Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Maryland Hate Crimes Enhancements
When a crime is motivated by certain characteristics outlined in state and/or federal law, it can be charged as a hate crime. Penalties may be increased beyond typical guidelines for the original crime. In other words, a sentence that might normally be for ten years could be extended by months or years based on… Read More »
Illegal Sports Betting in Maryland
If you’ve watched any news lately, you’ve probably noticed all kinds of attention to illegal sport betting debacles, driven by a number of big scandals crossing multiple sports agencies: Emmanual Clase and Luis Ortiz face 65 years in prison as MLB faces an enormous scandal involving the two pitchers who are accused of throwing… Read More »
Know Your Rights When it Comes to Police Dogs
The Fourth Amendment protects Americans from unreasonable searches and seizures. But when police dogs are used in conducting searches for drugs and contraband, as happens regularly throughout the country, the potential for violations of these protections is at risk. It’s essential that Americans know their rights when it comes to police dogs. Airport Searches… Read More »
Holding Law Enforcement Accountable
Does anyone hold police accountable when misconduct occurs? There’s no denying that police have difficult jobs. They deal with threatening criminals and have to make grave decisions in the blink of an eye. Monday-morning quarterbacking of law enforcement members’ decisions has turned into a national pastime for many, and officers know they can expect… Read More »
Have You Been Accused of Cheating on Your Taxes?
Taxes—nobody likes ‘em! Nonetheless, we all have to assemble all those documents and send the government their share each April, unless you’re one of those lucky enough to get a refund. Certainly, trying to wiggle the numbers in order to lessen one’s tax debt can be a huge temptation—but one that comes with significant… Read More »
The Best Defense for Your Case
If you have been charged with a crime, you may be troubled by conflicting emotions–anxiety about what’s ahead for you; disbelief at the absurdity of your situation; irritation at your feelings of exposure and hopelessness. But take heart: an experienced criminal defense lawyer has many tools to address your situation, and a number of… Read More »
Potential Charges for Demonstrators
With the increasing number of political demonstrations and protests being organized across the country, there has been a corresponding rise in arrests. Anyone considering participating in a protest march is advised to do so with a distinct understanding of the potential dangers to your liberty. Yes, Peaceful Protest is Legal Throughout history in the… Read More »
Can Police Really Lie to You?
What do you think is the most defining and significant feature of police interrogations in America? According to renowned expert on interrogation techniques, Richard Leo, the answer is deception. That’s right—law enforcement agencies everywhere in this country regularly lie about the potential for leniency in exchange for a confession or cooperation in an investigation…. Read More »
What are Your Rights When it Comes to Public Protests?
If you are anxious about exercising your 1st Amendment right to express yourself by participating in a public protest, you’re not alone. Recent government actions have put a lot of people on edge, particularly if they are not U.S. citizens. It’s critical to know that the government—usually through the police— is permitted to put… Read More »
911 Call Analysis Looks Like Junk Science
Imagine the inconceivable happens—you discover someone who appears to be dead. It might be a total stranger; it might be someone you know. Automatically, you grab your phone and dial 911 to report it, which is the logical and responsible thing to do, right! But in an unfathomable twist of events, you wind up… Read More »
