FrizWoods Blog — Page #21
Ignition Interlock Violations in Maryland
August 14, 2022
If you've been ordered to have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle, you must abide by the order. Unfortunately, some people behave as if the use of a court-ordered ignition interlock device is optional or merely a suggestion. This isn't the case, however, and failing to [...]
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A review of Warrants in Maryland, What to do if I have a warrant?
August 7, 2022
Finding out that a warrant has been issued for your arrest can be jarring, to say the least. Fear, anger, and anxiety are just a few of the many emotions experienced by those facing the prospect of arrest. If a warrant has been issued for your arrest in [...]
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Maryland Protective Orders vs Maryland Peace Orders
July 25, 2022
If you're wondering what the difference between a Peace Order and a Protective Order is in Maryland, you've reached the right place. Each of these orders is a civil order, issued by Maryland's District Court. Read more to find out if you qualify to ask for an order, [...]
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Everything you need to know about Sex Offenses, Rape and Age of Consent in Maryland.
July 13, 2022
The state of Maryland defines several types of sex crimes, each of which carries serious penalties. And although such laws are necessary to prevent sexual crimes, unfortunately, innocent people sometimes find themselves facing sex crime charges. From regret regarding a sexual encounter, to revenge for some perceived slight, [...]
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Maryland DUI Checkpoints Explained
June 23, 2022
No one-whether they are under the influence or not-enjoys being stopped at a DUI checkpoint. DUI checkpoints can be intimidating, and many people are confused when it comes to the legality of these kinds of investigatory stops. Should you ever find yourself stopped at a DUI checkpoint, it's [...]
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Maryland Ghost Gun Lawyer - New Ghost Gun Laws explained
June 17, 2022
Maryland recently passed a new set of Ghost Gun Laws that have taken effect as of June 1, 2022. There are new penalties for receiving, selling, exchanging, or transferring what are commonly referred to as "ghost guns", which have taken effect as of June 1, 2022. While this may [...]
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Reckless Endangerment Charges explained by a Maryland Lawyer
June 12, 2022
In layman's terms, to act recklessly is to disregard a risk. However, under the Maryland Criminal Code, reckless endangerment has a specific meaning and carries serious penalties. And although Maryland's reckless endangerment statute has a valid purpose-to deter people from engaging in potentially harmful conduct-overzealous prosecutors are often [...]
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Everything you need to know about Maryland Bail Review Hearings
June 1, 2022
<center><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HMOKMARZ1uk" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></center> Maryland bail reviews can be confusing, and often occur within a day of charges being brought. This can leave a person ill prepared for their bail review hearing, which is often handled by [...]
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Going to Court for a Maryland Shoplifting Case.
May 24, 2022
If you or someone you love has been charged with shoplifting charges in Maryland, you may be wondering what to expect from Court. This article will provide some basics about shoplifting charges, how best to prepare for Court, and what type of evidence the State of Maryland typically presents [...]
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DUI Jury Trial in Maryland. Should you take your DUI to a jury?
May 19, 2022
If you've been charged with a first, second, third, or forth DUI in Maryland, you may be considering a jury trial. This article is designed to take you through our attorney's thought processes when considering a jury trial in a DUI case. Most drunk driving cases in Maryland are [...]
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