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Suspended License Attorney in Maryland: What "Suspended" Can Mean and Your Next Steps
December 22, 2025
Searching for a suspended license attorney usually means you are dealing with one of two stressful situations: - You just got pulled over and got hit with a "driving suspended" ticket, or - You found out your license is suspended and you do not know how long it has been [...]
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How Long Does Alcohol Stay on Your Breath? What a Breathalyzer Really Measures
December 22, 2025
If you’re asking “how long does alcohol stay on your breath?” you’re really asking something more practical: How long can a breathalyzer still detect alcohol, and how long can that number hurt my case? Alcohol can be detectable on your breath for hours, but there isn’t one timeline that fits [...]
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Is There 4th Degree Theft in Maryland? What You Need to Know
December 11, 2025
If you searched for "4th degree theft" or "fourth degree theft" in Maryland, here's the short answer: Maryland does not have degrees of theft. There is no 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th degree theft under Maryland law. Instead, Maryland classifies theft based on the value of the property taken. [...]
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First Time Offense Credit Card Theft in Maryland: What To Expect
December 3, 2025
A first allegation involving a credit or debit card can feel stressful. Banks flag transactions, stores pull video, and investigators may try to combine purchases to raise the stakes. In Maryland, “credit card” includes debit cards and even an account number that can move money or obtain goods. [...]
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Assaulting a Police Officer in Maryland: What you could be charged with
November 24, 2025
When a situation with law enforcement escalates, an assault on an officer charge can follow fast. These cases move quickly, the facts are messy, and video or body-cam footage often drives outcomes. Here's what to know and how to protect yourself. Maryland has several forms of assault that you [...]
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Constructive Possession of Guns in a Car: Who Gets Charged in Maryland?
November 19, 2025
When police find a gun in a car, it is common for multiple people to be charged, including passengers. Maryland recognizes constructive possession, which can apply even if the gun is not on your person. Below is what that means in plain English and how we defend these [...]
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Do I Need a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor Theft in Maryland?
November 19, 2025
Short answer: yes. Even a "minor" theft case can impact your freedom, your record, and your job. A lawyer can help you understand the charge, protect your rights, and work toward an outcome that avoids the worst consequences. Maryland theft is charged by value. "Misdemeanor theft" often means under [...]
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Palmer v. State: Maryland DUI Needs a Real-Time Link to Intoxication
November 18, 2025
A recent Appellate Court of Maryland decision explains a key point for DUI and DWI crash cases. In Palmer v. State, 266 Md. App. 693 (Aug. 28, 2025), the Court said the State has to connect two things: when you were driving and when you were intoxicated. Being [...]
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What do I do if they are trying to remove me from the ignition interlock program for violations
November 17, 2025
If they are trying to remove you from the ignition interlock program you must act fast. Request an OAH hearing by the deadline on your MVA notice, gather device records, and get a lawyer who handles interlock violations. It's always our goal to keep clients in the program [...]
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First-Offense DUI Lawyer in Maryland: Protect Your License and Record
November 17, 2025
A first DUI can feel overwhelming. Between court dates and MVA deadlines, it is easy to miss key steps that affect your license and your case. This guide pulls together what to expect and how we help first-offense clients protect their record and their ability to drive. A DUI [...]
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