FrizWoods Blog — Page #8

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 DUI defense attorneys who handle interlock violations. It's always our goal to keep clients in the [...]

Protective Order vs Peace Order in Maryland: Quick Guide

November 10, 2025

Quick answer: A protective order is available for the relationships and sexual-offense categories defined in Family Law Section 4-501 and requires qualifying abuse. A peace order generally applies outside those protective-order categories and requires one of the specific acts listed in Courts and Judicial Proceedings Section 3-1503. - Protective [...]

On-View Arrests in Maryland: What It Means and What Happens Next

November 10, 2025

Quick answer: An on-view arrest happens when an officer makes a same-moment arrest based on what they observed or immediately developed as probable cause. It is common at crash scenes, in-progress calls, and active incidents. You still get a rapid court review, and you still have the same [...]

District Court Discovery in Maryland: What Changed in Rule 4-262 on October 1, 2025

November 3, 2025

Maryland's Rule 4-262, which governs discovery in District Court criminal cases, was updated effective October 1, 2025. If you handle DUI, traffic, or misdemeanor matters in District Court, these changes matter. The update expands what the State must provide without a request, adds clarity around technology like facial [...]

Attempted Crimes in Maryland: Elements, Examples, and Defenses

October 21, 2025

Attempt covers situations where someone is stopped short of completing a crime. The State still must prove real movement toward the offense, not just talk or planning. In plain terms, attempt means the person took a substantial step toward committing the crime and did so on purpose. - Substantial [...]

Can You Go to Jail for Speeding in Maryland?

October 1, 2025

Short answer: yes if you are 30+ mph over the limit, police can now charge reckless driving, which carries up to 60 days in jail. If you're going slower than that, a standalone speeding ticket is a civil offense in Maryland and doesn't carry jail time. Automated [...]

Reckless vs. Negligent Driving in Maryland DUI Cases

October 1, 2025

DUI stops in Maryland often come with a stack of companion tickets. Two common adds are reckless driving and negligent driving. Knowing the line between them helps shape strategy and outcomes, and a Maryland DUI lawyer can use these distinctions to push the companion charges down or off [...]

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