QUESTION
Can I fight the ticket for driving under the influence or get it reduced?
Asked on Feb 21st, 2015 on DUI/DWI - Maryland
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My son is a new driver,17 years old, pulled over for not having his lights on at night. Cop asked if he had been using any illegal substance. He told him, yes, he smoked pot an hour before. No other evidence of use. Was charged with driving under the influence.
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Your son may have a defense to the DUI/DWI charge. The only apparent evidence against your son is:
he was observed driving
he admitted to using pot
his lights were off when he was driving at night
An argument could be made that the evidence is insufficient to prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. An investigation should be conducted by a lawyer into all of the facts, including obtaining a copy of the police report. This is a ticket that should be fought.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2015 at 12:57 PM