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The police can stop a vehicle if they have reasonable suspicion that a driver violated traffic laws, such as drunk driving. For a driver to be lawfully arrested and face criminal charges and penalties after a traffic stop, the police need to have probable cause. To...
Overcrowding remains a serious problem in Maryland’s jails and prisons – as it does throughout the country. If you’re facing incarceration for a non-violent crime, that could present a silver lining for you. Maryland has home detention programs that are managed by...
When the lights from the police car come on behind your vehicle, you may not be sure why you’re getting pulled over. Did you break the speed limit? Were you drifting out of your lane? Did the officer think you rolled through a stop sign? Naturally, this can be...
Miranda Rights are legal safeguards designed to protect an individual’s Fifth Amendment rights during custodial interrogations. Named after the landmark Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona, these rights help to ensure that individuals are aware of their right to...
Do you currently have any pending theft charges against you in Maryland? Being accused of shoplifting, identity theft, retail theft or possession of stolen goods can have severe and long-lasting consequences on your life. If you are accused of theft, you will find...
If you find yourself facing criminal charges, your attorney may ask you to recount what happened with the police. One of the things they are looking to see is whether the police read you your Miranda rights. These are the warnings that you’ll see TV cops give every...
A driver's license is crucial for day-to-day mobility. Having a car improves your productivity as you must drive to and from work daily. Facing a suspension not only restricts your movements but also your ability to provide for your family. To avoid these risks, you...
A plea bargain is an arrangement between the prosecution and a defendant in a criminal case. Generally, it involves the defendant agreeing to plead guilty in exchange for some concession from the prosecutor. Usually, that means either lesser charges (such as drug...