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- Maryland DUI Checkpoints: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
Jul 3, 2024
For many drivers, encountering a DUI checkpoint in Maryland can be an unexpected and stressful experience. These checkpoints, strategically placed by law enforcement, aim to ensure public safety by identifying and deterring impaired drivers. Understanding your rights and responsibilities at these checkpoints is crucial to handling the situation confidently and protecting yourself legally. At Maronick Law, our Baltimore Understanding DUI Checkpoints in Maryland What Are DUI Checkpoints? DUI checkpoints, sometimes called sobriety checkpoints, are...Read More - What is theft?
Jul 3, 2024
In Maryland the crime of theft is collectively categorized as “General Theft” in MD Code, Criminal Law, § 7-104. This statute covers what theft is and what the penalties are. Certain types of theft, such as the theft of motor vehicles, can be charged under this statute, but also have specific statutes relating to those crimes. Theft is when a person (1) intends to deprive the owner of the property; (2) willfully...Read More - What Reckless Endangerment?
Jul 1, 2024
Reckless endangerment is a crime codified under MD Code, Crim. Law § 3-204. It states: a) (1) (2) Reckless endangerment differs from similar crimes, such as assault, in that it does not require the prosecutor to prove intent. The prosecutor does not need to show that you intended to create a substantial risk of death or serious physical injury. All they need to show is that your conduct was “reckless.” ...Read More - What is the Penalty of Sexual offense in the Third Degree?
Jun 28, 2024
Sexual offense in the third degree is a felony sexual offense charge codified under Md.Code, Crim. Law § 3-307. Sexual offense in the third degree criminalizes five types of actions. First, sexual offense in the third degree criminalizes engaging in sexual contact with another without the consent of the other; and employ[ing] or display[displaying] a dangerous weapon, or a physical object that the victim reasonably believes is a dangerous weapon; suffocate[ing], strangle[ing],...Read More - Injured at Work in Maryland? Here's What to Do Next
Jun 27, 2024
Suffering an injury at work can be traumatic and overwhelming. The physical pain, emotional distress, and uncertainty about the future can leave you feeling lost. At Prioritize Your Health and Safety Your health and safety should be your top priorities following any workplace injury. If the injury is severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For less urgent injuries, report to your employer's designated healthcare provider if applicable. Key Actions Seek...Read More - What am I facing on a charge of distribution of child pornography?
Jun 26, 2024
In Maryland, the law distinguishes between possession of child pornography and the production or distribution of it, either physically or digitally. It’s important in any discussion related to a charge of distribution of child pornography to remember that a conviction requires both an act and a state of mind. In Maryland law, the term “distribute” means to transfer possession. This is more of a focus when physical materials are involved instead of digital materials...Read More - Weird and Wacky Laws
Jun 24, 2024
We here at Maronick Law have sworn an oath to represent our clients with the utmost professionalism and to the best of our ability in defense of each person’s constitutional right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We are, however, still ordinary people who like to have fun in our downtime. As such, we felt like it would be a good time to take a break from our typical posts stressing the seriousness...Read More - How to Navigate Child Custody in Maryland: Steps to Ensure the Best Outcome
Jun 24, 2024
Navigating Understanding Child Custody in Maryland In Maryland, child custody is divided into two main categories: legal custody and physical custody. Legal Custody: Physical Custody: Both types of custody can be awarded solely to one parent or jointly to both parents. Joint custody arrangements are common, as courts generally believe that maintaining a relationship with both parents is in the best interest of the child. Steps to Ensure the Best Outcome in...Read More - Mandatory Minimums
Jun 21, 2024
What are they? In this second blog post of our Mandatory Minimums series, we’ll be highlighting another category: crimes of violence. Remember, by definition, mandatory minimums require judges in cases in which the defendant has been convicted of certain offenses to impose a sentence of a term of imprisonment of at least the time specified in the related section of the Maryland Code. We already discussed firearm-related crimes in our first post. That...Read More - The penalties for a first drunk driving offense in Maryland
Jun 19, 2024
The drunk driving laws in Maryland are harsh, and even drivers who have never been in trouble with the law can be sent to jail for up to a year if they get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. The severity of the penalties motorists in Maryland face for operating their vehicles while impaired are determined by their blood alcohol concentrations. A BAC of 0.07% will lead to a driving while intoxicated charge. If chemical...Read More