The Maryland sex offender registry is a publicly accessible database that tracks individuals convicted of certain sex-related offenses. Managed by the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS), the registry plays a key role in public safety and legal compliance across the state, including in Charles, Prince George’s, Calvert, and St. Mary’s Counties.Read More
How Do Charges Affect a Security Clearance?
If you hold or are applying for a security clearance, facing criminal charges can put your career and livelihood at risk. Whether you work for a government agency, a defense contractor, or in a sensitive private-sector role, the federal government takes criminal conduct seriously when evaluating your eligibility for a clearance. Here’s what you needRead More
How Does Bond Work in Maryland?
When you are arrested for a crime in Maryland (meaning either a police officer put handcuffs on you or you were arrested on a warrant), you will be seen by a District Court Commissioner a few hours after being arrested. If you are charged via a summons, a police officer will serve you a copy of yourRead More
What’s the Difference Between District Court and Circuit Court in Maryland?
There are two different court systems for criminal cases in Maryland – District Court and Circuit Court. Generally, District Court hears misdemeanor cases and Circuit Court hears felony cases. There are some technicalities that make things more complicated, but the misdemeanor/felony distinction is a good starting point. District Court cases are heard by a single judge. ARead More
