civil rights; etc.
Some affirmative DUI defenses may include : necessity; duress; entrapment; mistake of fact; involuntary intoxication, etc.
For an initial free consultation, call the Law Offices of Charles Jerome Ware, LLC at (410) 720-6129 or (410) 730-5016. We can help you. Among other awards, premier defense attorney Charles Ware is rated as one of Maryland's "Top Lawyers"; one of the
"BEST 10 DUI and DWI Attorneys in Maryland"; one of the "Best Attorneys of America"; and a recipient of the national "Charles Hamilton Houston Award for Outstanding Litigation."
Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), or "drunk driving", is probably the most commonly committed crime in the United States. Yet, it is most frequently committed by noncriminals --- in other words, by the otherwise respectable citizen who has never been in trouble before with the law.
Increasingly, though, DUI laws and law enforcement have become more harsh towards drunk drivers.
Though probably among the most common of all offenses, drunk driving is one of the most complex to understand and defend properly. The personal and professional stakes are high; and a unique system of legal standards and procedures exists in drunk driving cases that, quite frankly. is geared to facilitate a conviction against the accused.
The key Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) that meets just about all state standards, including Maryland, for a DUI charge is 0.08 % or higher. For the lesser DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge in Maryland, the standard BAC is between 0.04 % and 0.08 %.
A first-offense DUI in Maryland carries a maximum jail sentence up to 1 year; fines and penalties up to $1,000; and a minimum MVA drivers license suspension of 6 months. A first-offense DWI in Maryland carries a maximum jail sentence up to 2 months; fines and penalties up to $500; and a minimum license suspension up to 6 months. Obviously, the penalties increase with 2nd and 3rd, etc., convictions.
The more common defenses against drunk driving charges involve challenging the police officers' actions and observations of what happened prior to the DUI arrest, or challenging the admissibility and integrity of the evidence. Popular DUI defenses include: improper police stop of the driver; improper and inaccurate administration of the field sobriety tests; improper and inaccurate administration of the breathalyzer tests; improper and inaccurate administration of the blood tests and their chain of custody; improper police actions which violated the defendant's civil rights; etc.
Some affirmative DUI defenses may include : necessity; duress; entrapment; mistake of fact; involuntary intoxication, etc.
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: AVOIDING A MARYLAND DUI THIS HOLIDAY SEASON - 101 ...
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: AVOIDING A MARYLAND DUI THIS HOLIDAY SEASON - 101 ...: www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference." Call us if you need us at (410) 720-629 or (410) 730-5016. Our i...
AVOIDING A MARYLAND DUI THIS HOLIDAY SEASON - 101 : DUI ATTORNEYS, CHARLES JEROME WARE, LLC ["BEST 10 DUI/DWI ATTORNEY"]
www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference."
Call us if you need us at (410) 720-629 or (410) 730-5016. Our initial consultation is free.
Obviously, the best way to avoid a DUI this holiday season in Maryland and anywhere else is to not drink alcoholic beverages and drive. But, realistically, we know that once Halloween comes and the holiday season gears up, almost endless opportunities abound for celebration and drinking. A few tips and reminders may be in order to help avoid your DUI or DWI arrest.
1. First, as stated above, do not drink and drive. Admittedly, this is not the most attractive option.
2. IF you choose to drink, get a designated driver (a friend, for example, who must be sober).
3. IF you choose to drive, a second option to #2 above may be to get a taxicab, or Uber, or other safe public transportation.
4. Plan to stay with a friend overnight, or get a hotel room.
5. Stay home and drink.
6. IF you are one of those persons determined to drink and drive. at least try to stay under 0.08 % BAC level by doing the following:
- Eating while drinking alcohol;
- Drinking lots of water;
- Pacing yourself; and
- Putting a little time between your last drink and your driving.
Call us if you need us at (410) 720-629 or (410) 730-5016. Our initial consultation is free.
Obviously, the best way to avoid a DUI this holiday season in Maryland and anywhere else is to not drink alcoholic beverages and drive. But, realistically, we know that once Halloween comes and the holiday season gears up, almost endless opportunities abound for celebration and drinking. A few tips and reminders may be in order to help avoid your DUI or DWI arrest.
1. First, as stated above, do not drink and drive. Admittedly, this is not the most attractive option.
2. IF you choose to drink, get a designated driver (a friend, for example, who must be sober).
3. IF you choose to drive, a second option to #2 above may be to get a taxicab, or Uber, or other safe public transportation.
4. Plan to stay with a friend overnight, or get a hotel room.
5. Stay home and drink.
6. IF you are one of those persons determined to drink and drive. at least try to stay under 0.08 % BAC level by doing the following:
- Eating while drinking alcohol;
- Drinking lots of water;
- Pacing yourself; and
- Putting a little time between your last drink and your driving.
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: HOWARD CO., MONTGOMERY CO., MARYLAND DRUG POSSESSI...
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: HOWARD CO., MONTGOMERY CO., MARYLAND DRUG POSSESSI...: www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference." If you have been arrested or charged with drug possession in Mar...
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: HOWARD CO., MONTGOMERY CO., MARYLAND DRUG POSSESSI...
Attorney Charles Ware's Blog: HOWARD CO., MONTGOMERY CO., MARYLAND DRUG POSSESSI...: www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference." If you have been arrested or charged with drug possession in Mar...
HOWARD CO., MONTGOMERY CO., MARYLAND DRUG POSSESSION LAWS - SIMPLIFIED : DEFENSE ATTORNEYS, CHARLES JEROME WARE, LLC
www.charlesjeromeware.com "Here to make a difference."
If you have been arrested or charged with drug possession in Maryland, call us for a free initial consultation at (410) 720-6129 or (410) 730-5016. We can help you. Among many other awards and recognitions, Charles Jerome Ware is recognized as one of the "Best Attorneys of America", among the " Best 10 DUI/DWI Attorneys of Maryland", and one of Maryland's "Top Lawyers".
[This information is not presented as legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship]
All federal and state codes prohibit the possession of certain drugs whether it is marijuana, methamphetamine, or even the unlawful possession of prescription medication.
Maryland has decriminalized the possession of marijuana to an extent, making possession of small amounts (less than 10 grams) a civil offense --- subject to a fine ---, similar to a moving vehicle violation. Possession of other drugs can lead to severe penalties, depending upon the amounts possessed and whether intent to distribute is established.
Maryland penalties by drug type and amount :
(1) Possession of all controlled substances (not marijuana) such as herion, cocaine and methamphetamine is considered a misdemeanor with maximum penalties of up to 4 years, and/or $25,000. Transporting 28 grams or more into the state is a felony with penalties of up to $50,000 and/or 25 years. Subsequent offenses double the penalties.
(2) Marijuana possession of less than 10 grams is a civil citation offense with a maximum penalty fine of $100.
Marijuana possession of 10 grams to less than 50 lb. is a misdemeanor with penalties up to one year in jail and a fine up to $1,000.
Marijuana possession over 50 lbs. is a felony with penalties up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $100,000.
If you have been arrested or charged with drug possession in Maryland, call us for a free initial consultation at (410) 720-6129 or (410) 730-5016. We can help you. Among many other awards and recognitions, Charles Jerome Ware is recognized as one of the "Best Attorneys of America", among the " Best 10 DUI/DWI Attorneys of Maryland", and one of Maryland's "Top Lawyers".
[This information is not presented as legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship]
All federal and state codes prohibit the possession of certain drugs whether it is marijuana, methamphetamine, or even the unlawful possession of prescription medication.
Maryland has decriminalized the possession of marijuana to an extent, making possession of small amounts (less than 10 grams) a civil offense --- subject to a fine ---, similar to a moving vehicle violation. Possession of other drugs can lead to severe penalties, depending upon the amounts possessed and whether intent to distribute is established.
Maryland penalties by drug type and amount :
(1) Possession of all controlled substances (not marijuana) such as herion, cocaine and methamphetamine is considered a misdemeanor with maximum penalties of up to 4 years, and/or $25,000. Transporting 28 grams or more into the state is a felony with penalties of up to $50,000 and/or 25 years. Subsequent offenses double the penalties.
(2) Marijuana possession of less than 10 grams is a civil citation offense with a maximum penalty fine of $100.
Marijuana possession of 10 grams to less than 50 lb. is a misdemeanor with penalties up to one year in jail and a fine up to $1,000.
Marijuana possession over 50 lbs. is a felony with penalties up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $100,000.
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