DUI/DWI/Traffic Violations

Maryland DUI Defense and License Suspension Lawyers

Being charged with a DUI raises many questions and concerns about how the charge and a possible conviction will affect your life. At Whitworth & Trunnell, P.A. in Crofton, Maryland, we help our clients with all criminal and vital administrative aspects of their DUI defense.

Immediate DUI Defense Representation

While any criminal defense matter requires expediency in acquiring legal representation, the various issues in DUI defense law make it even more important to acquire an experienced lawyer right away. You must see us within 10 days to schedule an administrative hearing to prevent your license from being automatically suspended. That seems like a minor detail, but many of those charged with a DUI overlook that simple procedure. A successful hearing allows you to keep your driving privileges during the course of your DUI case.

Reviewing All Aspects of Your DUI Defense Case

At Whitworth & Trunnell, P.A., we will review all aspects of your case, including the probable cause by the officer to stop you. Our DUI defense attorneys will also analyze how the field sobriety and breathalyzer tests were conducted. According to drunk driving laws, you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer test. However, the result could be a license suspension of up to one year without the benefit of a work permit.

Consequences of a Conviction

Having a DUI conviction on your record has ramifications beyond the sentence that you receive. Your insurance rates are likely to go up significantly and you could face the prospect of losing your job because you cannot drive to work. For commercial DUI offenders, that penalty can end a transportation career. Our objective is to present the best argument to the prosecution why the charges should be reduced to reckless driving or dismissed. Enrolling in alcohol counseling paints a positive picture in their eyes and it is something we encourage.

The Criminal Law section is headed by Richard R. Trunnell.

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