Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Maryland Updates Stalking Law To Include Electronic Communication
In October of 2022, Maryland updated its stalking laws to include electronic communications that are meant to instill fear or the threat of physical violence. Up until this point, stalking had to be conducted in person. The text of the law included the words “approaching or pursuing”. In this manner, those who committed digital… Read More »
Criminal Stalking In Bel Air, Maryland
It sometimes happens that an individual becomes obsessed with the object of their desire and takes matters too far. They engage in a course of conduct that puts another person in fear for their lives. When this happens, they can be charged under Maryland statutes with the crime of stalking. In this article, the… Read More »
The Role Of Drug Recognition Experts In DUI Cases
A Drug Recognition Expert is a specially trained officer who is employed in DUI cases to determine whether or not someone is under the influence of drugs. In most cases, officers only carry equipment that can determine if someone is under the influence of alcohol. There is no standardized test to determine if someone… Read More »
Marijuana DUI In Bel Air, MD
On July 1st, 2023 marijuana became legal to own in Maryland. Today, it is possible to own 1.5 ounces of marijuana or 2 plants in your home. Due to this, there will be an uptick in the number of arrests for marijuana DUI. However, testing for marijuana is not nearly as mature as it… Read More »
What Is A Criminal Summons In The State Of Maryland?
A criminal summons is a legal document that can and, in some circumstances, will be issued to individuals who reside within the State of Maryland. By being aware of what a criminal summons is, and speaking with a Maryland criminal lawyer, it’s easier for an individual who has been given a criminal summons to… Read More »
If A Family Member Is Facing Criminal Charges, Will They Go To Jail?
Even though jail is one of the most commonly thought of sentences, there are many alternatives to jail that a family member can, and might be, sentenced to. If A Family Member Is Facing Criminal Charges, Will They Go To Jail? The answer to this question is “It depends.” Some family members may go… Read More »
Do You Have To Let The Police Into Your Home If They Show Up At Your Door?
Every citizen within the United States possesses the same rights. All of these rights can, and should, be exercised; especially if the police show up and demand entry into one’s home. By reading what is outlined below, and speaking with a criminal lawyer, one can develop a better understanding of your rights and what… Read More »
Should You Lie To The Police?
When faced with the possibility of facing a severe criminal sentence, some people choose to lie to the police. Even though this may, at the time, seem like a good idea, it never is. Rather than lying to the police, there are other, far more useful, actions that an individual can take. By being… Read More »
What Happens If A Family Member Shoplifts?
Even though shoplifting is often considered a “lesser offense,” when compared to other crimes, it still comes with its own set of penalties and charges. By being aware of these penalties, as well as what constitutes shoplifting, it’s easier to understand what might happen to a family member who shoplifts. What Is Shoplifting? Shoplifting… Read More »
How Can You Obtain A Peace Order Against A Family Member?
A peace order is similar to a protective order, but a little different. For those who are in need of protection, but not eligible for a protective order, a peace order is worth considering. What Is A Peace Order? A peace order is defined as the following: a court order that requires one particular… Read More »
