Quick answer: Driving on an expired license in Maryland is illegal, but it’s usually a minor, correctable problem. If your license has been expired for less than a year, you can typically just renew it. If it’s been expired for a year or more, you have to reapply as a new applicant — including the Read More
4 Reasons To File A Lawsuit In Your Maryland Accident Case
Sometimes, you have to do what you have to do. In your Maryland car accident case, if the insurance company is playing games and not willing to give you a fair settlement, consider filing a lawsuit. Here’s why: 1. A Lawsuit Sends A Message That You Are Serious: Insurance companies know that it takes time Read More
Maryland MVA Hearing: DUI Per Se
If you’ve been pulled over for a DUI in Maryland, you have to act quickly. If you “blew” a .08 or more (or you refused to take the breath test), your license will automatically be suspended on the 46th day after being pulled over. An experienced Maryland DUI lawyer can help you navigate the ins Read More
Maryland Theft Lawyer
If you’ve been charged with theft of any kind in Maryland, it is very important to consult with a Maryland criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Whether its felony theft or shoplifting, a theft conviction in Maryland can be devastating to your future. Employers often do not want to hire an individual who has Read More
I was charged with driving uninsured in Maryland, but I had insurance…
Quick answer: This happens constantly, and it is very often beatable. Under Md. Code, Transp. § 17-107, the offence requires that the vehicle actually was not covered and that you knew or had reason to know it. The MVA’s records are only prima facie evidence — and § 17-107(b)(2) expressly says those records “may not Read More
Driving on a Suspended License in Maryland, Part 1
You’re driving down the road and you don’t have a care in the world. You’re going a little too fast and get pulled over by the police. The Maryland police officer informs you that your license is suspended. What?? News to you? Unfortunately, it happens all the time. Clients come to my office every week Read More
Maryland Preliminary Hearing
A preliminary hearing is critical stage of your Maryland criminal case. In a nutshell, the purpose of a preliminary hearing is to determine whether or not there is probable cause to proceed against you. In other words, is there enough evidence for the charges to even go forward? If you are charged with a felony Read More
I Got a Maryland Traffic Ticket — What Are My Options?
Quick answer: You have 30 days to respond, and four ways to do it. Most tickets are payable: you can pay the fine (a guilty plea that puts points on your record), request a payment plan, ask for a waiver hearing to plead guilty with an explanation, or request a trial. Some tickets are must-appear Read More
In Maryland, how long do points stay on my traffic record?
As a Maryland traffic violation attorney, my main concern is keeping the points off my client’s record. As most people know, enough points can suspend your Maryland driver’s license, but even one or two points can raise your insurance premiums and negatively impact your employment. Therefore, a clean traffic record in Maryland is very valuable. Read More
Maryland Provisional Driver’s License: Convictions
Maryland traffic citatons are treated differently with regards to a Maryland provisional license. In Maryland, if you have a provisional driver’s license and receive a PBJ (probation before judgment), the Maryland MVA will consider that a conviction. If you have a “full” driver’s license, however, a PBJ is not considered a conviction for purposes of Read More