DUI Lawyer in Greenbelt, MD

DUI Overview

DUI/Drunk Driving Criminal Defense Assistance in Greenbelt, Maryland

Attorneys Serving Prince George's County and Counties Across the State

A DUI conviction in Maryland will likely have serious legal consequences. A first conviction can involve fines, jail time and driver's license suspension. A second conviction can result in fines of up to $2,000 and two years in jail. A third conviction can result in fines of up to $3,000 and three years in jail. All DUI conviction penalties also include driving points, which can lead to greatly increased insurance rates.

At The Law Offices of Richard P. Arnold, our two-member lawyer team has a combined 40 years of criminal defense legal experience. Additionally, firm founder Richard P. Arnold is a former prosecutor and has handled hundreds of DUI cases on both sides of the law. This dual experience means that attorney Arnold is fully familiar with prosecutors' tactics and uses this knowledge to strengthen cases in negotiations and courtroom litigation.

We can question police officers' observance of search and seizure laws and the handling of field sobriety and breath tests. Often, police fail to fully follow laws and to conduct and operate alcohol tests, resulting in a dismissal or reduction of charges.

If you have been charged with DUI/DWI, it's important that you examine your defense options regarding staying out of jail, retaining your driving privileges and avoiding driving points. For more information, and to schedule a no-charge consultation, please call 301-850-4663.

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Areas of Practice

• DUI