I have a trial in mid-December. The maximum sentence is 90 days in jail. If convicted, would I be taken to jail immediately?

If you are asking “If convicted and sentenced to a term in jail, will I be taken into custody right away or at a later time?”, the answer is that...

Your brother has at least two options. He can go down to the Commissioner’s office and swear out a criminal complaint for theft. He can also file a...

How do I file papers for an appeal..

You must file a written "Notice of Appeal" with the Clerk of the court where the decision was issued. In your case (being an alimony appeal), you...

What is the process called when an attorney writes the motion to the court.....

The term is "limited scope" representation. Maryland has implemented rules for limited scope representation and there is nothing unethical about...

If you want to travel out of state or out of the country it is much better to seek permission in advance. You or your Pennsylvania attorney can...

Looking for Criminal Defense Atty. 20+ yr old murder case overturned last year. My husband needs help.

Attorneys are not permitted to solicit work here on Avvo. Search for a Maryland criminal defense attorney near you that offers free consultations....

I am very happy with the answers I got from AVVO. The answers are very helpful. I am very grateful but I still need help.

Maryland now has rules for what is called "limited scope" representation. In such an arrangement, you and your lawyer would agree on what areas are...

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Yes, you can still get a sentence modification while you are on parole, assuming a motion to modify was filed within 90 days of sentencing. But to...

Is there a retro law for registered sex offenders. Who have done there time.

Whether one is obligated to register with the Maryland sex offender registry is a complicated area of the law and one that the Department of Parole...

Recording an assault confession over phone

You and your girlfriend should consider letting it go, as difficult as that may be to accept. If the police have concluded there is insufficient...