What is the crime of second degree assault in Maryland?
In the State of Maryland, the Legislature determined that there are two degrees of assault: First Degree Assault and Second-Degree Assault. The Legislature codified what constitutes each and what penalties a person can face if found guilty of assault. Here are three...
Electronic Stalking in Maryland
In the 2022 General Assembly session, the Maryland Legislature expanded the law of Stalking. In response to decisions in the courts and to public sentiments against stalking behavior through electronic devices, Maryland lawmakers added a new provision to the Stalking...
Maryland’s Changing Legal Landscape Over Possession of Marijuana
Marijuana laws in the United States are currently an ever-changing patchwork. Bills have been introduced in Congress to legalize marijuana and a number of states have legalized medical marijuana (37 states & DC) and recreational marijuana (18 states & DC)....
How to Testify Effectively in Court
If you find yourself as a witness or party to a case in court, adopting the suggestions we offer may improve the strength of your testimony. This article offers you several skills to employ. It is not a substitute for more intensive preparation offered by a skilled...How an Attorney Helps a Crime Victim Win in Court
In Maryland, victims of crime have important rights. Maryland Criminal Procedure Article § 11-1002 offers guidelines for helping victims of a crime, declaring that they should be treated with “dignity, respect, courtesy, and sensitivity”. Unfortunately, due to heavy...
