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Warren Alperstein Offers Legal Insight to WBAL
State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby continues to face pressure from the public as pre-trial motions begin for Police Lt. Brian Rice. Rice has been charged with manslaughter, assault, reckless endangerment and two counts of misconduct in office. Yet, in the past week, Lt. Rice, along with the three other officers, have filed motions to dismiss. Legal…
Read MoreThe Baltimore Sun Quotes Legal Analyst Warren Alperstein
Once again, prosecutors have failed to obtain a conviction in the trials surrounding the death of Freddie Gray. Prosecutors now only have a few days to decide how to proceed with the trial of the remaining officers. Criminal defense attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, stated that “Without a doubt, they have to be extremely disappointed and…
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Offers Legal Analysis of Officer Caesar Goodson’s Acquittal
Legal Analyst, Warren S. Alperstein, was recently quoted in The New York Times regarding the latest verdict in the trials of the officers implicated in the death of Freddie Gray. Of the six officers, Officer Caesar Goodson faced the most serious charges—facing a murder charge among six other offenses. The acquittal of Officer Goodson is…
Read MoreWMAR Interviews Warren Alperstein Regarding the Acquittal of Officer Goodson
The acquittal of Officer Caesar Goodson has left many wondering if state prosecutors will be able to prove their case moving forward. Judge Barry Williams has been applauded for his intelligence and ability to rule without emotion is this high profile case, and has made it evident that the state had not met their burden…
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Weighs in on the Goodson Verdict
The trial of Officer Caesar Goodson has come to a conclusion, and many feel that his acquittal is an indication that future convictions are unlikely. As three trials remain, critics continue to question Mosby’s approach and wonder whether she will be able to prove the state’s case at all. Legal analyst, Warren S. Alperstein, offered…
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Speaks with WYPR Regarding the Trial of Officer Caesar Goodson
Alperstein & Diener criminal defense attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, was recently quoted in WYPR regarding the trial of Officer Caesar Goodson. During the trial, the prosecution called recently acquitted Officer Edward Nero to the stand. Nero, who did not take the stand in his own trial, said he saw Freddie Gray being uncooperative and “passive…
Read MoreAlperstein and Diener Salutes our American Servicemembers on Memorial Day
The firm expresses thanks for the dedication and sacrifice of all members of the armed services and the Department of Defense, especially on this Memorial Day holiday. A Brief History of Memorial Day On May 5, 1868, three years after the end of the Civil War, the head of the Grand Army of the Republic…
Read MoreAndrew Alperstein Receives Not Guilty Verdict in Defense of Local Police Office
Criminal defense attorney, Andrew I. Alperstein, was successful in his defense of local police officer, Freddie Puryear. In July 2015, Puryear was accused of pointing a gun at his neighbor, Jason Wojciechowski. The jury found that Puryear was acting in self-defense. To watch Andrew’s interview and read the story in its entirety, click here.
Read MoreDefense Attorney Warren Alperstein Gives Legal Analysis of Ruling in Nero Trial
Legal Analyst and criminal defense attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, was interviewed by the Baltimore Sun regarding the outcome of the trial of Officer Edward Nero. Officer Nero is the second officer to stand trial for charges stemming from the death of Freddie Gray. On May 23, 2016, Officer Nero was acquitted of all charges related…
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Gives Commentary Regarding Officer Miller’s Testimony in the Nero Trial
Alperstein & Diener attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, was quoted in the most recent WYPR article regarding the testimony of Officer Miller. Miller stated that he was the arresting officer and was the officer who placed handcuffs on Freddie Gray – not Officer Nero. Officer Nero has been charged with second-degree assault, reckless endangerment and misconduct…
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