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I received a citation from a Maryland State Police officer for failure to make a lane change, with citation number TA-21-405(e(21)). I can't find this specific citation in the Maryland code. During the incident, traffic was very heavy, and a convoy of trucks prevented me from safely moving... View More 
answered on May 10, 2025
This is a moving violation. I believe it is 1 point unless it was an accident in which case it is 3 points. You should request a trial and not a waiver hearing and go to court. If the officer does not appear, you will be acquitted. If the officer is present, you can decide whether to have a trial... View More
I received a citation from a Maryland State Police officer for failure to make a lane change, with citation number TA-21-405(e(21)). I can't find this specific citation in the Maryland code. During the incident, traffic was very heavy, and a convoy of trucks prevented me from safely moving... View More
answered on May 11, 2025
This is a 3 point offense. Requests a trial, not a waiver hearing.
The correct citation is Transportation Code, Section 21-405(e)(2)(i):
(e)
(1) This subsection applies to a stopped, standing, or parked vehicle that is:
(i) 1. On a highway;
2. Using a visual... View More
If I am pulled over in Maryland by the police, do I have to physically hand over my driver's license, or can I simply display it through the car window?
answered on May 5, 2025
The real question is why, provided there was an articulable basis for conducting the stop, you would be hesitant to provide the license? Regardless, the police take physical custody of your license to run your information through their on board computer to verify your identity, determine your... View More
I received a speeding ticket while driving a tractor-trailer. The officer passed me, turned around, and pulled me over at a stop light, claiming I was speeding without using radar. I had a passenger with me, and there were no other traffic violations or previous offenses. Can I contest the ticket... View More
answered on Apr 28, 2025
Yes, you have the right to plead not guilty and contest the citation. However, if the Officer testifies that he conducted a "pace" of your vehicle for a specified distance and that his vehicle's speedometer was properly calibrated and found to be accurate prior to his measuring your... View More
I received a traffic ticket for allegedly violating Maryland State Law Transportation Article Section 21-202.1 by making a right turn at a red light without stopping. The intersection at New Hampshire Ave and Holton Ln did not have any signs prohibiting turns on red or requiring a stop before... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2025
Yes, you are at fault. ALL red lights require a full stop, even those where by law you are allowed to make a right turn. The right turn is allowed after you stop. You were treating a right turn on a red light as if you had a green right turn arrow. That isn't the law.
I'm in Baltimore County and considering historical tags for my 2001 Chevy Cavalier. Is it legal to drive the car on weekends for activities like grocery shopping and commuting to my part-time job if I'm the only person in the car? I want to ensure I follow the laws and avoid any violations.
answered on Feb 26, 2025
Historic vehicles cannot be used for general transportation or to transport passengers or property on highways. They cannot be used to go to work or school. They can only be used in exhibitions, club activities, parades, yours, occasional transportation, and other similar uses. Thus, you cannot use... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2025
It depends where you live, particularly if the mailbox is located on your personal property. I suggest you call your local police precinct to report the incident - if there is an applicable law, an Officer can issue a Citation, but that doesn't necessarily mean the car will be moved.... View More
Apparently I have to reward this question. The only answer I got was from someone who apparently does not know Maryland state law or not enough to know to answer the question. So I ask anyone who Answers. this question to actually be versed. In Maryland state traffic laws, Maryland code... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2024
a Moped is a motor vehicle in Maryland and the operator must be licensed. A motor vehicle violation, if one is convicted, may trigger a violation of probation, but that depends on the terms of the probation order. You would be best to consult with a qualified traffic attorney who can evaluate the... View More
My son’s license plate holder was broken so we had to put the plate in the front window. He was stopped and issued a citation “Failure to attach vehicle registration plates at front and rear”. This is incorrect because his rear license plate was attached correctly. Can we take this to trial?... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2024
Maryland law requires plates be attached to both the front and back. Therefore, he did violate the statute.
However, he can request a trial and go to court. If the police officer does not appear, he will be acquitted. Even if the police officer is there, the judge may reduce the fine if he... View More
So I went in today to renew my Provisional Driver License to a Regular Driver License due to me being 21 now and my Providional Driver License being expired. They renewed it for me and when I got back home and looked at the paper, it says that they renewed my Provisionals DL for an additional 6... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2024
You should get a certified copy of your driving record and probation before judgment record. It will show all convictions and PBJ's. Only moving violations should reset the provisional license. If you have no moving violations, go back to the MVA and speak with a supervisor.
was the driver; now the traffic police is asking her to snitch on a transfer of liability ; is there a law in MD that re butts this transfer of liability " snitching?"
answered on Aug 22, 2024
The Maryland statute states that it is a defense to a camera ticket that you were not the driver, but that you then need to identify the driver. See Md. Ann. Code, Trans. Art., Sec. 21-202.1.
The ticket only carries a $75.00 fine and does not carry points.
under M.D., transportation article 26- 302 if my tags are not on my car but park in front of my house can the officer toe my vehicle?
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Under Maryland's transportation article 26-302, if your car is parked in front of your house without tags, an officer can tow it. The law allows for towing of vehicles that are not properly registered or do not display valid license plates, even if they are parked on a public street.... View More
My car is SEMI TRUCK. commercial vehicle. Driver licenses located VA. Accident location MD HARFORD COUNTY
answered on Mar 10, 2024
You should request a trial and not a waiver hearing and go to court. If the police officer does not appear, you will be acquitted. If the police officer appears, you can have a trial. If you are convicted, the judge can offer probation before judgment which avoids the points. Note that a PBJ counts... View More
My Drivers license is from Maryland. The DMV said I need an Ignition Interlock Device for 1 year in the US to have it taken off my license. I haven’t lived in the US for about 5 years, due to my work.
Is there anything I can do to get it removed so I can get my license again. It’s been... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
You would need to discuss with your lawyer the reason the ignition interlock is required. If it was ordered by a judge or you blew .08 or above or refused a breathalyzer test, then you must do the interlock. There are no exceptions.
If the Medical Advisory Board has ordered the interlock... View More
My provisional license has a different identifier number to my drivers license. So in theory can the ticket get thrown out if the officer recorded my license number incorrectly.
answered on Feb 21, 2024
No, this is not a defense to the charge. However, I would still recommend that you request a trial and not a waiver hearing. Sometimes the police officer does not appear. Even if the police officer does appear and you are convicted, the judge can offer probation before judgment which avoids the... View More
Example - driving a car from Florida, where it has legal but dark tint, through a state like PA, where no addition tint is aloud.
Would it make a difference if your driving on an interstate highway? vs. local roads?
PA laws are typically written. No vehicle shall operate... or no... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
Unless Pennsylvania has adopted a policy not to issue citations to out-of-state registered vehicles with legal equipment that would be illegal in PA, then you may have to fight it all the way to the US Supeme Court, and test the application of the law to you under the Equal Protection Clause, the... View More
Violation as listed: “Not displaying attached front and/ or rear tag”. Although the officer listed in the notes: “Front plate not attached on public roadway. photo taken”. I keep my front tag in my windshield but last night When it was cleaning before entering the house, i placed it in my... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2023
I agree with Mr. Scherr. Either pay the ticket as written, or request a trial (not a waiver hearing; that's the same as pleading guilty, athough you can still request a reduction of the fine). Paying the fine results in a conviction of the offense, which will appear on your driving record.... View More
Violation as listed: “Not displaying attached front and/ or rear tag”. Although the officer listed in the notes: “Front plate not attached on public roadway. photo taken”. I keep my front tag in my windshield but last night When it was cleaning before entering the house, i placed it in my... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2023
Maryland law requires that you affix tags to the front and back of your vehicle. You can request a timely request for a trial and request that the officer that issued the ticket be present. If they fail to appear, you should win. If you are convicted, the judge may cut you a break.
You... View More
I received a citation for texting and driving, and this is my first offense. I understand there is a fine involved, but will I also receive points on my license for this incident?
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
In Maryland, texting while driving is considered a primary offense, and there are consequences that come with it. For a first-time offense, you will likely face a fine, but there are no points added to your license for texting and driving itself. However, if you’re caught in violation of... View More
I received renewal papers from the DC Motor Vehicle showing zero tickets for the last four years. However, I was later informed that I had camera tickets and was asked to pay an amount for these. I paid, but my paperwork clearly says zero tickets. The IRS took the payment without notifying me,... View More
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answered on Jun 12, 2025
It sounds like you are dealing with a frustrating situation where you've paid for tickets that you believe you don't owe. Since the DC DMV paperwork showed no tickets and the IRS took the payment without proper notification, your next steps should focus on formalizing your dispute and... View More
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