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DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

The Fifth of July: I Got a DUI Over the 4th. Now What?

By 9:00 a.m. on the Monday after the holiday, the calls start. What to do — and what not to do — after a July 4th weekend DUI or DWI arrest in Maryland.

July 6, 2026
DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

Three Sheets to the Wind: Maryland's Boating Under the Influence Laws, Explained

A perfect day on the Bay can end in criminal charges. BUI vs. BWI penalties, what Natural Resources Police look for, and the breath-test rule most Maryland boaters get wrong.

June 6, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE & CANNABIS

Sold as Legal, Seized as Evidence: The Maryland Hemp-THC Crackdown

"Federally compliant" is not the same as Maryland legal. Why certificates of analysis won't stop a search warrant — and what every Maryland retailer needs to know.

June 5, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Arrested During Beach Week? Maryland Underage Drinking Charges Explained

Maryland's underage drinking laws carry real consequences — from fake ID misdemeanors to zero-tolerance DUI charges. What parents and teens need to know.

May 12, 2026
FIRM NEWS & RECOGNITION

Mandeep Chhabra Named a 2026 Managing Partners Honoree by The Daily Record

One of 29 law firm leaders recognized statewide for leadership, vision, and community impact — rooted in responsibility and five decades of service in Annapolis.

May 4, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Arrested Doesn't Mean Guilty: A Veteran Defense Attorney's Perspective

After decades in criminal defense, one of the most damaging misconceptions persists: if they were arrested, they must have done something. Here's why that's wrong.

May 1, 2026
EXPUNGEMENT & CRIMINAL RECORDS

Bye, Bye, Bye to Your DUI: How Maryland Expungement Actually Works

The 15-year rule no one is talking about. A plain-language guide to what's possible, what isn't, and why most Marylanders get DUI expungement wrong.

April 21, 2026
MARYLAND LAW & CULTURE

Maryland Law or April Fools? 6 Real Laws That Sound Completely Made Up

Think you can tell real Maryland law from an April Fools' joke? From illegal fortune telling to banning lions at the movies — these bizarre statutes are 100% real.

April 1, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

What Does Nolle Prosequi Mean in Maryland?

“Nolle prosequi” means the State dropped your charge — but it isn’t quite a dismissal. What it means for your record, bond, and expungement.

July 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

What Is a Stet Docket in Maryland?

A “stet” moves your charge to an inactive docket — not a conviction, not quite a dismissal. Here’s how it works.

July 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Probation Before Judgment (PBJ), Explained

A PBJ lets you avoid a conviction on your record. Who qualifies, how it works, and why it’s so often the goal.

July 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

What Is a Body Attachment in Maryland?

A body attachment is a court order to bring you in — often over a missed payment or court date. What it means and what to do.

July 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

What Does “Commitment Pending Hearing” Mean?

It means you’re held until a bail review. What happens next — and how a lawyer can help you get released.

July 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Maryland Sex Offender Tiers Explained: Tier I, II & III

How long you stay on Maryland's sex offender registry — 15 years, 25 years, or life — depends on your tier. Here's what separates them.

July 2026
DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

Maryland's Legal Alcohol Limit & BAC Chart

The legal limit in Maryland is 0.08 — but a 0.07 can still mean a DWI. The full BAC chart, DUI vs. DWI, and what each number means.

Updated July 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Know Your Rights During a Maryland Traffic Stop

Traffic stops can escalate quickly. Knowing your constitutional rights during an encounter with law enforcement is essential for protecting yourself.

March 20, 2026
DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

DUI Checkpoints in Annapolis: What You Need to Know

Sobriety checkpoints are common in Annapolis. Learn about your rights at DUI checkpoints, how they operate, and what you should do if stopped.

March 12, 2026
FIRM NEWS

Anchored in Annapolis: Our Next Chapter

We're excited to announce our latest office expansion and new team members joining Cochran & Chhabra as we continue to serve the Annapolis community.

March 5, 2026
DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

First Offense DUI in Maryland: What to Expect

Facing a first-time DUI charge? Understanding the process, penalties, and your options is the first step toward protecting your future and your rights.

Feb 22, 2026
DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

New Rules, Higher Stakes: What Every Maryland Driver Needs to Know Before October 1st

Maryland DUI laws are changing — new interlock requirements, harsher repeat offender penalties, and why you should think twice before taking a field sobriety test.

September 15, 2025
DUI & TRAFFIC LAW

Out-of-State DUI in Maryland: What Visitors Need to Know

Visiting Maryland and charged with a DUI? How an out-of-state arrest affects your home-state license, why strategy matters more than ever, and a real case where a last-minute pivot changed everything.

September 1, 2025
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