Criminal Defense

Most every American is at least vaguely aware that they’re entitled to “due process” if they’re arrested and charged with a crime. Just what does that mean in real life? The “Due Process Clause” in the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution stipulates that the...

Courts sometimes seek psychological testing on defendants. They believe it can help when assessing various things, such as whether a person is fit to stand trial, whether they should stand trial in a juvenile or adult court and what kind of sentence they should...

Many people believe that jail time reduces reoffending rates. The logic seems straightforward: the individual has been punished and has experienced the ramifications of their actions. They won’t want to risk spending more time in jail, so they avoid committing the...

One way to defend yourself against potential criminal charges is to present an alibi. An alibi provides a reason why you couldn’t have committed the crime in question. It is designed to demonstrate your innocence and potentially lead to the charges being dropped.  For...

If you’re being investigated or prosecuted for criminal wrongdoing in Maryland, you may have a multitude of concerns for what your situation may mean for your future. Under such circumstances, knowledge is power. Empowered, informed people can plan for what may lie...

If the police want to search your phone, they’ll likely start by asking if you’ll unlock the device for them. Depending on your phone, this might involve scanning your face, scanning your fingerprint or inputting a numerical passcode. However, you are under no legal...

We've all heard the familiar phrase, "You have the right to remain silent..." It's a staple in crime dramas and police procedurals. But how much do you really know about Miranda rights? Below, we debunk five common myths about these crucial legal protections. Myth 1:...

In many criminal cases in Maryland, intent plays a crucial role. The charges often depend on whether the accused intended to break the law and knew what they were doing at the time. This doesn’t mean that a negligent act isn’t illegal or won’t lead to criminal...

A "warrant" is a term that is commonly associated with criminal cases. However, not all warrants are the same.  In criminal law, warrants generally fit into three categories. Here are three different types of warrants.  1. Arrest warrants  As the name suggests, arrest...

In many cases, particularly those concerning serious offenses, the prosecution will seek to have the defendant sent to prison. They claim locking someone away will make the streets safer, even when it's clear that person is not a threat at all. In Maryland, the courts...