When a police officer pulls over a driver on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol, they will often ask the driver to perform a Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST). When conducting these tests, officers will assess the driver’s balance, coordination, and ability to follow a series of directions. Unfortunately, many […]

When we think about driving under the influence (DUI) charges, we often think of an individual driving drunk. However, some prescription drugs may lead to a DUI charge in Maryland. If you face DUI charges in Maryland because of prescription medication, contact the Law Office of Hillel Traub. Attorney Hillel Traub can explain your situation […]

<style=”font-weight: 400;”>Police officers periodically set up driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoints all across Maryland to combat drunk drivers and keep everyone safe. As long as you are sober, you should be fine. However, the smell of alcohol alone may be enough to face legal issues regarding your driver’s license in Maryland. If you face […]

Undocumented immigrants enter the United States every day for different reasons. As of 2016, Maryland had more than 275,000 undocumented immigrants living in the state. Many of these immigrants wonder if they have the same opportunities that documented people do. One opportunity both illegal immigrants and U.S. residents and citizens share is the ability to […]

Maryland law prohibits all drivers from using a handheld device while driving. The law prohibits drivers from writing, sending, or receiving text messages or other electronic communications behind the wheel. However, not all Maryland drivers follow this law. Too many auto accidents stem from distracted drivers and understanding the most common causes of distracted driving […]

During a driving under the influence (DUI) traffic stop, it is common for a Maryland police officer to administer a roadside breathalyzer test. Then, officers often take DUI suspects to a police station upon an arrest to conduct a more scientific breath test, the results of which may be used as evidence in a DUI […]

If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of drunk driving, they may ask you to exit your car and perform a field sobriety test. These tests are used to assess a driver’s balance and eye movements and are the most common methods police officers use to determine whether a driver may be under […]

Many drivers lose their license for driving under the influence, refusing to take a breath test, or accumulating too many points on their license. However, Maryland drivers may also lose their driving privileges for failing to pay child support. The state’s Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) and Child Support Enforcement Administration (CSEA) work together to collect […]

Speeding is one of the most common traffic violations, but what happens if an emergency requires you to speed? Unfortunately, an officer will most likely give you a speeding ticket, regardless of an emergency. Even going one mile over the limit is still against the law. Similarly, you may also face a speeding ticket if […]

Sobriety checkpoints in Maryland make the road safer for all drivers, and police officers are setting up more as summer approaches. Drivers might feel stressed or anxious when entering a DUI checkpoint even if they are sober. Remember, these checkpoints are set up to catch drunk drivers. If you are not doing anything illegal, you […]