Driving while intoxicated (DWI), driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired by controlled substances are traffic citations, which carry criminal penalties, as well as fines, and the possibility of losing ones privilege to drive.

    When you are charged with DUI/DWI in Maryland, two different types of hearings may be scheduled. First, a Court Hearing will be held in the District Court of Maryland to determine fines and penalties. If requested within 10 days of the initial stop, an administrative hearing will also be conducted to determine possible restrictions to your driving privileges in Maryland.  If you do not specifically petition for this administrative hearing, your driving privilege in Maryland will be automatically suspended.

    There are a variety of Defenses available in a DUI/DWI trial as well as an MVA administrative hearing. There are also a variety of alternative sentences available to avoid incarceration or outright suspension. Contact Attorney Pikulski for a free consultation to discuss your particular case and a course of action that best suits your situation.

    Whether you are looking for assistance with a DUI/DWI trial or an administrative hearing, there are numerous approaches that Attorney Pikulski may employ to successfully resolve your case. In additional traditional defenses, Attorney Pikulski can walk you through the various alternative sentences that would help you avoid incarceration or outright suspension. Let us help you develop a course of action that best suits your particular circumstances. Contact Attorney Pikulski today for a free consultation to discuss your case.

    Below are the potential penalties for several DUI related citations.

    Charge Maryland Code Points Maximum Penalty Fine
    Driving While Impaired (DWI) (First Offense) 21-902 8 60 days 500
    Driving While Impaired (Subsequent Offense) 201-902 8 1 year 500
    Driving Under the Influence (DUI) (First Offense) 21-902 12 1 year 1000
    Driving Under the Influence (Second Offense) 21-902 12 2 years 2000
    Driving Under the Influence ((Third or Subsequent Offense) 21-902 12 3 years 3000

     

    Traffic offenses in the state of Maryland can carry fines, points on your license, as well as a potential of jail time for some offenses.

    Recently, the State of Maryland changed the policy on how your traffic citations are heard in court. If you are not charged with a citation, which carries a possibility of jail time, and you would like a hearing in court, you must request it by filling out the citation and mailing it in.

    You will know if any of your citations carry a possibility of jail time. They will read MA in the fines section. MA stands for Must Appear and if you do not appear in court a bench warrant can be issued for your arrest.

    Attorney John J. Pikulski IV has defended a wide variety of traffic tickets and has the experience to keep fines, points, and potential jail at an absolute minimum.

    Below is a list of some more common traffic citations, and their various penalties. If you would like more information on your traffic citation and it is not listed below, click on the schedule of pre-set fines and penalties for Maryland Traffic citations.

    Charge Statute Fine Points Jail
    Driving While Suspended/Revoked 16-303 1000 12 1Yr
    Driving Without Insurance 16-107 1000 5 1Yr
    Driving Without a License 16-101 500 5 60 days
    Negligent Driving 21-901.1(b) 140 1
    Reckless Driving 21.901.1(a) 510 6
    Failure to Remain at Scene of Accident Involving Bodily Injury 20-102-(a)(1) 3000 12 1 YR
    Failure of Driver to Stop After Unattended Vehicle Damage 20-105(a) 500 5 60 days
    Speeding- exceeding speed limit by 21.801.1
    1-9 mph 80 1
    10-19 90 2
    20-29 160 2
    Exceeding speed of 65 by 10-19 160 2
    Exceeding speed of 65 by 20 – 29 290 5
    30 to 39 pmh 290 5
    40 mph and over 530 5

    Having charges filed against you or someone you love can be intimidating and terrifying. You will need a trusted advisor whom you can count on to guide you through the legal process, answer your questions, and allay your concerns.

    At the Law Offices Of John J. Pikulski IV LLC we take as much time as needed to ensure that you fully understand the situation you are in and the charges you are facing. We do everything possible to protect your rights and we apply every available defense to your case.

    In some situations, time is of the essence. If you do not request certain hearings in a timely manner, they are automatically waived. Attorney John J. Pikulski will work quickly and effectively to safeguard your legal and constitutional rights.

    Attorney Pikulski has the experience and knowledge to handle whatever charges you are facing.

    Below is a list of some of the more common criminal charges in Maryland, and the  potential penalties they carry.

    For a complete list please visit http://www.msccsp.org/Files/Guidelines/offensetable.pdf

    MAXIMUM FINE

    CHARGE MARYLAND STATUTE MISDEMEANOR OR FELONY MAXIMUM PENALTY FINE
    Assault-Second Degree 3-203 Misdemeanor 10 years 2500
    Assault- First Degree 3-202 Felony 25 years
    Bad Check over $500 8-103 Felony 15 years 100
    Bad Check less than 500 8-103 Misdemeanor 18 months 100
    Burglary- First Degree 6-202 Felony 20 years
    Burglary – Third Degree 6-204 Felony 10 years
    Burglary- Fourth Degree 6-205 Misdemeanor 3 years
    CDS- Possession Marihuana 5-601 Misdemeanor 1 year 1000
    CDS- Possession not Marihuana 5-601 Misdemeanor 4 years 25000
    CDS- Distribution/ Manufacture Marihuana 5-607 Felony 5 years 15000
    CDS- Distribution/ Manufacture not Marihuana 5-608 Felony 20 years 25000
    Credit Card Crimes $500 or less 8-206 Misdemeanor 18 Months 500
    Credit Card Crimes greater than $500 8-206 Felony 15 years 1000
    Disturbing the Peace Disorderly Conduct 10-201 Misdemeanor 60 Days 500
    Handguns-Wear Carry 4-203 Misdemeanor 3 years 2500
    Kidnapping 3-503 Felony 30
    Malicious Destruction over $500 3-430 Misdemeanor 3 Years 2500
    Manslaughter- 2-207 Felony 10 years 500
    Robbery 3-402 Felony 15 years
    Robbery with a Dangerous weapon 3-403 Felony 20 years
    Theft over $100,000 7-104 Felony 25 years 25000
    Theft $10,000 to $100,000 7-104 Felony 15 years 15000
    Theft $1,000 to $10,000 7-104 Felony 10 years 10000
    Theft under $1000 7-104 Misdemeanor 18 months 500
    Trespass- First Offense 6-402 Misdemeanor 90 days 500
    Possess, use, wear, carry or transport a firearm in drug offense 5-261 Felony 5-20 years
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