I was detained and read my Miranda rights after some questioning. I asked for a lawyer, but was questioned more. Is that legal?

Under most circumstances the questioning is supposed to stop once you ask for an attorney. I recommend you sit down and do some more typing --...

The CJIS code is an administrative reference and not the citation of the statute. It sounds like you may have been charged with wearing/carrying a...

I have a question regarding background checks in fingerprinting

If you get the case expunged, there is a Maryland statute that prohibits Maryland employers and government agencies from asking about matters that...

You can subpoena the officer to bring the video. But its too easy for the officer to show up and say "There is no video." In PG each...

Should i get a lawyer for a parliamentary hearing?

If your sister does not have time to get an attorney for the preliminary hearing, it is important for her not to say anything to anyone about the...

If I am going on a road trip MD to TN and i'm a passenger in a car that gets pulled over and 8 ounces of weed are found.

Everyone in the car could be charged with possession and related charges. Issues of arrest, detention, bail, and conditions of release will...

Should I go talk to the detective?

Heck no! You will be prodded into making some type of incriminating statement. Also do not say anything on the phone about the specifics of the...

How much time do you serve on two years no parole?

He will probably be eligible for 5 days of credit for good conduct per month to be served (120 days or 4 months). He might earn 5 extra days for...

What is the sentence for simple assault/harassment?

Second degree assault has a max sentence of 10 years. Harassment is a max of 90 days for a first offense. But he or she could also get the...

Am I gonna be sent to jail for my felony ? Does it matter that the officer that arrested me didn't read me my rights ?

Theft from an employer/employee situation is often taken more seriously by prosecutors and judges (as compared to garden-variety shopliftings). ...

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