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Trespassing in Maryland occurs when a person enters or remains on someone else’s property without permission. While often perceived as a minor offense, trespassing charges in Maryland can result in fines, jail time, and a criminal record. The specific penalties depend on the type of property involved, whether signage was posted, and whether the trespasserRead More

Solicitation is a criminal offense that involves requesting, encouraging, or commanding another person to commit a crime. You do not have to actually commit the underlying crime to be charged with solicitation — the act of asking someone else to commit it is enough. In Maryland, solicitation charges can arise in many contexts, from solicitationRead More

Burglary and theft are two distinct criminal offenses that are often confused. While both involve taking something that does not belong to you, the legal definitions, elements, and penalties are significantly different under Maryland law. Theft focuses on the unlawful taking of someone else’s property, while burglary involves entering a building with the intent toRead More

Being accused of a sex crime in Maryland is one of the most serious and life-altering situations anyone can face. A conviction can mean decades in prison, mandatory sex offender registration, destruction of your reputation, and permanent limitations on where you can live and work. At SoMD Criminal Defense, our sex crime defense attorneys representRead More

A collapsible baton, also known as an expandable baton, telescopic baton, or ASP baton, is a self-defense weapon that can extend from a compact size to a full-length striking tool with a flick of the wrist. Whether a collapsible baton is legal depends entirely on your state’s laws. Some states allow civilians to carry collapsibleRead More