FrizWoods Blog — Page #20
Hit and Run in Maryland | Laws & Penalties
September 20, 2022
Updated for 2025 > Quick answer (44 words): If you’re involved in a crash in Maryland, you must remain, assist, exchange info, and notify authorities when required. Leaving the scene brings escalating penalties: property‑damage cases, then injury, then death carry increasingly severe jail and fine exposure plus license points. If [...]
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How to handle a 4th DUI in Maryland - 4th DUI Maryland First Steps
September 11, 2022
If you are facing your fourth DUI and DWI allegation, the stakes cannot be higher. With Maryland driving under the influence subsequent offense penalties, you could be facing serious jail time. This article will address first steps you should take if facing a 4th dui, including: 1. what the potential [...]
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STET Docket Maryland - Maryland Criminal Cases placed on the STET Docket
August 30, 2022
> Quick answer (47 words): A STET is an agreed, indefinite pause of prosecution. The case goes inactive while you complete conditions. If you comply, the State typically drops charges later. A STET is not a conviction and is often expungeable after 3 years if you stay otherwise [...]
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CDL DUI Maryland - Commercial Driver's Licenses & DUI/DWI
August 23, 2022
Maryland imposes serious penalties on commercial drivers who are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). Commercial driver's license (CDL) holders must abide by strict federal regulations due to the nature of their vehicles. Part of these regulations hold commercial drivers to a higher standard than non-commercial drivers [...]
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Ignition Interlock Violations in Maryland
August 14, 2022
If you've been ordered to have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle, you must abide by the order. Unfortunately, some people behave as if the use of a court-ordered ignition interlock device is optional or merely a suggestion. This isn't the case, however, and failing to [...]
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A review of Warrants in Maryland, What to do if I have a warrant?
August 7, 2022
Finding out that a warrant has been issued for your arrest can be jarring, to say the least. Fear, anger, and anxiety are just a few of the many emotions experienced by those facing the prospect of arrest. If a warrant has been issued for your arrest in [...]
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Maryland Protective Orders vs Maryland Peace Orders
July 25, 2022
If you're wondering what the difference between a Peace Order and a Protective Order is in Maryland, you've reached the right place. Each of these orders is a civil order, issued by Maryland's District Court. Read more to find out if you qualify to ask for an order, [...]
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Everything you need to know about Sex Offenses, Rape and Age of Consent in Maryland.
July 13, 2022
The state of Maryland defines several types of sex crimes, each of which carries serious penalties. And although such laws are necessary to prevent sexual crimes, unfortunately, innocent people sometimes find themselves facing sex crime charges. From regret regarding a sexual encounter, to revenge for some perceived slight, [...]
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Maryland DUI Checkpoints Explained
June 23, 2022
No one-whether they are under the influence or not-enjoys being stopped at a DUI checkpoint. DUI checkpoints can be intimidating, and many people are confused when it comes to the legality of these kinds of investigatory stops. Should you ever find yourself stopped at a DUI checkpoint, it's [...]
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Maryland Ghost Gun Lawyer - New Ghost Gun Laws explained
June 17, 2022
Maryland recently passed a new set of Ghost Gun Laws that have taken effect as of June 1, 2022. There are new penalties for receiving, selling, exchanging, or transferring what are commonly referred to as "ghost guns", which have taken effect as of June 1, 2022. While this may [...]
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