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What Happens at a DUI Trial in Maryland?
February 19, 2026
If you are charged with DUI in Maryland, the trial itself is only part of the story. A lot happens before anyone calls witnesses or argues to a judge or jury. This post breaks down the DUI trial process step by step, including the pretrial “paperwork and evidence” phase, [...]
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How to Beat a Peace Order Violation in Maryland
February 13, 2026
If you are charged with violating a peace order in Maryland, your case just became a criminal case. A peace order starts as a civil matter. But once someone claims you broke the order, you are facing possible jail time, a permanent criminal record, and serious consequences. This article explains: - [...]
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How to Beat a Violation of a Protective Order in Maryland
February 13, 2026
Getting arrested for violating the order is scary because it feels like the rules changed overnight. In Maryland, the order can control where you live, who you can contact, and what you can do around your home, work, or kids. When the State says you broke an order, [...]
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Can I Take Online DUI Classes in Maryland?
February 3, 2026
One of the first questions clients ask after a DUI charge is, "Can I do my alcohol classes online?" The short answer is yes, but with a major warning: You cannot just take any online course you find on Google. The State of Maryland, specifically the courts and the MVA [...]
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Maryland DUI and Security Clearances
January 28, 2026
If you hold a security clearance (or work in a role that requires passing a background investigation or public-trust review), a Maryland DUI can trigger more than a criminal traffic case. You may face a second, parallel process inside your workplace, command, or contracting chain that can affect [...]
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What Happens When You Get a Maryland DUI? | DUI in Maryland Penalty
January 20, 2026
Facing a Maryland DUI charge can be a daunting experience, filled with uncertainty about your future. This guide aims to provide clarity on what to expect, from understanding the differences between DUI and DWI to navigating potential penalties and exploring available defense strategies. For a broader overview, start [...]
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Can You Get a Domestic Violence Charge Expunged in Maryland?
January 14, 2026
Yes, some domestic violence related charges can be expunged in Maryland, but the real answer depends on what happened in your case and what the charge actually was. That is because “domestic violence” is not always the name of the criminal charge. Many domestic violence cases are charged as [...]
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Maryland Expungement of Certain Convictions: Criminal Procedure Section 10-110 Explained
January 14, 2026
People ask us all the time: “Can I clear this conviction?” Maryland’s Criminal Procedure Section 10-110 is one of the main statutes that allows expungement of certain convictions after a waiting period, if you meet specific eligibility rules. This post breaks down what Section 10-110 says, in plain English, [...]
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Can you get a DUI on a horse in Maryland?
January 6, 2026
Yes, it can happen in Maryland. If you are riding a horse (or driving a horse-drawn vehicle) while drunk or impaired, you can still end up charged under Maryland's DUI law. The key is Transportation Article 21-104. It says that a person riding an animal or driving an animal-drawn [...]
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Mutual Combat Law in Maryland: How “Mutual Affray” Can Affect Assault Charges
December 29, 2025
If you searched mutual combat law, you’re probably dealing with a fight that turned into a criminal case. In Maryland, the idea people call “mutual combat” often shows up as a defense concept called mutual affray. In plain English, it means both people voluntarily engaged in the altercation, not [...]
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