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- What penalties does Maryland have for drug charges?
Dec 15, 2022
In Maryland, possession of drugs is taken very seriously and can lead to jail time. Maryland Criminal Statute 5-601 covers possession of controlled dangerous substances. In Maryland, individuals are prohibited from possessing controlled dangerous substances, including narcotic prescriptions if not prescribed to them. The penalties for being in possession of drugs vary depending on the substance that the person is in possession of. Possession of any drug, except marijuana Possession Possession With...Read More - Maryland appeals court upholds $7M adultery penalty in post-nup agreement
Dec 12, 2022
A post-nuptial agreement with a provision that a husband would have to pay his wife $7 million dollars if he was unfaithful is valid, according to a When the couple landed in divorce court on the grounds of adultery, the husband fought the fee, but the courts rejected his arguments. Banking heir The husband, a wealth management advisor, and his wife, reportedly the former social secretary to First Lady Melania Trump,...Read More - Three ways to prevent falls during winter
Dec 9, 2022
A fall can happen at any moment, but many factors increase your risk of one. In the wintertime, people are especially prone to falling due to bad weather, like in Maryland with all the snow, so read these tips to help decrease your chances of a fall. Learn how to safely walk outside This might seem like common sense, but it is easy to be in a rush and make haste decisions. ...Read More - Learn more about the benefits of waiting to divorce
Dec 3, 2022
Getting divorced in Maryland can be tricky, especially if you’re itching to call it quits sooner rather than later. If you and your spouse are planning a divorce, you should be aware that you could be eligible for more Social Security benefits if the marriage was at least 10 years long. But if the marriage was even a few months shy of the 10-year mark, you could lose out on a lot of benefits whether...Read More - 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