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 [...]
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 [...]
It isn’t 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 [...]
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 isn’t going to [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
So you got busted for DUI (should’ve called me) and now you’ve got to blow into this dopey little box every time you want to start your car. Sometimes the car starts screaming at you to blow into the device while you’re already traveling. Sometimes it tells you that you “violated” a rule, like you’re [...]
A person’s driver’s license can be suspended for many different reasons, such as driving under the influence, not paying their parking tickets, speeding points, not paying child support, failing to attend court, drug possession, reckless driving, and more. When this happens, many people believe that there is nothing they can do about it. However, the [...]
Even though the laws and rules surrounding marijuana use in Maryland have changed a lot in such a short time, driving while high is still considered illegal in the state, even if you have a medical marijuana medical card or prescription. While many Marylanders are excited about the new legalization of adult-use (21 years of [...]
Let’s start with the obvious: assault in the first degree is a serious, potentially life-ruining charge. Not only can it land you in hot legal water, but the charge alone can destroy your reputation. A conviction? Forget it. And it’s not hard to get charged, either. According to Maryland Code 3-202, you can be charged [...]
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