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By Scott Scherr November 5, 2024
Police will charge you with driving without insurance if you fail to insure and register your car before driving it.
By Scott Scherr October 16, 2024
Effective October 1, 2024, you can now get a DUI expunged if you received probation before judgment.
By Scott Scherr October 4, 2024
Download the police report when it is available.
By Scott Scherr September 27, 2024
There are numerous defenses that can be raised in a DUI case.
By Scott Scherr September 18, 2024
You can get the charges dismissed if they are brought in the wrong county.
By Scott Scherr September 6, 2024
Personal Injury Protection Coverage covers medical bills and lost wages.
By Scott Scherr August 30, 2024
A total loss entitles you to the fair market value of your vehicle plus sales tax and tags.
By Scott Scherr August 23, 2024
You can take steps to mitigate serious traffic offenses and avoid harsh consequences.
By Scott Scherr August 12, 2024
Minor out of state traffic tickets generally do not carry points in Maryland.
By Scott Scherr July 19, 2024
Maryland requires the consent of all parties to record a private conversation.
By Scott Scherr July 2, 2024
Many convictions can now be expunged.
By Scott Scherr June 21, 2024
There are two types of breathalyzer tests that have an officer may offer you for a DUI.
By Scott Scherr June 13, 2024
There are steps you can take to protect your insurance rates if you receive a traffic ticket.
By Scott Scherr June 7, 2024
Moving violations can cause problems for provisional licenses.
By Scott Scherr May 31, 2024
Protective Orders and Peace orders can sometimes be shielded.
By Scott Scherr May 17, 2024
Check a case's status using Maryland Judiciary Case Search or MDEC.
By Scott Scherr May 10, 2024
You can file for a MVA Hearing in a DUI case to prevent a license suspension.
By Scott Scherr May 1, 2024
These are frequent questions I am asked on a regular basis.
By Scott Scherr April 23, 2024
You will be able to file electronically in Baltimore City on May 6th.
By Scott Scherr April 19, 2024
Drivers convicted or who receive a PBJ for a DUI will be required to install the interlock.
By Scott Scherr April 10, 2024
Driving on the shoulder is illegal with one exception.
By Scott Scherr April 2, 2024
Contributory negligence and assumption of the risk will bar you claim.
By Scott Scherr March 26, 2024
You can address issues related to your traffic ticket to obtain a better result.
By Scott Scherr March 19, 2024
Driving on a Suspended License Comes in Two Varieties
By Scott Scherr March 6, 2024
You should expunge any charges that are eligible as soon as possible.
By Scott Scherr February 28, 2024
Check your insurance coverage before it is too late.
By Scott Scherr February 15, 2024
Here are 10 things you should always do after a car accident.
By Scott Scherr February 8, 2024
Out of state traffic tickets will appear on your Maryland driving record.
By Scott Scherr January 30, 2024
You can look up which traffic citations carry points.
By Scott Scherr January 16, 2024
The law requires greater caution while driving on snow and ice.
By Scott Scherr January 9, 2024
Illegal immigrants face possible deportation if convicted of a crime.
By Scott Scherr January 2, 2024
You should consider how much you have had to drink when deciding whether to take a breathalyzer test.
By Scott Scherr December 19, 2023
A Stet Can Allow You to Avoid a Trial and Conviction
By Scott Scherr December 6, 2023
You must be aware of insurance liens when settling your automobile accident case
By Scott Scherr November 29, 2023
There are common "Rules of the Road" that will determine liability in a car accident
By Scott Scherr November 21, 2023
Probation before judgment can avoid a conviction on your record
By Scott Scherr November 15, 2023
These are the steps you should take after an automobile accident
By Scott Scherr November 8, 2023
You can download your driving record from the Motor Vehicle Administration
By Scott Scherr November 1, 2023
Do not ignore a criminal summons
By Scott Scherr October 25, 2023
You can reopen your workers' compensation case so long as it is done timely
By Scott Scherr October 17, 2023
The REDEEM Act of 2023 shortens the time deadline to get your record expunged
By Scott Scherr October 12, 2023
Here is what you can do to get your license reinstated
By Scott Scherr October 4, 2023
You may be able to reopen a paid ticket
By Scott Scherr September 28, 2023
An international driver's license may not be enough to drive in Maryland
By Scott Scherr September 22, 2023
Your rights under Miranda and what they mean
By Scott Scherr September 15, 2023
There are important deadlines to request a MVA hearing
By Scott Scherr September 7, 2023
Vehicle cameras can provide valuable evidence
By Scott Scherr August 31, 2023
Exercise your right to remain silent under the Fifth Amendment
By Scott Scherr August 22, 2023
Diversion programs can sometimes avoid a conviction
By Scott Scherr August 10, 2023
Camera tickets do not result in points
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