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Most people have a hard time making good decisions when they feel stressed out, and getting arrested is no exception. Sadly, police know this. When under arrest, many will attempt to put the pressure on. Some officers will threaten, lie, and claim they are "helping...
A criminal defense attorney plays multiple roles in providing defense to an individual facing charges, including before, during and after trial. Criminal defense attorneys are particularly useful in pursuing what's known as post-conviction relief. A defense attorney's...
Maryland, like many states, have passed strict penalties for those convicted of DUI. In Maryland, first time offenders can face a steep fines, jail time, loss of a license among others. Many drivers may be aware of this is all or part. But many drivers may not be...
There are two ways that couples end up with enforceable support and custody orders at the end of a divorce. Some couples file uncontested divorces because they either have a marital agreement clarifying their obligations to one another or they negotiated with one...
Plenty of people go out for the night not thinking about the risk of driving while intoxicated. Unfortunately, even with the best intentions, some people do get pulled over for driving dangerously or recklessly. They may be charged with DUI and arrested. If this...
When you and your spouse decide it's time to move ahead with a divorce, it's not always easy to know how to protect your children from the emotional trauma of the family splitting up. Most of us know families that have gotten divorced. Some of us have even experienced...
The division of property and debt accumulated during the marriage is among the top areas that require scrutiny in divorce proceedings. Who gets to keep what property? And who will be stuck with certain debts? The rule to remember and understand is that any asset or...
Probation represents another chance at freedom, but with numerous strings attached. One slip-up and that freedom could disappear. For those on probation, the importance of abiding by specific conditions – many of which are court-ordered – cannot be stressed enough....
Divorce is still stressful, even it feels like the right decision. Deciding how to separate everything you have accumulated together with your soon-to-be ex spouse is challenging, especially if you have children. You both will need to determine custody and visitation...
Penalties associated with a DUI conviction in Maryland are harsh. The jailtime, probation, fines, restitution and loss of driver’s license can be costly. But, there are also expected penalties many people may not realize that go in tandem with a DUI conviction. Some...