Bowie Criminal Lawyer
Bowie is the largest city in Prince George's County, and a charge here runs through the county court system. FrizWoods defends assault, drug charges, theft, gun offenses, and felony cases in the Prince George's County courts, and our office sits nearby in Upper Marlboro. For a statewide overview of how we work, start with our Maryland criminal lawyer hub, then come back here for the Bowie specifics.
Call us 24/7 at (877) 343-1031 for a free consultation.
Max Frizalone
Founding partner of FrizWoods LLC known for courtroom-first strategy and client-focused advocacy.
- Former Prince George's County State's Attorney and Maryland Public Defender.
- Handled serious cases including carjackings, attempted murder, armed robbery, and violent felonies.
- A thoroughly reviewed criminal lawyer with a track record of trial wins in high-stakes felony and misdemeanor cases.
Luke Woods
Veteran trial attorney with decades of criminal defense experience across Maryland courts.
- Over 20 years of experience in Maryland criminal courts
- Handled thousands of cases and 100+ trials.
- Extensive motion practice, jury/bench trials, and complex felony litigation.
How Criminal Cases Work in Bowie
Prince George's County is part of District 5 of the District Court of Maryland. Bowie cases are heard at one of the county's two District Court locations, the Hyattsville courthouse at 4990 Rhode Island Avenue or the Upper Marlboro courthouse at 14735 Main Street. Misdemeanors such as second degree assault, theft under $1,500, and drug possession are usually tried before a judge in District Court. Felonies, including first degree assault and serious gun charges, move to the Circuit Court for Prince George's County in Upper Marlboro, where you may have the right to a jury trial.
Arrests in Bowie are typically made by the Bowie Police Department, the Prince George's County Police, or the Maryland State Police. If a loved one is being held, we can appear at a bail review hearing to argue for release.
Current District 5 judges include Clayton Anthony Aarons, Bryon Seth Bereano, John Anthony Bielec, Dolores Dorsainvil, Llamilet Gutierrez, Robert W. Heffron Jr., Kimberly V. Lewis, Laura J. Novello, Erik H. Nyce, Melissa A. Pryce, Wennesa Bell Snoddy, Katina Self Steuart, Ann Wagner-Stewart, and Sherrie M. Waldrup, with Lisa Angela Hall Johnson serving as Administrative Judge.
What We Defend in Bowie
- Assault - Second degree, first degree, and domestic assault
- Drug charges - Possession and possession with intent to distribute
- Theft and property - Shoplifting and felony theft and burglary
- Gun and firearm offenses - Wear, carry, and transport and felon in possession
- DUI and DWI - See our Bowie DUI lawyer page
- Probation violations - Violation of probation hearings and warrant recalls
Why Hire FrizWoods
Criminal defense is all we do, and Prince George's County is home turf. Max Frizalone is a former Prince George's County prosecutor and a Super Lawyers Rising Stars selection, so he has seen how the State builds these cases from the inside. Luke Woods is a former Army JAG officer and supervising public defender with more than 20 years of trial experience. We prepare every case for trial, which puts us in the strongest position whether we negotiate or litigate. See our case results and client reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor in Bowie?
Yes. Misdemeanors can carry real jail time. Second degree assault alone carries up to 10 years, and a conviction stays on your record unless you later qualify for expungement.
Can my charges be dismissed?
Often, yes. We look first at the legality of the stop, search, and any statements, then at the strength of the State's evidence. Suppressing key evidence can end a case.
Where will my Bowie case be heard?
Most Bowie cases start at the District Court for Prince George's County in Hyattsville or Upper Marlboro. Felonies and cases where you request a jury trial go to the Circuit Court for Prince George's County in Upper Marlboro.
Talk to a Bowie Criminal Lawyer
If you are facing charges in Bowie or anywhere in Prince George's County, contact us for a free consultation. We are available 24/7 and ready to start working on your case today.
Charged Elsewhere in Maryland?
We defend criminal cases in courthouses across the state. For a full overview of how we handle charges from arrest to court, see our Maryland criminal lawyer page.
Our Upper Marlboro Office Near Bowie
The closest FrizWoods office to Bowie is in Upper Marlboro, right by the Prince George's County courts:
FrizWoods LLC
14513 Main St B
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 720-1917
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Serving Bowie and Nearby Prince George's Communities
Bowie is the largest city in Prince George's County, with cases heard in the county courts in Upper Marlboro and Hyattsville. If your charge involves a DUI, our Bowie DUI lawyer page goes deeper. For the county-wide picture, visit our Prince George's County criminal lawyer hub and the statewide Maryland criminal lawyer page.
We also defend clients in neighboring Prince George's communities:
- Clinton criminal lawyer
- College Park criminal lawyer
- Fort Washington criminal lawyer
- Hyattsville criminal lawyer