The creation of fentanyl was a major medical breakthrough. When compared with traditional opioid medications like morphine and codeine, opiates like fentanyl are stronger, cheaper to manufacture and easier to reliably supply to medical facilities. Fentanyl has made...
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Drug Charges
The amount of drugs in your possession may exacerbate charges
Apart from cannabis, any other controlled substance is illegal in Maryland. However, illicit drug use remains high in the state. Therefore, carrying any type of controlled substance, even for personal use, may result in possession charges. Harsher penalties may apply...
2 transportation mistakes that lead to prescription drug charges
A prescription is a very powerful little piece of paper. That recommendation from a physician makes it lawful to possess and consume a medication that could otherwise lead to criminal charges. Provided that a physician recommends that someone uses a specific drug and...
Are drug courts a better option?
When people are arrested on drug charges or allegations, they often assume that they are going to have to spend time behind bars. They will go to court, have a trial and be sentenced to time in jail if they are convicted. Of course, perhaps they hope to avoid that...
Recreational cannabis is now legal in MD – with limits
Now that recreational cannabis is legal in Maryland, it’s important to know that this doesn’t mean the state has become a “Smoke ‘em if you got ‘em” free-for-all. It’s legal for adults (21 and over) to use. There are limitations on where it can be used and how much...
Have you been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia?
Drug crimes are aggressively prosecuted and punished in Maryland and throughout the U.S. Besides drug possession, trafficking and/or distribution charges, you can also be charged with possessing drug paraphernalia. Basically, drug paraphernalia refers to the...
What are some defenses against drug distribution charges?
A conviction for drug distribution in Maryland can result in some harsh consequences. Depending on the amount and type of drug, those convicted can usually expect to face incarceration and costly fines. You probably fear for your future right now if you’ve recently...
Can addiction play a role in a prescription drug crime defense?
Maybe you hurt your back at work, and your doctor generously prescribed opioids for your long-term pain. Unfortunately, you realized you were addicted to the drug when it was time to stop taking your medication. Since drug addiction is extremely hard to overcome, many...
Marijuana odors will no longer be an excuse for a police search
Last November, as you may recall, Maryland residents voted to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. That new law takes effect on July 1. Another new law passed by Maryland state representatives that also takes effect on that day prohibits law enforcement...
When are you protected by Maryland’s Good Samaritan overdose law?
As more toxic drugs like fentanyl make their way onto the streets and into the hands of unsuspecting drug users and addicts, the rate of fatal overdoses in this country has increased. It was already out of control, with opioids, heroin and other highly addictive drugs...