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Not all car accidents in Maryland require police involvement. There are circumstances in which you must call the police and some in which you and the involved parties can handle the matter without filing a report. Here is what to know about these two scenarios: When...
Maryland's driver's license point system can dramatically impact your driving privileges and insurance rates. Understanding how this system works is essential for drivers, especially when dealing with DUI or DWI offenses. Here's a closer look at the points system, its...
Theft offenses involve people or organizations misappropriating assets or money that should belong to others. Theft primarily causes economic harm, although some forms of threat can result in physical harm as well. Burglaries and robberies, for example, may lead to...
Constructive possession is a legal concept used in criminal law to establish possession of an illegal item, even if the person does not have it in physical custody. This means that someone can be charged with possessing something illegal, like drugs or firearms, even...
The right car insurance coverage is crucial, especially if you get into an accident where the other driver is at fault but lacks adequate insurance. Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage protects you in such situations, including cases where the at-fault driver isn’t...
Few things are as frightening and stressful as enduring a police interrogation. It is a naturally tense situation in which everything you say and do is intensely scrutinized. These tactics are designed to elicit truthful information from defendants, even though...
If another driver crashes into you, there is a fair chance they will try to deny it was their fault. However clear-cut it seems to you, they or their insurer may try to claim that you were the one who was at fault. If they succeed in convincing people that version of...
You might have heard people say that everyone should drive defensively. Maybe this brings to mind a road full of slow-moving traffic, or intersections where everyone is too afraid to move forward just in case. In reality, defensive driving takes place at normal...
It seems to happen suddenly. You’re enjoying drinks and a few laughs with friends when an argument arises. Things quickly escalate, and before you know it, you’re being charged with assault. What should you do? Maryland’s definition of assault Maryland has two...
Possession of illegal substances can lead to serious criminal charges. In Maryland, a drug possession charge can lead to a misdemeanor with four years behind bars and $25,000 in fines. The long-term consequences of a drug possession charge can also include loss of...