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Me and co defendant were ordered to pay restitution jointly and severly. The co defendant paid the restitution and received credit for the payment. If it was jointly and severly with co defendant don’t we both get credit for the restitution and if so how does the co defendant get credit for the... View More 
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
In a situation where restitution is ordered jointly and severally, if one co-defendant pays the entire amount, it usually satisfies the obligation for all parties involved. This means that if your co-defendant has paid the full restitution, legally, the debt is considered paid for both of you.... View More
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
answered on Nov 22, 2024
I am sorry that this happened to you. The bank is not liable for the fake check. You presented a check to the bank that was not valid. The bank has no duty to verify every check they receive. That would be impossible.
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
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
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.
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
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
Legally do we have to provide this information?
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
When an inmate requests the first name and ID number of a correctional officer to file a complaint, the agency's obligation to provide this information varies by jurisdiction and specific regulations. Generally, privacy laws and policies protect the personal information of employees, including... 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.
My license was in GA and I have since got the suspension lifted and have started converting my license to MD. That said, I do not have the funds to fix my insurance prior to my court date and really think I need to request a continuance to get the funds to fix this as well as perhaps hire a lawyer.
answered on Jul 16, 2024
You are wise to seek a continuance and hire an attorney. You can ask for a postponement in open court if your case is today. If it is next Tuesday, you can file a motion for postponement electronically through MDEC.
answered on May 6, 2024
Yes. Hire a lawyer to file a motion for a reverse waiver to juvenile court.
My phone was stolen and accessed, the individual was some how to gain access to my bank account and to a member to member transfer for 7K. They also did Venmo and cashapp; which the disputes were found to be in my favor. I made a dispute from the bank, they recovered a slight portion from the... View More
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answered on May 2, 2024
I am sorry that this has happened to you. First, you should make a police reprot for theft and also report the action to the bank. The bank has insurance to cover these type of incidents.
Physical mailbox
answered on Apr 10, 2024
Yes, this is illegal. Many mailboxes are owned by the United States Postal Service. You no longer have a right to access the mailbox.
The person keeps calling from a blocked number. I know who it is, but I don't answer to not engage with the person.
answered on Mar 1, 2024
You can report the matter to the police. I do not know if they will do anything, but at least there will be a report of the incident.
Me and my boyfriend have got in a situation and I was charged with 2nd degree assault. His mouth was bleeding but in the police report we also fell down the stairs. I have more injuries than him and everything started because he took my phone and I tried to get it back. In the police report, it... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2024
Yes, these things can make difference on whether the State decides to prosecute and any defenses that you may have in the case. I suggest that you retain counsel to represent you given the nature of the charges.
A detective left a card on my door and after I called back he said the police station department has been getting lots of harrasment annoying phone calls and traced back the phone numbers IP adress to my house.He said if they get any calls he will charge everyone inside my house with harassment
answered on Feb 5, 2024
You should check with all residents to make sure they are not making harassing calls to the police station. It is really all you can do.
answered on Feb 2, 2024
It depends on the conditions of probation. Typically, if a judge places you on unsupervised probation for a period of time, the judge is only concerned about traffic citations. You would need to review your paperwork.
answered on Jan 10, 2024
If you received probation before judgment, it can be expunged. If you did not receive probation before judgment, it is not an offense that can be expunged at the present time.
answered on Jan 5, 2024
You should check with your probation officer before taking the medication.
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