Cited or Arrested for a DUI Offense in Rockville?
Our Skilled Rockville DUI Defense Attorney Fights for Your Rights
Were you pulled over and given a ticket for a traffic violation? If so,
you need to contact a Rockville DUI attorney right away. Did you know
that if you were pulled over for no particular reason, you can challenge
the ticket or driving under the influence (DUI) charge?
Call (301) 608-3000!
The police must have a reasonable cause to arrest you or to stop you on
the road. Failure to do so could mean
your rights have been violated as a result of the law enforcement officer's blatant overstepping
of the law. At Kennedy & Dolan, our Rockville DUI and traffic offense
attorneys have represented countless individuals whose rights have been
violated due to police misconduct and erroneous arrest.
Whether you need to fight a traffic ticket or a DUI charge, we are here to help.
Call our criminal defense lawyer in Rockville at (301) 608-3000 for a
free consultation.
We Know the State's DUI Laws
In Maryland, offenses involving Driving Under the Influence (DUI) can be
harshly prosecuted. DUI refers to the illegal act of driving or operating
a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In order to determine
if a driver is under the influence, law enforcement officers will subject
drivers to chemical or sobriety tests. Unfortunately, it is often during
this process that police officers violate the rights of drivers in order
to obtain the evidence needed to charge an alleged drunk driver.
Penalties for DUI can be far reaching, even for first-time offenders:
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First
DUI: Up to 1 year in jail, fines not exceeding $1,000, and license suspension
for up to 6 months
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Second
DUI: Up to 2 years in jail, fines, and license suspension for up to 1 year
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Other repercussions: Possible installation of Ignition Interlock Device (IID) at driver's
own expense, increased insurance premiums, permanent criminal record,
and possible completion of a court-approved alcohol education class
Maryland has a "lookback" period of five years, which means that multiple DUIs within a five-year period add up as second,
third, or fourth DUIs that carry more severe consequences. If you are
arrested for DUI in Maryland, you will want legal defense right away.
With the right
Rockville criminal defense lawyer on your side, you may be able to prove that you were arrested under unjust
circumstances or that the DUI charge was not legitimate because of a faulty
Breathalyzer or blood test.
You Cannot Afford to Plead Guilty to a Ticket Offense
Though you may consider a traffic ticket to be a minor inconvenience at
first glance, they can actually have greater implications. You may be
tempted to simply pay off your traffic ticket just to make the situation go away.
Unfortunately, paying a ticket is the equivalent of pleading guilty to
the offense. As a result, you will see an increase in your insurance premiums.
Paying for a ticket, therefore, can cost you so much more than just a one-time
fine. It can end up costing you much more in insurance money. Additionally,
you may have to pay for traffic school at your own expense just to clear
the ticket from your driving record.
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Being pulled over for any of the following can count as a traffic violation:
- Speeding
- Running a traffic signal
- Running a stop sign
- Swerving
- Reckless driving
- Driving without insurance
- Driving with a suspended license
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If you are pulled over for a traffic violation such as these or any another
offense, you need to talk with an attorney at the firm. Attorney Kathleen
Dolan understands how to challenge traffic violation tickets. She may
be able to help you
save hundreds or thousands of dollars if you are able to beat your ticket. Don't hesitate to call the firm
today for more information!
Rockville Criminal Lawyers Protecting Your License
At
Kennedy & Dolan, the firm wants to help you protect your license in a traffic violation
or DUI case. Retain Ms. Dolan to stand by your side as you fight for your
license. You may have to handle this aspect of your case at the Maryland
Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) as the MVA has the authority to revoke
a license. Argue for your right to keep your license at a MVA hearing
with a trained attorney on your side.
Call Kennedy & Dolan today if you want to learn more about traffic violations, DUI penalties, and
how to fight these accusations in court. We can be reached at (301) 608-3000
or via e-mail by filling out your free consultation form.