
answered on Feb 2, 2023
An acquittal of all charges should not affect your job. You should get your record expunged right away. Depending on your job, you may wish to get a true test copy of the disposition first.
Could the judge do anything about the bank coming after me for the car loan?

answered on Feb 1, 2023
You remain liable for the car loan. The judge will not allow that as a defense. Your husband may be liable to you for the money that you pay for the loan.
I received a ticket (Maryland State 21, Subtitle 7 of the Transportation article violation) for driving past a stopped school bus with flashing lights and the stop sign extended in PG County, MD. I was on a two-lane road, going in the opposite direction from the bus. Looking at the footage, the... Read more »

answered on Jan 22, 2023
You should request a trial and go to court. The judge will watch the video and you can testify to what happened. The judge will decide the case. If it was a camera ticket (as opposed to being stopped by a police officer), then there are no points assessed.
a lane change. I was stopped by highway police. Not understanding why?

answered on Jan 20, 2023
If you received a traffic ticket, you should request a trial within 30 days of the ticket and go to court. If the police officer does not appear, you would be acquitted. If the police officer appears, you can have a trial. Even if you are convicted, the judge can offer probation before judgment... Read more »
My blinker on and began to turn when the light turned green. The truck hit my car on the passenger side door. Who is at fault?

answered on Jan 20, 2023
An attorney would need to review pictures of the intersection, the police report, and witness statements. In many bus only lanes, other drivers are permitted to enter the lane and turn just prior to the intersection. You can pull up pictures of the intersection using Google maps.
Will the hotel charge money for the damages or will there be criminal charges pressed?

answered on Jan 20, 2023
There is a possibility that criminal charges will be filed for malicious destruction of property in addition to a claim for damages for the belongings destroyed. There is no way to be sure whether criminal charges will be filed.

answered on Jan 17, 2023
There are cases that hold that it is enough to search your car. The cases distinguish between the search of your car during a traffic stop and the search of your person when you are in a store. Of course, the issue turns on the facts of the stop and you should discuss that with an attorney.
OWNER OF ALF CALLED POLICE WHO ISSUED A WRITTEN WARNING TO DAUGHTER OF A RESIDNET

answered on Jan 17, 2023
The owner of the property can issue a warning that someone is not allowed on the property. If she comes on the property, she can be charged with trespass. It does not matter that it is the daughter of a resident.

answered on Jan 11, 2023
I have never seen that before. Check with your attorney. If you are not represented by counsel, you can call the Clerk's office to inquire.
It sounds like someone is requesting a check to make a payment for a service.

answered on Jan 7, 2023
It is a civil citation and not a criminal charge. You cannot be sent to jail. Since you are under 21, the judge can order you to a drug treatment or education program.
An attorney may be better able to raise technical defenses such as insisting the State be able to prove the substance was... Read more »
Son has been in Jail two months and no Public Attorney has come to see him yet.

answered on Jan 5, 2023
A Public Defender should enter his or her appearance for him promptly. He should reach out to the Public Defender's office. As far as when they come to see him, that is a different matter. They are extremely busy and I do not know how they decide when to visit their clients who are incarcerated.
This is my first offense. What usually happens in these cases?

answered on Jan 2, 2023
Jail is unlikely for a first time offender. An attorney can probably keep a conviction off your record. You should retain private counsel or go to the Public Defender.
I'm experiencing a financial hardship due to this garnishment. How can I request to have the payments lessened so that I can maintain my other financial obligations?

answered on Dec 30, 2022
You should speak with a bankruptcy attorney to see if bankruptcy is an option for you.
Charge Description- CDS MANUFACTURE/DISTRIBUTE-NARCOTIC; CJIS#: 20696
Charge Class: converted degree

answered on Dec 28, 2022
This charge is a felony. If it says it is a misdemeanor on Maryland Judiciary Case Search, this is an error.
I recently saw a dashcam video where an individual was driving on a two-lane bridge (with no median or place to pull over) on the left-hand lane when a car cut them off from the right lane merging into their lane. They hit the car and swerved right, continuing to drive. Would that be a hit-and-run?... Read more »

answered on Dec 27, 2022
The person is supposed to pull over to a safe location so as not to impede traffic and then stop. If the person does that, it is not a hit and run.
He's had a postponement but has not talked to anyone. What can he do?

answered on Dec 27, 2022
He should either retain private counsel or the Public Defender if he cannot afford a private attorney.

answered on Dec 20, 2022
If your name is on the ticket, then it is your responsibility. If you fail to take care of it, your license will be suspended.
Now, if it is a moving violation, do not pay it. Request a trial within 30 days and go to court. You do not want to receive points on your license.
Convictions or criminal record whatsoever nor do I have anything any record on my driving record. I unfortunately was laid off prior to being served, and with it being Christmas and having children have no funds for a lawyer, what do you believe to be the most likely outcome in my particular case,... Read more »

answered on Dec 16, 2022
If you cannot retain private counsel, contact the Public Defender as soon as possible. Jail is unlikely for a first time offender. An attorney will likely be able to keep a conviction off your record. You should be prepared to make restitution which will be required and also go a long way to... Read more »
I am now 68 and really would like to travel out of the country. My spouse who is an immigration attorney advise me that we may run into issues with this conviction. I served 90 days in a work release program at the time and completed all issues surrounding the conviction. In recent conversations... Read more »

answered on Dec 12, 2022
Even felony theft convictions can be expunged in Maryland now after a 15 year waiting period if you are otherwise eligible for expungement.
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