Category Archives: Criminal Law
Miranda Warnings In Maryland And Your Rights
There are protections in place against incriminating yourself under the Fifth Amendment. It was decided by the Supreme Court in 1966 that an individual taken into custody must have their rights read to them before they can be interrogated. These rights are sometimes referred to as Miranda warnings or Miranda rights. If you have… Read More »
Is The Smell Of Marijuana Enough For A Search?
Some marijuana laws vary from state to state. In the state of Maryland, if a person is in possession of marijuana, but they have possession of less than 10 grams, it is a civil infraction not a criminal offense. A fine will typically be issued. An amount larger than 10 grams could lead to… Read More »
Prompt Action Is Essential When Facing Criminal Charges
After an arrest, it is essential you connect with a criminal defense lawyer. In some instances, a skilled attorney can point to an arrest being illegal. They can also make procedural challenges. Prompt action is important, evidence that could strengthen your side of the case may disappear or deteriorate if you put off legal… Read More »
5 Ways To Reduce Your Chances Of Being Pulled Over
There are things you can do to help avoid the possibility of being pulled over. When you are stopped by law enforcement, you could be late for an event you were heading to or end up facing charges that are not connected to why you were initially stopped. For example, a police officer could… Read More »
Is It Legal for Baltimore Police to Search My Car?
Were you or someone you love involved in a traffic stop that resulted in a car search? If so, you are likely curious to know if that car search was legal. The answer is it depends. If a driver gave consent or the law officer had probable cause then the answer is likely yes…. Read More »
Does an Individual Accused of Shoplifting Have Rights?
If you have been accused of shoplifting, you need the best defense possible. Shoplifting is when an individual knowingly takes items out of a retail establishment without paying for the full retail value. The practice is against the law and will generally be a misdemeanor offense in the state of Maryland, but if the… Read More »
What Happens If a Confession Was Forced?
When a law enforcement officer interrogates a person, the assumption is the process happens to get to the truth of the matter. While this is usually the situation, there are times when an interrogator is so convinced of someone’s guilt, they are pushing for a confession rather than more facts. People have been convicted… Read More »
Legal Rights and Talking to Police
It is important that you understand your legal rights when you have an encounter with a police officer. Sometimes, the best thing to do is to protect yourself from self-incrimination by deciding to not talk to law enforcement on your own. Talk to a lawyer first. You need a Baltimore criminal lawyer on your… Read More »
Are Police Pat-Downs Legal?
Sometimes, people find themselves wondering about the legality of police pat-downs. After all, according to the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, individuals have the right to be safe from unreasonable searches and seizures. If you had an incident with local police and are concerned about your rights, contact a Baltimore police misconduct lawyer…. Read More »
Baltimore County Police Officer Charged with Sexually Assaulting Three Women
A Baltimore County police officer faces multiple sexual assault charges after allegedly assaulting three female crime victims, according to an article by The Baltimore Sun. Due to the severity of these charges, the police officer’s request for bail was denied. The authorities began investigating this police officer after processing several allegations of sexual misconduct… Read More »
