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2020
March
Coronavirus update for Estate Planning
Coronavirus Update from Baltimore's State Attorney
Coronavirus Update for Criminal Defendants
2018
November
DUIs in Maryland: FAQ
July
Fatal Drug Overdoses Can Bring Serious Criminal Charges
What Constitutes Disorderly Conduct?
Is It Ok to Divide Your Estate Unevenly Among Your Adult Kids?
June
Why You Shouldn't Share Your Prescription Drugs
Maryland Man Charged with DUI, Not Having Interlock Device
Why Your Pets Should Be Included in Your Estate Plan
Driving with a Suspended License so You Can Work
Why Breathalyzer Results Aren't Always Accurate
Plan Your Defense Carefully When You Are Facing Theft Charges
'Good Samaritan 911' Laws Are Designed to Help Overdose Victims
May
Why a Joint Will Probably Isn't Right for You
Don't Let Your Estate Plan Surprise Your Family When You're Gone
Can a Criminal Record Prevent You from Getting a Mortgage?
Can You Get in Trouble for Tailgating Another Driver?
What Are Some Possible Defenses for Underage Alcohol Possession?
How Is the End of a Trust Determined?
April
Maryland Man Charged with Preparing to Fly While Intoxicated
What You Should Understand About Attorney-Client Privilege
Smart Estate Planning Can Help Prevent Family Conflicts
Understanding Maryland's Gun Laws
Drug Experts Respond to Trump's Call for Executing Dealers
March
The Advantages of a Revocable Trust
When Can You Challenge a Person's Will?
Parents: Understand Your Child’s Drinking Risks in College
How a DUI Can Impact Your Career
Why Business Owners Need a Carefully Crafted Estate Plan
February
There Are Alternatives to Disinheriting a Child
What Is Bribery?
Explaining the 'Poor Man's Trust'
3 Tips for Getting out of a Speeding Ticket
3 Common Juvenile Crimes
How Do You Include Cryptocurrency in Your Estate Plan?
January
When Does Road Rage Become a Crime?
Why Is Perjury a Crime?
Maryland Trooper Lauded for Record Number of DUI Arrests
Attorney General's Stand on Marijuana Raises Concerns for Users
Why People Leave the Scene of an Accident
Salisbury Father, Son Facing Charges Involving Drug Trafficking
2017
December
Can a Criminal Record Prevent You from Traveling Abroad?
What Should You Consider When Choosing an Executor?
Maryland Officers out in Force This Holiday Season
A DUI Brings Risks to Maryland College Students' Futures
A College DUI Can Be Costly in Many Ways
Can a Police Officer Ask Me to Log on to My Phone?
November
Baltimore Police Officers at Center of Drug Investigation
Should I Bring up Estate Planning over Thanksgiving?
Factors That Affect Your BAC
Defenses for Noise Violation Charges in Ocean City, Maryland
Understand Prosecutorial Overcharging Tactics
Woman Sent Back to Prison for Previous Drunk Driving Fatalities
October
Drug-Related Arrests Rose Last Year -- What's Next?
What Are Your Options When You Inherit a House?
3 Tips for Reducing Your Road Rage
How Do Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Differ?
How Can You Help Avoid Contests to Your Estate Plan?
September
Make Your Final Wishes Known Outside of Your Estate Plan
Prince George's County Drops a Footballer Players DUI Charges
DUI Stops and Field Sobriety Tests
Who Gets the Insurance Money After a Simultaneous Death?
Incentive Trusts Can Help Protect Your Children from Themselves
Maryland Justice Reinvestment Act
August
Baltimore Dealing with Multiple Body Cam 'Re-Enactments'
Why Your Kids Might Not Want Things You Intend to Leave Them
What Happens When You Die Without a Will in Maryland?
How Accurate Are Breathalyzers?
Penalties for Drugged Driving in Maryland
Maryland Man Facing 40-Year Sentence as 'Volume Dealer'
Man Facing Charges After Going off Maryland Bridge
July
Considerations When Setting up a Special Needs Trust
Prosecutors Seek More Manpower to Process Body Camera Videos
Penalties for Maryland’s Repeat DUI Offenders
What Constitutes Illegal Search?
What New Parents Need to Include in Their Estate Plans
Has Recreational Marijuana Legalization Increased Car Crashes?
June
Holidays Don't Mean You Get a Free Drunk Driving Pass
Why Remarriage Requires an Updated Estate Plan
Dui Driver Who Doesn't Appear at Sentencing Hearing Gets 50 Years
What Does Disorderly Conduct Mean According to Maryland Law?
Giving the Kids a Bargain on Your Home
May
Setting up an Incentive Trust
Will Justice Department Changes Impact Maryland Drug Sentencing?
What Happens If You Leave the Scene of a Car Accident in Maryland
Maryland's Drug Offenders Need Treatment, Not Incarceration
How Can You Avoid a Charge of Resisting Arrest?
What Are Status Offenses in Maryland?
Marylanders May Face Multiple Estate Taxes Plus Inheritance Taxes
April
Protecting Your Child with a Special Needs Trust
Salisbury Mother and Daughter Arrested on Drug Charges
At College but Under 21? Think Twice Before Drinking
Your Estate Plan Can Make Decisions Easier After Your Death
Consequences for Shoplifting Can Be Serious
Using Your Estate Plan to Leave a Legacy
Would Law Targeting Slower Drivers Lead to Fewer Aggressive Drivers?
March
Federal Prosecutions at 20-Year Low, but That's About to Change
Estate Planning Is More Important Than Ever for Same-Sex Couples
Jeff Sessions Is Confirmed as Attorney General
Pleading Guilty, the Strategy
A Trust Can Save Your Child's Inheritance in a Divorce
Consequences of Refusing the Breath Test
Tips to Getting an Excellent Criminal Defense
February
Maryland Officer Facing Charges of DUI in Police Cruiser -- Again
Everything You Should Know About Estate Planning
Mexican Wall May Not Keep out Drug Traffickers
When and How Does a Trust End?
Maryland’s Strict Gun Ownership Laws Draws Appeal to U.S. Supreme Court
How Your Drug Charge Could Be Expunged
How a Criminal Defense Attorney Could Expunge Your Criminal Charge
January
Is Violation of Parole Itself a Crime?
2016
December
Maryland Troopers' Year-End Focus: Drunk Driving
Traffic Violations: Outcomes More Ominous Than Many People Expect
How Does Maryland's Sexual Offender Registry Work?
November
When Your Child Is Caught Shoplifting
10-Point Police Blotter: What to Tell Your Kids
Know Your Options for Assault and Battery Defenses
Piece Together a Defense Based on Evidence
October
Choices in Criminal Trials Must Be Made with a Clear Head
Maryland Patients Still Waiting on Medical Marijuana
Know Your Options Before Your Arraignment
Know What to Look for in Criminal Justice Cases
September
Impaired Driving Can Lead to Serious Criminal Charges
Marijuana Possession Can Mean a Fine or More
We're Not Living in the Brave New Marijuana World, Yet
Serious Criminal Charges Demand a Serious Defense
August
Second-Degree Murder Charges Deal with the Mental State
The Problem of Resisting Arrest
Fighting Against Drunk Driving Charges
Inmate Facing Murder Charge After Cellmate Dies of Trauma
Maryland Struggles for Answers to Wave of Opioid Overdoses
What Should I Know About Jury Trials in Criminal Cases?
Employ a Customized Defense Against DUI Charges
July
Criminal Law Myths You Should Know Today
Drunk Driving Laws Are Changing in Maryland Due to Noah's Law
2 Former Housing Employees Face Criminal Charges
Supreme Court Ruling Will Likely Alter Drunk Driving Cases
June
Man Returns from Overseas to Discover He Has Active Warrants Here
Don't Let a DUI Ruin Your Summer Fun
Is Marijuana Possession a Civil Offense?
What Are Some Important Points in a DUI Traffic Stop?
Witness Accounts Can Vary in Violent Crime Cases
May
What Is the Difference Between Innocent and Not Guilty?
Think About DUI Penalties Before Driving Drunk
Important Facts Regarding Employee Theft
Drunk Driving Research Shows Important Points
April
Prescription Drugs Can Lead to Criminal Charges
Even People on Vacation Might Face Criminal Charges
Police Officer Who Slapped Kid Has Some Charges Dismissed
What Should I Know About Child Abuse Charges?
March
Life Effects of Criminal Arrests Might Start Right Away
What Is Perjury in a Criminal Case?
Reasonable Suspicion and Probable Cause in a DUI Stop
February
Options to Avoid Jail Are Often Possible in Drunk Driving Cases
What Entities Are Part of the Criminal Justice System?
Convictions for Violent Crimes Can Have Harsh Penalties
What Are Controlled Substances and How Are They Divided?
January
What Does It Mean to Face Drug Paraphernalia Charges?
Criminal Defense Options Must Consider Local Court Procedures
State's Attorney Pushing for Changes in Criminal Justice System
Investigating the Prosecution's Case Against You Is Critical
2015
December
What Is Identity Theft? Why Is It Such a Serious Crime?
Exercise Your Rights When You Are Being Questioned or Charged
Former Court Commissioner Facing 2 Charges Related to Upskirting
What Are the Penalties for Marijuana Charges in Maryland?
Legal Concepts Around Forgetting to Return Borrowed Items
November
Arson Charges Are Serious Felonies That Require a Solid Defense
Avoiding DUI Charges That Might Ruin Your Holiday
Take a Strong Stand Against Kidnapping Charges in Maryland
Federal Agent Found Guilty of Assaulting Teenager
October
Consider the Facts of the DUI Case When Exploring Defense Options
What Is the Per Se Law for Drunk Driving in Maryland?
Cocaine Charges in Maryland Have Harsh Penalties
What Are the Penalties for Heroin Convictions in Maryland?
September
Our Experience with the Criminal Justice System Can Help You
How Do Plea Deals Help to Resolve Criminal Cases?
Plea Agreement in Ex-Bishop's Case Made Day Before Trial
You Have Certain Rights That Extend Beyond Sentencing
Fight Back Against White Collar Crime Charges
August
What Are Some Examples of White Collar Crimes?
Non-Profits Accused of Misusing Grant Money for Weatherization
Illegal Searches Might Provide a Defense Strategy Option
You Should Consider All the Options for DUI Defense
July
What Does It Mean If I'm Classified as a Repeat DUI Offender?
Being Released on Your Own Recognizance Is a Big Responsibility
Trooper Arrested for Sex Offense and Handgun Charge
June
Harassment Is Very Serious and Can Lead to Criminal Charges
Fight Back Against Violent Crime and Gun Crime Charges
What Should I Know About a Rape Charge?
May
Former Councilwoman Gets Plea Deal on Theft Charges
How Does a Plea Bargain Affect My Criminal Justice Case?
Understand the Laws and Consequences for Drug Charges
Can I Get a Passport If I Have a Criminal Record?
Arrested Protesters in Baltimore Go Free, Charges Still Possible
April
How Can Genetic Material Be Used in a Criminal Case?
What Is a Defense Strategy?
Aggravated Assault Is a Serious Criminal Charge
March
Maryland Man Faces Several Charges After Ramming Police Cruiser
DUI Defense and Loss of Driver's License Defense in Maryland
Restrictions on Maryland Drivers' License After DUI Conviction
Fighting Criminal Charges for Maryland Vacationers
February
'Peeping Tom' Charges Placed Against Maryland Bar Owner
Inaccurate Breath Tests Might Lead to DUI Charges
Breathalyzer Calibration Can Impact a Drunk Driving Case
Destruction of Property Can Result in Incarceration in Maryland
January
What Is a Graffiti Charge in Maryland?
What Is Second-Degree Murder in Maryland?
Attorney General Limits the Authority of State and Local Police to Seize Assets
What Is Voluntary Manslaughter in Maryland?
What Are Some Sentencing Factors in Maryland?
Billionaire Spends Millions on Criminal Defense, Calls for Change
2014
December
Fight Against Drunk Driving Charges to Minimize the Effects
Don't Let a DWI or DUI Ruin Your Holiday Celebrations
9 People Face Drug Charges, 1 Is a Pregnant Maryland Woman
Drug Trafficking and Distribution Charges
November
Qualifications and Processes for Expungements in Maryland
What Is Statutory Rape in Maryland?
Ex-Ravens Cheerleader Charged with Violent Crimes Against Teen
Retail Theft Isn't Limited Only to Leaving with Unpaid Items
October
What Are Drug Possession Charges in Maryland?
9 People Face Federal Drug Charges After Sting
Expungements Might Help Some People Forward
Child Pornography in the Age of the Internet
Assault and Battery Charges Call for Tough Defense Strategies
September
The Fine Line Between Assault and Battery Charges
What Are Drunk Driving Consequences in Maryland?
DUI and DWI: 2 Different Charges in Maryland
Property Charges in Maryland Could Be a Misunderstanding
August
Wicomico Sheriff's Deputies Arrest Hebron Man for Assault
Maryland Man Allegedly Hits Parked Car, Faces DUI Charge
Oxycodone and Other Items Lead to Drug Charges for Man
Maryland Police to Start Campaign Called Checkpoint Strikeforce
Maryland Man Gets 18 Years for Assault and Kidnapping
July
DUI Charges for Woman Who Hit 2 Bicyclists in Maryland
Marijuana Possession in Small Amounts Not Criminal Act
Police in Maryland Asking for Information About Shooting
Police Chief in Maryland Arrested on Suspected DUI
June
Maryland Juvenile Detainees Face Extreme Hardships
Options Are Available for Those Facing Drug Charges in Maryland
Woman Pleads Guilty to Murder That Was Part of Armed Robbery
Police Targeting Public Intoxication in Ocean City, Maryland
No Attorney Needed to Take Breath Test During DWI Stop
Huge Mandatory Fines in Maryland for Transporting Untaxed Cigarettes
May
Doctor Expected to Plead Guilty to Drug Charges
Maryland Man Faces Charges After Driving into News Station
Chief Arrests Driver for DWI After Helping Change Tire
Maryland Man Gets 10 Years for Burglary at Country Clubs
Man Accused of Theft Gets 20 Years with 17 Suspended
April
A Second Chance at Teen Court for Juvenile Offenses
Use of DNA Once Again Questioned by Criminal Defense Experts
Casino: Surveillance System Identifies Robbery Defendant
Man Accused of Marijuana Possession After Pot Found in Underwear
March
Man Accused of Shooting Officer Had History of Violent Crime
Self-Checkout at Wal-mart Results in More Theft Charges
Designated Driver at Alcohol Panel Charged with DWI
Lawmakers Consider Penalties for Violent Crimes in Front of Kids
Law Would Criminalize Distracted Driving Traffic Offenses
February
First Cases of Casino Chip Theft Crimes Surface in Maryland
Are Miranda Rights Required During an Arrest?
Maryland Man Convicted of Violent Crimes After Shooting Trial
Burglaries in Ocean City, Maryland
Constructive Possession of Drugs in Maryland
Maryland Firearms Safety Act Case Scheduled for a Hearing
Maryland Doctor Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges, Avoids Jail Time
Maryland and Worcester County Lead Country in Marijuana Arrests
Judge Finds MacDonald Law Office Client Not Guilty of Dui
Man Mounts Criminal Defense Against Human Trafficking Charges
January
Maryland Court Considers DWI Drivers' Rights to Contact Attorneys
Women Accused of Violent Crime in 'Exorcism' Child Deaths
18-Year-Old Accused of Burglary in Abingdon
Trio Arrested on Drug Charges for Heroin, Meth Distribution
Maryland Violent Crime Rates Still a Concern
2013
December
Man Accused of Domestic Violence, Arson in 'Horrific' Blaze
Driver Facing DWI Charges After Allegedly Striking Building
Those Convicted of Gun Crimes Could Face Longer Sentences
Maryland Nonprofit Worker Admits to Taking $5.1M
November
Maryland Officers Accused of Jail Misconduct
Maryland Pair Accused of Drug Crimes at Daycare
Maryland Man Accused of Shooting 2 After Altercation
Maryland Legislator Gets Light Drunk Driving Sentence
October
Woman Accused of Working as Physician Assistant Without License
New Maryland Laws Concern Weapon and Drug Charges
Retroactive Application of Sex Offender Registration Reversed
Doing the Right Thing Gets Maryland Teen in Alcohol Trouble
Former Insurance Agent Accused of Stealing from Client
Charges Against Brothers Dismissed After 25 Years
September
Baltimore Arrest of Parent Protester at Town-Hall Meeting
Charges Dismissed Concerning Man Accused of Assaulting an Officer
Conspiracy Allegations Result in Seizure of Airplane and Property
Breath Tests and DUI in Maryland
Maryland Woman Charged in Federal Court with Embezzlement
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