Monthly Archives: July 2022
Natural Guardians & Child Custody Under Maryland Family Law
Maryland law applies a multifaceted series of duties and responsibilities for child custody. For parents, guardians, and custodians, they are responsible for the support, nurture, welfare, and education of the children under their care. In that vein, Maryland provides special considerations for a child’s birth mother and father, who are referred to as natural… Read More »
Surveying Gun Crimes In Maryland Involving Handguns
The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution grants the right to bear arms. But the Maryland Criminal Code imposes certain restrictions on that constitutional right, including laws against carrying or transporting handguns in specific situations. Any person who violates these laws can face severe criminal penalties under Maryland law. Maryland Definition of Handguns The… Read More »
3 Important Features Of Prenuptial Agreements In Maryland
Before a couple actually gets married, Maryland family law allows them to enter into a valid and enforceable contract. Referred to legally as a prenuptial agreement, these contracts can address certain rights in the event of divorce, such as property rights and alimony or spousal support. Although prenuptial agreements are typically valid and enforceable,… Read More »
What Is A Medical Support Notice For Maryland Child Support?
When the Maryland courts impose an obligation to pay child support, that obligation can stretch beyond mere payment. One common aspect of child support in Maryland involves health insurance coverage. When the Maryland courts require a parent to include their child on a health insurance policy, a medical support notice helps to streamline that… Read More »
