Can You Get PBJ Twice in Maryland?
It depends on the offense. For ordinary traffic tickets, yes — Maryland law does not cap how many times you can receive a probation before judgment (PBJ), though a judge grows less willing each time and it is always discretionary. For alcohol-related driving, the rule is strict. Under Md. Code, Crim. Proc. § 6-220(d), a Read More
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Can My Lawyer Appear Without Me in Maryland Traffic Court?
Often, yes — but it depends on the citation. For a payable Maryland traffic ticket (a speeding ticket or similar with a preset fine and no jail exposure), your lawyer can enter their appearance, request a trial on your behalf, and waive your presence, so you never have to set foot in the courthouse. That Read More
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Can I Go to Maryland Traffic Court Without a Lawyer?
Yes. You have the right to represent yourself in Maryland traffic court, and for many minor citations that is a perfectly reasonable choice. If your ticket is “payable” — a speeding ticket or similar with a preset fine and no jail exposure — you can pay it, request a waiver hearing to explain your side, Read More
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