Posts by Drew Cochran
Unknown Warrants Warrant Concern
In the movies, someone having a warrant out for their arrest usually means some sort of high-speed chase is coming up, or maybe a SWAT team is en route to “have you surrounded.” It’s a very dramatic ordeal. Fast-paced, stressful, and life-ruining, it’s no wonder most people live in fear of receiving one for whatever…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Vaccinations: How Maryland Prisons Deal
It’s been a very, very long year. We have all gone through unimaginable hardship thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, and with the vaccines only now becoming fully accessible, we are finally starting to recover. Yes, COVID is still here. You still need to be responsible and take all precautions. But the statewide positivity rate is…
Read MoreUnderaged Drinking Laws in Maryland
The United States of America is known for many things, and amongst those many things are our relatively strict drinking laws. Most other countries allow minors to consume alcohol as young as 16 with family and 18 on their own, whereas here in the states — as you know — it’s unanimously 21. That being…
Read MoreBoating Under the Influence in Maryland
Ah, there’s nothing quite like open waters and the salty spray of sea air on your face. As the weather warms up again, you may be hankering for that very experience — especially if you own a boat. Or, perhaps you’re just looking to rent one for a nice day out with friends and family.…
Read MoreArrested for Shoplifting — Now What?
There are few things more frustrating and stressful than being accused of something you didn’t do, and when those accusations lead to legal ramifications, well, that only makes it worse. For example, the act of shoplifting – otherwise known as the petty theft of another’s property – is an incredibly common crime with consequences more…
Read MoreCan Passengers Get DUI/DWIs?
No one wants to be charged with a DUI/DWI. Shocking, I know. There’s an issue, though, with people still not entirely understanding how to avoid it. It’s very easy to just…not drive under the influence, and while that’s a major help (obviously) it doesn’t cover all your bases. Maryland has some pretty strict regulations and…
Read MoreRevenge Porn: A Dish Best Not Served at All
Sometimes, people can really, really, really piss you off. There are countless situations that could lead to hurt feelings and betrayal, spite, rage, etc., but in the end those factors don’t really, well, factor in. What’s important is how you handle yourself. Do you count to 10? Do you ghost them — block them entirely…
Read MorePut the Scalpel Down. You’re in Court, for Crying Out Loud
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to countless changes in our day-to-day lives as we all adjust to social distancing guidelines. If you’ve been on Earth for the past year, this is not news. Luckily, the existence of video-chatting services like Zoom means we can all stay connected — and even see faces without masks! —…
Read MoreLet’s Not Make Drunk Driving Easier
We all know drunk driving is as illegal as it is dangerous, and we also all know that doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen anyways. While some laws may be stricter than others, the purpose of them is to keep the general public as safe as possible on the roads. Even though total prevention is not…
Read MoreCan the Cops Force You to Unlock Your Cell Phone? It’s Complicated.
If you’re anything like me, your cell phone is basically your life. It’s full of phone numbers, photos of your friends and family, text messages and tons of important information, like the exact specifications of your meticulously crafted Stormtrooper costume. Imagine how you’d feel if someone took your phone and started looking through it without…
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