A DUI conviction can be life-changing. You could lose your driver's license, be forced to pay heavy fines and even spend time in jail. But for government employees who need security clearance to do their jobs, the consequences may be even more severe. If you are...
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The penalties for drug paraphernalia possession in Maryland
Many Maryland residents may already know that the State Assembly recently reduced the criminal penalties for possession of marijuana. However, even with this development, the Assembly has not changed the penalties for possession of drug paraphernalia and if a resident...
What are some examples of white collar crimes in Maryland?
The term "white collar crime" is used as a general description for nonviolent criminal activity involving the use of fraud or deceit for financial gain. In Maryland there are a number of federal and state crimes that fall into the category of white collar crimes. This...
What is the purpose of a grand jury in Maryland?
In controversial or high-profile cases involving violent crimes or allegations of wrongdoing by a public official, a Maryland prosecutor may choose not to make the charging decision alone, but instead to convene a grand jury to determine whether the individual should...
What are the ramifications for child sexual abuse charges in MD?
People in Upper Marlboro and throughout Maryland who are facing charges for sexual crimes are undoubtedly aware of the stigma surrounding these accusations. The social and criminal ramifications are made even worse if they involve a child sexual assault. In addition...
Is a mental disability a legitimate criminal defense?
One of the primary tenets of criminal law in America is the element of intent. For instance, if you accidentally break someone's nose in a car accident, you may or may not be criminally liable because you did not mean to do it. In contrast, if you punch someone in the...