Criminal Defense

Before negotiating a plea deal or heading to trial in your criminal case, you should engage in thorough discovery. This is the process whereby you learn what information is held by the prosecution. This can give you a clear indication of the legal arguments they...

When the police want to search someone’s property, they need to get a search warrant. This should give them some instructions, such as specifying the address where the search will be executed or the part of the property the police are allowed to search. It may also...

To many people, kidnapping is a crime that involves strangers luring their children away with nefarious intentions. However, quite a few kidnappings actually involve people who have pre-existing relationships with the children involved. In fact, there are many...

Maryland lacks statewide bans on most knives, leaving it up to the various counties and cities to define and prosecute what knives are legal and illegal to carry. As one can imagine, these types of piecework laws can leave residents and visitors alike exposed to...

More and more often, cellphones are viewed as a source of potential evidence during criminal investigations. A cellphone can carry a wide variety of data about a person, such as their location data, their text logs, call logs, a history of the websites that they...

A night out with friends is often seen as a way for college students to relax after a demanding week of classes and assignments. While social gatherings can be enjoyable, they sometimes come with risky decisions that may lead to drunk driving incidents.  Driving under...

You’ve probably heard the term “citizen’s arrest.” States have their own laws regarding whether someone who’s not a law enforcement officer or even a security guard can detain a person without violating their rights or themselves committing a crime.  Typically, it’s...

Facing a criminal charge is stressful, and part of the process includes appearing in court when ordered. Missing a scheduled court date is a serious matter in Maryland and can carry lasting consequences.  Understanding what can happen if you do not appear can help you...

When most people picture a police officer, they think of someone in uniform. In Maryland, however, not all officers wear one. Depending on their assignment, some may be authorized to work in plain clothes. This can raise questions about when and why officers do this,...

Boating under the influence (BUI) in Maryland is a serious offense that can carry penalties similar to a driving DUI. Whether you were operating a motorboat, sailboat or jet ski, being charged with BUI means facing potential fines, license suspension and even jail...