I'm a grandparent with children that are being abused by a stepfather who is a cop. what can I do ?

I copied the following from the Maryland Department of Human Resources web site: Child Protective Services (CPS) is a specialized social service...

Seperation

Desertion, which courts often refer to as abandonment, is a ground for divorce in Maryland and is generally defined as an unjustified separation by...

In MD the impact adultery has on the divorce case/outcome?

In the words of a highly respected Baltimore County Judge who I was before last week: "Fault still matters in Maryland." It is a factor that the...

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My sister just came home crying her eye out. She was just caught shoplifting at a local walmart store in Maryland

Just because she wasn't arrested doesn't mean she wont be charged with theft. Most likely, Wallmart security will file a statement of charges and...

What is the possible sentence for a first time 1st degree assault & 2nd degree assault?

I helped form the Domestic Violence Unit in the Baltimore County State’s Attorneys Office nearly 25 years ago as a law clerk. I then prosecuted...

Shoplifting in Maryland 1 yr ago had community service & 3 yrs probation I think. now caught again under $500.

A lawyer can help in many ways. Based upon your decription of a "sickness" you may have a defense, but clearly have mitigation. See my profile,...

Does my ex girlfriend have the legal right to bar me from the hospital room after shes given birth to my son?

She can stop you from seeing her in the hospital, but you should be able to see your child if you sign the birth certificate. You should take...

The judges orders

I agree that if the Order is exactly as you've written it, then even a "visit" out of state could result in contempt proceedings. If that occurs,...

I was parked at a quick shop, backed in a legal spot. I got out of my truck and turned to reach back in to get an empty cup.

I agree with the previous posts to "hire" a lawyer. What they didn't explain is that most, if not all, attorneys in Maryland would be willing to...

If the police raid your house and don't find no drugs of any sort or paraphernalia,can they still arrest you?

There is no way a lawyer can answer your question in this forum. You need to consult with a criminal defense attorney who can offer his/her opinion...