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Can I Refuse A Breathalyzer Test In Maryland?

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The short answer to this question is: yes, you can refuse a breathalyzer test in Maryland. However, under Maryland’s implied consent laws, there are consequences for refusing a breathalyzer test. The question then becomes: is it more beneficial to refuse the breath test, or should you take it? In Maryland, prosecutors can prove that… Read More »

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Maryland Man Accused Of Child Abuse And Neglect After 6-Year-Old Son Is Found Dead

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A Maryland man has been arrested after his 6-year-old son was found dead in his home. Police arrested the suspect after responding to a report of an unresponsive child. When officers arrived at the suspect’s home, they found the boy dead. It was determined that the boy died of severe malnutrition and starvation. According… Read More »

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Maryland Man Sentenced To 75 Years for Sexual Abuse Of A Minor

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The State’s Attorney’s Office announced that a Maryland man will spend the next 75 years of his life in state prison for the sexual abuse of a minor. The 28-year-old defendant was sentenced to 75 years with 24 years of active incarceration. He will also have to register as a sex offender for the… Read More »

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Maryland Man Is Facing Child Abuse Charges After Infant Suffers “Significant Injuries”

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A Maryland father is facing child abuse charges after doctors discovered that his 6-week-old infant suffered significant injuries including fractured bones. The child received medical care at Frederick Health Hospital before medics transferred the child to Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. Child Protective Services later contacted the Frederick Police Department about the child’s… Read More »

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Former Maryland High School Worker Convicted of Sex Crime Against Student

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A former Safety and Security Assistant at a Maryland high school was recently convicted of a sex crime against a minor student who attended the school. He will have to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life under Maryland’s rules regarding sex offenses. The 22-year-old defendant was convicted of sexual… Read More »

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Maryland Updates Stalking Law To Include Electronic Communication

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In October of 2022, Maryland updated its stalking laws to include electronic communications that are meant to instill fear or the threat of physical violence. Up until this point, stalking had to be conducted in person. The text of the law included the words “approaching or pursuing”. In this manner, those who committed digital… Read More »

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Criminal Stalking In Bel Air, Maryland

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It sometimes happens that an individual becomes obsessed with the object of their desire and takes matters too far. They engage in a course of conduct that puts another person in fear for their lives. When this happens, they can be charged under Maryland statutes with the crime of stalking. In this article, the… Read More »

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The Role Of Drug Recognition Experts In DUI Cases

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A Drug Recognition Expert is a specially trained officer who is employed in DUI cases to determine whether or not someone is under the influence of drugs. In most cases, officers only carry equipment that can determine if someone is under the influence of alcohol. There is no standardized test to determine if someone… Read More »

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Marijuana DUI In Bel Air, MD

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On July 1st, 2023 marijuana became legal to own in Maryland. Today, it is possible to own 1.5 ounces of marijuana or 2 plants in your home. Due to this, there will be an uptick in the number of arrests for marijuana DUI. However, testing for marijuana is not nearly as mature as it… Read More »

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What Is A Criminal Summons In The State Of Maryland?

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A criminal summons is a legal document that can and, in some circumstances, will be issued to individuals who reside within the State of Maryland. By being aware of what a criminal summons is, and speaking with a Maryland criminal lawyer, it’s easier for an individual who has been given a criminal summons to… Read More »

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