By Jonathan L. Haskell, Esq., Criminal Defense Attorney | DUI & Traffic Violations – Calvert County, Maryland
License Suspension Lawyer Lusby, MD | MVA Hearing Defense Attorney
If you’ve received a letter from the Maryland MVA warning that your license may be suspended, take it seriously—but don’t panic.
You have options, especially if you act fast.
Many drivers in Lusby get these notices after accumulating too many points, forgetting to pay a ticket, or facing alcohol-related charges.
I’ve handled countless cases like this, and I can tell you: what you do following matters more than what already happened.
Why Did I Get a Suspension Notice?
There are a few common reasons the MVA may move to suspend your license:
- Too many points on your driving record (usually after traffic violations stack up)
- Unpaid traffic tickets or failure to appear in court
- DUI or alcohol-related offense that triggered an automatic review
- Violation of license restrictions (especially for CDL or provisional licenses)
- Driving uninsured or administrative errors
In Lusby, where drivers often commute long distances on MD-2/4 or rural backroads, losing your license can feel like losing your freedom.
What Is a Suspension Hearing?
If the MVA plans to suspend your license, they must give you a chance to respond.
You’ll get a Notice of Suspension with the option to request an MVA administrative hearing—usually through the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH).
This hearing gives you the chance to:
- Present your side of the story
- Explain why your license shouldn’t be suspended
- Offer proof of payment, compliance, or mitigating circumstances
- Request a restricted or work-only license (if applicable)
- Challenge the accuracy of points or records
But here’s the thing—if you ignore the notice or miss the hearing deadline, the suspension becomes automatic.
How I Help Drivers in Lusby Protect Their Licenses
As a defense attorney, I guide clients through the MVA hearing process every step of the way.
My goal is always the same: keep you on the road legally.
Here’s how I help:
- Review your MVA record for errors or point miscalculations
- File your hearing request properly and on time
- Represent you at the OAH hearing
- Make your case for hardship, necessity, or misunderstanding
- Negotiate for a restricted or conditional license
- Help you take action to reduce future points
Sometimes the suspension can be avoided entirely—but only if you move fast.
What If My Suspension Is Alcohol-Related?
If your license is at risk due to a DUI, DWI, or refusal to submit to a breath test, you’re facing more than just points.
These cases move quickly and can result in:
- Immediate license suspension
- Mandatory interlock installation
- Additional criminal court consequences
In alcohol-related license cases, I can help you request a modification, argue for interlock eligibility, or challenge the stop itself if your rights were violated.
“A license suspension notice isn’t the end. It’s your chance to fight for your driving rights—with someone who knows the system.”
— Jonathan L. Haskell, Esq.
Get Help Before Your License Disappears
If you got a suspension notice in Lusby or anywhere in Calvert County, don’t wait. The clock is ticking.
I’ll review your record, explain your rights, and help you take the steps to stay legally on the road.
👉 Book your consultation online now or call us directly at 301-627-5844.
