Maryland DUI Lawyers Blog

Maryland DUI Lawyer : How A DUI Impacts You

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:25:59 -0500

Attorney Kush Arora explains the three major impacts getting a DUI in Maryland could have on you.

Maryland Criminal Lawyer Protecting Your Job

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:01:40 -0500

Kush Arora explains how to protect your job after being charged with a crime.

Baltimore County Councilman pleads Guilty to DUI

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:57:54 -0500

Baltimore County Councilman Todd Huff has plead guilty to driving under the influence, stating that he has learned from his mistake and that he is now undergoing treatment for alcohol abuse. Prosecutors dropped charges of negligent driving and headlight violation after Huff agreed to a plea deal. Baltimore County Circuit Judge Timothy Martin is presiding over the case. Huff, 44, told the judge that public scrutiny has made the whole ordeal very difficult for him. Judge Martin stated that he would consider whether to hold Huff to a higher standard because of his office. The judge noted Huff's outstanding work history, but was troubled by his blood alcohol content the evening of his arrest and comments he made to police officers.

Man who endangered three children and an oncoming passenger for Sentenced for Fourth DUI

Fri, 03 May 2013 11:29:17 -0500

Anthony Brian Tecca, charged last year with endangering three children and another motorist while driving under the influence of alcohol, was sentenced in District Court April 16, 2013. He will serve 13 months in state custody, followed by three years of probation. The judge also ordered him to pay a $1,000 fine and recommended Tecca for the stat's alcohol treatment program. The surrounding charges against Tecca were dropped as part of a plea agreement.

Senator Arrested for DUI in Virginia, Won't Contest the Charges

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:27:07 -0500

Idaho Senator Michael Crapo was arrested in Alexandria, Virginia for suspicion of driving under the influence on December 23, 2012. Senator Crapo was released from police custody after posting a $1,000 bail bond. His court date is scheduled for January 4, 2013.

Man Pleads Guilty to DUI Boat Crash that Killed 10-year-old Boy

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:19:37 -0500

An Illinois man pleaded guilty today to a charge of aggravated DUI in a boating accident that took the life of a boy last summer. David Hatyina, 51, was accused of being over the legal alcohol limit when his boat struck young Tony Borcia on July 28. Hatyina also had cocaine in his system during the incident. He faces up to 14 years in prison. Hatyina will return to court for a pre-sentencing hearing on May, 16. He's due to be sentenced in June. Hatyina is currently free after posting ten percent of a $1 million bond. He will remain free until he is sentenced.

Tennessee to Consider Tighter DUI Laws

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:44:12 -0500

Under a proposed law, drivers convicted of DUI who register at least .08 BAC would be required to install an ignition interlock system on their vehicle before they could receive a restricted, Class D license. Current law requires a convicted driver to have registered at least .15 BAC before an interlock device can be mandated.

What DUI Arrest Statistics Tell You

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:50:42 -0500

All states and the country as a whole have DUI arrest statistics that are trotted out periodically to prove one side or another in the constant battle about drivers who ignore all common sense and decency and drive after they have been drinking or using drugs. One side will say that the arrest statistics prove the laws are too lenient because so many drivers are arrested over and over again for the same violations. Others will say that the laws are strict but are not doing an adequate job of keeping impaired drivers off the roads. Highly skilled DUI lawyers will agree that there aren't any reasonable arguments that could be made that law enforcement officials are doing too much to keep DUI drivers off the roads.

How I Got to be a Judge at the Colorado DMV, a Maryland DUI Lawyer's First Job

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:57:46 -0500

This blog post was written by Maryland DUI lawyer Ed Tayter. Before entering private practice, he was an Administrative Law Judge, where he presided over 15,000 driver's license suspension and revocation hearings. He received his JD and MBA from Washington University in St. Louis and earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan. As a Maryland DUI attorney, he is a member of the American Bar Association and the Maryland State Bar Association.

Dallas Cowboys Player Charged with Killing Teammate in DUI Case

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 11:32:46 -0500

Football players Josh Brent and Jerry Brown were best friends since they met at the University of Illinois. That friendship came to a tragic end when Josh Brent got into a car accident that killed Jerry Brown. Now, Brent, a 24-year-old nose guard for the Dallas Cowboys, not only has to deal with losing his best friend, but also has to face criminal charges of intoxicated manslaughter.

Do Energy Drinks Give False Positive Results on Ignition Interlock Devices?

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:37:15 -0500

Energy drinks are more popular than ever. It is pretty typical for a person to have an energy drink for a boost of caffeine early in the morning or at some point during the day. But what if you have an ignition interlock device (IID) in your car? Would consuming that energy drink cause the IID to give a false positive result? Are you in danger of getting in trouble for violating the terms of your DUI sentence just for having an energy drink?

Kentucky Woman Serves Jail Time after Posting Facebook Comment about DUI Accident

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 10:36:48 -0500

Social media provides many advantages to people both personally and professionally. It is a convenient way to communicate with old friends, connect with colleagues, and establish relationships with people with whom you normally wouldn't interact.

When people aren't careful about what they post on social media sites, it can end up hurting their reputation, make it more difficult to get employment opportunities, and ruin relationships. Apparently, posting callous comments about a criminal case on a social media site can also land you in jail.

Actress Amanda Bynes Facing DUI and Two Hit and Run Charges

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:47:42 -0500

On September 5, 2012, Hollywood actress Amanda Bynes was charged with 2 misdemeanor hit and run charges for incidents that occurred on April 10, 2012 and August 4, 2012. Prior to that, she was charged with DUI on June 5th. Based on a series of bizarre Tweets and her alleged driving problems, it appears that the 26 year old actress has been having a difficult year.

If you are a fan of teen romantic comedies or grew up watching Nickelodeon then you have probably heard of Amanda Bynes. Bynes was a well-known child actress during the '90s. Her first major breakthrough role was as a member of the ensemble cast for the sketch comedy "All That." She was able to leverage the popularity of that show into her own vehicle called "The Amanda Show."

Defensive Strategies a DUI Lawyer Can Utilize to Fight DUI Charges

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:52:00 -0500

No one ever thinks that they will have to deal with a DUI charge but police arrest people every day for driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated. If you are ever in a situation where you are facing these types of criminal charges, you should contact a DUI lawyer. An experienced DUI lawyer has the expertise to assess all of the facts of your case and prepare an effective defensive strategy.

Beware of the Unforeseen Consequences of a Washington, D.C. DUI Conviction

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 12:22:37 -0500

Some people may think a DUI conviction is a temporary problem or isn't a big deal because it is so prevalent in our society. Everyday there are reports of people getting arrested for DUI and they appear to only get a slap on the wrist. Most people know about the possibility of jail time or paying a fine, but you may not be aware of the serious long-term consequences it can have on your life.