Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Bond and Bail to get Out of Jail
Following an arrest, you are probably pretty anxious to get out of jail. Depending on various factors, pretrial release may be an option for you. Whatever the situation, having an experienced local attorney looking out for your rights can make a big difference in how things go for you. The options you’re looking at… Read More »
New Consequences for Protesting
The fury of ICE agents and associated officials toward demonstrators across the country has been well-documented. New policies put in place by the Department of Homeland Security have resulted in some unexpected consequences for some peaceful protesters who were fighting for their communities. That’s right, something disturbing is happening to protestors across multiple states… Read More »
When Officers Show Up with a Federal Search Warrant
What could be more foreboding than having a bunch of federal officers appear at your home with a federal warrant and demanding entry so they can conduct a search? It happens more often than you might think with little or no warning following investigations by federal agencies that catch unsuspecting people in their net…. Read More »
Sex Offender Registration in Maryland
Maryland law is strict when it comes to addressing sexual offenses. Anyone convicted of sexual crimes faces significant time behind bars and large fines. Beyond that, those convicted of sexual crimes must register as a sex offender. These charges plainly impact defendants long-term. Defending against them requires the know-how and discernment of an experienced… Read More »
Understanding the Jury at Trial
For anyone whose future lies in the hands of a jury, trying to eke out what jurors think as evidence and witnesses are on display in a trial is a full time occupation. You wonder how much the jury will warm up to the defense attorney’s argument or how influential a specific piece of… Read More »
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 »
