It’s no secret that DUI charges are a common thing in our country. In 2019 in the state of Maryland alone, there were 18,160 arrests made for DUI, making it the third most common reason for arrest, coming in behind drug charges and the catch-all category of “other offenses”. Just like any phenomenon that is widespread, butRead More
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A Guide to Finding the Best DUI Lawyer
If you ever need a DUI lawyer, do you know what you should look for? With so many attorneys active in Maryland, it’s not enough to find a lawyer who will take your case. You need to find the best lawyer for your unique situation. But how? It can be an overwhelming experience, especially ifRead More
DUI Laws For Minor Drivers In Maryland: What You Need To Know
Like in other states, Maryland’s legal drinking age is 21 years old. Anyone in Maryland can get a DUI charge with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent. But when dealing with minors under the age of 18, there is a zero tolerance policy under Maryland Code § 16-113. This means that minors caughtRead More
Is Motor Vehicle Theft A Felony In Maryland?
Property crimes are by far the most committed of all crimes in the United States, accounting for a total of 85% of all crime in 2019. Going by state, Maryland’s overall property crime percentage total came to 81% of all crimes committed in the state, just slightly under the national average. As a result of theRead More
Things to Know About Maryland Robbery Laws
There were an estimated 267,988 robberies nationwide in 2019. Strong-arm tactics were used in about 45% of robberies, while firearms were used in 36% percent. The major difference between theft and robbery is that robbery brings in an aspect of violence not seen in theft and with this violence, the punishments for the crime become much harsher.Read More