July 1, 2023, marked a significant milestone in Maryland's cannabis legislation. On this date, the state took a bold step towards reforming its marijuana laws, effectively precluding police from searching a vehicle solely based on the odor of marijuana. This groundbreaking change has far-reaching implications for both law enforcement and individuals in Maryland, as it prioritiz...

In recent years, the landscape of cannabis laws in the United States has been rapidly evolving, with many states adopting more permissive attitudes toward its use and possession. Maryland, like several other states, has taken significant steps to decriminalize and regulate cannabis. These changes have had a profound effect on various aspects of law enforcement, including how police dogs are used to detect controlled ...

In a new and groundbreaking ruling, the Maryland Supreme Court in Abruquah v. Maryland, handed down a decision that sets limits on the use of bullet evidence in courts across the state. This landmark ruling has sparked debates among legal experts and citizens alike, as it raises crucial questions about the reliability and admissibility of such evidence. In this article, we will delve int...

Child pornography is a serious crime in Maryland, and those convicted of this offense can face harsh penalties, including imprisonment, fines, and registration as a sex offender. If you have been accused of possessing, distributing, or producing child pornography in Maryland, you may be wondering if there are any affirmative defenses for child pornography that could potentially help you avoid conviction.

In this blog post, we will discuss some of the affirmative defenses that may be available in Maryland ...

If you have been notified that you are being investigated by the police, the Department of Social Services (DSS), or Child Protective Services (CPS) in Maryland, it is important to obtain the services of a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The earlier you hire an attorney, the more they can do to protect your rights, build a strong defense, and potentially prevent charges from being filed against you. Here are a few reasons why it is important to hire a criminal defense attorney in Maryland as s...

Before we dive into the details of this case, we felt it would be helpful to define for you the two charges our client faced in this case: Manslaughter by Motor Vehicle – Gross Negligence and Manslaughter by Motor Vehicle – Criminal Negligence.

Understanding Manslaughter by Vehicle

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Defendants in criminal cases are often unhappy with the trial outcome and sentences that judges hand down to them. Fortunately, a sentence received when someone is convicted of a crime is not always the final word. There are ways in which a skilled criminal defense attorney can assist a defendant with a poor outcome to improve, or sometimes even change that outcome.

Changing the Outcome of Your District Court Case

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Violators of Maryland’s new “ghost gun” law are subject to a penalty of up to two years imprisonment and/or up to $10,000 in fines.

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As of June 1, 2022, a person who is in possession of a “non-serialized” firearm in Maryland must have that firearm marked with a personal ID number as required by the Public Safety Article of the Maryland Annotated Code, Section 5-703.  The person who was in possession of this firearm (prior to June 1, 2022) will have until Mar...