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certain witnesses and or state the opening or closing arguments himself ? Is there a law or a practice and procedure rule that prevents this type of hybrid representation ?
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answered on May 3, 2018
No. You can't. You are in proper person, or you are represented, not both. You certainly can get your questions asked, through your chosen attorney. You can get your arguments raised, through your chosen attorney. Or, you can choose to represent yourself. Good luck.
he is being held in ann Arundel county
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answered on May 2, 2018
You'd likely need to find the appropriate issuing jurisdiction in VA, and contact the judiciary/ court system there to uncover out what can be found out about the nature of the underlying charges.
Although Ive been assured verbally that I am safe from prosecution, I am worried that may not be true. Can I request immunity? Should I plead the 5th? What will protect me and my family from the person Im wanted to testify against?
answered on Apr 26, 2018
Meet with an experienced defense counsel beforehand and go over what you might be asked and what you know. Anything you tell the lawyer is privileged. Invoking your Fifth Amendment right must be done properly, and the lawyer will guide you. If this is before a federal grand jury make sure the... View More 
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answered on Apr 26, 2018
10 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both is the maximum penalty, more if a minor was involved. These charges are treated seriously in Maryland. You should consult with experienced criminal defense counsel.
Trial lasted a week .. detective was shaking the hand of the juror’s husband and patted him on his back
I believe once the juror’s husband said his wife was on the jury, no further contact should have been made
answered on Apr 17, 2018
The question is whether the husband’s action connoted an impropriety with the juror and the case. I can’t tell from these facts but it is worth looking at. Contact the defense counsel with this ASAP for a potential appeal issue.
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answered on Apr 17, 2018
You should contact your lawyer and discuss the matter to see if you can reach an amicable solution to your disappointment.
I need legal advice on the maximum and minimum punishment I can get Some details are I was blackout drunk when it happen and have no criminal record and the assault charges are on officers I pushed them and the charges are in Maryland, i need help... thanks
answered on Apr 10, 2018
These are misdemeanors, but you do not want any kind of a record, and usually something can be worked out to keep your record clean. Obviously it depends on the seriousness of any assault (injuries, etc.), but many times with no real injury the officers can be convinced to let the assaults go and... View More
What does he do n not get in trouble
answered on Apr 9, 2018
Under Maryland law, a person cannot be compelled to testify against their spouse. Your husband has a spousal privilege not to testify against you. He must appear at the trial if subpoenaed, but he then may assert his privilege not to testify against you.
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answered on Apr 8, 2018
Yes. You should have no contact. If you want clarification, you should file a motion, and ask the court to clarify the ruling.
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answered on Apr 7, 2018
Not on a warrant that has been recalled. You should probably keep proof the warrant has been recalled on your person for a few months.
I was found guilty in 2016 of CDs possession and the maximum penalty then was for years however I was sentenced last week and the sentencing guidelines were changed to 6 months in October of 2017 so my question is is there any case law or statute that says weather sentencing goes by date of guilt... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2018
You are subject to the maximum sentence provided by the law as it was in effect on the date of the offense. The sentencing guidelines are not binding, and a judge is free to consider any mitigating or aggravating circumstances in arriving at the sentence.
And I had a dui the night before and they released me
answered on Apr 1, 2018
Yeah, you need a lawyer. Better to stop posting any more details on this public forum. Felony theft of an automobile, aggravated by an accident with injury, and with a pending DUI from the night before, that’s got jail written all over it. You need to start preparing now for how to deal with... View More
Responsibilities to his wife. I was living and taking care of my mother for the past 4 yrs prior to her passing. She has had the locks changed, so that I am unable to get my belongings. What are my rights?
answered on Mar 11, 2018
You can petition the court to get access to your belongings as well as to remove your brother as Personal Representative if you can prove he has failed to carry out his duties.
I have a lawyer but not able to talk to him today.
answered on Mar 11, 2018
Your husband needs a lawyer. Not enough information in your post to evaluate the evidence against him, and posting those details on a public forum accessible by law enforcement is not advisable. I don’t know what evidence could have been lost or destroyed in a crime lab related to a gun charge,... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2018
Many ways, or few, it depends on the facts, like your and the other vehicle’s location at the time of the incident, witnesses, fingerprint evidence, etc.
Convicted of DWI on 02/02/2012 (MVA notified on 12/08/2017 and given 12 points). Did have 1 point added in 2013 for speeding. When the 12 points were added in 2017 from the 2011 offense and 2012 conviction, notice of revocation of license issued by MVA. Going to administrative hearing but is there... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2018
What is the reason for the delay in the notification of the DUI conviction? Ordinarily, upon conviction, the MVA is notified and the points go on fairly quickly, within days or weeks. I have had clients who were charged in one year, but failed to appear on the charges and they remained... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2018
I certainly would not hurt, but it is not necessarily the best option as many jurisdictions have specific programs they will require the defendant to enroll in as part of any deal or term of probation, so you may end up spending time and money twice and without real benefit. This is particularly... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2018
Probably a notice of seizure of some package mailed to your address containing drugs, supplements, pills, CDS, etc., and inquiring why you ordered it and for what purpose. I suggest if you have any basis for concern about something you are aware of having been mailed to you, that you should talk to... View More
I got a peace order against an ex but never went through with it so now he is trying to shield the case.
answered on Mar 1, 2018
It's up to you. If you appear and contest the shielding, the judge can decline to do so. If you do not appear, it will likely be granted. You will not get into trouble if you do not go.
answered on Mar 1, 2018
Maryland's highest appellate court is known as the Court of Appeals, and the intermediate level appellate court is known as the Court of Special Appeals. There are countless appellate opinions setting forth precedent and applying precedent in this area, both under Maryland's declaration... View More
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