The Maryland MVA keeps a very tight leash on “rookie” drivers.  Young Maryland drivers should be aware of all of the restrictions or else could face a long suspension of their Maryland driving privilege if convicted of any of these violation.  I have outlines the major restrictions below. According to the Maryland MVA: While you are driving with a […]

Failure to Obey Traffic Control Devices In Maryland When you drive in Maryland (or any State), you are like a moving target for police.  One wrong move can result in a ticket and an increase in insurance premiums.  There are many lights, signs, markings, etc.. that could get you a ticket if not properly followed. […]

A Maryland traffic ticket lawyer can be very helpful to your speeding case.  For example, the speeding ticket itself must be written correctly.  If its not, your Maryland attorney should move to have the case dismissed. If you do receive a speeding ticket in the state of Maryland, make sure your ticket specifies: The speed […]

Passing on the right in Maryland We all pass cars on the left from time-to-time, but if you’ve ever passed a car on the right, you may have ended up with a ticket. According to Maryland traffic law, passing on the right is only permitted if: “The overtaken vehicle is making or about to make […]

Fines in Maryland Traffic Fines It’s important to know that there are options when it comes to paying a traffic citation fine.  Here are  your three option when it comes to handling your Maryland traffic ticket and paying your fines. A. Plead guilty and pay the fine shown on your citation. Your fine should not […]

Maryland Driver Improvement Program Have you been referred to a Driver Improvement Program but aren’t sure why? There are many reasons why you may end up in this situation and it’s nothing to stress out about. Why you have to take the program If you’ve received 5 to 7 points on your driving record, obtained a […]

When the Derecho hit Maryland in 2012, 500 of Montgomery County’s 800 traffic lights went out. Power outages continued throughout Maryland for days afterward. With all the damage a storm causes, uncontrolled intersections are just another worry. People are often not sure who has the right-of-way. Some motorists don’t stop at all. Thinking no traffic […]

The ICC opened just over two years ago. Many drivers have felt the posted 55 mph speed limit was too low. In March, the MTA agreed. Limits on both sides of the ICC have now been increased to 60 mph. This is probably welcome news to many drivers who have received speeding tickets in the […]

In 2011, 4700 Maryland school bus drivers recorded roughly 7000 motorists passing them illegally in a single day. That’s like 7000 drivers blowing through stop signs in one day across the state. 3997 motorists passed from the front, traveling the other side of the road. 2665 passed from behind on the driver’s side. 366 passed […]

Cellphone Restrictions in Maryland In Maryland, all drivers are prohibited from using handheld cell phones while driving. The restriction is even more strict for those labeled “novice drivers.” The law says that all drivers under 18 are prohibited from using cellphones of any kind, whether handheld or hands-free, while behind the wheel. Those drivers 18 […]