During a criminal proceeding, a Maryland defendant will likely consider a plea bargain. This is because very few criminal cases end up going all the way to trial. Before they accept the deal that's offered, they should know more about what a plea agreement means for...
Month: June 2020
Formulating a defense for an enhanced DUI sentence in Maryland
When arrested for driving under the influence in Maryland, drivers should be aware of the litany of penalties there can be if they are convicted. These include a driver license suspension, fines and jail time. Depending on the circumstances, there could be the...
U.S. Supreme Court Will Rule On Use Of Drug Sniffing Dogs And The Fourth Amendment
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two cases this term that addressed a fundamental question based on the Fourth Amendment — in what circumstances do we have a reasonable expectation of privacy? The cases before the high court both involved the use of...
Tougher DUI Penalties Could Be Coming To Maryland If Bill Passes
On behalf of James Papirmeister Proposal would require ignition interlock devices for all first-time DUI offenders Maryland is poised to become the latest state to require all DUI offenders to install ignition interlock devices in their cars. According to WBOC 16...
The Truth About The Validity Of Eyewitness Testimony
Eyewitness testimony is often considered strong evidence but often times, it is full of errors. In Maryland, the trial of two men began recently. According to the Baltimore Sun, the men, who are brothers, allegedly raped a woman leaving a restaurant in Harford County....
State Charges Juveniles And Adults In Maryland Flash Mob Robbery
Flash mobs have been increasing in popularity over the past several years. Not all groups are bad and some can be formed for benevolent purposes. Groups of friends can plan coordinated dances. Activists can raise awareness of certain causes, while those not...
Police Turn To Social Media For Help Preventing And Solving Crimes
Social media has exploded into our culture at an alarming speed. Nearly everyone participating in Facebook or Twitter at some point in time updates their status or follows their favorite celebrity, athlete, or other person on a daily basis. The amount of information...
Maryland Enacts Tough Criminal Ban On Synthetic Marijuana Products
Most Americans have heard about inexpensive products sold in retail establishments and online known as "synthetic marijuana" or "synthetic cannabinoids." They are, however, marketed as potpourri, bath salts or incense, which are smoked or ingested to get a high...
Human Trafficking Cases Leading To New Law Penalties For Convictions
Individuals accused of high-profile crimes know that all of the reports can make it difficult for them to receive a fair trial. Potential jurors may hear information about the case, and come to a conclusion about an individual's guilt or innocence before any testimony...
Charging Juveniles As Adults In Maryland Jail Plans Spark Debate
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley says plans to build a controversial new juvenile detention facility in downtown Baltimore are "moving forward," according to a recent Baltimore Sun article. The proposed 120-bed facility will cost an estimated $70 million to construct...