Maryland Criminal Defense · Baltimore City · Baltimore County · Statewide
Maryland Criminal Defense · Baltimore City · Baltimore County · Statewide
2018 AVVO 10.0 Rating for Criminal Defense
2018 AVVO 10.0 Rating for DUI/DWI
2018 “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” National Trial Lawyers Association
2018 10 Best DUI Attorneys American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2018 (3rd consecutive year) Top 100 DUI Attorneys, Nationally Ranked National Institute for DUI Defense
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For over 35 years, Allan Rombro has defended people charged with serious felonies, including federal crimes, murder, rape, trafficking, assault,weapons and financial crimes and misdemeanors like drug possession, 2nd degree assault, theft and /parole violations. For high profile examples of how Allan Rombro won nationally prominent cases resulting in being featured in books and news articles, click here: Case Results
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In 2017 and 2018 (to date), more than 30% of Allan Rombro’s DUI/DWI clients received Dismissals or reduced charges and over 80% of the remaining clients received Probation before Judgement, including many repeat offenders (one of whom hired our firm to handle his 5th and 6th DUI in February and March 2015). Of the small percentage who were convicted, 100% had numerous prior DUI convictions. In most cases, these clients did not go to jail. Of the several who did, each had five or more prior DUI/DWI convictions. None received more than 30 days and most received less.
As a seasoned DWI lawyer, Allan Rombro is familiar with all jurisdictions, Judges and courtrooms in Maryland and he understands exactly how to prepare a thorough and winning defense to include technical and legal arguments, how to challenge the legality of the police stop, the probable cause for testing field sobriety tests, the correct (or incorrect) administration of those tests and dozens of other requirements necessary for proper breath test administration.
In March 2015, in a recorded advice of rights to our client, a State Trooper incorrectly advised our client that the legal limit for impairment in Maryland is .8. In fact, it is .08. Two other lawyers missed this mistake. Allan Rombro did not miss it, and he argued to the judge that incorrect advice is tantamount to no advice. Case Dismissed. This is just one example of the thorough and detail oriented methodology Allan Rombro brings to every single DUI/DWI case.
Allan Rombro stays abreast of all scientific and cutting edge DUI technology and defenses. In October 2015, he participated in the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers annual conference: DWI (DUI) Means Defend with Ingenuity Seminar held at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada. As more and more DUI “science” is debunked, lawyers who educate themselves and stay on the cutting edge are much better equipped to win DUI and DWI cases.
In recent years, attitudes toward driving under the influence, driving while impaired, drunk driving, DUI and DWI have changed. A DUI in Maryland is much more serious than it used to be. Judges now interpret the law more strictly and impose harsher sentences. A first-time offender may even have to spend time in jail. Whether this is your first (1st) DUI, second (2nd) DUI or even your fourth DUI, the right DUI defense is critical to obtaining the best possible result, including acquittal, probation, or entry into a program in lieu of a harsher sentence.
Since 1988, the Law Offices of Allan Rombro has represented clients charged with Driving Under the Influence, DUI, Driving While Impaired DWI, Drunk Driving, criminal traffic violations and other criminal offenses. We believe in taking an energetic, assertive approach toward the defense of our clients’ rights and freedom. As a DUI defense attorney for almost thirty years, Allan Rombro is well qualified to obtain the best possible result — one that minimizes the penalties you face and minimizes the impact on your life.
Contrary to what many believe, a successful defense of a DUI or DWI charge is possible with an experienced DUI defense lawyer. Sometimes police officers and prosecutors make mistakes in drunk driving cases. Our firm will examine all of the evidence against you to determine the best DUI defense strategy. We will:
If you have been charged with DUI in Maryland, building a strong DUI defense is critical: we put the client in a stronger position to possibly overcome the charge at trial, obtain a dismissal or reduced penalties.
In other cases, the State may have strong evidence. At your direction, we can take efforts to minimize the consequences; this may include an alcohol usage evaluation by a certified counselor. It can also provide the basis for obtaining placement in a treatment program in exchange for reduced penalties.
A DUI or DWI arrest triggers a process that can cause MVA to issue a suspended license or even a revocation of your driver’s license. To avoid having your license suspended, you must request a Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) hearing within 10 days of your arrest. Attorney Allan Rombro can represent you at this hearing and seek to help you avoid a suspension of your driver’s license or try to obtain a temporary drivers license for you.
If you took a breathalyzer test and failed the breathalyzer, it doesn’t necessarily mean you will lose your license or privilege to drive. Often, Allan Rombro can obtain an outcome that includes getting an interlock device on your car or vehicle. This interlock device is often called a Blow and Go.
An arrest for DUI or DWI is serious. The Law Offices of Allan Rombro will work to preserve your freedom, keep you on the road and minimize the consequences you face. Don’t let a DUI arrest, a DWI arrest, or a Drunk Driving arrest impact your future, your ability to get a job, get a loan or qualify for many other types of benefits.
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You cannot be compelled to submit to a field sobriety test or a Breathalyzer test in Maryland. However, by refusing the tests, you will be penalized by the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). Refusing to take the breathalyzer automatically results in MVA suspending your drivers license. At your MVA hearing, the rules of evidence and procedure are guided by different Maryland law than what guides your criminal case. This means it is essential to hire a DUI, DWI, drunk driving lawyer with experience winning cases at MVA related to DUI license suspension.
There are three standard types of field sobriety tests used in Maryland: the horizontal gaze nystagmus test, the walk-and-turn test, and the one-leg stand test. These tests are designed to help the police decide if a driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and also to test a person’s balance, coordination, memory and ability to follow instructions.
There are several types of defenses to consider if you have failed either the field sobriety test, the breathalyzer test or both. Allan Rombro will analyze your charges and consider all possible defenses, including:
If you refuse to take the breathalyzer, your license will be suspended by MVA. When you first obtain your Maryland drivers license, you agree to submit to a breathalyzer if you are arrested for DUI, DWI or drunk driving. Refusal to take a breathalyzer test results in automatic suspension of your Maryland driving privilege and you can lose your drivers license.
No. You can refuse a field sobriety test. The field sobriety test is a tool used by police, usually at roadside, and designed to provide enough evidence of DUI, DWI or drunk driving. This test is subjective and based on faulty science. Despite this, it is widely accepted as a law enforcement tool. If the police determine that you failed a field sobriety test, that allows them to request that you take a breathalyzer test.
The breathalyzer device measures the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream by analyzing the amount of alcohol emitted from your lungs when you blow into the breathalyzer machine. If you blew less than a .05, you cannot be charged with DUI, DWI or drunk driving. If you blow .05-.07, you can be charged with DWI or Driving While Impaired. If you blow a .08 or above, you can be charged with DUI or Driving Under the Influence.
A 2nd DUI is very serious, but, like a first DUI there may be factors that mitigate your case. Allan Rombro has successfully defended clients charged with a 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and even 6th DUI, obtaining probation before judgement for 4th on multiple occasions and even on 6th .
Yes. If your Maryland drivers license is revoked for refusing to take a breathalyzer test, Allan Rombro will vigorously argue your case to the Office of Administrative Hearings. The OAH hearing can occur before or after your criminal DUI, DWI or drunk driving trial. The best way to get your drivers license reinstated is to win your DUI, DWI or drunk driving case. MVA, however, can still revoke your license even if you win your DUI/DWI or drunk driving case in court. If MVA revokes your license for refusing to take the breathalyzer, Allan Rombro has almost thirty years of experience and will analyze the facts of the initial stop in order to determine if the police followed proper procedure. If the police failed to follow each and every procedural step, it is possible to win your MVA case even if you refused the breathalyzer test.
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