This is a common question that doesn’t necessarily have a clear answer but presents a very real issue. In the wake of gun violence and other crimes, many are calling for tighter gun control laws, looking to restrict firepower, the rate of fire, and capacity. However, what about rifles that are used for sport, or […]
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Sep
Sep
The drug market, like most things in this world, is in a constant state of flux, as new substances are introduced and abused. A new up and comer in the synthetic market is a synthetic cathinone known simply as “bath salts“. This isn’t to be confused with traditional bath salt, like Epsom Salts. They are […]
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Aug
Aug
DUI Checkpoints Are To Protect Drivers DUI checkpoints are a fairly common occurrence in every state across the nation. The premise is simple, officers block off a major roadway which then funnels drivers through one lane allowing the officers to canvas for anyone who might be under the influence of alcohol. A team of officers […]
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Aug
Aug
A new synthetic designer drug is known as “Flakka” is becoming an increasing concern for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency. The active ingredient, alpha-PVP was labeled as a Schedule 1 drug and banned by the DEA in early 2014. Like all Schedule 1 drugs, alpha-PVP is considered to be dangerous due to the high potential […]
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Aug
Aug
Can Marijuana Get You A DUI In Washington, DC? With more states adopting a more relaxed stance on the legalization of marijuana, this question is becoming more prevalent. A DUI involving alcohol has a measurable limit set by a standard of .08% blood alcohol content if you are 21 years of age or older. If […]
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May
May
Will Baltimore Violence Impact Maryland Gun Laws? Since the death of Freddie Gray last month in Baltimore, stories about public safety fears have been all over the news. Protests even caused a Baltimore Orioles baseball game to be postponed due to fears regarding the safety of those in attendance as many protesters gathered close to the Camden […]
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May
May
Gun Control Law Changes on the Horizon Maryland Gun Control Laws have been a hot topic of discussion for quite some time in the media, as well as among Maryland lawmakers and attorneys, and it’s possible we could see some changes coming soon. The topic is controversial and the subject of innumerable heated debates. Maryland […]
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Apr
Apr
Absurd and Sometimes Funny Laws In Maryland History Combing through various state laws in history, you would be amazed (or maybe not) at some of the crazy laws that have been put into effect over the years. Most of these laws are no longer active, but it’s fun to look at how we’ve evolved with laws…and to scratch […]
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Apr
Apr
Does A Failed Field Sobriety Test Mean Automatic DUI conviction? It’s important to understand that most Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) are designed in a way that makes them very difficult to pass. There are three field sobriety tests that have been standardized and approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the state of Maryland. These tests are […]
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Apr
Apr
Can I get Auto Insurance after a DUI Conviction? Auto insurance is one of the many things that can be affected by a drunk driving conviction. Following a DUI conviction, your insurance company will be notified, which can often result in higher premiums due to you being considered a higher risk driver. The other alternative is that your insurance […]