What are the charges for someone who uses a deadly weapon but it is used in self defense?

The direct answer to the question as posed is that A "can . . . be charged" with first degree assault, second degree assault, and reckless...

My 8 year old twins go to their Dad's EOW. I bought a cellphone they have when they are there. He takes it away and turns it off

I do not agree that non-custodial parents can always do whatever they want with children during visitation, at least in the State of Maryland. I...

What can I do if I'm facing possible conspiracy charges?

Baltimore, intending no disrespect, most defense attorneys would say that you did at least one wrong thing, which was when you "told them [the...

I am disabled and my so has been sentenced to 1 year in jail for 2530 restitution -he help with everything can his sen be reduce

Under Maryland law, there are several possible ways to seek a reduction of a sentence, but you have to move very quickly, as the first deadline...

Can a 14 year old who has AHAD get Chagne as an Adult for murder.

I'm sorry to hear about this young man, who I assume is a relative or close friend. Fourteen is very young to start serving such a long sentence....

Drug cases

Milwaukee, you have asked some very broad questions. However, the first thing that I would do is find out exactly what your brother has been...

I violated a peace order my ex-gf had against me. Just emails, no threats or stalking or anything. What should I expect?

If you had a romantic or sexual relationship with your "ex-gf," she normally would have obtained a protective order rather than a peace order...

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What can be done when a minor is slandering an adult?

First, the use of e-mails for harassment can constitute a violation of Maryland criminal laws. If that is what your husband's daughter is doing,...

Is this a case for a slander suit

I agree with the posted answer but would add that you may have a cause of action for breach of privacy, which is separate and distinct from...

How long do I have to appeal?

I am disappointed that an attorney not barred in the State of Maryland would venture an opinion in the area of post-conviction relief, where the...