Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article

Md. Code, Transp. § 21-902: - 1301 - (a) (1) (i) A person may not drive or attempt to drive any vehicle while under the influence of alcohol

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person may not drive while under the influence of alcohol or impaired by alcohol. Penalties range from fines up to $2,400 and imprisonment up to 3 years depending on offense type and prior convictions.

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