As DUI defense lawyers, our team at Alpert Schreyer, LLC believes that everyone is entitled to a fair defense in court – especially when the evidence against them does not prove their guilt “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Recently, we represented a Maryland client who had been charged with a fifth DUI and was facing up […]
Category Archives: Criminal Defense
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Mar
Mar
In Maryland, there can be a number of reasons why you may have your driver’s license suspended or revoked. You may have forgotten to attend a driver improvement program, failed to pay a speeding ticket or failed to appear. You may also have had a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction. Whatever the reason may […]
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Feb
Feb
Reckless driving and negligent driving are two of the most common tickets Maryland drivers receive. While neither of these violations will likely result in jail time, they should still be taken seriously. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) can take away your driving privileges. That’s why, depending on the circumstances, it might be a good […]
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Feb
Feb
For a lot of people, the thought of going to court is stressful and intimidating. Knowing the rules and formalities and not knowing what the outcome will be can make the process confusing. Even if you have an attorney by your side, the anticipation of your first court date can be difficult to cope with. […]
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Dec
Dec
College students often get into trouble. They are often living without constant parental supervision for the first time in their lives, which can lead them to make errors in judgment. While many people may consider the mishaps of college students to be all in good fun, conduct can have very real and serious lasting consequences […]
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Jul
Jul
If you’ve been arrested in Maryland, it’s important to know the differences between probation and parole. While there are some similarities, such as individuals on probation and individuals on parole are all monitored by the Parole and Probation Division of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, there are also significant differences. PROBATION Probation is when […]
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Jul
Jul
In Maryland, felony cases are handled differently than misdemeanors. Usually, in a felony case, a person is arrested by a police officer, and a preliminary hearing date is set. During the preliminary hearing, the prosecutor has to demonstrate to the judge that the state has enough evidence to move forward with the case. However, a […]
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Jul
Jul
Being charged with domestic violence is a serious matter. Arguments at home can sometimes escalate to serious charges. Many people who are charged have never been accused of a crime before and don’t know anything about domestic violence charges. WHAT IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE? In Maryland, certain crimes between family and household members are considered domestic […]
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Jun
Jun
The bail system works by letting a criminal defendant out of jail in exchange for money or property that is held by the court until the criminal proceedings are finished. The money becomes a financial guarantee that the person will not flee the jurisdiction. If you leave town, the money is forfeited. Once a suspect […]
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Jun
Jun
You’ve heard the Miranda warning a hundred times on television and in movies so you may think you know what it’s all about. You have the right to remain silent; you have the right to an attorney, etc. But there some common misconceptions about Miranda warnings of which the average person is not aware. Let’s […]