Your husband cannot own or “possess” a firearm. Possession encompasses “constructive possession,” which means the firearm is accessible to him. Any gun n the house he dwells in is close enough to be accessible.

“But my wife is the only one with a key or combination to the gun... View More

The simple answer to the question of whether you can sue the hotel is "yes." However your need an attorney admitted to practice in SC and evidence that the hotel's staff was negligent in some manner. Presumably, the doors to the rooms lock automatically upon exiting the room so... View More

Do the driver improvement program now and get your license reinstated. You should retain counsel to represent you since the offense carries possible jail time and the VOP also could lead to jail time. If you get your license reinstated, there is a good chance an attorney can keep you out of jail.

Possibly. More likely to suppress the evidence if the car belonged to the young man than if he was a mere passenger. It depends on more facts than you’ve provided, and the inference that all passengers in car equally possessed the evidence found in it is a potentially very weak one—also partly... View More

If you received a stet, nolle prossequi, or probation before judgment, it can be expunged. If you were convicted, an attorney would have to review the exact charge to see if it is eligible for expungement. Only certain convictions are eligible. You speak to an attorney.

Yes, these charges can generally now be expunged. There are some variables, as old Article 27, Section 286A, 286B and 286C are all different from Section 286 (without a capital letter attached). Former Article 27, Section 286 has been recodified under Criminal Code 5-602. Both a misdemeanor... View More

The young man’s lawyer should decide on whether a bill of particulars is necessary or appropriate. Once discovery (evidence) from the prosecutor’s case is provided, it can be reviewed and then a bill of particulars drafted to address the gaps in the State’s case.

You can always file a motion requesting that the judge terminate probation early or even request an early expungement of your criminal record. However, whether the timing and reasons in support of your request are sufficient or appropriate at this time would require more evaluation. Discuss this... View More

Your best bet is to hire an attorney to file a motion to recall the warrant. If the motion is granted, the warrant will be quashed and your case will be set for trial. The attorney can then represent you at trial.

Your option is to turn yourself in while ready to pay the $1,000.00 bond or... View More

Firearm convictions cannot be expunged. A probation before judgment can be expunged three years from the end of probation. You should run this by an attorney so they can look up the exact charge.

Anyone can ask for a pardon, but not many are granted.

If you have been charged with a crime, you should retain counsel to represent you. If not, you need to remove it from your vehicle right away. You should seek legal advice about what to do with it.

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answered on Aug 30, 2023

When a person absconds from parole, it could lead to legal consequences. In Maryland, as in other states, absconding from parole may result in a parole violation. The specific consequences can vary depending on the terms of your parole, the policies of the parole board, and the laws in your state.... View More

Lack of probable cause is the basis for a motion to suppress all evidence found as a result, and to make the initial stop illegal.

ALL violations of subsection (b) constitutes a violent crime. The separate sections within subsection (b) are not differentiated in this regard.

It means that the probation has been terminated and is over. It was terminated unsatisfactorily which could affect the future ability to get the charge expunged and future probation conditions. The Defendant has been released from jail.

If there is a warrant for your arrest, they can take you into custody. It makes no difference that they rear ended your car.

You can contact Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Referral Service or your local bar association.

The only way to modify your probation is to file a motion with the court and ask the judge to modify it.

It really depends on the facts of the case. If the police were able to get a search warrant, they would have to state the reasons why they were entitled to search the car. You would have to discuss these legal issues with a lawyer in a confidential setting.

A lawyer will need to review all the details and facts, and file a motion to suppress; however, if the search of the vehicle was incident to a lawfully obtained and issued search warrant, then the evidence may not be suppressed, despite the initial stop lacking probable cause. That will be an... View More