Shoplifter

There's not a "record" unless you are charged. The store can still go to the District Court Commissioner's Office and ask for charges to be filed,...

I received an open container in a parked vehicle charge in MD Article 14 sec 136 C1 .. Is this a criminal offense? Can I fix it?

It sounds like you received a county code civil citation. These can be resolved by negotiating community service or an alcohol class in exchange...

Whether you receive a notice or not is irrelevant. Probation will terminate pursuant to the court's sentencing order. There will be a final...

Can willful attempted adverse possession be considered larceny?

Adverse possession takes 20 years to perfect. Hire a land surveyor to prepare detailed proof of the property lines and a report confirming the...

Can I evict a family member without formal process, who is not paying formal rent at my instruction to save their money.

All legal residents require 30 day written notice to vacate before eviction proceedings can be commenced. Because your family member has resided...

Experienced vs. Interested Lawyer for Criminal charges

I have never heard of a lawyer who didn't want to meet with the client first before accepting representation, or if distance is so great, did not...

Could someone please explain watch "Laches" means

Laches is a legal defense that is RARELY granted or applicable to most claims, but is still recognized. It was a defense created by judges before...

Can I request a third party be present for a final walk thru if I'm not comfortable with the tenants?

A lawyer cannot answer whether the local police or sheriff's department would be willing to send an officer (or deputy) over to be present: you...

I just got my third DUI Im not on probation or have any other charges what am i looking at when I go to court?

There are so many factors to consider, and on a third offense you MUST have an attorney or jail will be a near certainty if found guilty (it may be...

Loan discharged by bankruptcy. Deduction in will & mention of applying credits to the loan for payments made. No longer a loan?

It may depend on the exact wording of the will. The cost of litigating a contested interpretation of a will may be too high to justify challenging...