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Requesting Dui Case Continuance
Summary
You can request a continuance for a DUI case in Maryland, even if charges occurred in October and the hearing is in December. Valid reasons and timely requests improve chances. If you dont have a lawyer, attend the hearing, explain your situation, and request a continuance. For a first offense DUI with no prior record, potential outcomes include fines up to $1,000, license suspension up to 6 months, jail time up to 1 year, probation, and mandatory alcohol education. Consider consulting a DUI attorney for personalized advice.Full Conversation
Can you ask for a continuance on a case thats been open for 2 months
Hello ****! To help you better, can you please tell me your location? Laws and procedures can vary by jurisdiction.
Baltimore
Hello ****! Yes, you can request a continuance for a case that's been open for 2 months. Here are some general guidelines:
- File a Motion for Continuance with the court.
- Explain the reason for the request.
- Submit the motion well in advance of the court date.
Would you like more information on how to file the motion or need details about the nearest court?
- File a Motion for Continuance with the court.
- Explain the reason for the request.
- Submit the motion well in advance of the court date.
Would you like more information on how to file the motion or need details about the nearest court?
What if you have court today and can’t file the motion in advance
If you have court today and can't file the motion in advance, you can:
- Attend the hearing and orally request a continuance from the judge.
- Explain why you couldn't file in advance.
- Provide any supporting documentation to justify the request.
Would you like information on the nearest court in Baltimore?
- Attend the hearing and orally request a continuance from the judge.
- Explain why you couldn't file in advance.
- Provide any supporting documentation to justify the request.
Would you like information on the nearest court in Baltimore?
No
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Can you get a continuance on a dui case
Yes, you can request a continuance on a DUI case. Here are general steps:
- File a Motion for Continuance.
- Explain the reason for the request.
- Submit the motion in advance.
If you have court today, request the continuance orally.
Would you like more information on filing the motion?
- File a Motion for Continuance.
- Explain the reason for the request.
- Submit the motion in advance.
If you have court today, request the continuance orally.
Would you like more information on filing the motion?
no thank you
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If you don’t have a lawyer yet for a dui case what should you do
Hello ****! If you don't have a lawyer yet for a DUI case, consider the following options:
- Request a public defender if you qualify.
- Seek a consultation from a private attorney specializing in DUI cases.
- Attend your court hearing and explain your situation to the judge.
Would you like more information on how to request a public defender?
- Request a public defender if you qualify.
- Seek a consultation from a private attorney specializing in DUI cases.
- Attend your court hearing and explain your situation to the judge.
Would you like more information on how to request a public defender?
No thanks
Got it, ****. If you have any other questions or need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. I'm here to help. Have a great day!
Should you refuse field sobriety testing
Hello ****! Refusal to take field sobriety tests can have consequences. Here are some general points:
- Refusing may lead to immediate arrest.
- Your refusal can be used against you in court.
- Consequences vary by state laws.
Would you like more information on Maryland's specific laws regarding this?
- Refusing may lead to immediate arrest.
- Your refusal can be used against you in court.
- Consequences vary by state laws.
Would you like more information on Maryland's specific laws regarding this?
Should you refuse bac testing
Hello ****! Refusing a BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) test in Maryland can have serious consequences:
- Immediate license suspension.
- Possible fines and jail time.
- Refusal can be used as evidence of guilt in court.
Would you like more information on Maryland's specific laws regarding BAC testing refusal?
- Immediate license suspension.
- Possible fines and jail time.
- Refusal can be used as evidence of guilt in court.
Would you like more information on Maryland's specific laws regarding BAC testing refusal?
Yes
Hello ****! Here are some specific laws regarding BAC testing refusal in Maryland:
- **Implied Consent Law**: By driving in Maryland, you consent to BAC testing if suspected of DUI.
- **License Suspension**: Refusing BAC testing results in an automatic license suspension for 270 days.
- **Penalties**: Refusal can result in fines, jail time, and be used against you in court.
Would you like more information on how to handle a license suspension or need further assistance regarding DUI laws?
- **Implied Consent Law**: By driving in Maryland, you consent to BAC testing if suspected of DUI.
- **License Suspension**: Refusing BAC testing results in an automatic license suspension for 270 days.
- **Penalties**: Refusal can result in fines, jail time, and be used against you in court.
Would you like more information on how to handle a license suspension or need further assistance regarding DUI laws?
How likely is it to get a case continued
Hello ****! The likelihood of getting a case continued depends on factors such as the reason for the request, timing, and the judge's discretion. Here are some general points:
- Strong, valid reasons (e.g., medical emergencies) increase chances.
- Submitting the request well in advance helps.
- Judges have final discretion.
Would you like more information on preparing a strong continuance request?
- Strong, valid reasons (e.g., medical emergencies) increase chances.
- Submitting the request well in advance helps.
- Judges have final discretion.
Would you like more information on preparing a strong continuance request?
Show up without a lawyer and ask for a continuance
Hello ****! If you show up without a lawyer and need to ask for a continuance, you can:
- Attend the hearing and respectfully request a continuance from the judge.
- Explain why you don't have legal representation.
- Provide any valid reasons and supporting documentation for the request.
Would you like more information on preparing your request or any other aspect of your case?
- Attend the hearing and respectfully request a continuance from the judge.
- Explain why you don't have legal representation.
- Provide any valid reasons and supporting documentation for the request.
Would you like more information on preparing your request or any other aspect of your case?
If the charges occurred in October, can I still request a continuance in December while at the hearing
Hello ****! Yes, you can request a continuance in December for charges that occurred in October. Here are some general points:
- Attend the hearing and request the continuance from the judge.
- Explain your reasons for needing the continuance.
- Provide any supporting documents to justify your request.
Would you like more information on how to prepare for this request?
- Attend the hearing and request the continuance from the judge.
- Explain your reasons for needing the continuance.
- Provide any supporting documents to justify your request.
Would you like more information on how to prepare for this request?
What if I simply waited too long to hire an attorney
Hello ****! If you waited too long to hire an attorney, you can:
- Attend the hearing and explain the situation to the judge.
- Request a continuance to obtain legal representation.
- Provide valid reasons for the delay.
Would you like more information on hiring a public defender or preparing for your request?
- Attend the hearing and explain the situation to the judge.
- Request a continuance to obtain legal representation.
- Provide valid reasons for the delay.
Would you like more information on hiring a public defender or preparing for your request?
No previous record, 1st offense dui, what are the likely outcomes in Maryland
Hello ****! Here are the likely outcomes for a first offense DUI in Maryland with no previous record:
- **Fines**: Up to $*,*
- **License Suspension**: Up to 6 months
- **Jail Time**: Up to 1 year
- **Probation**: Possible
- **Alcohol Education Program**: Likely required
Would you like more details on any of these points?
- **Fines**: Up to $*,*
- **License Suspension**: Up to 6 months
- **Jail Time**: Up to 1 year
- **Probation**: Possible
- **Alcohol Education Program**: Likely required
Would you like more details on any of these points?
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