Maryland’s handgun laws are among the strictest in the nation, and violating them can lead to serious legal consequences. Knowing how to properly wear, carry, and transport a handgun is essential to staying compliant and avoiding criminal charges. Here’s what you should know to stay on the right side of the law. Here’s what you […]
Read more...Recording conversations or interactions without someone’s knowledge can raise serious legal questions. In Maryland, strict laws control when you record someone without their knowledge and try to use this evidence in court. Knowing Maryland’s recording laws is crucial. This knowledge can help you avoid criminal penalties and keep important evidence from being thrown out of […]
Read more...When a defendant is convicted of a crime, the judge decides the sentence. This sentence can include jail time, fines, probation, or other penalties. In Maryland, one option the court can use is a suspended sentence. A suspended sentence means the judge delays or “suspends” the time a person would spend in jail or prison. […]
Read more...When a defendant is facing criminal charges, they often encounter unfamiliar legal terms and complex procedures. Understanding what certain terms mean is incredibly helpful. One phrase that comes up in court is “dismissed with prejudice.” If your case is dismissed with prejudice, that means it’s closed for good. The charges can’t be brought against you […]
Read more...As our nation’s laws have evolved over the decades, so have laws on drinking and driving. Soon after motorized vehicles gained popularity, the nation’s first DUI laws were enacted in the 1910s. While early DUI laws made drunk driving illegal in certain states, they did not explain how much was too much to drink or […]
Read more...In Maryland, every criminal defendant goes through an arraignment, typically held soon after an arrest. It marks the first step in the court process. Most people know the charges before their arraignment, especially if they were arrested. However, the arraignment is a formal hearing that is supposed to inform the defendant of the charges they […]
Read more...When you’re charged with a crime in Maryland, knowing how the court system works can be helpful. The state has two main trial courts: the District Court and the Circuit Court. Each one handles different types of cases and follows different procedures. Understanding these distinctions can guide how you prepare and what to expect as […]
Read more...A Civil Investigative Demand (CID) is a powerful tool used by law enforcement agencies, government entities, and regulatory bodies to investigate potential violations of civil law. If you’ve been notified about a CID, it is important to understand its meaning, purpose, and what it means for you or your business. In this blog, we’ll explore […]
Read more...Nolle prosequi is a Latin phrase that means “not wish to prosecute.” It is used when a prosecutor decides to drop charges against a defendant, ending the case so it does not continue in court. Charges can be dropped before the trial starts or even once it has begun. This can be done with a […]
Read more...Each state has specific laws related to driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs. States use various terms to describe the criminal act of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated or impaired. Some states use DUI and DWI interchangeably. However, there is a difference between a DWI and a DUI in Maryland that […]
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