Charles L. Waechter

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Charles L. Waechter

4.6
62 reviews
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Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Baltimore Office, 1435 Sulphur Spring Road, 1st Floor, Baltimore, MD

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About Charles

Biography

Criminal defense: Federal and State internet Child Pornography, and Sexual Solicitation of minors.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019
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+ 4

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter

Baltimore Office, 1435 Sulphur Spring Road, 1st Floor, Baltimore, MD, 21227

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The Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter

Belair Office, 206 North Hickory Avenue, Belair, MD, 21014

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Annapolis Office, 420-1 Chinquapin Round Road, Suite 12, Annapolis, MD, 21401

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Ocean City Office, 13909 N. Ocean Drive, Ocean City, MD, 21842

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The Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter

Florida Office, 4123 Eastridge Circle, Pompano Beach, FL, 33064

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Charles L. Waechter's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

child porn

One of my children came across child porn on the internet and curiousity caused this individual to continue looking at it. Eventually, an opportunity came across to share images and not knowing how wrong it was, my child engaged in this activity. This caused a search of my home and my child, a juv...enile, was charged. This was perhaps the most frightening experience ever encountered for my child and myself. Charles Waechter knew exactly what to do. He recommended evaluations and counseling that would be required by the prosecutor to ensure that my child did not truly harbor any intentions of harming the victims at that time or in future life. Charles Waechter and his office were extremely professional and responsive to any questions or concerns I had during this period of time. I always received a response immediately or within a few hours of calling. When the case went before the juvenile court, we had accomplished all Charles' recommendations. The court was satisfied. I would recommend Charles Waechter to anyone in a similar situation.

Posted by Tom | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Review of Charles Waechter

Charles Waechter was hired by me to represent my son who was charged in several felony counts. Mr Waechter performed his duties with the highest standard possible. I was very pleased with his service on all counts. He was exceptionally knowledgeable, extremely well networked and effective. He was... responsive throughout the ordeal keeping us well informed and up to date. There is no question that I would recommend Mr Waechter to anyone needing representation in Maryland. There is no one better than Charles Waechter when you are in trouble in Maryland.

Posted by Tangie | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

HIT AND RUN APPEAL

Mr Waecther corrected the mess my previous attorney put me in (2yrs probation, 2yr loss of my license, high court fines and fees) i had a consult and a followup before court. He was in court early and fought for my best intrest as an attorney should. I no longer have probation, i recieved my mva mone...y back. some of my court fees and i have the priviledge of driving again.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Terrible charles

He takes no time to go into cost before he even hears about the details of your case you will never get a call from him to keep you up to date on your case whats being done is there any progress etc. he sent another attorney the day of my court date in which i never met did not even think to notify m...e that he wasnt coming to court for me i had to call him while at the court house in which he told me his partner was coming he couldnt make it, his partner didnt know ANYTHING about my case it was like a consultation 5 minutes before trial in which i was facing numerous felonies charles did absolutely nothing to prepare me for court what type of questions will be asked what evidence we have etc please save yourself the stress and money and DO NOT deal with this guy he is truly a disappointment to attorneys there are alot of attorneys do your research and dont leave your life in charles hands !

Posted by Michael | July 13, 2015 | DUI & DWI

DWI Case

Mr. Waechter initially seemed very confident regarding my DWI case. He then proceeded to recommend the most expensive Drug and Alcohol Program in the area, was impossible to get a hold of, and took no more than 2 minutes of his time to talk with me before my trial date, despite many contact attempts.... We met 5 minutes before my trial, at which point he told me his "plan" to plead no contest and "hope" for a lenient sentence. Mr. Waechter did not put any effort into this case, and was a complete waste of money.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Preeminent 4.5 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Criminal Defense, Law Offices Charles L. Waechter

Associations

2006 - Present

Shriners International

Member

2005 - Present

Masonic Lodge

Member

2000 - Present

Elks Lodge

Member

1988 - Present

United States District Court of Appeals

Member

1985 - Present

Maryland Court of Appeals

Member

1985 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association

Member

Education

1985

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Baltimore

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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