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I received a job opportunity that turned out to be a scam and they used me to cask a check for the equipment to work but turns out it was a fake check and the next day my checking acc was overdrawn by 5,000 and there was nothing the bank could do they sent me a letter in the mail saying there was... View More 
I have court this month in Prince Geor g e MD District Court and want expungement.
answered on Nov 12, 2024
You can only get the charge expunged immediately after court if you were acquitted of the charge or the State entered a nolle prossequi dropping the charge. If you are convicted and receive probation before judgment, you must wait three years to get it expunged or sooner if you can show good cause.... View More
They asked my mom if she has a son and said that they got harassing phone calls from this address last year and that he keeps on following us to different calls if it keeps on happening they will file charges
answered on Nov 12, 2024
I suggest you contact a criminal defense lawyer and discuss this matter, and your conection to it, off-line and in private. Do not post any other facts on this public forum or you risk disclosing incriminating information if, in fact, you are behind any of the activities described by the police.... View More
The police came to my house and spoke with my mom and said that your son is following us on different calls and there is also a report on your son about harassing phone calls from this address last year and also he is following officers on social media and they said they will file charges if he... View More
told the responding officer that he was going to investigate for more instances. I was told this is a theft scheme charge in Maryland. Each incident would been well under $500 over the last few months. I have zero prior charges other than a dui more than a decade ago. I am a known and respected... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
I doubt they can meet the legal standard for proving theft scheme. Each one they might be able to identify and prove would more than likely be deemed separate independent incidents of theft, all misdemeanors. Theft scheme is simply a way to try to turn a series of misdemeanors into a felony, but... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2024
No, you will not automatically get a trial date. You have 30 days from the date of the incident to request a trial or waiver hearing or to pay the citation. If you fail to act, your license will be suspended. You should request a trial and not a waiver hearing if you wish to contest the ticket.... View More
How else can a minor protect them if a statement was given?
I'm on 3yrs probation I've been in the program 2yrs no violations
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm sorry to hear you're facing this situation. Since you've been on probation for three years and have successfully completed two years in the drug program without any violations, this history will be important in court. Your consistent participation shows your commitment to meeting... View More
My son has already done more than 2 years on a 4 year sentence. I was told you only have to serve one fourth of your sentence in Maryland to qualify for parole. His is a non violent crime.
Convicted of 1 charge of cds manf/dist status code on original charge is 27.286.A.1 per that code my charge should be expungable under new code 5-602. But manf is also on it which is 5-603 non expungable. I sold never made or had equipment. Trying to get clearance for work purposes.
answered on Oct 16, 2024
A conviction for distrubution can be expunged. A conviction for manufacturing cannot be expunged. It will depend on the exact charge and an attorney would need to review your court records including the charge and disposition.
Substances federally and state legal. *Smuggling in for someone*
answered on Sep 29, 2024
Rehab facilities are typically private entities and what you can bring in is a matter of contract and following the facility’s rules. That would be strictly a civil matter. State and federal facilities may of statutory and regulatory rules in place, intentional violation of which could perhaps be... View More
Around 4-5 years ago while I was in college in Florida, I bought an AR-15 Pistol from a friend. When I finished college I moved back to Maryland and brought the pistol with me. I have not registered the pistol in Maryland, and am wondering if I am going to get in trouble while trying to do so. I am... View More
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
Bringing a firearm into Maryland involves specific legal requirements. Since Maryland has strict gun laws, it's important to ensure that your AR-15 pistol complies with state regulations. Begin by reviewing Maryland’s firearm laws to understand the necessary steps for registration and any... View More
I was charged with a felony of theft in January of 2021 and placed on unsupervised probation for 18 months. I have not gotten into any trouble since then and finally ended my probation in July of 2023. During my journey to be a better person, I want to be the best mother I can be for my children... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2024
You are posting this from Atlanta, GA, marked as "federal crimes in Maryland."
First, you have directed your question to the Maryland section of the site, so you will only receive advice regarding the law in Maryland. If your case originates in Georgia where you are posting,... View More
The other party filed assault charges too, after he was served with his summons. The other party did not have any evidence to contradict my husband's evidence. However, the prosecutor did not advise my husband that they were dismissing the charges, & did not even ask to see the video... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2024
The prosecutor has the ultimate discretion when to dismiss (nolle pros.) a charge. They often choose to do this when there are two parties that have filed charges against each other because each defendant would have a 5th Amendment right to remain silent, and therefore the State could not compel... View More
Diagnosed in prison 2016
Wasn’t taken seriously or treated until 2020
Released in 2023
Late Summer 2024 it’s back and the levels are higher and now I’m on short term disability and cannot work. Am I able to seek legal action due to this?
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
You may have grounds to seek legal action based on the delay in treatment and the recurrence of H. pylori, especially if it has led to significant health issues and financial loss. The first step would be to assess whether there was negligence in your medical care during your time in prison and... View More
I went to the Childrens place 15 mins before close and manager refused to let anyone in. I posted a TikTok that went viral and received a message on TikTok from the manager threatening to beat my a**. I live in the stores neighborhood and have been afraid to leave my house to shop and do activities... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2024
A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, you could reach out to Maryland attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. A law firm would probably want to discuss in detail and possibly investigate things before offering an evaluation... View More
i feel that i have been a lifetime victim of excessive force, improper approach, and or conduct distancing officers from being balanced or just. my first memory of police instances is my best friend that was shot at the age of 12 by a group of detectives and uniformed officers in nyc in 1988-89 and... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you've faced a long history of difficult and traumatic experiences with law enforcement, and you're looking to take action. Building a case against a police department or officers for misconduct can be a challenging process, but there are steps you can take to start... View More
If a commercial vehicle (semi) hits a pedestrian (fatal) in a crosswalk after coming to a complete stop, with expired tags (3yrs expired) while turning on a residential road that has posted no trucks over 3/4 ton, automatically responsible if the pedestrian followed all the rules and laws for... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2024
An attorney could offer more in-depth insight with the police report and additional details. I'm very sorry for the loss of life of the pedestrian. A likely citation could be "Failure to Yield" to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. But that's without knowing details, such as whether... View More
This is pertaining to the state of Maryland
answered on Jul 26, 2024
This law makes it a crime to hire a prostitute or engage in prostitution.
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