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Maryland Traffic Lawyer

Serious traffic charges put your license, job, and insurance on the line. Our team defends everything from high-speed citations to driving while suspended and reckless driving. If your case also involves alcohol or drugs, see our dedicated DUI defense page.

Max Frizalone

Max Frizalone

Built a solid reputation as a DUI specialist by securing acquittals by jury and judge in numerous counties.

  • Completed NHTSA DWI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement Training (ARIDE)
  • Committed member of the National College for DUI Defense
  • Track record of not-guilty verdicts and charge reductions in DUI cases.
Luke Woods

Luke Woods

Seasoned DUI litigator with hundreds of criminal traffic trials.

  • Served in multiple roles within the Army Judge Advocate General's Corps (Army JAGS) and as a District Public Defender for Calvert County.
  • Has tried hundreds of criminal traffic offenses, including countless DUI cases.
  • NHTSA-trained and a committed member of the National College for DUI Defense.

Traffic charges we handle

  • Speeding and excessive speed
  • Reckless and negligent driving
  • Driving while suspended or revoked
  • Failure to remain at the scene and related accident charges
  • CDL and commercial motor vehicle violations
  • Move-over, school zone, and construction zone offenses
  • MVA hearings tied to points or an administrative suspension

Not sure how your ticket is classified. Start with our Maryland Criminal Defense Overview and then contact us to review the exact charge on your citation or statement of charges.

What to expect in Maryland traffic cases

Most traffic cases start in District Court. Some move to Circuit Court if there is a jury trial right or if the State files additional counts. We prepare each case as if it will be tried. That means reviewing the stop, the officer;s observations, the method used to measure speed, and any statements or videos. If a jury is available for your charge, we help you choose the right forum. Compare options in our guide to bench versus jury trials.

Defense strategies that work

  • Challenge the stop or detention. If the stop was improper, key evidence can be excluded.
  • Attack speed measurements. We scrutinize radar, lidar, pacing, and the officer;s training and logs.
  • Expose weak observations. Vague or boilerplate descriptions can be unreliable.
  • Fix license issues early. When a suspension triggers the charge, we work on the licensing problem while defending the case.
  • Protect your record. We seek dismissals, not guilty findings, or outcomes that avoid points and collateral fallout. When appropriate, we pursue diversionary results such as Probation Before Judgment, described in our PBJ explainer on the blog.

CDL and professional drivers

Commercial drivers face unique risks. Points, suspensions, and certain convictions can end a career. We focus on outcomes that protect the CDL and minimize disqualifications. If your route takes you through Anne Arundel, Prince George;s, Howard, or surrounding counties, our lawyers appear in those courts daily and understand local procedures. See our local pages for Anne Arundel County and Prince George;s County.

When traffic charges overlap with criminal counts

Accident cases can trigger criminal allegations like leaving the scene or reckless endangerment. Alcohol related stops can lead to companion DUI or DWI charges. If that happens, we connect your traffic defense with the broader criminal strategy. Learn more about assault and violent crime charges that sometimes appear alongside traffic incidents, and about repeat-offense consequences on our page for � 21-902(h) repeat DUI.

Why choose FrizWoods for a traffic case

  • Focused criminal and DUI defense practice
  • Trial experience across Maryland courts
  • Fast communication and clear next steps
  • Solutions that consider insurance, employment, and clearance issues

Call to action

A single traffic case can raise your insurance, threaten your license, and create problems at work. Get ahead of it. Contact FrizWoods for a free consultation and a defense plan that protects your license and your record.

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FAQs

Do I need to appear in court for my ticket

Many citations require an appearance. Some allow you to prepay, which counts as a conviction and can add points. Talk to us before you decide.

Will a lawyer really make a difference on a speeding case

Yes. The outcome is often about the stop, the proof, and your driving record. A lawyer can negotiate or try the case to avoid points or a conviction.

Can I get Probation Before Judgment on a traffic charge

Often yes if the court agrees. PBJ can protect your record from a conviction. Read more in our PBJ explainer.

What if my ticket is tied to a DUI investigation

You will want a unified plan. Start with our DUI page and then schedule a consult so we can line up defenses on both fronts.

How do I choose between a bench trial and a jury trial

Not every traffic offense qualifies for a jury. When it does, we evaluate the judge, the jury pool, and the facts. See our guide to bench versus jury trials.