answered on Jun 7, 2022
I agree with Mr. Scherr, each proceeding has a slightly higher burden of proof to grant the protective order. At the temporary protective order hearing a Judge must find "reasonable grounds" supporting the person eligible for relief has been abused. At the final protective order... View More 
answered on Jun 7, 2022
I agree with both previous answers provided. Additionally, The United States Supreme Court has previously held that a K-9 performing a search on someone's porch entrance to the home without a warrant is considered a search in violation of the 4th Amendment. As mentioned previously, a common/... View More
but I’m not sure why is it any reason that it could be put on me if I haven’t done anything or reason of why for the sake of the case she has going on?
answered on Dec 13, 2021
If you were charged with theft in relation to a case your significant other has been charged/ involved in, it is possible The State's Attorney's office believes you were involved in the criminal act as well. You should speak with an Attorney about the case, if you cannot afford Private... View More
can you file criminal charges against a police officer for false arrest - - false imprisonment
answered on Dec 10, 2021
Theoretically you could file criminal charges for a false arrest, but it would be a long uphill battle to show an Officer intentionally made a false arrest resulting in malfeasance or misfeasance. If you believe the Officer had no reasonable grounds to place you under arrest, you should seek... View More
Cause I want to know is my boyfriend lying to me
answered on Dec 9, 2021
To obtain actual court records you would need to go to The Clerk of the Court and pay for copies to be printed, which is fairly inexpensive depending on the number of pages copied. Otherwise you can look up cases by party name or case number online at casesearch.courts.state.md.us/
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answered on Dec 9, 2021
I agree with Mr. Scherr, the majority of 8-505/ 8-507 cases are handled by The Office of The Public Defender, and they are well suited to advocate for a favorable outcome if possible. As a caveat, if the 8-507 is granted, he or she must be dedicated and willing to participate in the program, and... View More
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