Drug Charges

Facing drug charges for the first time can feel overwhelming. Maryland courts treat first-time drug offenders differently than repeat offenders, often allowing opportunities for rehabilitation and reduced penalties. Understanding how the system works can help you know...

When facing drug charges in Maryland, one key factor that can change everything is whether prosecutors claim you intended to distribute drugs. The difference between possession and intent to distribute can mean a much harsher penalty. Understanding how the law defines...

Many people use prescription medications every single day. They do this completely legally. They have a prescription from their doctor saying that they are authorized to use that specific drug and that there is a medical reason for it. They then fill the prescription...

Substance abuse has a strong association with criminal activity. People who become dependent on illegal drugs or prescription medications often break the law to afford or access the drugs they use. Those dealing with active addiction or on the cusp of withdrawal...

Drugs, ranging from caffeine to cough syrup, can be dangerous if people take too much of them. Those taking prescriptions should follow the recommendations of their doctors. Those using prohibited drugs have less control over the drugs they consume. Fatal overdoses...

Driving in Prince George’s County with a small car defect can expose you to more than a ticket. A cracked taillight, expired inspection sticker or dim license plate light may look trivial, but it can give an officer a clear reason to stop you. That stop may then grow...

Maryland, like many other states, has legalized marijuana for recreational use. It is no longer the explicitly banned substance that it once was. People can simply purchase it from a dispensary, and they are not breaking the law to smoke or consume edible products....

Drug tests can often show evidence of past use, even long after the effects of those drugs have worn off. This may become important if you have been accused of something like drug possession, drug use or impaired driving. These tests help to demonstrate that you did...

Both state statutes in Maryland and federal regulations prohibit numerous drugs. There are also dozens of substances that are only legal to possess and use with a valid prescription from a physician. Some drugs blur the line between dangerous, unregulated substances...

Drug distribution charges may follow a transfer observed by law enforcement professionals. If people sell drugs to others, they usually understand that they are vulnerable to allegations of drug distribution or trafficking. However, many exchanges of illicit...