In criminal law, the terms “charge” and “conviction” refer to different stages in the legal process — and they carry very different legal implications. What Is a Criminal Charge? A charge is a formal accusation made by law enforcement or a prosecutor that someone has committed a crime. It does not mean the person isRead More
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Indicted vs. Charged: What’s the Difference?
When someone is accused of a crime, terms like “charged” and “indicted” are often used interchangeably—but they mean different things. Understanding the distinction is critical if you’re facing criminal allegations in Maryland or anywhere else in the United States. What Does It Mean to Be Charged? Being charged means a prosecutor has formally accused someoneRead More
