![Understanding Self Defense Laws in Maryland [Including Use of Guns]](https://www.enlawyers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Guns-Self-Defense-Law-Maryland-1080x630.jpg.webp)
Recently, the news has covered stories about intruders in homes or people being attacked and the victims in the cases defending themselves. The self defense laws in Maryland give a person every right to defend themselves. However, in a court of law, there are several...
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In the last 20 years, the explosive growth of the internet caused an explosion of Internet Harassment. Whether it is internet harassment of a person or a business, the growth of cyber-bullying, revenge porn, or just plain false information online has grown...
Last month, the State’s Attorney proposed a new rule that could have serious repercussions for defendants in Maryland criminal cases. In late October, Maryland State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby proposed a measure to reform the ability for judges to solely hear criminal...
Assault is typically considered an act that induces harm by means of physical violence. However, a person can also be charged with assault when their actions have been deemed to be a threat or attempt to physically cause harm or inflict physical violence on another...
We have all heard the phrase, “you have the right to remain silent”, hundreds of times while watching movies and television shows. However, people do not always fully understand what this phrase, and those that follow it, mean. It is important that you understand your...
ENLawyer Kurt Nachtman had an interesting case recently involving some "law school" defenses that are rarely seen in real life. The case also highlighted the dangers of involuntary intoxication and ingesting a substance that you don't know it's origin. A Client's...
The United States Constitution establishes limitations on the power that law enforcement officials have when searching people. Search and seizure laws help to protect the rights of individuals against being wrongfully incriminated. Here, the ENLawyers explain what you...
As the nation continues to discuss drug law reform, it is important to stay updated regarding the drug laws in Maryland. Take a moment to understand legal terms and consequences regarding Maryland drug laws. Decriminalization In 2014, Maryland passed a...
The phrases “innocent until proven guilty” and “right to trial” are fundamental to being American. But in a court of law, there is more to read between the lines. What actually happens when you go to trial? While criminal defendants could be inclined to prove their...
Having a criminal record often creates insurmountable hardships for individuals seeking employment. Beginning October 1st, the Second Chance Act and changes to expungement laws will help give nonviolent criminal offenders another opportunity at a normal life. When...
Jump to: Can You Record the Police? Limitations Can Police Delete Your Video? Conclusions A series of tragic events within recent months have caused a flurry of videos recording the police to appear across the internet. However, in certain situations, taking video...
The high court affirmed previous lower court rulings that allowed businesses to terminate employees for the use of medical marijuana – even if its off-duty. With this ruling, Colorado becomes the first state to set precedent regarding an often muddled and ambiguous...
![Coram Nobis and Immigration: What Do I Need to Know? [Post-Conviction Lawyer]](https://www.enlawyers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/writ-of-coram-nobis-maryland-1080x630.jpg.webp)
What is a Coram Nobis? Following a trial or guilty plea, and after a direct appeal has been filed and decided, there remain very few options that exist to vacate a conviction or modify one's sentence. One of these options is arguing a Post-Conviction petition or writ...
Baltimore Criminal Lawyer: First-time Offender series - Assault If you have been charged with a crime as a first-time offender, or are a fan of our website and are waiting for the next installment of our First Time Offender series, wait no further! Our series has...
Well the 2014 session is over and it sure ended with a bang. A full recap is forthcoming, but here is your Baltimore Criminal Lawyer's winners and losers. Baltimore Criminal Lawyer 2014 General Assembly Session Winners Pot Smokers - Marijuana possession less than 10g...
Can I drive in Maryland with a Foreign Driver's License? To drive in Maryland, you must have a valid driver’s license. Each state in the United States has its own license. Those licenses are valid throughout every state in the United States. The Maryland Vehicle...
ENLawyers explain potential cases stemming from alleged conduct of Johns Hopkins Gynecologist Dr. Nikita A. Levy Update: Dr. Levy reportedly committed suicide on February 19, 2013, while facing the charges explained below. As reported by the Baltimore Sun, it is...
As a Maryland Lawyer, who practices criminal law, I am often approached by potential clients, friends or acquaintances, concerning the legal basis for a police officer to approach you and ask questions, or even search your person, belongings or vehicle. Maryland...
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Jump to: The Basics of What to Do When Getting Pulled Over What police can do What to Do When Pulled Over What are my rights when I get pulled over? The Bottom Line As your favorite Maryland lawyers, we're constantly seeking to help you smoothly get through those...
As a Baltimore Marijuana Lawyer, I have handled innumerable cases involving both young adults and children who were cited, or arrested by police for possessing marijuana or paraphernalia. As such, I read a lot of the research regarding the effects of marijuana. In an...
According to the 8th Amendment of the United States constitution, "Excessive bail shall not be required." [for individuals charged and pending trial for crimes]. Because all people charged with crimes are innocent until proven guilty, the innocent people should have...
Q. What's the difference between a carp and a lawyer? A. One's a scum-sucking, bottom-feeding scavenger. The other is a fish. Yes, your Maryland lawyer loves a good lawyer joke, especially ones about fishing. But understand if you're fishing without a license and get...
98% of all violations of Maryland Criminal laws resolve by way of a dismissal (stet or nolle pross) or a plea. Of the remaining 2%, only a tiny number of violations of Maryland Criminal laws go all the way to a jury. Many are resolved by bench (or judge) trials or...
Well, the Maryland General Assembly session is now over. As a practicing Maryland lawyer who focuses on Maryland Criminal laws and Maryland DUI defense, it is vitally important to stay on top of the changes in the law, or else you run the risk of embarassing youself...
Everybody uses a GPS, whether it’s in your car giving you the wrong directions or on your smart phone to find the closest happy hour, the GPS has become a main stay in our everyday life. This Maryland Lawyer wants to educate you on the use of this product by law...
Remain silent and why a defendant might testify As a Maryland lawyer, let me first preface this post by saying that trial and trial tactics are more art than science. With all art, it is subjective to the artist and to the viewer. The important thing with the art of...