Facing criminal charges in Bowie, Maryland? SoMD Criminal Defense provides aggressive, experienced criminal defense representation for individuals charged with crimes in Bowie and throughout Prince George’s County. Our Prince George’s County criminal defense team appears regularly in the PG County District Court and Circuit Court in Upper Marlboro, just minutes from Bowie.
Available 24/7 for emergency consultations. If you’ve just been arrested, call (301) 818-0389 now.
Whether you have been charged with a DUI, drug offense, assault, theft, or any other criminal matter in Bowie or Prince George’s County, the outcome of your case can affect your freedom, your career, and your family. You need a defense attorney who knows the PG County courts, the local prosecutors, and the strategies that work in Prince George’s County courtrooms.
Why Choose SoMD Criminal Defense in Bowie
Our partners, Jeremy B. Widder and Kathryn Batey, bring a powerful combination of prosecution and defense experience to every case. Jeremy served as an Assistant State’s Attorney for nearly a decade before founding this firm, giving him firsthand knowledge of how the prosecution builds criminal cases. Kathryn served as a Deputy District Public Defender for Southern Maryland, defending clients in the same courtrooms where she now practices privately.
This combination of experience means we understand both sides of a criminal case. We know how Prince George’s County prosecutors think, how they prioritize cases, and where their cases are vulnerable. For Bowie residents, our familiarity with the PG County court system in Upper Marlboro — located just a short drive down Route 301 — gives us a significant advantage when building your defense strategy.
Criminal Cases We Handle in Bowie
We defend Bowie residents and individuals charged in Prince George’s County against the full range of criminal offenses, including:
- DUI and DWI charges — including first offenses, repeat offenses, breath test challenges, and MVA license hearings
- Drug and controlled substance charges — possession, intent to distribute, CDS in a vehicle, and manufacturing
- Assault and violent crime charges — first-degree assault, second-degree assault, robbery, and weapons offenses
- Protective order violations and misdemeanors — including peace orders, interim protective orders, and firearm restrictions
- Theft, burglary, and property crimes — shoplifting, motor vehicle theft, breaking and entering, and fraud
- Homicide and violent felonies — murder, manslaughter, and attempted murder
- Sex offenses and domestic violence — sexual assault, domestic assault, child abuse
- Post-conviction and expungement — appeals, sentence modifications, record clearing
View our full list of criminal defense practice areas for more information on how we can help.
Bowie Criminal Courts and Process
Criminal cases originating in Bowie are prosecuted in the Prince George’s County courts in Upper Marlboro, located approximately 15 minutes south of Bowie via Route 301. District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and preliminary hearings for felonies. Circuit Court handles felony trials, jury trials, and more serious matters. The PG County court system processes thousands of criminal cases each year, and having an attorney who understands the local procedures, judges, and prosecutors is critical.
Our attorneys have extensive experience in both PG County courtrooms and maintain strong professional relationships throughout the Prince George’s County legal community. If you have been arrested in Bowie or anywhere in Prince George’s County, it is critical to speak with a criminal defense lawyer before your first court date. Early intervention allows us to gather evidence, interview witnesses, file motions, and negotiate with prosecutors before the case gains momentum against you.
Serving the Bowie Community and Surrounding Areas
Bowie is one of the largest cities in Prince George’s County, and its residents face the same criminal justice pressures as people throughout the county. Whether you live in Bowie, Mitchellville, Crofton, Glenn Dale, or Kettering, our team is ready to defend you. We understand the communities we serve and the unique concerns that come with facing criminal charges close to home — including the impact on your career, your family, and your standing in the community.
We also represent clients from nearby areas including Lanham, Greenbelt, Laurel, College Park, and Upper Marlboro. No matter where in Prince George’s County your charges originated, our PG County criminal defense attorneys are ready to fight for you.
Contact Our Bowie Criminal Defense Attorneys
In addition to Bowie, SoMD Criminal Defense represents clients throughout Southern Maryland and Prince George’s County. We handle criminal cases in Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, La Plata, Calvert County, and St. Mary’s County. No matter where in the region your charges originated, our attorneys are ready to defend you.
Our Oxon Hill office serves clients across Prince George’s County, conveniently located at 137 National Plaza, Suite 300, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. We offer free initial consultations and are available to discuss your case immediately.
Call (301) 818-0389 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. The sooner you call, the more we can do to protect your rights and your future.
