The information contained within this page is designed to assist you in the preparation your DUI/DWI case.
There is a DUI Checklist attached to this page, which is meant to be a reference to highlight the important points of a DUI/DWI arrest.
The suspension of your driver's license or priviledge (if you are an out-of-state driver) may occur:
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In preparation of your case, we leave nothing to chance. In doing so you must take steps prior to appearing in the District or Circuit Court to get evaluated by a certified alcohol treatment program. If found guilty, most first time DUI offenders will be considered for a probation before judgment disposition, which serves to strike a guilty finding. However, the judge’s decision making process will surely focus on your actions post charge and pre-sentence. Getting involved in counseling voluntarily and contemporaneously with the date of offense is vital, and critical to avoiding supervised probation. Most treatment is done on weekly basis in an outpatient capacity. At times, however, an evaluation can reveal the need for a more intensive inpatient treatment program. Costs can range from $450.00 (for outpatient) - $3000.00 or more (for inpatient).
If the cost of the program is an issue, you contact the Anne Arundel County Health Department; or, at least attend weekly self-help groups, which are a great source of support and information, such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Celebrate Recovery.
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