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Keeping people in jail is as costly in Maryland as it is in the rest of the country. This is a major investment of time, energy, and money that could very profitably be spent elsewhere. Many legal and corrections experts have suggested ways to resolve this issue. The...
People of juvenile age who commit murder in Maryland are a source of controversy. They are often sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole. The thought of releasing them after they have demonstrated an ability to reform is anathema to many. But leading...
All police in Maryland must make quick decisions in the line of duty on a daily basis. They must observe and mentally digest information constantly while on duty. Some activity is not necessarily criminal until certain aspects of the potential crime become evident,...
When it comes to criminal cases, eyewitness testimony can be one of the most important pieces of evidence. However, there are a number of problems with relying on this type of evidence. If you're facing criminal charges, it's important to understand the potential...
If you are released from prison, you will be supervised for a specified time. During this period, you must regularly report to your parole officer and comply with the terms of your release. While there are some general conditions of parole, there are other...
No one ever desires to get interrogated by the police in Maryland. It can be a frightening and confusing experience. If you are not sure what to do, you could make things worse for yourself. To have an easier process and desirable outcome, here's what you need to do....
Recently, this blog outlined several things to remember when police officers or detectives question you about a crime. We wanted to expand on that topic by discussing the American Civil Liberties Union’s (ACLU) take on police interrogations. If you are not familiar...
If a crime has been committed, then the police are going to want to identify a suspect. In some cases, they might mistakingly identify you as a person of interest. When this happens, you will most likely be brought in for questioning. You might even be arrested or...
The criminal justice system is complex, and the decisions that are made during a criminal trial can have a profound impact on the accused individual's life. In order to ensure that these decisions are fair, it is important to consider all of the evidence available....
Did you know that the United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world and that a large percentage of those people are incarcerated pre-trial? Here's a look at the disparate impact of pre-trial detention on marginalized communities in Maryland and what...
