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Timestamp: 2019-04-21 00:47:48+00:00

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The officer may not have had a legal basis for the stop.
Officers prepare reports sometimes days after the stop and their recollection may not be accurate and/or the officer may have confused you with someone else.
I can obtain discovery, including most information that the prosecutor has, and other information that can be harmful to the State’s case against you.
I can obtain both the police report to identify inconsistent statements made by the police officer, obtain the names of witnesses of whom you may be unaware and learn of their testimony.
I can obtain the dispatcher’s recording that states the officer’s explanation for the stop and that may be stated differently in the police report.
I can file assertions seeking a speedy trial with the court to which you are entitled.
I can analyze your case to identify the problems the State may have in finding you guilty and develop strategies that may lead to a successful outcome.
I can talk with witnesses and prepare them and you for trial.
I will explain your options to you so that you are informed of the options and thereby you are actively involved in your defense.
THIS SECTION HAS MORE THAN ONE DOCUMENT WITH VARYING EFFECTIVE DATES.
(2) Is punishable by a civil penalty under the applicable provision of the Maryland Vehicle Law.
(b) Penalties -- $500. -- Except as otherwise provided in this section, any person convicted of a misdemeanor for the violation of any of the provisions of the Maryland Vehicle Law is subject to a fine of not more than $ 500.
Alcohol offenses – DWI, DUI, Drugs and combinations of alcohol and drugs: I have over 30 years of successful experience in representing clients charged with alcohol and drug offenses.
Talking with me as close to your arrest often leads to successful outcomes. You are more likely to remember details of what occurred rather than trying to remember weeks or months later.
Starting your defense early will often lead to being better prepared for trial and there are ways of protecting you such as immediately requesting a speedy trial, obtaining most of the evidence that the prosecutor has including police reports, names of witnesses of whom you may be unaware, and evidence harmful to the prosecution’s case.
(23) § 27-107(d), (e), (f), or (g) ("Prohibited acts -- Ignition interlock systems").
(5) Except as provided in subsection (i) of this section and § 27-101.2 of this title, Title 15, Subtitle 5 of this article.
(2) For any subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 2,000 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both.
2. § 21-902(c) of this article ("Driving while impaired by drugs or drugs and alcohol").
(2) Except as provided in subsection (q) of this section, a person who is convicted of a third or subsequent violation of § 21-902(b) or (c) of this article is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 3,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.
(3) Except as provided in subsection (q) of this section, for the purpose of second or subsequent offender penalties for a violation of § 21-902(b) of this article provided under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, a prior conviction of § 21-902(a), (c), or (d) of this article shall be considered a conviction of § 21-902(b) of this article.
(4) Except as provided in subsection (q) of this section, for the purpose of second or subsequent offender penalties for a violation of § 21-902(c) of this article provided under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, a prior conviction of § 21-902(a), (b), or (d) of this article shall be considered a conviction of § 21-902(c) of this article.
(3) § 21-901.1(a) ("Reckless driving"). This offense may not be what you should have been charged. A lesser charge of negligent driving may be the proper charge. Here is where a lawyer can help. Call me at 410 730 4404 to discuss your case.
(2) For any subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 1,000, or imprisonment for not more than 2 years, or both.
3. Approved by the court.
(2) (i) A person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-902(a) of this article within 5 years after a prior conviction under that subsection is subject to a mandatory minimum penalty of imprisonment for not less than 5 days.
(ii) A person who is convicted of a third or subsequent offense under § 21-902(a) of this article within 5 years is subject to a mandatory minimum penalty of imprisonment for not less than 10 days.
(3) (i) A person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-902(d) of this article within 5 years after a prior conviction under that subsection is subject to a mandatory minimum penalty of imprisonment for not less than 5 days.
(ii) A person who is convicted of a third or subsequent offense under § 21-902(d) of this article within 5 years is subject to a mandatory minimum penalty of imprisonment for not less than 10 days.
Obtaining an alcohol and/ or drug assessment may be beneficial to show to the Court at trial that you are managing the alcohol and/or drug issues. This may help in a big way at trial with regard to the type of sentence if you are convicted.
Call me at 410 730 4404 to discuss your case.
(6) The penalties provided by this subsection are mandatory and are not subject to suspension or probation.
(k) Violation of § 21-902(a). – Many clients put off seeing us and that is a big mistake. I realize it’s difficult to discuss a negative and heart wrenching experience but your case will be much better managed by calling me at 410 730 4404 to discuss your case.
(iii) For a third or subsequent offense, shall be subject to a fine of not more than $ 3,000, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both.
(2) For the purpose of second or subsequent offender penalties for violation of § 21-902(a) of this article provided under this subsection, a prior conviction under § 21-902(b), (c), or (d) of this article, within 5 years of the conviction for a violation of § 21-902(a) of this article, shall be considered a conviction under § 21-902(a) of this article.
(3) For the purpose of second or subsequent offender penalties for violation of § 21-902(d) of this article provided under this subsection, a prior conviction under § 21-902(a), (b), or (c) of this article, within 5 years of the conviction for a violation of § 21-902(d) of this article, shall be considered a conviction under § 21-902(d) of this article.
We encourage clients to participate in Alcohol and Drug Assessment and recommended treatment before trial. This effort is to demonstrate to the Court that you have managed abuse of alcohol and/ or drugs. This effort often results in a much better outcome in the event you are found guilty and may lead to agreeing to a plea bargain that is less harsh.
(3) Not more than $ 3,000 for a third or subsequent offense.
(m) Violation of § 21-802.1. -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of § 21-802.1 of this article (Exceeding speed limit within highway work zone) is subject to a fine of not more than $ 1,000.
(n) Other specific penalties to prevail. -- If a different penalty for the violation of any provision of the Maryland Vehicle Law is provided for in the Maryland Vehicle Law or in any other law of this State, the specific penalty prevails over the penalty provided for in this section.
(1) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 20-102(a) of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 3,000 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both.
(2) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 20-102(b) of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 5,000 or imprisonment for not more than 5 years or both.
(ii) For any subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 1,000, or imprisonment for not more than 2 years, or both.
(2) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-904(d)(1) of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 5,000, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both.
(3) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-904(d)(2) of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 5,000, or imprisonment for not more than 10 years, or both.
(4) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-904(e) of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 5,000, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both.
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(iii) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 4,000 or imprisonment for not more than 4 years or both.
(3) For the purpose of determining second or subsequent offender penalties provided under this subsection, a prior conviction of any provision of § 21-902 of this article that subjected a person to the penalties under this subsection shall be considered a prior conviction.
Starting the process of your defense close to arrest may lead to becoming found not guilty.
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(r) Fine. -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-803.1(e) of this article (Fines doubled for speeding within school zones) is subject to a fine of not more than $ 1,000.
(1) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 16-808(a) of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $ 10,000 or both.
(iii) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 3,000 or imprisonment for not more than 2 years or both.
(3) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 16-813.1 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $ 10,000 or both.
(3) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 2,000 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both.
(3) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 3,000.
(v) Violation of § 15-302. -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 15-302 of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 5,000 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both.
(3) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of $ 500.
(x) Enhanced penalties. – Prosecutors must meet certain specified requirements and if they don’t, you may be able to avoid being convicted of the harsher penalty by having us represent you. Call me at 410 730 4404 to discuss your case.
(1) In this section, "test" has the meaning stated in § 16-205.1 of this article.
(2) The penalties in this subsection are in addition to any other penalty under this title imposed for a violation of § 21-902 of this article.
(3) Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, if a person is convicted of a violation of § 21-902 of this article and the trier of fact finds beyond a reasonable doubt that the person knowingly refused to take a test arising out of the same circumstances as the violation, the person is subject to a fine of not more than $ 500 or imprisonment for not more than 2 months or both.
(4) A court may not impose an additional penalty under this subsection unless the State's Attorney serves notice of the alleged test refusal on the defendant or the defendant's counsel before the acceptance of a plea of guilty or nolo contendere or at least 15 days before trial in a circuit court or 5 days before trial in the District Court, whichever is earlier.
(2) For a second or subsequent offense, a fine of not more than $ 500 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both.
(z) Violation of § 21-1126 or § 21-1127. -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-1126 or § 21-1127 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $ 1,000 or both.
(2) For a second or subsequent offense, a fine of not less than $ 500 and not more than $ 1,000.
(bb) Violation of § 24-107. -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 24-107 of this article that results in serious bodily injury as defined in § 27-113 of this title or death is subject to a fine of not more than $ 1,000.
(cc) Violation of § 12-301(c) or (d) or § 16-301(a) or (b). -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 12-301(c) or (d) of this article ("Fraud or misrepresentation in obtaining or application for an identification card") or § 16-301(a) or (b) of this article ("Fraud or misrepresentation in obtaining or application for a license") is subject to a fine of not more than $ 2,500 or imprisonment for not more than 3 years or both.
(1) Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-1128 of this article is subject to a fine of not more than $ 1,000 or imprisonment for not more than 90 days or both.
3. Both the minor and the minor's parent or guardian.
(ii) 1. A court may not order a parent or guardian of a minor to pay a fine under this paragraph unless the parent or guardian has been given a reasonable opportunity to be heard and to present evidence.
2. A hearing under this subparagraph may be held as part of the sentencing or disposition hearing.
(ee) Violation of § 21-1116(a). -- Any person who is convicted of a violation of § 21-1116(a) of this article that results in serious bodily injury to another person as defined in § 27-113 of this title is subject to a fine of not more than $ 1,000 or imprisonment for not more than 1 year or both.
(2) May be required to pay restitution.
There are ways of readily getting the charges described below dismissed, particularly the first offense, and we have the tools and experience to deal with them.
(3) may not prepay the fine.

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