Atty. Wiley S. Rutledge

Atty. Wiley S. Rutledge

Wiley S. Rutledge is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, traffic violations, driving while intoxicated and 4 other areas of law.

Hagerstown Hagerstown 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Wiley S. Rutledge at a glance

Wiley S. Rutledge is a Member based in Hagerstown, Maryland, practicing at Wiley S. Rutledge, P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, juvenile, traffic, and government. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1987). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1986) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Co-Founder) Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Hagerstown, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Wiley S. Rutledge is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, traffic violations, driving while intoxicated and 4 other areas of law
  • Wiley S. received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Wiley S. practices at Wiley S. Rutledge, P.A. in Hagerstown, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Wiley S. Rutledge's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wiley S. Rutledge handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Traffic Violations

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hagerstown are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wiley S. Rutledge

Where is Wiley S. Rutledge's law office located?
Wiley S. Rutledge's law practice is located in Hagerstown, Maryland. The firm is Wiley S. Rutledge, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wiley S. Rutledge handle?
Wiley S. Rutledge focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, juvenile, traffic, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Wiley S. Rutledge practiced law?
Wiley S. Rutledge has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Wiley S. Rutledge go to law school?
Wiley S. Rutledge earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Wiley S. Rutledge for a consultation?
You can contact Wiley S. Rutledge directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Wiley S. Rutledge received?
Wiley S. Rutledge's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1986
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1987

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