We've passed the holiday season that lands many Marylanders under arrest for drunk driving. Now comes the event that's a holiday in its own right for millions of Americans, the Super Bowl. With two eastern teams playing on February 4th, many people will be watching...
Drunk Driving Charges
Suspected DUI driver hits car while speeding from police
Montgomery County's Alcohol Holiday Task Force sobriety checkpoints ended on Jan. 7, but not without some drama during the seven weeks they were in force. On Saturday, Dec. 30, police say that a driver who was attempting to avoid being pulled over by an officer ended...
DUI charges exacerbated by woman’s flight from cops
On New Year's Eve, a 33-year-old Glen Burnie woman was arrested in Pasadena for reckless endangerment, driving under the influence (DUI), assault in the first degree and second-degree assault on police, as well as numerous other traffic charges.Her troubles began...
Maryland State Police have increased patrols this holiday season
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that the number of fatal crashes rises 10-fold over Christmas and almost 20-fold over the New Year's holiday. Therefore, Maryland State Police (MSP) are taking steps to keep drunk drivers off the roads...
What to do after a DUI arrest
It’s officially 2018. And while the new year offers motivation for new beginnings for many, if you were recently one of the many arrested for drinking and driving either on New Year’s Eve – or any of the days leading up to the new year – 2018 may not be looking all...
Is it legal to avoid a DUI checkpoint?
Maryland drivers will likely be seeing a number of DUI checkpoints as they're out and about through New Year's Day. If you've had a drink or two (or don't recall how many you consumed), it is understandable to panic when you see one up ahead, even if you don't feel...
Companies are cutting back on alcohol at office holiday parties
Allegations of sexual misconduct, assault and even rape in the workplace have been prominent in the news recently. They've resulted in the firings, resignations and loss of power and respect of prominent men in media, show business, politics and beyond. Within this...
Why you may need a home Breathalyzer
Most people associate Breathalyzer devices with traffic stops. Police officers often use them to determine a driver's breath alcohol content (BAC) and whether it's within the legal limit.An ignition interlock device (IID) is a type of Breathalyzer. Sometimes, people...
Noah’s Law marks first anniversary
It's been just over a year since Noah's Law was enacted in Maryland. The law was named after a young police officer in Montgomery County who was killed at a DUI checkpoint by a drunk driver.Noah's Law requires that all drivers convicted of DUI be required to have an...
Maryland county executive facing DUI charge
A Maryland veterinarian who also serves as Cecil County Executive is facing charges for driving under the influence. The 69-year old man was arrested late last month after a state trooper allegedly saw him weaving in his Infiniti across lanes in the area north of...