Facing criminal charges in Waldorf, Maryland? SoMD Criminal Defense provides aggressive, experienced criminal defense representation for individuals charged with crimes in Waldorf and throughout Charles County. Our office is located minutes from Waldorf, and our attorneys appear regularly in the Charles County District Court and Circuit Court.
Whether you have been charged with a DUI, drug offense, assault, theft, or any other criminal matter, the outcome of your case can affect your freedom, your career, and your family. You need a defense team that knows the local courts, the local prosecutors, and the strategies that work in Charles County.
Why Choose SoMD Criminal Defense in Waldorf
Our founding partners, Jeremy B. Widder and Kathryn Batey, have deep roots in Charles County. Jeremy served as an Assistant State’s Attorney in Charles County for nearly a decade before founding this firm, giving him firsthand knowledge of how the prosecution builds cases in this jurisdiction. 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 prosecution and defense experience means we understand both sides of a criminal case. We know how Charles County prosecutors think, how they prioritize cases, and where their cases are vulnerable.
Criminal Cases We Handle in Waldorf
We defend Waldorf residents and individuals charged in Charles County against the full range of criminal offenses, including:
- DUI and DWI charges — including first offenses, repeat offenses, and refusal cases
- Drug and controlled substance charges — possession, distribution, and manufacturing
- Assault and violent crime charges — first-degree assault, second-degree assault, robbery
- Protective order violations and misdemeanors — including firearm charges
- Theft, burglary, and property crimes — shoplifting, motor vehicle theft, breaking and entering
- 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
Waldorf Criminal Courts and Process
Criminal cases originating in Waldorf are prosecuted in the Charles County courts located in La Plata. District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and preliminary hearings for felonies. Circuit Court handles felony trials, jury trials, and more serious matters. Our attorneys have extensive experience in both courtrooms and maintain strong professional relationships throughout the Charles County legal community.
If you have been arrested in Waldorf or anywhere in Charles County, it is critical to speak with a 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 Waldorf Community
Waldorf is the largest community in Charles County, and its residents face the same criminal justice pressures as people throughout Southern Maryland. Whether you live in St. Charles, Pinefield, Waldorf Park, or the surrounding neighborhoods, our team is ready to defend you. We also represent clients from nearby communities including White Plains, La Plata, Indian Head, Bryans Road, and Hughesville.
Contact Our Waldorf Criminal Defense Attorneys
In addition to Waldorf, SoMD Criminal Defense represents clients throughout Southern Maryland. We handle criminal cases in La Plata, Calvert County, St. Mary’s County, and Prince George’s County. No matter where in the region your charges originated, our attorneys are ready to defend you.
Our White Plains office is located just minutes from Waldorf at 10665 Stanhaven Place, Suite 3117, White Plains, MD 20695. We offer free initial consultations and are available to discuss your case immediately.
Call (240) 556-2933 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.
