Glen Burnie DUI Lawyer

Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Anne Arundel County

Our state has tough DUI laws such as "zero tolerance" for underage drinking and driving and law enforcement being able to arrest a person for a lower BAC level than in most states (.07%). This strict stance becomes more evident when there is a 2nd, 3rd or subsequent conviction for a DUI offense. As the number of convictions increase, the penalties become even more severe.

If you are being charged with a 2nd or more DUI crime, now is the time to utilize the hard-hitting legal services of a committed Glen Burnie criminal defense attorney from Ward Pratz & Associates, P.A. The punishments you face will be harsher than a first offense and the courts less willing to be lenient in your case.

2nd and 3rd DUI Convictions

It will be a 2nd DUI offense if there has been one prior conviction within a 5-year period. For a 2nd DWI conviction, you can be jailed for up to 1 year while a 2nd DUI crime is a maximum of 2 years in jail. Under some circumstances, you may be allowed to pay a fine in place of a jail sentence or perform community service. Our firm works to make the time you spend in jail as small as possible. For a 2nd DWI you can be fined up to $500 and a 2nd DUI offense may result in a $2,000 fine. Your license suspension will depend upon your BAC at the time of your arrest and you will have to successfully complete an alcohol education program.

If it is your 3rd conviction in 5 years, the jail sentence for a DUI becomes a maximum of 3 years. That sentence can go up to 4 years if a minor was present in the vehicle at the time of your arrest. Fines can reach up to $4,000 and your driving privileges may be suspended for up to 18 months. You will also be required to complete an alcohol education program as well.

Our knowledge of the DUI process and ability to fight for your best interests may make the difference in seeing your case through to a favorable conclusion.

If you face a 2nd or more DUI conviction within 5 years, it is vital to contact a Glen Burnie DUI lawyer for proven legal assistance.