Request a trial and not a waiver hearing within 30 days of the ticket. If the police officer does not appear, you will be acquitted. If the police...

In maryland Can a victim retain her or his own attorney even if state is prosecuting?

The victim can consult with an attorney, but the victim's attorney will not be allowed to participate in the criminal case.

Witnesses?

The witness can speak with either side. It is up to the witness.

I received a letter today regarding 2 warrants from 20 years ago for DUI marijuana- 1 cig. & paraphernalia. What do I do ?

You need to retain an attorney to represent you. An attorney can file a motion to recall the warrants. If the motions are granted, the warrants...

How do I approach this if I go to trial.

Request a trial and not a waiver hearing within 30 days. If the police officer and any necessary witnesses do not appear, plead not guilty and you...

The offense carries possible jail time and 12 points so you should have a lawyer. An attorney may be able to get you into a diversion program where...

Is it worth fighting a bus camera ticket in Montgomery County?

I think you have a chance of winning the case. Request a timely trial and go to court. You can testify and the judge will watch the video. You may...

Recanting for a,victim?

It depends on the evidence in the case. The State can still call the victim as a witness and bring out the original statement. If there is other...

Direct vs Circumstantial Evidence?

A video is direct evidence. If there is a video of a car accident, it would be direct evidence of how the accident happened. If there is a video of...

Can a minor be charged if they said a crime happened and then changed their mind?

If the individual made a false statement to a police officer, this is a crime. The minor should speak with his or her parents about this and may...