In Maryland, the term “highway” does not necessarily mean that you were on the ”highway” as most of us define it.  The term is defined by Maryland law extremely broadly and includes any public street or road. The key with any Maryland traffic violation is whether or not the violation occurred on a public road.  If [...]

Here’s a breakdown of the Maryland “point system.”  Keep in mind that the points are only imposed if you are actually convicted of the offense.  If you are found not guilty or receive a “PBJ” (probation before judgment),  no conviction is entered an no points are imposed.  Need help?  Call me at 301-563-9575 or 1-877-566-2408 [...]

The traffic charge of fleeing and/or eluding police is a fairly common Maryland traffic charge.  In order to be convicted of this offense,  the State has to prove that you “willfully” failed to stop after an officer told you to do so.  Of course, the officer has to be in uniform, must give you a [...]

In Maryland, the traffic citation for following too closely is a 2 point offense (without accident) or 3 point offense (with accident). The Statute in Maryland read as follows: § 21-310. Following too closely. (a)  General rule.- The driver of a motor vehicle may not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having [...]

Overtaking and passing a school vehicle in Maryland carries 2 or 3 points (depending on the section you are charged with) and a hefty fine.  We’ve all been behind a bus when we’re late to work or in a big rush. Trust me, I’ve been there.  The issue here is often whether or not the driver waited long enough to proceed.  [...]

Although an aggressive driving charge in Maryland is considered “non serious” because it does not carry jail time, it does carry five points on your Maryland driving record.  I have provided the statute below, which indicates that you have to be guilty of at least three of the listed offenses.  Here’s what it says…. § [...]