How to beat a Speeding Ticket in Maryland
April 11, 2022
This article will discuss different strategies to handle speeding tickets in Maryland, including the different pleas a person can enter, what a trial consists of, some common defenses in speeding ticket cases, and how hiring a lawyer might help. Speeding tickets in Maryland are civil citations, issued by law [...]
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Robbery vs Burglary vs Theft in Maryland
April 5, 2022
Criminal Lawyers are often asked, what is the difference between Burglary, robbery, and theft, as these terms are often used interchangeably in television, movies, and by non-lawyers. This article seeks to address the difference between these criminal acts. [...]
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What to look for in a Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyer
March 25, 2022
If your child was just charged with a crime in Maryland, it's important to find a qualified juvenile defense attorney as soon as possible. Maryland's Juvenile justice system is complex, and vastly different than the adult criminal system. <center><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sq7JyISXI3I" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; [...]
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How much will a DUI Lawyer Cost in Maryland? Read more here.
March 18, 2022
A question many potential clients ask is - how much does a Driving under the influence, or "DUI" lawyer cost? What other DUI costs can I expect associated with my DUI case? This question often arises after a person is charged in a drunk driving case, and wants [...]
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Nolle Pros Explained - the meaning of a Nolle Pros, or Nolle Prosequi
March 15, 2022
A commonly asked question is the definition of "Nolle Pros". This legal shorthand for nolle prosequi is often used in Court by a States Attorney, or other prosecuting authority who wishes to dismiss a case. Although it may seem strange, a prosecutor needs only to say this phrase [...]
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DUI Stops in Maryland. Was your motor vehicle stop legal?
March 2, 2022
Under Maryland law, an officer must have a legal reason for stopping a motor vehicle. Nearly every driving while under the influence case in Maryland begins with the stop of a motor vehicle. It's important to examine if this stop was in fact legal, because a successful challenge [...]
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Was your case Jury Trial Prayed in Maryland? What you need to know.
February 24, 2022
Nearly every criminal case in Maryland courts originates at the District Court level. The District Court is the lowest Court in Maryland, and can only offer Defendants bench trials also known as Judge trials. Often cases are complex, and having a single Judge as the fact finder in [...]
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How to Find the Best Maryland Criminal Lawyer
February 19, 2022
Do you have a criminal case you'd like to discuss with a criminal defense attorney? Call us today for a free consultation It's no surprise that one of the highest searched terms for finding a lawyer is "best". How do you really find the perfect Maryland criminal lawyer? The [...]
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Should I get a lawyer for my first DUI in Maryland? Answered by a DUI Lawyer.
February 14, 2022
This is a question I've been asked countless times. Honestly, the answer is always YES. The follow up question of WHY? isn't always as simple, as each DUI/DWI case presents unique circumstances based upon several important factors. Below I will discuss some of the considerations as to why [...]
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DUI in Maryland with Out of State license
February 11, 2022
If you've been charged with a DUI in Maryland but have an out of state license, you may be confused at why your State license was not confiscated, if you can still drive in the State of Maryland, and what steps you should take to make sure that [...]
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