Facing a DUI stop in Maryland can be a stressful and potentially life-altering experience. Understanding your rights, the implications of breathalyzer tests, and the importance of legal representation is crucial.
The Angelos Legal Group is here to help you navigate this situation.
Understand Your Rights during a DUI Stop in Maryland
When pulled over for a suspected DUI in Maryland, it's important to be aware of your rights and take appropriate actions:
Remain calm and polite: Stay composed and respectful when interacting with law enforcement officers.
Provide identification and vehicle documents: Provide your driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance when requested.
Exercise your right to remain silent: You have the right to avoid self-incrimination. Politely inform the officer that you prefer not to answer questions without your attorney present.
Decline field sobriety tests: Field sobriety tests are voluntary, and you have the right to decline without legal consequences.
Breathalyzer Tests in Maryland
Maryland has an implied consent law, which means that by operating a motor vehicle in the state, you are deemed to have consented to chemical testing to determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) if suspected of a DUI. Here's what you need to know:
The choice to take a breathalyzer test: In Maryland, you have the right to choose whether or not to take a breathalyzer test.
Implied consent consequences: Refusing a breathalyzer test in Maryland may lead to administrative penalties, such as a driver's license suspension. It's essential to understand the specific consequences in your situation.
Potential evidence against you: If you consent to a breathalyzer test, the results can be used as evidence against you in court. However, your attorney can challenge the accuracy and reliability of the test.
The Role of a DUI Defense Attorney in Maryland
Seeking legal representation from a skilled DUI defense attorney is crucial to protect your rights and build a strong defense. Here's how the attorneys at Angelos Legal Group can assist you:
Assessing the evidence: Our attorneys will thoroughly evaluate the evidence against you, including police reports, breathalyzer results, and field sobriety tests. They will identify any weaknesses or constitutional violations that can be challenged.
Developing a defense strategy: Based on the circumstances of your case, our attorneys will craft a personalized defense strategy. This may involve challenging the validity of the traffic stop, questioning the accuracy of the breathalyzer test, or disputing the reliability of field sobriety tests.
Negotiating plea agreements: Our attorneys are highly skilled at negotiating with the prosecution for reduced charges or alternative sentencing options, aiming to minimize the impact on your record and driving privileges.
Representing you in court: If your case proceeds to trial, our attorneys will provide zealous representation in court.
If pulled over for a DUI in Maryland, it's important to know your rights, make informed choices regarding breathalyzer tests, and seek immediate legal representation.
If you are facing this challenging situation, please call us today…