Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Confidential Informants: Can They Be Trusted?
We’ve all seen the way Hollywood treats confidential informants. While in some cases they are regular ol’ citizens doing the right thing on behalf of their communities, just as often they are people with criminal records themselves—even jailhouse snitches—who are working with detectives in order to lessen their own legal peril. The fact is,… Read More »
Unlicensed Drivers Threaten Safety
When a commercial dump truck was stolen by an unlicensed driver in Hampstead, it turned into more than a simple stolen vehicle case. The 26-year old driver went on a joy ride, attempting to evade police, and ultimately smashing into an unsuspecting driver head-on, killing that driver. It was a dramatic and heart-wrenching conclusion… Read More »
Defending Murder Or Manslaughter Charges
You know that you are in serious hot water if you are facing manslaughter or murder charges, What you might not know, however, is that there are many nuances to “murder” from a legal standpoint, and juries must consider circumstances in the case, previous convictions, and a number of issues when deciding a case…. Read More »
Accidents With Firearms And Kids
Here’s a startling statistic: more children die because of guns than because of cancer in the United States. Nearly 20 children under the age of 12 have died as of January 17, 2023, along with nearly 80 more youth aged 12-17. The injuries to kids in these groups tops 200. Throughout America, the number… Read More »
Police Interactions With Vets Experiencing PTSD
Yet after being deployed once, twice, or even many more times, veterans come home to face multiple hurdles in rebuilding their lives. One of those hurdles is a bit of a surprise to some: military veterans are arrested at higher rates than other Americans. Veterans of any war have sacrificed everything to protect America. … Read More »
Getting The Best Possible Settlement In Your Personal Injury Case
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be so overwhelmed with the recovery that the last thing you want to think about is chasing down a settlement to pay for your medical bills and other expenses related to the incident. That’s why, now more than ever, you need the assistance of an… Read More »
Defending Shoplifting Charges In Maryland
Ah, the holidays—A time of celebration and giving. It can be the best of times…unless: If you were charged with retail theft—shoplifting—in order to boost your holiday haul, you could be facing some pretty significant legal penalties. That’s why it’s critical that you find an experienced La Plata & Waldorf criminal defense attorney to… Read More »
Drinking And Driving During The Holidays
It’s a deadly blend: alcohol and the control of a motorized vehicle. And that combination rises during the time of year that families are most focused on joy and comradery—during the winter holidays. While typically alcohol related fatalities account for about one in four deaths on the road, during the holidays that number increases… Read More »
The Use Of Facial Recognition Technology In Law Enforcement
If you’ve ever watched crime-drama on television or in a movie theater, you’re probably familiar with facial recognition technology to some extent. Facial recognition technology (FRT) is used to catch the bad guy all the time in Hollywood scenarios. It is counted on to positively identify suspects, ultimately saving communities from further transgressions by… Read More »
Whiplash Injuries
Chronic, unrelenting pain: that is how many victims of whiplash describe their situation. Whether it was from a physical attack, a fall, or a sports injury, or a rear-ender, a neck strain or sprain can be tremendously painful. Universally referred to as whiplash, this type of injury can be treated and improved within just… Read More »
