Criminal Defense

A crime scene is meant to capture evidence exactly as it was left. Contamination happens when something alters that original state. This can occur if too many people enter the scene, if items are moved or if evidence is not stored correctly. Even weather can play a...

Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in criminal prosecutions, but errors in collection, analysis or presentation can seriously undermine the case against you. From laboratory mistakes to testimony errors, various types of forensic evidence errors can create...

Discovering a violent crime can be a traumatic experience. Particularly when the other person sustained severe injuries or is someone that the person knows, they may struggle to control their emotional reactions. Most people reach for their phones immediately after...

Evidence is crucial to convict a person of serious criminal charges. The police may collect evidence after an arrest or search to use against a person during a criminal trial. The defendant in a criminal trial could argue that their civil rights were violated and that...

Tampering with evidence is a serious criminal offense. It refers to any action taken to alter, destroy, hide or fabricate physical evidence in an attempt to interfere with an investigation or legal process. This includes actions such as discarding a weapon, deleting...

Repeated messaging may feel relatively harmless, but it isn’t, and it may lead to criminal charges. Maryland has specific laws that address unwanted electronic communication. If the messages are persistent, unwelcome and intended to disturb someone, legal consequences...

Protesting has long been a way for people to speak out against injustice, push for change and express their beliefs. It’s important for teens to learn civic engagement and stand up for causes they believe in.  However, it’s also crucial to acknowledge that there are...

If you have seen shows that feature people getting into trouble with the police, you may have noticed one thing a lot of those people say when the police ask them where they were at a certain time. Often, those under suspicion tell the police to ring their girlfriend,...

A new Maryland law, known as Jamari’s Law, will increase the penalties for causing a death while driving with gross negligence. It applies to cases where someone drives with extreme carelessness, such as speeding heavily or ignoring traffic laws, and causes another...

If you’re facing criminal charges, whether or not your spouse can testify against you may be a factor. The answer depends on a few key factors, including the type of case and your marital status at the time of the trial. Here are some crucial points on the law in this...