DUI & DWI Charges

Baltimore, Maryland DUI/DWI Defense Lawyer

Drunk driving charges can affect your right to drive, your job, your criminal record, and may result in jail time. When you are facing DUI or DWI charges, you need an attorney involved in your case as soon as possible, someone who will get to work immediately to minimize the negative consequences.

At the Law Offices of John Grason Turnbull III, P.C., we are highly experienced in the complexities of drunk driving defense. From our initial consultation through the final resolution of your case, our primary attorney will protect your rights and work to achieve the best possible results in your case.

We will seek to protect your license, keep you out of jail, and minimize the consequences of a DUI/DWI arrest. When you need experienced and aggressive drunk driving defense, contact a legal team you can trust.

Challenging Breathalyzer and blood test evidence

Even if you tested above the legal limit in a Breathalyzer or blood alcohol (BAC) test, we can challenge the evidence that was submitted against you. After your drunk driving arrest, our primary attorney will subpoena all records of the breath test to look for technical weaknesses in BAC evidence.

If the test was improperly administered or performed by an uncertified or inexperienced officer or technician, we may be able to get the evidence suppressed. Furthermore, if your Breathalyzer or blood alcohol test was illegally obtained through an unlawful traffic stop, we will work to prevent that evidence from being used in your case.

Arrested for drunk driving while visiting Maryland? Did you know that your home state will apply its own administrative drunk driving penalties, rather than those of the state in which you were arrested? Read more about out-of-state drivers and DUI charges.

Aggravated drunk driving offenses

If you were involved in an accident, or if you are being charged with vehicular homicide or manslaughter, you will definitely need an attorney to defend your rights. A drunk driving accident that leads to an injury or death could result in serious penalties. We will offer aggressive and strategic criminal defense to protect your rights.

Drivers facing a second or third drunk driving arrest will also face harsher penalties. Repeat DUI offenses can have a lifelong impact on your driving privileges and criminal record.

DUI vs. DWI

These are two different types of drunk driving offenses in Maryland. Driving under the influence (DUI) is the more serious of the charges, for drivers with a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher. Driving while impaired (DWI) is a lesser offense.

Mandatory license suspension upon conviction

In the event that you are convicted for driving while drinking, your license may be automatically suspended or revoked. However, there is a possibility of saving conviction points for traffic violations. We may be able to negotiate probation before judgment, which may prevent a license suspension or revocation, and may prevent the adverse car insurance implications of a conviction.

Make an Appointment With the Law Offices of John Grason Turnbull III, P.C.

Contact us today to speak with an experienced Baltimore, Maryland, lawyer regarding an arrest for drunk driving. We offer free consultations that are always confidential.

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