Archive for March 2021
3 Common Grounds for Suppressing Evidence in a Criminal Case
Suppression of evidence is a fancy way of saying the evidence cannot be used in court. In order to suppress evidence, the criminal defense lawyer must file a formal motion to exclude the evidence. The motion can be filed in federal or state court depending on where the case is being tried. The motion normally…
Read MoreHidden COVID-19 Fees May Constitute Fraud
For the last year, many companies and businesses have been charging fees to cover COVID-19-related health and cleaning services. Those fees can range from $5 for disinfectant in a hair salon to up to $1200 for cleaning and food in senior-living centers. Many consumers do not become aware of the fees until they receive their…
Read MoreOverdose Deaths Increased in Maryland During COVID-19
The number of deaths due to drug and alcohol overdoses increased in Maryland during the pandemic. Minority communities are being affected the most. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that between May 2019 and May 2020 deaths from all types of drugs have increased by nearly 17%. ABC News reports…
Read MoreWhy Maryland Needs to End Home Detention Fees
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the criminal justice system in Maryland is taking steps to depopulate jails and prisons to help reduce the risk of exposure to the disease. In Baltimore, the City’s attorney’s office and the police have stopped prosecuting some low-level offenses. They have dismissed a number of cases and eliminated a…
Read MoreWhy Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?
If you are arrested, or believe you are the subject of a criminal investigation, you are likely considering whether you will need a criminal defense attorney in your corner. Perhaps you are doing this research for yourself, a friend, or family member. Even when charges seem minor, it is always a good idea to have…
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