Criminal Defense

If you’re a college student, you can agree that weekends tend to be synonymous with socializing — unless it’s exam period and everyone is going through their notes one last time. Whether you’re a social butterfly or a homebody, you most likely enjoy catching up with...

In some states, there are clear statutes outlining self-defense rules. In many others, prior court rulings have established certain standards and limitations for self-defense claims in criminal court. In Maryland, there have been several crucial court cases that...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Maryland are the equivalent of driving under the influence (DUI) charges in other states. Police officers who arrest someone on suspicion of a DWI offense may have witnessed someone drive in a very unsafe manner. They may...

The basis of all criminal cases is evidence. Law enforcement need evidence before they can charge someone. The prosecution needs strong evidence to bring a case to trial. Defense strategies largely revolve around poking holes in evidence and creating reasonable...

One of the many advantages of being a Marylander is having fairly easy access to some beautiful waterfront and boating areas. Yet, as you likely know if you spend time out on the water, boating under the influence (BUI) can be every bit as dangerous as driving under...

The Miranda warning is one of the legal protections that most people generally understand. The Miranda warning makes its way into many movies and television shows, so people are largely aware of its existence. Most people know that police should provide them with the...

If the police suspect you of driving while intoxicated, they will likely request that you undergo field sobriety tests. Most people have heard of these and understand they are used to determine sobriety.  However, many people don’t realize that these tests are not...

With the legalization of recreational marijuana in Maryland came another law this year. Those who advocated for it hope it will reduce the number of vehicle searches that they say are often the result of racial profiling.  The legislation’s sponsor noted, “In...

Fall is already on its way, and the goldenrod and ragweed are already blooming. Cold and flu season, too, are already ramping up. For a lot of folks, that means resorting to over-the-counter medications to try to keep their symptoms under control enough that they can...

Prescription medication can help people control their blood sugar or heart pressure. They can facilitate weight loss and the management of depression. They are also a leading cause of arrest and prosecution, as people may do things that they should not with...