Being Drunk Ainât a Great DefenseâŠfor Anything
Thereâs nothing wrong with getting a little âslizzard,â as the kids say, every once in a while. Everyone needs to let loose sometimes with a few drinks and some friends, right? But as true as that is, being drunk doesnât absolve you of your actions â at least, not entirely, not always, and not easily.…
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Get âPointsâ on Your License?
Points are often a good thing. Someone with the most points will win a game of baseball, basketball, football, or hockey â you get the idea. But if you score the most points in golf, hearts, or on your driverâs license, youâll find yourself solidly in the loserâs bracket. Marylandâs driverâs license points system helps…
Read MoreStop Bragging About Drugs Online
Social media has turned the way the world communicates on its head. Human connections are now being expressed through algorithms and text generated from a device the size of an adult personâs palm. The instant nature of the connection is further enhanced by instant messaging programs that are often part of social media platforms. Something…
Read MorePutting the âWeeeeeâ in Weed: Marylandâs New Marijuana Laws
After spending months reviewing what 20 other states and the District of Columbia did wrong when they legalized marijuana, recreational weed becomes legal in Maryland on July 1. When the laws take effect, cannabis can be bought, used, and grown recreationally in the state by individuals at least 21 years old. The first shops allowed…
Read MoreYouâre Not in the MMA: Understanding Marylandâs Assault Laws
Many people use the terms assault and battery interchangeably, e.g., first comes the assault and then sometimes the battery. Assault refers to the threat of violence, not the violence itself, while battery involves offensive physical contact or bodily harm. Although many states distinguish between assault and battery, Maryland does not. As a result, threatening violence…
Read MoreSentencing Enhancements Arenât the Way to Stop Drunk Driving
Nobody wants drunk driving to be a thing. We all want our roads to be safer, right? But lawmakers seem to be going about it the wrong way by enhancing the severity of penalties and sentencing, when they should be searching for ways to nip the problem in the bud. While there are seemingly some…
Read MoreLetâs Talk About Victim Impact Statements
It isnât difficult to be accused of, charged with, and convicted for a crime such as assault. There are a lot of actions can be considered assault of one sort or another. The different types of assault have different sentences. No matter the crime, a myriad of factors can affect the sentence, but one of…
Read MoreThe Weed Test Is Coming, and We Have Some Concerns
With recreational cannabis soon becoming legal in Maryland, many people who want a new way to relax, relieve anxiety, or simply enjoy life in a different way are excited. The drug has already been legalized in other states, improving the economy and lowering the rate of arrests concerning cannabis possession. But that isnât going to…
Read MoreMaryland Appeals Court Got It Wrong with Its Recent Assault Case
As a defense attorney in Maryland, I understand the serious nature of assault charges and the potential impact they can have on individuals’ lives. Each case is unique, and it is crucial to approach them with careful consideration and a thorough understanding of the law. Recent events, such as the controversial decision by the Maryland…
Read MoreWill Dash Cam Video Automatically Sink a DUI Defense?
It is not unusual for a prosecutor to obtain dash cam video footage of your DUI traffic stop that they plan to use against you in court. While this may cause you to worry or become overwhelmed with anxiety, the good news is that dash cam video does not automatically sink a DUI defense. In…
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