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DUI And DWI Lawyers in Beltsville, MD: 2026 rankings

13 DUI and DWI lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Beltsville: Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz, LFR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Baltimore DUI Lawyer Lance Garner, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 13.

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    Most-reviewed: Baltimore DUI Lawyer Lance Garner, 125 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 13 ranked after Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

13 Beltsville DUI and DWI lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 11 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 13 rated law firms.

Top 10 DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz664.9★ (259)Washington, D.C., 11 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Baltimore DUI Lawyer Lance Garner625.0★ (125)Baltimore, 25 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
3Cohen and Dwin, P.A.604.4★ (97)Milford Mill, 7 mi away——
4Glen Burnie DUI Lawyer, Kunka Law595.0★ (21)Glen Burnie, 18 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Law Offices DUI & Defense575.0★ (7)Columbia, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Beacon Traffic & DUI Defense565.0★ (4)Silver Spring, 7 mi awaySat · Sun—
7Law Offices DUI & Defense555.0★ (6)Arbutus, 18 mi awaySat · Sun—
8Evergreen DUI & Defenders545.0★ (3)Ellicott City, 17 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Law office DUI & Personal Injury534.2★ (5)Pasadena, 22 mi awaySat · Sun—
10DUI & Defense Law Firm535.0★ (7)Dundalk, 27 mi awaySat · Sun—

All 13 DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Beltsville

    Based in Washington, D.C., 11 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    409 7th St NW #222, Washington, DC 20004
  2. Based in Milford Mill, 7 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 97 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 97 Google reviews
  3. Based in Glen Burnie, 18 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    7420 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
  4. Based in Columbia, 12 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    8865 Stanford Blvd #165, Columbia, MD 21045
  5. Based in Silver Spring, 7 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    8455 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910
  6. Based in Ellicott City, 17 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    9055 Chevrolet Dr #146, Ellicott City, MD 21042
  7. Based in Dundalk, 27 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    1576B Merritt Blvd #193, Dundalk, MD 21222
  8. Based in Fort Washington, 22 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    11701 Livingston Rd Ste. 111, Fort Washington, MD 20744
  9. Based in Owings Mills, 26 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    10085 Red Run Blvd Ste 144, Owings Mills, MD 21117

Also serving Beltsville

20 more DUI and DWI lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked DUI and DWI lawyers serving Beltsville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Access Legal Services LLC5.0★ (18)In Beltsville
Adele L Abrams Law Office4.8★ (5)In Beltsville
Charles County DUI Attorney5.0★ (1)29 mi
Drunk Driving Maryland22 mi
DUI & Defense Team23 mi
DUI Att At Law5.0★ (2)23 mi
DUI Attorney At Law5.0★ (2)18 mi
DUI law firm5.0★ (1)29 mi
Jeffrey Nadel Law Offices2.3★ (3)In Beltsville
Law Firm DUI Injury5.0★ (2)19 mi
Maryland DUI Attorneys23 mi
MD DUI & Criminal Defense5.0★ (2)17 mi
Motion Law DUI & Injury5.0★ (1)5 mi
MW DUI Resolutions5.0★ (2)10 mi
MW DUI Resolutions5.0★ (1)10 mi
Personal Injury & DUI Attorney At Law5.0★ (2)6 mi
The DUI & Traffic Lawyers5.0★ (2)24 mi
The Law Offices Of A. Dwight Pettit, P.A.5.0★ (1)24 mi
The Law Offices of Robinson & Associates of Beltsville5.0★ (3)In Beltsville
The Umeh Law Firm4.9★ (16)In Beltsville

How we ranked Beltsville DUI and DWI lawyers

We scored 13 Beltsville DUI and DWI lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Beltsville data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a DUI lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many DUI and DWI defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the fee includes the license suspension hearing as well as the criminal case.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a DUI lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Does your fee include the license hearing?
  • What happens to my license while the case is open?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville: frequently asked questions

Which DUI lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Beltsville?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked DUI lawyer in Beltsville, MD is Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Baltimore DUI Lawyer Lance Garner (#2) and Cohen and Dwin, P.A. (#3) follow. We ranked 13 DUI and DWI lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many DUI and DWI lawyers are there in Beltsville?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 13 DUI and DWI lawyers serving Beltsville, MD. Another 20 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville are open 24/7?

3 ranked DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz (#1), Baltimore DUI Lawyer Lance Garner (#2) and Glen Burnie DUI Lawyer, Kunka Law (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville work on weekends?

11 of 13 ranked DUI and DWI lawyers post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz (#1), Baltimore DUI Lawyer Lance Garner (#2) and Glen Burnie DUI Lawyer, Kunka Law (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Beltsville DUI and DWI lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 13 rated DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Capital Criminal & DUI Defense Group: David Benowitz has the most, 259 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank DUI and DWI lawyers?

Each DUI lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do DUI and DWI lawyers outside Beltsville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Beltsville city center, our service radius for DUI and DWI lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can DUI and DWI lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville, MD charge?

DUI lawyers usually charge a flat fee for the criminal case, sometimes with a separate fee for the license hearing or a trial. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Is there a deadline after a DUI or DWI arrest?

Often, yes. Many states suspend your license separately from the criminal case and give you only days to ask for a hearing: 10 days in California and 15 days in Texas, for example. Check the papers you were given. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of DUI and DWI lawyers in Beltsville, MD ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Beltsville?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Beltsville

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 13 DUI and DWI lawyers serving Beltsville.