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In homicide cases in Maryland, one of the most important things to consider is the role of intent. This defines what the alleged crime may be. For example, 1st-degree murder in Maryland is the “intentional killing” of another person. Intent must be present. The act...
Like many other states, Maryland has abolished capital punishment. That means criminal courts no longer hand down death sentences, even in murder and homicide convictions. Still, murder is a very serious charge that could threaten your freedom if you’re convicted....
Murder and manslaughter cases are often complex and emotionally charged, with serious consequences hanging in the balance – and some cases do end in a conviction despite the best efforts of the defense. However, that doesn’t mean that the defense’s job is over:...
Most people do some dumb things when they are young – things they would not do when they are more mature. In some cases, the things they do, or that someone accuses them of doing, could lead to them spending all or much of their life in prison. Remember courts don’t...
If anyone has doubts about how seriously Maryland takes the crime of arson, the sentencing of a former police chief should make it clear. While the man’s crimes were particularly egregious, the testimony from victims showed the human toll of arson even when no one is...
A police-directed Q&A session is nearly always stressful, but when the authorities want to talk to you about a murder, it can be downright scary. Most people are nervous when the police talk with them about a crime, but when do you need to worry? Their questions...
You might think that facing a charge of murder is about as bad as a situation could get. Unfortunately, you would be wrong in that assumption. Unlawfully taking the life of another is indeed considered one of the most heinous offenses in the nation. However, certain...
Conspiracy to commit murder is a serious crime that can carry severe penalties in Maryland. But what exactly does it mean to conspire to kill someone, and when can you be charged with this offense? Here is what you need to know. A conspiracy is an agreement between...
The crime of felony murder has always carried some controversy. As we’ve discussed here before, a person can be charged with felony murder if someone died during the commission of a felony -- even if the intention of those committing the crime was never to kill...
For some crimes, intent is a very important part of the process. It needs to be present in order for a conviction to stick on those charges. Simply showing that the event took place is not enough. An example of this is a first-degree murder charge. Intent is one thing...
