You will have no problem traveling abroad based on your prior criminal record. Remember, you were never convicted of a crime. Both of the...

Once my record is expunged, does that also mean my police record is too?

Yes and no. When a judge grants a petition to expunge records, the order compels state agencies (e.g. MVA, police, courts) to remove records...

Hi, i have 6 probation violations 4 in frederick 1 in baltimore county 1 in baltimore city can they give me the full time?

First, you will be given the opportunity to show that you did not violate your probation at a VOP hearing. At that hearing you are entitled to the...

Is a judge required to inform you that you are eligible for a Public Defender if the crime includes possible jail time

If you are charged with a crime that carries a potential for the loss of liberty (incarceration), you are entitled to the assistance of competent...

I received a uniform criminal citation on Feb. 14th but haven't gotten any paperwork via mail. Can I find the info on my own?

First, you can search for your case on the Maryland Judiciary site. Second, Bring your citation to the District Court-- the Public Defender has...

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If I have a unregistered domestic partnership in Maryland, am I free to marry someone else?

Maryland does not recognize "common law marriage." Unless you were issued a marriage license, you are not "married." And if you are not already...

I was on probation and charge with another crime and my probation is now up. If I am found quilty do I have to give time back

A condition of almost every term of probation in Maryland is "obey all laws" (Condition #4). Being convicted of a separate crime during your...

Can a landlord evict you if you got put on probation before judgment and your charge was possession of marijuana

Most leases prohibit the tenant from using the premises for illegal activities. Most landlords wouldn't bother evicting a paying tenant for...

Is it possible for the judge to still violate your probation even if your found not guilty on the new charge?

The short answer is: yes, you can be violated even if found "not guilty" on subsequent charges. This is because there are very different...

How long does a doctor have to send you a bill?

First, the statute of limitations for such claims is three (3) years in Maryland. If the surgeon did not file claim on or before the three year...