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- Court: Man Can’t Expunge Theft Conviction Because He Did Not Satisfy Terms of Probation
Dec 1, 2022
A Montgomery County’s man failure to satisfy the terms of his probation has doomed his attempt to get his conviction for theft expunged. “[B]ecause appellant violated the terms of his probation for his theft conviction, and his probation was closed unsatisfactorily, he did not satisfy the sentence imposed for the conviction for which expungement was requested, as required for eligibility under [the Maryland expungement statute],” the Court of Special Appeals said. As a...Read More - Is Chapter 7 worth pursuing?
Nov 28, 2022
Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides a way for Maryland debtors to address their financial obligations. Debtors may wish to think about whether Chapter 7 is right for them. Liquidation and other issues Chapter 7 involves liquidating cash and property to pay creditors. One concern about liquidation is whether the court may force them to sell needed assets. Be mindful that all assets receive a review by the bankruptcy court. While some property receives exemptions,...Read More - Marital rape in Maryland
Nov 16, 2022
It is common for married couples to engage in sexual activity willingly, and the intimacy it provides is essential to marriage. Living separately for 12 months without cohabitation or sexual relations is a legal ground for divorce in Maryland. However, one spouse cannot force sex on the other in any way, shape, or form. That spouse could end up being charged with marital rape, earning a prison sentence. Understanding marital rape According to...Read More - Maryland’s new cannabis law makes expungement easier
Nov 14, 2022
Maryland voters have Public smoking of cannabis is not allowed. In addition, individuals are allowed to grow a few plants as long as the greenery is kept out of public view. The new law also makes it easier for people charged or convicted of simple possession to clear their records through expungement and pardons. Expungement Expungement is the process of asking the court to remove certain court and police records...Read More - How an involuntary bankruptcy works
Nov 11, 2022
The U.S. bankruptcy code authorizes involuntary bankruptcy as a solution for Maryland creditors in certain situations. This type of bankruptcy can apply to a personal or business debtor, although it is mainly used for businesses. Minimum claim amounts and other limitations exist. Involuntary bankruptcy defined In an involuntary bankruptcy, creditors force an unreliable borrower, typically a business, to file for bankruptcy. This type of bankruptcy is relatively rare and used by creditors who...Read More - Court: Crime of Identity Theft Can’t Be Expunged
Nov 10, 2022
The circuit court made a mistake when it granted a Maryland woman’s request to get a conviction for identity theft expunged, according to a recent ruling from the Court of Special Appeals. The appeals court said the crime isn’t eligible for erasure from the records. Expungement requested The petitioner, Ms. H, pleaded guilty to one count of identity theft by obtaining personal identifying information in violation of Maryland law in 2012. The court...Read More - What is a Plea Agreement? (Video)
Nov 9, 2022
You’ll be able to keep up with the series here on our website, or on our Transcript Okay Mike, what is a plea agreement? A plea agreement is something in a case that is often advisable for some of our clients. Let me give you an example, when we get any sort of criminal case or serious traffic case, the first thing we do after talking to the...Read More - Divorce can have concealed, long-term effects on children
Nov 4, 2022
Parents who divorced in Maryland might be aware that divorce affects every member of the family. However, they might not at first understand how it can have concealed, long-term effects on children. Depending on how the divorce unfolds and how the family relationships develop, children of divorced parents can continue to suffer the effects from the end of their parent’s marriage into adulthood. Effects that can have a lasting impact on children There...Read More - The holiday season brings an increase in drunk driving incidents
Nov 2, 2022
We’re at the beginning of the holiday season and holiday revelry means that it’s easy for Ocean City drivers to find themselves on the road after a few drinks. According to the National Highway and Safety Administration, drunk driving accidents increase during the holiday season. Starting Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day, there are more alcohol-related accidents than at any time of year. While a charge of drinking while driving or driving under the influence shouldn’t...Read More - Reducing your risk of alcohol-related wrecks during the holidays
Oct 31, 2022
For many families, alcohol and holiday celebrations go hand in hand. Maybe you always share your dad’s favorite brand of beer with your siblings while watching a football game on Thanksgiving. Perhaps your grandfather is notorious for making the most dangerous eggnog in the county, and everyone old enough to drink has to finish a cup after dinner. Your family’s holiday celebrations that involve alcohol can be a source of many fond memories. However,...Read More