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What to Expect at Your First Court Date in Maryland

24 February

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If you have been charged with a crime in Maryland, your first court date can feel overwhelming. You may not know what to expect, what to wear, what to say, or whether you even need an attorney. The uncertainty can be just as stressful as the charges themselves. Understanding what happens at your first courtRead More

Written by Jeremy Widder · Categorized: Legal questions · Tagged: court process, criminal defense, first court date, southern maryland

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Arrested in Charles County, Maryland: What You Need to Know

19 February

What To Know About Resisting Arrest Laws In Maryland

Being arrested in Charles County, Maryland can be a frightening and disorienting experience. Whether you were stopped for a traffic violation that escalated, picked up on a warrant, or taken into custody after an incident at home, the hours and days following an arrest are critical. What you do — and what you avoid doingRead More

Written by Jeremy Widder · Categorized: Uncategorized · Tagged: arrest, charles county, criminal defense, southern maryland

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How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost in Maryland?

16 February

One of the first questions people ask after being charged with a crime is how much does a criminal defense lawyer cost. It is a fair question, and the answer matters because the cost of a lawyer is an investment in your future, your freedom, and your record. This article explains how criminal defense feesRead More

Written by Jeremy Widder · Categorized: Uncategorized

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First DUI in Maryland: What to Expect and What to Do

16 February

Getting your first DUI in Maryland is frightening. You are facing criminal charges, the possibility of losing your license, and consequences that can follow you for years. But a first-offense DUI is also one of the most defensible criminal charges in Maryland, and understanding the process can help you make better decisions about your case.Read More

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Why Your Chats With an AI Chatbot Are Not Attorney-Client Privileged and What It Means for Your Case

15 February

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A recent federal court decision has made something very clear. Information you share with a general AI chatbot is not protected by attorney-client privilege. In United States v. Heppner, a federal court held that documents created through an AI chatbot and later given to defense counsel were not privileged and could be obtained by theRead More

Written by Jeremy Widder · Categorized: News · Tagged: ai, privilege

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"Ms. Katy was phenomenal from the start to end of this horrible journey for me. She informed me of any changes in my case. She made things so easy to get through. I would highly recommend her. I can’t thank her enough for getting me through this."

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