Lexington Park Criminal Defense Lawyer
Lexington Park matters often involve unique military considerations given proximity to NAS Patuxent River. We craft a defense that aligns with Leonardtown District Court and St. Mary’s County Circuit Court while addressing career and clearance concerns.
What We Defend in Lexington Park
- DUI/DWI: license protection, interlock, and court/MVA strategy
- Assault/Domestic: self‑defense, credibility disputes, and video/911 analysis
- Drug Charges: possession/PWID; searches, warrants, and lab issues
- Felony Defense: violent/property felonies with complex discovery
- Theft/Property: shoplifting to burglary
- Bench Warrants/Probation: warrant recalls and violation hearings
Our Approach
- Immediate plan: release, evidence preservation, and mitigation
- Discovery/investigation: BWC, CAD, 911, lab materials; scene/witness work
- Motions: stop/search/statement challenges; expert and lab reliability
- Negotiation vs. trial: candid ranges and preparation for both
Military & Clearance Considerations
We plan around command notifications, security clearances, and military career tracks. Where possible, we aim for outcomes that minimize collateral impact on service and contracting roles.
The Lexington Park Process (What to Expect)
- Initial appearance and conditions of release
- Discovery/investigation: BWC, CAD, 911, lab materials; scene/witness work
- Motions that change outcomes: suppressing unlawful stops/searches/statements; challenging lab or expert reliability
- Negotiation vs. trial with candid ranges
- Disposition and sentencing presentation focused on mitigation
Collateral Issues We Plan For
- Base access, command notifications, and career implications
- Security clearances and public trust eligibility
- Professional licensing and background checks
- MVA exposure and insurance consequences for traffic‑related cases
FAQs
Do first‑time offenders get jail in Lexington Park?
Often not—particularly with strong mitigation and viable legal issues. Facts and history drive outcomes.
Should I start counseling before court?
Sometimes it helps. We’ll recommend only what adds value in St. Mary’s County courts.
Will this affect my clearance?
We plan toward outcomes that minimize clearance risk and advise on documentation that can help.
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