As DUI lawyers Montgomery County citizens have trusted for years, we have seen various outcomes concerning the penalties faced by our clients. If you have been arrested for driving while intoxicated in the state of Maryland, the penalties you face under such a conviction aren’t always easy to determine. In many instances, our clients are able to receive community service when they are arrested for either a DWI or DUI.
Each case is different, of course, and we cannot guarantee any result community service as a result. However, as it can be a less devastating punishment than some of the other possibilities, we may push for community service and, depending on your prior circumstances, community service may be an option. Few lawyers are better equipped to handle such an endeavor than DUI lawyers of Montgomery County, who have specialized knowledge and experience in DUI and DWI law.
What circumstances may make me eligible for community service?
If this conviction would potentially be your 2nd DUI on record, you may be able to receive 30 days of community service in lieu of a jail sentence. If this conviction would be your 3rd DUI conviction, you may receive 60 days of community service in lieu of jail time.
What kind of community service may I contribute?
Typically there are several different options in terms of how you can complete your community service hours. The court may offer you a list of companies or government agencies to contact who may have opportunities for community service. As Montgomery County DUI lawyers, we hope to find you reasonable ways in which to fulfill your hours.
Will I be able to drive to the destination in which my community service will take place?
An excerpt from DUIprocess.com answers this question:
You only have 10 days from the date of your arrest in which to schedule an administrative hearing with the MVA if you wish to retain your driving privileges. Failure to request a hearing in the allotted time will result in the suspension of your license being upheld. It typically takes between 4 and 6 weeks for a hearing to be held once it has been scheduled, so time is definitely of the essence if you want to avoid not being able to drive.
We can’t be sure exactly how your case will end up, and which penalties you face. In order to offer you further advice, it would be very helpful to understand the specific information pertaining to your case. Call us at 301-355-2084 or contact us online today for a free case evaluation.