Maryland DUI (driving under the influence) consequences include a minimum driver's license suspension of 45 days, and punishment of up to $1,000.00 and one year in jail for a first offense DUI, and $2,000.00 and two years in jail for a second offense DUI. A Maryland DUI conviction will result in 12 points on the Maryland Driver's License record.

Maryland DWI (driving while impaired), while a lesser offense to a Maryland DUI (driving under the influence) still has very harsh consequences, including a driver's license suspension of up to 60 days, 8 points on the Maryland Driver's License record, up to $500 and two months in jail for a first offense, and up to $500.00 and one year in jail for a second offense.

Maryland DUI or DWI arrests trigger two separate cases: the administrative driver's license action, where a person's driving privileges may be lost, and the court case, where a variety of DUI punishment and penalties await those convicted of drunk driving in Maryland.

If someone arrested for drunk driving or DUI does not request a hearing on time, their license will be suspended, automatically! For anyone charged with drunk driving, DUI or DWI in Maryland, it is vital to note that persons arrested for DUI have only 10 days from the date of arrest to request a Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings, located in Hunt Valley, Maryland (Also, don't forget to include a check for $125 made payable to the Maryland State Treasurer).

If you have been arrested for either DUI or DWI, it is highly recommended that you retain competent legal counsel to represent you in order to protect your driving rights in Maryland. Legal courtroom representation can help reduce fines and eliminate jail-time.

Jan O'Connor has the experience and know-how to protect your driving record and get it back on track.

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