Maryland lawmakers have updated the criminal definition of stalking to include electronic means and the use of devices that track locations without consent. Electronic stalking and geotagging were not covered under the old definition. The change takes effect Oct. 1,...
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What is a Maryland Plea Bargain?
A plea is a statement by a defendant where the accused admits guilt or innocence in response to criminal charges. If the defendant pleads “not guilty” then the case proceeds to trial. In many instances, however, the case will not go to trial. A plea bargain occurs...
What is assault under Maryland law?
In a recent high-profile event, a popular movie star slapped a well-known comic during a nationally televised awards show. The comic has reportedly declined to press charges but if such an event happened in Maryland, what kind of charges could result? Maryland law...
What are the penalties for shoplifting in Maryland?
Shoplifting is the theft of merchandise from a business. Under Maryland law, it’s a crime to willfully and knowingly obtain unauthorized control over property if the person taking the property intends to deprive the owner of the property and conceals the property in a...
What is Maryland Shopkeeper’s Privilege?
Shopkeeper’s Privilege is the name given to a law that allows business owners to detain people they suspect of shoplifting. Maryland is one of several states that has such a law. Shoplifting is the theft of merchandise from a business. When a business owner believes...
Will ghost guns become a thing of the past?
Owning a firearm can sometimes come with a significant amount of red tape. Depending on the type of gun you want and where you want to be able to take it, you may need a permit and background check. It was only a matter of time before 3D printing became another way...
What is the “fruit of the poisonous tree?”
Not all evidence is admissible in court. In instances where police misconduct is suspected, several rules prevent the evidence from being used against a defendant facing criminal charges. The exclusionary rule allows courts to exclude evidence at trial if it was...
How many points is a speeding ticket in Maryland?
In Maryland, there is not one answer. It depends. If you are traveling 1-9 miles per hour over the speed limit, you would be assessed 1 point upon conviction. That goes up to 3 points if you are speeding and involved in an accident. If you are traveling 10-19 miles...
How to avoid Violation of Probation
So, you’ve been arrested, convicted, and placed on probation to the Court. What now? When you were sentenced and placed on a period of probation, you signed an Order setting forth certain responsibilities and obligations the Judge imposed. Failure to comply with ANY...
Teen accused of stealing car
A teenage boy in Maryland was accused of car theft and unlawful possession of a firearm. Police in Glen Burnie detained the 15-year-old boy on Jan. 5 when he was allegedly found to be in possession of a loaded gun. Police said that they were also looking for a second...