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Some terms in the criminal justice system can be confusing. For instance, is drug distribution the same as drug trafficking? While the two terms are often used interchangeably, there are some slight differences between the two. How is trafficking different from...
Preventable overdoses in Maryland and around the country claimed more than 93,000 lives in 2020 according to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and powerful synthetic opioids like fentanyl played a role in about 60% of those deaths. Fentanyl...
Trying to get drugs for your pain may be easier if you are experiencing physical pain from a health condition or injury. If you are seeking drugs with the intent to use them for other reasons, you may find yourself in serious trouble if you are caught. If you do not...
You have certain rights during an interaction with the police that protect you from misconduct. There are federal laws and court precedent to help strengthen the basic protections provided by the Constitution. However, police officers still try to get around those...
If you are a doctor, you have seen the effects of the opioid crisis first hand. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Service (HHS) estimates that in 2019 around 10 million people misused opioids. Wherever there is demand for a drug, someone is looking to supply...
Prescription drugs improve the quality of life for a large segment of our society. These drugs provide help battle physical and mental illness or help in other specific ways. Because of these benefits, those who have prescriptions may be tempted to "share" their...
Drug charges pose a significant threat to your future. Not only do you face the very real possibility of long-term incarceration, but a conviction can also cause irreparable damage to your reputation and leave you with a criminal record that will be nearly impossible...
Someone in Maryland in the unlawful possession of a controlled substance can face serious penalties, depending on whether it is a “hard” drug or whether the accused intends to distribute the drug. The following is a brief overview of drug possession and distribution...
One of the most important Fourth Amendment rights is protection from warrantless police searches in our homes. But a community caretaking exception gives the police the ability to conduct warrantless searches in some cases. The US Supreme Court heard argument in late...
Someone arrested for drug possession could face serious charges in Maryland. When the charges include "possession with intent to distribute," the accused could look at a harsh sentence. Charges might be on the state or federal level although the elements necessary to...
