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Sexual Assault
Suspect in sexual assault also accused of other crimes
When it comes to criminal charges of sexual assault, there is nothing for a defendant to leave to chance. The punishments for a conviction or even a plea bargain may be severe enough to include the rest of a person's life in prison. This is why suspects should always...
Caroline County woman faces charges for alleged sex offense
If a person is facing criminal charges, it can feel like everyone is out to get you. A seriousness becomes part of everyday life, and the prospect of losing one's freedom can cause some people to obsess. But it's important to relax and remember that it's everyone's...
R. Kelly enters plea on updated indictment with new victim
Music fans in Maryland following the allegations against R. Kelly might be interested to learn that a federal indictment has been updated with new charges against the former R&B singer. This marks the sixth arraignment for the 53-year-old man. New abuse...
Maryland man accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old boy
A 38-year-old Maryland man has been charged with multiple sex offenses in connection with an alleged assault of a 16-year-old boy. Police believe that other victims may step forward to make similar accusations. The Columbia resident has been charged with soliciting a...
Defining consent in Maryland
The state of Maryland does not have a specific definition of consent for purposes of determining if a sex act is lawful. However, there are many factors that can be looked at when determining if a sex crime was committed. For instance, consent cannot be given if a...
Maryland’s prohibition on ‘revenge porn’
Although many Marylanders probably would not dream that they would ever get accused of sexual assault or a related sex crime, people not quite realize how easy it is, in the heat of the moment, to find oneself facing serious consequences on account of sex-related...
How long must a convict register as a sex offender in Maryland?
Being convicted of a sex crime can have long-term ramifications, even after an individual believes that he or she has paid his or her debt to society by serving time in prison. This is because a Marylander who is convicted of a sexual offense must be included on the...
What are the ramifications for child sexual abuse charges in MD?
People in Upper Marlboro and throughout Maryland who are facing charges for sexual crimes are undoubtedly aware of the stigma surrounding these accusations. The social and criminal ramifications are made even worse if they involve a child sexual assault. In addition...